{"id":14081,"date":"2019-10-19T14:32:21","date_gmt":"2019-10-19T13:32:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/?p=14081"},"modified":"2024-09-23T14:48:21","modified_gmt":"2024-09-23T13:48:21","slug":"christmas-party-interactive-product-hire","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/gaming-blog\/christmas-party-interactive-product-hire\/","title":{"rendered":"Add some spark to your Christmas party with interactive products"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Plan the ultimate Christmas party<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The office Christmas party is the perfect way to boost morale and thank your hard-working team for their valuable contribution throughout the year. What better way to return the favour, than with an amazing Christmas party (and a few complimentary drinks!)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although it may seem like a huge dilemma to find an event or activity that everyone will like, with the help of Arcade Direct it could be much easier than you may have imagined.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/christmas-party-celebration.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14096\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/christmas-party-celebration.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas party celebration\" width=\"1222\" height=\"795\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/christmas-party-celebration.jpg 1222w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/christmas-party-celebration-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/christmas-party-celebration-768x500.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/christmas-party-celebration-1024x666.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/christmas-party-celebration-600x390.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1222px) 100vw, 1222px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>Engage your staff in an innovative team building event<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While some regard the typical office Christmas party as a chance for you all to let your hair down, it\u2019s also a unique opportunity for some team building and offers you the chance to engage with your staff in a totally relaxed way. If you can create a relaxed and social atmosphere, your employees will build a fantastic rapport with each other outside of work, whilst creating long term benefits for your business too.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/memorable-christmas-party.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14098\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/memorable-christmas-party.jpg\" alt=\"memorable Christmas party\" width=\"1222\" height=\"795\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/memorable-christmas-party.jpg 1222w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/memorable-christmas-party-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/memorable-christmas-party-768x500.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/memorable-christmas-party-1024x666.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/memorable-christmas-party-600x390.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1222px) 100vw, 1222px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>A party people will remember<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A great Christmas party can also boost the profile of your business and raise your brand awareness too! If your team are really enjoying themselves and having a great time, they are more likely to showcase this on their personal social media channels such as Facebook and Instagram, so everyone can see it really is a great place to work!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019ve decided to hire a special venue or use your existing office space, Arcade Direct can help to add some spark to your Christmas party and here\u2019s how;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/photo-pod-hire.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14094\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/photo-pod-hire.jpg\" alt=\"Photo Booth Hire\" width=\"1222\" height=\"795\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/photo-pod-hire.jpg 1222w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/photo-pod-hire-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/photo-pod-hire-768x500.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/photo-pod-hire-1024x666.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/photo-pod-hire-600x390.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1222px) 100vw, 1222px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>Hire a Photo Pod!<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether it\u2019s a small office affair or a corporate-wide event, a photo booth will add a real fun factor to your Christmas party! As well as engaging your team, they will also get to keep great photo memories. Stick some on the office notice board when you get back in the new year! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure you t<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ake advantage of branding your own photo booth too as when hiring a from us, you\u2019ll be able to promote your company on the photos and also through social media sharing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A photo booth has the ability to really bring people together and before you know it, different teams will be chatting together, picking up props and striking a pose! This is an easy way to break the ice if you\u2019re keen for your employees to get to know each other better.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/arcade-machine-hire.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14103\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/arcade-machine-hire.jpg\" alt=\"Hire arcade games\" width=\"1222\" height=\"795\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/arcade-machine-hire.jpg 1222w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/arcade-machine-hire-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/arcade-machine-hire-768x500.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/arcade-machine-hire-1024x666.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/arcade-machine-hire-600x390.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1222px) 100vw, 1222px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Include some retro Arcade Machines<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hiring classic and retro arcade machines is also a great way to make your office Christmas party really stand out from the crowd. Whether you are looking for a one-off hire for a few hours or a few days, Arcade Machines can create great interaction and healthy competition between you and your colleagues.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/arcade-machines.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14133\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/arcade-machines.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1222\" height=\"795\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/arcade-machines.jpg 1222w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/arcade-machines-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/arcade-machines-768x500.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/arcade-machines-1024x666.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/arcade-machines-600x390.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1222px) 100vw, 1222px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here at Arcade Direct, there are a variety of gaming solutions on offer. Dependent on the space and budget you have available, you can recreate a classic arcade with retro arcade machines such as Pac Man, Space Invaders, Street Fighter and the popular <a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/pinball-machine-hire\/\">pinball machine<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our Arcade Machine hire comes complete with delivery, set-up and collection and we will ensure that your staff can be shown how to use the machines by our trained technicians. Whether your event is local to us in the North West or a nationwide Roadshow, you can be confident that we will provide a great quality service at a great price!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/f1-eSports-racing-simulator-hire.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-13870\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/f1-eSports-racing-simulator-hire.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/f1-eSports-racing-simulator-hire.png 1000w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/f1-eSports-racing-simulator-hire-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/f1-eSports-racing-simulator-hire-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/f1-eSports-racing-simulator-hire-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/f1-eSports-racing-simulator-hire-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/f1-eSports-racing-simulator-hire-100x100.png 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>What type of arcade machine are you looking for?<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From Retro and <a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/dance-machine-hire\/\">Dance arcade machines<\/a> to Star Wars, Pinball Machines and <a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/shooting-arcade-machines-for-hire\/\">Shooting<\/a> arcade machine hire, there are short term hire and long term hire options available to suit your Christmas party needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/original-arcade-games.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-13572\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/original-arcade-games.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1122\" height=\"795\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/original-arcade-games.png 1122w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/original-arcade-games-300x213.png 300w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/original-arcade-games-768x544.png 768w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/original-arcade-games-1024x726.png 1024w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/original-arcade-games-600x425.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1122px) 100vw, 1122px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/bespoke-activations.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-13991\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/bespoke-activations.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/bespoke-activations.jpg 800w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/bespoke-activations-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/bespoke-activations-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/bespoke-activations-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/bespoke-activations-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/bespoke-activations-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/jd-sports-custom-boxing-machine.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14131\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/jd-sports-custom-boxing-machine.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/jd-sports-custom-boxing-machine.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/jd-sports-custom-boxing-machine-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/jd-sports-custom-boxing-machine-600x800.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><\/h3>\n<h3>Custom Arcade Machines<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here at Arcade Direct we offer amazing customised arcade machines so your special event will really stand out from the rest. To give you some inspiration, here\u2019s an example of some of the machines we have worked on in the past;\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/SnapChat-Customisation-2-1115x764.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14130\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/SnapChat-Customisation-2-1115x764.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1115\" height=\"764\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/SnapChat-Customisation-2-1115x764.jpg 1115w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/SnapChat-Customisation-2-1115x764-300x206.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/SnapChat-Customisation-2-1115x764-768x526.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/SnapChat-Customisation-2-1115x764-1024x702.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/SnapChat-Customisation-2-1115x764-220x150.jpg 220w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/SnapChat-Customisation-2-1115x764-600x411.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1115px) 100vw, 1115px\" \/><\/a><\/h4>\n<h4>SnapChat<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of our agency partners came to us with a brief to provide something totally different for a SnapChat roadshow, that will tour around various London locations. For this we provided two custom grabber cranes, which were fully branded and filled with cuddly SnapChat ghosts, as prizes. Two custom boxing machines that were fully branded with SnapChat cladding and oversized yellow buttons were also added to test strength!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/custom-boxing-machine-born-and-raised.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-13992\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/custom-boxing-machine-born-and-raised.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/custom-boxing-machine-born-and-raised.jpg 800w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/custom-boxing-machine-born-and-raised-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/custom-boxing-machine-born-and-raised-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/custom-boxing-machine-born-and-raised-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/custom-boxing-machine-born-and-raised-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/custom-boxing-machine-born-and-raised-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Born &amp; Raised<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A custom boxing machine for their promotional event. Wrapped in their logo and imagery it really brought the brand to life.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What other interactive attractions are available?<\/b><\/h2>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/popcorn-machine-grabber-crane.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14107\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/popcorn-machine-grabber-crane.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1222\" height=\"795\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/popcorn-machine-grabber-crane.jpg 1222w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/popcorn-machine-grabber-crane-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/popcorn-machine-grabber-crane-768x500.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/popcorn-machine-grabber-crane-1024x666.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/popcorn-machine-grabber-crane-600x390.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1222px) 100vw, 1222px\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Popcorn Machine &amp; Grabber Crane<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the biggest priorities at a Christmas party is ensuring the guests have enough to eat and drink. Adding a Popcorn Machine to the venue is the perfect pick-me-up for your guests if they are feeling peckish and in need of a sweet treat!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A popcorn machine will not only be an attractive feature to have in the room but will also provide the guests with a snack later on in the evening when the drinks are flowing!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Our unique British telephone box grabber crane is also available to hire!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/star-wars-3.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-165\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/star-wars-3.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/star-wars-3.png 1500w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/star-wars-3-300x80.png 300w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/star-wars-3-768x205.png 768w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/star-wars-3-1024x273.png 1024w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/star-wars-3-1280x341.png 1280w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/star-wars-3-600x160.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Event Hire Packages<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With our event arcade <a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/packages\/\">machine hire packages<\/a>, there\u2019s something for everyone! Creating a talking point for all your guests or an interesting attraction is key to everyone having a great time and will definitely bring everyone together.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Here are the different types of Party Packages we have on offer:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/race-ahead-party-package\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-13121 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-race_package__45481.1437930399.1280.1280.png\" alt=\"Race Ahead Party Package\" width=\"750\" height=\"750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-race_package__45481.1437930399.1280.1280.png 150w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-race_package__45481.1437930399.1280.1280-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-race_package__45481.1437930399.1280.1280.png 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/race-ahead-party-package\/\"><b>Race Ahead Party Package\u00a0<\/b><\/a><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For all the petrol heads out there, the Race Ahead Party Package will create the perfect form of entertainment for all ages and features a Sega Rally Arcade Machine and Nascar Pinball Table. Ask your colleagues to get into teams so they can race against each other and enjoy some team building!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/event-hire-packages\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-13256 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-pixels__14085.1437930212.1280.1280.png\" alt=\"Pixels Party Package\" width=\"750\" height=\"750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-pixels__14085.1437930212.1280.1280.png 150w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-pixels__14085.1437930212.1280.1280-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-pixels__14085.1437930212.1280.1280.png 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/pixels-party-package\/\">Pixels Party Package<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are looking for the top retro arcade machines for your Christmas party, the Pixels Party Package can take over with arcade machines such as the original Pac Man, Space Invaders, Galaxian, Defender and Asteroids.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/perfect-party-package\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-13171 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-perfect_package__93264.1437930264.1280.1280.png\" alt=\"Perfect Party Package\" width=\"750\" height=\"750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-perfect_package__93264.1437930264.1280.1280.png 150w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-perfect_package__93264.1437930264.1280.1280-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-perfect_package__93264.1437930264.1280.1280.png 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/perfect-party-package\/\">Perfect Party Package<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a limited time only, you can enjoy a fabulous party package including our most popular arcade machines including the Sega Rally arcade machine, Point Blank arcade machine and Voyager Deluxe arcade machine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/star-wars-party-package\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-13262\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-starwars_package__69188.1437930166.1280.1280.png\" alt=\"Star Wars Party Package\" width=\"750\" height=\"750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-starwars_package__69188.1437930166.1280.1280.png 150w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-starwars_package__69188.1437930166.1280.1280-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-starwars_package__69188.1437930166.1280.1280-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-starwars_package__69188.1437930166.1280.1280.png 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/star-wars-party-package\/\"><strong>Star Wars Package\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With access to one of Europe\u2019s largest collection of Star Wars arcade machines and merchandise, here at Arcade Direct we can deliver the best Star Wars arcade machines to suit your Christmas party needs! From the Star Wars X-Wing Cockpit to the Trilogy Upright and Trilogy Pinball, we can tailor a package to you and your employees.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/ultimate-fighter-party-package\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-13127\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-uf__73562.1437930350.1280.1280.png\" alt=\"Ultimate Fighter Party Package\" width=\"750\" height=\"750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-uf__73562.1437930350.1280.1280.png 150w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-uf__73562.1437930350.1280.1280-100x100.png 100w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/1970\/01\/products-uf__73562.1437930350.1280.1280.png 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/ultimate-fighter-party-package\/\">Ultimate Fighter Party Package<\/a><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your colleagues need to relieve their stress at the end of the year, why not test their strength and agility with our Ultimate Fighter Party Package. Within this package you will receive a Boxing Machine, House of the Dead machine and an Astral Fighter machine so the fun will be endless! You could keep track of the scores and offer fun prizes to the winners who pack the best punch!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/vip-props.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14104\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/vip-props.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1222\" height=\"795\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/vip-props.jpg 1222w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/vip-props-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/vip-props-768x500.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/vip-props-1024x666.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/vip-props-600x390.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1222px) 100vw, 1222px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Hire some VIP props<\/h2>\n<p>Every party needs a bit of class, and what better way to add spark, and make your guests feel special than some VIP props. We hire the VIP entrance posts in red or blue and also have a huge range of furniture that you can hire for your venue. From champagne tables to flashing cube seating, we can provide it all.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/arcade-direct-banner.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-13985\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/arcade-direct-banner.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas party event theme\" width=\"1872\" height=\"1080\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>Working a creative themed event\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you haven\u2019t got the time and energy to organise your Christmas party for this year and you are finding it to be a stressful experience, why not consider working with a bespoke event management company?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From large corporate Christmas parties to more intimate Christmas gatherings, P4 Events can help to ensure your Christmas party runs smoothly and is a great success! With an extensive list of suppliers, venues, props and themes, you can be sure your next event will have that amazing wow factor!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Working with specialists in event management will save you so much energy and time whilst they will guide you through the planning and preparation stress-free.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/christmas-party-event-theme.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14105\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/christmas-party-event-theme.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1222\" height=\"795\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/christmas-party-event-theme.jpg 1222w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/christmas-party-event-theme-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/christmas-party-event-theme-768x500.jpg 768w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/christmas-party-event-theme-1024x666.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/christmas-party-event-theme-600x390.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1222px) 100vw, 1222px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Inventive Christmas party themes!<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From recreating a Christmas grotto or winter wonderland to organising a live band, finding suitable catering and much more, our partner company P4 Events are super professional and through our network of suppliers, we can create a winning theme to suit your business.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coming up with inventive and innovative ideas and event themes is a regular part of our work here. We can work your event around almost any theme or promotional campaign. And don\u2019t worry we want your event to be as unique as you are so we will tailor everything to meet your specific needs and tastes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any kind of corporate event needs to go well otherwise it could have a negative impact on the attendees perception of your business so one guaranteed way to make your business event a hit is to provide good entertainment for the guests.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If they aren\u2019t managed correctly, Christmas parties can feel a little forced so it\u2019s essential that the activities and arcade games reflect the fun nature of the business. By having arcade machines situated around the room or in a particular area, you can turn your Christmas party into a very social event!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/arcade-machine-hire-image1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-157\" src=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/arcade-machine-hire-image1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/arcade-machine-hire-image1.png 1500w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/arcade-machine-hire-image1-300x60.png 300w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/arcade-machine-hire-image1-768x154.png 768w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/arcade-machine-hire-image1-1024x205.png 1024w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/arcade-machine-hire-image1-1280x256.png 1280w, https:\/\/arcadedirect.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/arcade-machine-hire-image1-600x120.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>When looking for arcade machines here are a few things to consider;\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure the game is relevant and your colleagues will enjoy every second\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take advantage of multi-player machines for some fun competition\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure you have space so the arcade machines don\u2019t look overcrowded\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Know your audience and think about hiring arcade machines that everyone will want to have a go on. For instance, not everyone may feel comfortable using a dance machine in front of their colleagues!\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We hope this has given you a real insight into the possibilities available when hiring an arcade machine for your Christmas Party. Our selection of game machines provides a competitive slice of nostalgia as well as plenty of entertainment value! If you don\u2019t see your favourite arcade games on our website or you have some ideas for a custom branded machine, get in touch with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arcade Direct today <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and we would be happy to bring your ideas to life!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Based in Preston, Arcade Direct are one of the UK\u2019s leading arcade machine hire firms, offering a variety of classic gaming and retro arcade machines for hire in the UK and throughout Europe, to domestic, commercial and corporate clients.<\/span><\/p>\n<script>\nvar gform;gform||(document.addEventListener(\"gform_main_scripts_loaded\",function(){gform.scriptsLoaded=!0}),document.addEventListener(\"gform\/theme\/scripts_loaded\",function(){gform.themeScriptsLoaded=!0}),window.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\",function(){gform.domLoaded=!0}),gform={domLoaded:!1,scriptsLoaded:!1,themeScriptsLoaded:!1,isFormEditor:()=>\"function\"==typeof 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