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
Get involved in Nairn’s classic and modern vehicle show which showcases up to 400 vehicles at the beautiful Nairn Links with the stunning backdrop of the Moray Firth.
Organised by Nairn BID this is a great opportunity to advertise your business to the entrants and to the hundreds of visitors that the event attracts.
The event will take place on Saturday, September 19 between 10am and 3pm.
As well as showcasing the vehicles, there will be sideshows, food and drink vendors, and a number of stalls.
Last year, the event attracted thousands of locals and visitors alike and we expect this to be the same for 2025.
Title Sponsor Package: circa £1500 (one opportunity) Kindly taken by Nairn Car Sales

Gold Package: £500: (unlimited)
Silver Package: £200: (unlimited)
Food and Drink Partner (one opportunity) Kindly taken by Makes by Megs
Our food and drink partner will be responsible for keeping our vehicle exhibitors happy. They will supply one small cake and tea and coffee at the Links to the exhibitors. We expect this will be for up to 400 vehicles and we will need one cake and one cup of tea or coffee per vehicle.
In return we can offer:
Category Sponsor – £30
Your business name will be next to the class you have chosen in the event programme.
BIKES
CARS
Bring a Demo Stand – £200 (8 Opportunities)
Do you own a business or promote a product that will be of interest to hundreds of car enthusiasts and spectators? Then take a Demo Stand at Wheels of Nairn and be front and central to a captive audience.
You will be able to:
Be a Prize Sponsor – gift of product or cash/voucher.
We are delighted to welcome up to 400 vehicles to Wheels of Nairn and there are 12 categories creating worthy winners and an overall prize for Best in Show. Could you be the sponsor of the prizes?
Last year, the category winners received vouchers and the overall winner received a luxury hamper. The Nairn BID team is open to discussing prize options with you.
Leaflet in the Welcome Pack – £30
Advertise your business directly to up to 400 vehicle owners. Each entrant receives a welcome pack, and you can provide us with a flyer which we will include in the welcome pack.
Advertise in the Programme
The programmes are included in the entrants’ welcome packs, so potentially 400 people. It’s a great way to spread the word about your business.
A full page is £200
A half page is £100
A quarter page is £50
If you have any questions about sponsorship, please contact Claire Doughty on 07846145050 or email claire@clairedoughtypublicity.uk.