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
Taste of Nairn Line Up
Join us for a three day food and drink extravaganza at various locations across Nairn between May 6-8. This is an event to showcase what our seaside town has to offer.
This event is being supported by title sponsor Ashers Bakery
Taste of Nairn also incorporates the World Tattie Scone Contest borrowed from Piping At Forres and supported by Oakwood Cookery School and the Showstopper Cake Contest sponsored by Lifestyle Magazine.
To enter the World Tattie Scone Contest click here.
Wheels in Nairnshire will run the Dial a Bus so you can enjoy Taste of Nairn. Operating from 9-4pm on Sat and Sun. To book, call07716 214777. All journeys must be pre-booked.
Below is a list of all the events. Keep scrolling down and you will also see the wonderful producers we have at the Artisan Market which will take place at the Nairn Community & Arts Centre on Saturday, May 7 between 10 and 4pm and Sunday, May 8 between 1pm and 5pm.
FRIDAY MAY 6
Brambles Boutique. 11 Leopold Street is offering 10% off for Taste of Nairn. 9.30am-5pm
Ink & Pink located at 9a High Street is offering 10% off for Taste of Nairn. 9.30am-5pm
MNMS Café 11a Leopold Street.A Taste of Nairn Taster box featuring 16 different bites for £12.
Nairn Museum. Visit the historic Nairn Museum to learn all about the town’s fishing and farming history. Viewfield House Viewfield Drive 10am to 4.30pm Adult £4, Children FREE
Riley’s Pottery Painting. Opening for Taste of Nairn 2-5pm
Campfire Cookery with Nature for Health. Come and enjoy a taste of the wild side of Nairn through a fun and relaxed session, in a beautiful location. 2-3.30pm Booking essential by emailing admin@n4h.co.uk as spaces are limited. £15 for adults, £5 concessions.
Foraging Along the River Nairnwith Nature for Health. Join the team to forage and feed from the bounty of delicious wild foods to be found in the woodlands along the banks of the River Nairn. Booking essential by emailing admin@n4h.co.uk as spaces are limited. Meeting at Riverside Park at 6-7.30pm £15 for adults, £5 concessions.
A Sun Dancer Taste of Nairn with musician Kenna Ross. Join us at the Sun Dancer for a superb meal, a great view, all set to the backdrop of the beautiful sound of Kenna Ross on piano.
A Windswept Weekend @ The Bandstand, Crescent Road. A weekend tap take-over of five of Windswept award winning beers & a Windswept beer inspired special menu running from May 6 to 8.
The Classroom 1 Cawdor St, will have the ‘Nairn Lagoon’ a twist on the classic blue lagoon cocktail and ‘Spring into summer’ Scottish gin and fruit flavours blended with ice. Available all weekend for £6.00 each
SATURDAY MAY 7
Breakfast at Sandown House.Fantastic breakfast, freshly cooked to order, using local produce. 8am to midday. £15 per person. Booking essential by calling 07889181605 or email Liz@sandownhouse.com
Brunch at the Sun Dancer. Opening especially for Taste of Nairn, you can enjoy a relaxed brunch in the beautiful Sun Dancer, where all you have to do is enjoy the food and take in the view. Set menu. 9am to midday.
Brambles Boutique. 11 Leopold Street is offering 10% off for Taste of Nairn. 9.30am-5pm.
Ink & Pink. 9a High Street is offering 10% off for Taste of Nairn. 9.30am-5pm.
Artisan Market. A showcase of food, drink and other local producers from across the region. This event will also feature live demonstrations. Nairn Community & Arts Centre. 10-4pm.
World Tattie Scone Contest supported by Oakwood Cookery School at Nairn Community & Arts Centre. First round 10.30am.
MNMS Café. 11a Leopold Street.A Taste of Nairn Taster box featuring 16 different bites for £12.
Riley’s Pottery Painting. 1B High Street. Opening for Taste of Nairn 10-4pm.
Meet the characters from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Nairn Community & Arts Centre. 2-4pm.
The Classroom 1 Cawdor St, ‘Nairn Lagoon’ and ‘Spring into summer’ cocktails. Available all weekend for £6.00 each
A Windswept Weekend @ The Bandstand. A weekend tap take-over of five of Windswept award winning beers & a Windswept beer inspired special menu running from May 6 to 8.
SUNDAY MAY 8
Breakfast at Sandown House. Fantastic breakfast, freshly cooked to order, using local produce. 8am – midday. £15 per person. Booking essential by calling 07889181605 or email Liz@sandownhouse.com.
One One Two’s Boozy Brunch. Celebrating all things that make One One Two. Join us for our take on brunch for a small plate share style brunch menu, inspired by dishes from across the World. Running alongside will be a specially tailored drinks menu to match. 11am – 2pm. Reservations only. £10.00pp deposit required to secure your table).
Artisan Market. A showcase of food, drink and other local producers from across the region. This event will also feature live demonstrations. Nairn Community & Arts Centre. 1-5pm
Showstopper Cake Contest. Drop your Nairn themed cakes to be in with a chance of winning the Nairn Star Baker title. Supported by Lifestyle Magazine. Winner will be announced later this day.
Come and meet the characters from Alice in Wonderland. Sunday May 8 at Nairn Community & Arts Centre
MNMS Café 11a Leopold Street.A Taste of Nairn Taster box featuring 16 different bites for £12.
The Classroom 1 Cawdor St, ‘Nairn Lagoon’ and ‘Spring into summer’ cocktails. Available all weekend for £6.00 each
Meet the characters from Alice in Wonderland. Nairn Community & Arts Centre. 1-3pm
A Bandstand Blether Special 4pm. Meet the Windswept Brewer. Stuart Evans will share the secrets of Windswept beers, how they are made & introduce the beers being served. Free Entry – with optional donation to local charity. Then at 5.30pm – A Sunday Session with Stuart. Not only does he brew amazing beer, he’ll be taking to the stage to entertain us with guitar and vocals as part of our new Sunday Session slot
Artsian Market Information
SATURDAY, May 7, 10am to 4pm at Nairn Community & Arts Centre
The Hospitality School at UHI will carry out a number of demos and tasters
Rose Cottage Country Kitchen | Swanson’s Nairn Ashers Bakery | Nadia Davidson’s Molten Imaginings | Highland Tea Box | Ice & Fire Distillery , Scotland | Scotland Food & Drink | Mini Bakes | Wendy’s Hooose | Saxa Vord Distillery | The Vegan Skinhead. | Angie MacKenzie GlobalBiz (Forever Aloe) | The Plant Whisperer Nursery | Royal Brackla Distillery | The Hospitality Department from UHI Moray | Eco Ness | Love mushrooms UK | Tropic Skincare with Mie | Seasonal Flavour | Heilan Brew
SUNDAY May 8, 1pm to 5pm at Nairn Community & Arts Centre
Highland Tea Box | Bridgeness Ceramics | Carol’s been cooking | MYXD | Love Mushrooms | Happily Ever After Crafts | Marcassie Farm Kitchen | Secret Beach Bakes Lewis Lassie | The Highland Wax Boutique | Nairn Art Gallery | Royal Brackla Distillery | The Hospitality Department from Moray College UHI | Wendy’s Hooose | Nairn Birder | Molten Imaginings | Forever Aloe with Angie Mackenzie | Rose Cottage Country Kitchen | Cawdor Honey | Support for Ukraine | Seasonal Flavour | Heilan Brew
