The Dispatch
Guides, field notes and unfiltered opinions for the people who put on live events, and the fans who turn up.
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1,023 guidesGuide to Radio Communications at Events
A practical guide to radio communications at events, covering equipment selection, channel planning, radio protocol, and training your team for effective on-site communication.
How to Plan Event Timings and Running Orders
A practical guide to planning event timings and running orders, covering scheduling principles, changeovers, contingency planning, and keeping your event on track.
Best Winter Indoor Events When It's Cold Outside
Beat the winter blues with our guide to the best indoor events across the UK, from theatre and exhibitions to food halls…
Best Valentine's Day Events for Couples
From romantic dining experiences to couples' spa days and unique date nights, discover the best Valentine's Day events and activities across the UK.
Best Half-Term Events for Families
Keep the kids entertained during school half-term holidays with our guide to the best family events, activities…
Guide to Understanding Booking Fees and Surcharges
A clear breakdown of the booking fees, service charges, and surcharges you encounter when buying event tickets, and what they actually pay for.
How to Use Pre-Sale Codes to Get Tickets Early
Learn what pre-sale codes are, where to find them, and how to use them to buy tickets before the general on-sale for popular events.
Guide to Buying Tickets for Sold-Out Events
Practical advice on how to still get tickets when an event sells out, covering official resale, waiting lists, and what to avoid.
How to Buy Tickets as a Gift for Someone Else
Everything you need to know about buying event tickets as a gift, from name-on-ticket policies to gift vouchers and presentation ideas.
Guide to Student and Young Person Ticket Discounts
A comprehensive guide to finding discounted event tickets if you are a student or young person in the UK…
How to Set Up Ticket Alerts for Your Favourite Artists
Never miss a ticket on-sale again. Learn how to set up alerts and notifications across major ticketing platforms so you are first in line.
Guide to Buying Group Tickets for Events
How to organise and buy group tickets for concerts, theatre, sports, and festivals, including how to find group rates and keep everyone seated together.
