Opt-in membership is available to businesses that either exist out-with the catchment area of Nairn BID, or whose property’s rateable value lies below the £1000 threshold, but still wish to support the BID and receive most of the benefits that members do. As Nairn BID exists for the improvement of Nairn as a whole then supporting the BID can be a valuable way of saying to your customers that you as a business are contributing to making Nairn a better place.
Opt-in members receive the same benefits as other members, they just don’t have the voting rights that levy area businesses do when it comes to the renewal ballot for the BID. For the five year business plan which outlines the main areas of spending and objectives of Nairn BID, please click here.
They can apply for free stalls at our events and markets, benefit from free marketing and promotion (website listing, social media sharing and member of the month), and attend our meetings, business workshops and networking events.
Nairn BID organises street markets along the High Street several times a year. The BID also runs Taste of Nairn, Wheels of Nairn and the Countdown to Christmas events.
If you think your business would benefit by being part of the BID and you would like to join, please fill in our application form. You can also send us a photograph and listing wording for the VisitNairn website.
Opt-in membership starts from £125 a year. Membership runs for our financial year from 1st October to 30th September. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to get in touch – office@nairnconnects.com
November’s member of the month is Coast Candle Co. who experienced so much success throughout Fiver Fest that they have decided to extend their £5 offers on the run up to Christmas.

Owner of the Leopold-based boutique Janis said: “Thank you to everyone that came in during the Fiver Fest fortnight, it worked really well for us at Coast Candle Co. and I’m sure we weren’t the only ones.
“We will be extending our offers because we know what it’s like for people looking to gift something unique and different, but also on a budget. It is also good for business because these offers are bringing new customers in through the door.
“From mid-November in the run up to Christmas, we will be continuing our £5 wax melt offer, and in addition will be offering some bauble shaped wax melts (which would make a great stocking filler item!)
“We will also be doing Christmas hampers (you can choose between the hamper being in a basket or a box) which will be available online or can be ordered in-store.
“We’re still open 10am til 4pm, Monday to Saturday, so feel free to pop by!”