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The Visit Knowle membership scheme has been developed by local businesses with the aim of making Knowle a more vibrant, attractive and successful place for all involved.
Whilst we already represent a number of key interests in the town and are a fully independent, business-led company, increasing membership is vital to us. It enables us to represent your views as effectively as possible. We need as many businesses as possible to join and contribute to the plan of improvements. The income from membership subscriptions will be used on tangible and high-impact projects that drive footfall to Knowle and that enable us to deliver on our four pillars:
- Marketing Knowle and its businesses
- Street scene improvements
- Inviting footfall through events
- Business Support
There's different ways to support Visit Knowle - as a business, through Rewards, or by becoming a friend.
Business Membership
Our work can only continue with the support of our member businesses. In return for a small annual fee, benefits to your business from joining Visit Knowle include:
- Social media spotlights for Knowle businesses
- A listing in our directories
- Access to an exclusive business WhatsApp group
- Regular newsletters with updates, signposting and information
- Options to offer rewards in the Visit Knowle scheme
- Discounted or free tickets to business events including networking and expos
Visit Knowle Rewards
Visit Knowle Rewards is your exclusive members-only scheme giving local residents access to discounts, freebies and special offers from Knowle’s brilliant businesses.
- Unlock exclusive rewards
- Regular communications from Visit Knowle
- Knowing your subscription helps fund projects that help keep Knowle thriving
It’s not just about saving money - it’s about backing Knowle’s future.
friend of visit knowle
You can support Visit Knowle as a "Friend of Visit Knowle". As a friend, you’re contributing to projects that help our village flourish. You can join as a resident for just £5 per annum.
- No access to rewards
- Just a feel-good feeling for contributing to funds that go towards events and projects that support our village
- Occasional emails from Visit Knowle
We know some residents just want to give a little - this is your way of doing just that.
MORE REASONS TO JOIN AS A BUSINESS MEMBER
Direct benefits to your business from joining Visit Knowle include:
- Every penny of membership income being spent on projects to boost footfall
- The development of a strong and independent local business group
- Monthly updates on specific local and regional issues
- Access to briefings on key matters and the ability to lobby for further change
- A package of improvements for the village centre which you help to identify
Visit Knowle has been formed to benefit local businesses with the aim of making Knowle a more vibrant, attractive, and successful place for all involved. We welcome business members from Knowle. Local businesses close to Knowle are welcome to join as a business member too, but our marketing strategy focuses on Knowle meaning your business may not be featured in our social media. If you’d like to find out whether you’d qualify for social media posts, contact us.
Knowle home based businesses are welcome to join and access the benefits. We can’t offer branded photography in your home, but you are welcome to attend photography sessions in the village to gain some “headshots”
| Business Member Benefit | Knowle Business | Business outside of Knowle |
|---|---|---|
| Contribution to Knowle Christmas Lights | ✔ | ✔ |
| Complimentary Branding Photography | ✔ | ✔ (In Knowle Centre) |
| Business Listing in our Members Directory | ✔ | ✔ |
| Regular Newsletter | ✔ | ✔ |
| Access to Member Discounts | ✔ | ✔ |
| Guest Blog on Visitknowle.co.uk | ✔ | ✔ |
| Free or Reduced Rates for Any Training Session | ✔ | ✔ |
| Access to Visit Knowle Group Whatsapp | ✔ | ✔ |
| Social Media Coaching Support | ✔ | ✔ |
| Free Entry to Visit Knowle Networking Events | ✔ | ✔ |
| Opportunity to Host Networking Sessions | ✔ | Subject to Location |
| Discounted Rates to Visit Knowle Events (eg. Expo / Markets) | ✔ (Priority Booking When Possible) | ✔ (Priority Booking When Possible) |
| Business Spotlight Features on Social Media | ✔ | |
| Full Marketing Benefits of Visit KNowle Campaigns & Events Such as the Late Night Shopping Night | ✔ |
The annual cost of joining Visit Knowle is £110 per year and we therefore hope that you will be able to join us in driving significant improvements to business in Knowle.
Frequently asked Questions
My business is based from home – may I join?
Yes – home based businesses are welcome to join and access the benefits. We can’t offer branded photography in your home, but you are welcome to attend photography sessions in the village to gain some “headshots”.
May I join if I live in Knowle but my business is based in Solihull?
Yes – you are welcome to join Visit Knowle, but you would only access the benefits available to local businesses. This is because Visit Knowle was formed to promote Knowle as a place to eat, shop, visit and do business.
more ways to support Visit Knowle
Volunteer for Visit Knowle
A team of volunteers from businesses, community groups and residents work together on a number of projects.
Whether it's keeping our streets tidy, maintaining our planters, volunteering to be a host or marshall at events of helping organise something, we have opportunities for you to get involved.
Contribute to the Christmas Lights
Every year we ensure the Christmas lights around the village are installed and taken down by professionals. Additional funds are required to replace strands of lights from time to time.
Join Knowle businesses in contributing towards the installation of the Christmas Lights.
(Note, the Christmas tree is donated to Knowle village from Knowle Society)
Thank you for support. Together, we can help Knowle thrive.