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In simple terms, an experiential event is one that seeks to immerse guests in an experience. It’s not an event you simply attend and observe. By engaging all the senses, it can be experienced on several levels, creating more impact and making it more memorable for everyone involved.

How to Engage the Senses and Create an Incredible Guest Experience

In simple terms, an experiential event is one that seeks to immerse guests in an experience. It’s not an event you simply attend and observe. By engaging all the senses, it can be experienced on several levels, creating more impact and making it more memorable for everyone involved.

Aug 16 2023


Whether it’s a milestone birthday or a baby shower, there’s something incredibly relaxed and intimate about coming together in familiar surroundings to mark a special occasion.

Top Tips for Planning a Party at Home

Whether it’s a milestone birthday or a baby shower, there’s something incredibly relaxed and intimate about coming together in familiar surroundings to mark a special occasion.

Jul 10 2018


A fundraising event in support of Nottingham's leading homeless support charity.

The Emmanuel House 40th Anniversary Ball

A fundraising event in support of Nottingham's leading homeless support charity.

Jul 28 2017


Today I'm pleased to share this lovely review received on our Facebook page from one of our corporate event clients.

The JHAI Annual Summer Ball - Our Latest Testimonial

Today I'm pleased to share this lovely review received on our Facebook page from one of our corporate event clients.

Jul 27 2017


Karen booked our full party planning service for her husband Michael's 50th birthday. Here's what she had to say about his 1966 World Cup themed party.

Michael's 1966 World Cup Themed 50th Birthday Party - Testimonial

Karen booked our full party planning service for her husband Michael's 50th birthday. Here's what she had to say about his 1966 World Cup themed party.

Jan 16 2017


An evening social event for wedding industry professionals across the Midlands

UKAWP Midlands Mix and Mingle 2016

An evening social event for wedding industry professionals across the Midlands

Sep 20 2016


Last year I worked with an incredible venue and supplier team to organise a black tie charity event for a charity wihich is very close to my heart.

Cocktails and All That Jazz

Last year I worked with an incredible venue and supplier team to organise a black tie charity event for a charity wihich is very close to my heart.

Mar 25 2016


At Benessamy we love to help businesses showcase their talents, products and services.

Benessamy Event Planning: Sami Tipi Open Weekend

At Benessamy we love to help businesses showcase their talents, products and services.

Jun 25 2014