Become part of something bigger
Become part of the growing Spiky Carrot community where your business can be discovered, connected and recognised.
As we grow the community through business stories, discovery, trusted partnerships and real-world connections, your business grows with it.
Every business that joins becomes part of the growing Spiky Carrot community, wherever they're based. Your membership gives your business a permanent place where people can discover who you are.
As new patches grow, you'll have even more opportunities to increase your visibility through local Visibility Campaigns and trusted venue partnerships.
What's Included
Everything you need to build your presence and become part of the growing Spiky Carrot community.
A Place to Be Discovered
Your own searchable business profile, giving your business a permanent place within the Spiky Carrot community.
Digital Magazine
Opportunities to feature in the Carrot Club digital magazine and share your story with other owners.
Meet Ups
Discounted local meet-ups where you can build genuine relationships with other independent businesses.
Visibility Insights
Monthly insights showing how people are discovering your business profile.
Social Media Opportunities
Opportunities to be featured across Spiky Carrot's social media channels and reach more people discovering businesses through Spiky Carrot.
Visibility Campaign
Ready to reach even more people?
Our Visibility Campaign places your business inside trusted local venues, putting your brand in front of real people as they go about their day.
Each campaign is supported by a dedicated landing page, giving people somewhere to learn more about your business long after they first discover it.
Together, they create a lasting local presence that helps your business stay visible, build recognition, and be discovered both in the real world and online.
Explore the Visibility Campaigns
Become a Trusted Venue Partner
Help independent businesses get discovered by hosting a Spiky Carrot display frame in your business.
Spiky Carrot Membership
Included, worth £39 per month.
Dedicated Business Profile
Become part of the growing Spiky Carrot community.
Digital Magazine
Opportunities to feature in the Carrot Club magazine.
Visibility Insights
Monthly insights into your business profile.
Trusted Venue Recognition
Become recognised as one of our trusted venue partners.
Host Meet-ups
Opportunities to host Carrot Club networking events.
Why Membership Matters
Membership isn't a one-off advert that disappears after a few weeks.
It's a lasting place within the growing Spiky Carrot community.
Your business profile gives people a place to discover who you are, what you do, and how to get in touch. As we continue growing the community through business stories, our digital magazine, social media, trusted venue partners, meet-ups and Visibility Campaigns, your business has more opportunities to be discovered.
The more people come across your business, the more familiar it becomes. Over time, that familiarity helps build recognition, trust, and more opportunities for people to choose your business.
That's the value of becoming part of the patch.
FAQs
- What do I receive with Spiky Carrot Membership?
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Membership includes your own searchable business profile, opportunities to feature in the Carrot Club digital magazine, discounted Carrot Club meet-ups, monthly visibility insights, and opportunities to be featured across Spiky Carrot's social media channels.
- What makes Spiky Carrot different?
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Spiky Carrot is more than a business directory. It's a growing community of independent businesses, with searchable business profiles, trusted venue partnerships, community events, our digital magazine and Visibility Campaigns. Every member has a place within the community, with opportunities growing as new patches develop.
- Do I need a physical business premises?
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No. Service-based businesses, online businesses, home-based businesses, and businesses without premises are all welcome to become members.
- Can I add a Visibility Campaign later?
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Yes. Membership is where it all begins. When you're ready to increase your local visibility, you can add a Visibility Campaign at any time.
- How long am I tied in for?
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Membership is charged monthly and can be cancelled at any time. There are no long-term contracts.
- What areas do you currently cover?
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You can become a member wherever you're based. Visibility Campaigns and Trusted Venue Partners are currently available in selected patches, with new areas being added as Spiky Carrot grows.
- Can I become a Trusted Venue Partner?
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Yes. If you have a customer-facing business and would like to help independent businesses become more visible, we'd love to hear from you. Trusted Venue Partners also receive Spiky Carrot Membership at no additional cost.
Ready to join?
Become part of the growing Spiky Carrot community and give your business a place where people can discover who you are.
As the community grows and new patches develop, so do the opportunities for your business.