Allens News
How to host a local World Cup party
Whether you’re a football fan or not, the World Cup is a brilliant excuse to get your local community together for a month of festivities and (hopefully) celebrations.
Winner of 2018 Website of the Year at the Hire Awards of Excellence
We are proud to announce that we have won the 2018 Website of the Year at the HAE EHA Hire Awards of Excellence.
The Snow Must Go On! - Allens employee hailed for helping struggling drivers tackle hazardous conditions
With Storm Emma and the Beast from the East wreaking havoc across the UK’s roads, we were delighted to discover that we have our very own local hero working at Allens Hire.
Planning the perfect Mother's Day Brunch
If you’re looking for a way to show your mum, step-mum, grandma or any other matriarchal figures in your life how special they are this Mother’s Day, why not avoid the crowded restaurants and fixed menus, and consider hosting your own Mother’s Day brunch at home?
Angus Memorial Pancake Day 2018
On 13th February, we held our annual Angus Memorial Pancake Day. This is a special occasion to remember our departed friend and colleague Angus in a way we are sure he would approve.
Top tips for welcoming 2018 in with style
New Year’s Eve events often get overlooking during the chaos of Christmas, but don’t worry if you’re only just starting to plan your party, our top tips will help to keep you calm and collected, and ensure that you’ll be welcoming 2018 in with style.
5 perfect winter drinks and what to serve them in
As the cold weather begins to set in and the festive season is just around the corner, it’s time to crack open the Winter warmers to keep that biting chill at bay.
How to have a sustainable Christmas party
How to have a sustainable Christmas party
The holiday season is just around the corner; which means food, fun and festivities! There is no denying that, over the Christmas period, we eat more, drink more and buy far more than we do at any other time of the year; all of which makes for a great few months – but it also means that we have a bigger impact on the environment.
4 awesome Christmas pop ups in London
Whether you’re a London local, or a visiting the big city for a spot of holiday shopping, the Capital really is one of the best places to get your fix of festive cheer, with plenty of pop-up events taking place.
We’ve taken a look at four of the most exciting pop-up events in London this Christmas, to help get you into the holiday spirit
Christmas food trends
The leaves may only just be changing, but if you're a caterer, event organiser or pop-up host you may be already planning your Christmas menus. To help inspire you, we have discovered six Christmas food trends that will impress your clients and guests this 2017 season:
