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 Events by Charlie is a boutique event planning and destination management company based in Sussex, but trusted by clients across the UK and around the world, to create unforgettable moments.

From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations. Our warm and personable team is by your side every step of the way, making the process smooth, joyful and entirely stress-free.

With 30 years of experience in luxury event planning, impeccable taste and a reputation for going above and beyond expectations, Events by Charlie is proud to be a name clients return to time and time again.

We don’t just plan events, we transform your vision into extraordinary events that leave lasting memories.

Events to remember…

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Services

  • "I have been a Charity Auctioneer for 28 years working for all the UK's leading Charities. I have to date hosted in excess of 2500 Auctions all over the world and raised just shy of £300m. In 2018 I had the very great pleasure of working for and with Charlie Tomlinson at the AMEX Stadium in Brighton, raising funds for the fight against MND. It was such a memorable night, and a joy to work. In my profession I hope and assume a client will be well organised and efficient, and ensure that I have all the tools to maximise the fundraising via the Live Auction. Charlie provided all of this in abundance and more. She ensured that I, and my partner Louise, were made to feel a valued part of a very special occasion. It still stands out as one of the most enjoyable nights I have ever worked. I am therefore thrilled to hear Charlie is about to launch her own Events Company - she was born to do this - and I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking to create a memorable occasion/event."

    Jonny Gould, Auctioneer, Charity MND Glitter Ball, Amex Stadium for 450 Guests

  • "Charlie is perhaps the most professional and yet most caring project manager I have ever worked with...and that is over 30 years delivering events and experiences. She works like a Trojan, clients absolutely love her, she cares deeply about the team and the outcomes, she thinks ahead, she bosses the detail and she is a joy to be around. What more could you ask for? The two large projects we have worked on together have been outstanding successes...and when we had the final dinner with the client she was the one they wanted to recognise and reward above everyone :)"

    Lorne Armstrong, Founding Partner, The Event Academy, Project Management and DMC in London

  • 'I asked Events by Charlie to run my youngest son’s 18th birthday party for 150 people in my Sussex home - and it was a stunning success. Superbly organised from start to finish, great attention to detail, and centred around a fabulously unusual-shaped and very cool marquee in the middle of December that the young revellers absolutely loved. I didn’t have to worry about a thing, whether in the planning, on the night, or afterwards as Charlie and her team made sure everything was left exactly as they found it. All done at a very reasonable price. I’ve also used Events by Charlie to run a series of smaller house parties and dinners for me and been very impressed by her superlative levels of professionalism, dedication, and competence. I highly recommend her to anyone wanting to have any kind of party, dinner or social event.’

    Piers Morgan, 18th Birthday party, charity cricket matches, family parties and dinners

  • “We were delighted with Events by Charlie….attention to detail, flawless execution and calm delivery all accompanied with an ever present smile”

    Mike & Frances, Inverglen Capital Ltd, Corporate Dinner

  • "Charlie is such a safe pair of hands when it comes to delivering complex projects. She is extremely diligent, hard working, honest and loads of fun to work with. She has oodles of emotional intelligence when working with different cultures, C-Suite execs and VIP's. Our client LOVED her and so did our internal teams - this is so rare when working with freelancers. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing project management for events".

    Claire Derrick, Founding Director, The Event Academy, Destination Management for London over 30 venues in 15 days & project management for a group of international Event Management Leaders

  • "I had the pleasure of working with Events by Charlie to plan my 50th birthday celebration for 130 guests, and I cannot recommend them highly enough. From our very first conversation, Charlie and the team made the planning process seamless and enjoyable. What could have been a stressful undertaking was instead an exciting journey, thanks to their professionalism, creativity, and calm approach. One of the things I appreciated most was how easy they were to work with. They took the time to understand my vision, offered thoughtful suggestions, and brought everything together in a way that exceeded expectations. Communication was always clear and timely, which gave me complete confidence throughout the process. Their level of organisation was truly impressive. Every detail was meticulously planned, from the layout of the venue to the timing of speeches and entertainment. I was able to relax knowing that nothing had been overlooked. Equally valuable was their extensive network of trusted suppliers. Events by Charlie clearly has strong relationships with the best in catering, décor, lighting, and entertainment, which meant we had access to outstanding services without the stress of coordinating multiple vendors. Everything came together flawlessly. On the night itself, I was able to fully enjoy the celebration with my family and friends while the team ensured everything ran smoothly in the background. The feedback from my guests has been overwhelmingly positive, and I know it’s thanks to the expertise of Events by Charlie. For anyone looking to create an unforgettable event, Events by Charlie is the perfect partner".

    Rupert Pughe-Morgan, 50th Birthday Party, 130 guests.

  • "I am Totally speechless and completely lost for words but I just want to say the biggest, most enormous thank you. I hope that you have caught your breath after such an incredible event - thank you!"

    Gemma Kybert- Oscars Wish Foundation, Fundraising Summer Soirée with a touch of comedy, 175 Guests 

  • “Thank you Charlie for inviting us to work with you on this event, we found the whole process from start to finish very seamless, very smooth resulting in a great & very well organised event. We look forward to working with you again in the future”

    Olivia Nicholas, Paella Fella, Supplier, 80th birthday party, 120 guests.

  • Working alongside Charlie is an amazing experience for anyone in the events industry. Her Management, Professionalism and Communication skills are of the highest quality and dynamic range. We would recommend her to anyone looking for expertise in the industry. We look forward to working with you again in the future.

    Freddie & Brad CYMBA Unified, Supplier, Charity Summer Soiree, 180 People

  • "It was the best 18th Birthday Party of the whole season - thank you!"

    Guest at 18th birthday party, Black Tie with a touch of Gatsby, 150 guests

  • "I couldn't have done it without you"

    On the Day Event Management, KS

  • I just wanted to drop you a quick note to say that it was a real pleasure working with you once again on what I believe was a really successful party for B. Thank you so much for making myself and my team feel so welcome, it really does make a difference and was greatly appreciated!

    John Wallis, Company Director, Reveries Events, Supplier, 18th Birthday Party 150 guests and MND Glitter Ball, Amex Stadium 450 guests

  • Charlie was the entertainer at my seventh birthday party in 1989 and I can honestly say it was my best ever birthday party. Charlie, or 'Tooty Fruity' was completely brilliant at events, even then. She was glamorous, hilarious and we were all completely captivated by her. Thank you Charlie, for a truly magic party"

    Miranda Cavanagh, now an adult, with memories of her 7th Birthday Party. An Event that’s been remembered for over 36years!