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
Member of the Month
May 2026

Some of the team who attended Taste of Nairn
Perched on the stunning Moray Firth coastline, the Golf View Hotel & Spa offers a luxurious Highland escape where coastal beauty meets classic Scottish hospitality.
And we are delighted to be featuring this retreat as our member of the month.
Earlier this month, Nairn BID staged Taste of Nairn which for a second year, was supported by the Golf View Hotel and Spa as title sponsor.
We are extremely grateful to the hotel and its staff, who went above and beyond and joined in with the three day event, by staging their own events and getting involved in the food and drink market within the Nairn Community & Arts Centre by taking a stall and doing food demos.
Overlooking the championship fairways of Nairn Golf Club and just steps from the beach, this elegant seaside retreat combines stylish accommodation, award-winning dining, and a relaxing spa experience in one unforgettable setting.
Whether you’re visiting for a golfing getaway, a romantic break, or a peaceful retreat in the Scottish Highlands, guests can enjoy breathtaking sea views, beautifully appointed rooms, and warm, attentive service throughout their stay.
To find out more about the Golf View Hotel and Spa, visit: https://www.crerarhotels.com/collection/golf-view-hotel-and-spa/