Visit Essex Membership
Get in touch
Get in touch to find out more about our business support offering.
Get in touch
Get in touch to find out more about our business support offering.
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Who’s it for?
Membership is for any Essex‑based tourism or hospitality business looking to enhance visibility, attract more visitors and benefit from sector‑specific support. Current members range from restaurants, attractions and theme parks to zoos, hotels and wider leisure and cultural organisations of all sizes.
What is it?
Structured support including marketing, PR and promotional opportunities, business development resources, training, and access to industry news. Members benefit from the strategic advantages of being part of VisitEngland’s LVEP programme, which opens up national resources, partnerships and destination‑management benefits.
What’s required?
Businesses simply choose between the Silver or Gold membership levels, depending on the benefits they want to access. Membership fees are annual, starting from £247 + VAT for Silver or £1100 + VAT for Gold.
How does it work?
After joining at either Silver or Gold level, members receive a suite of benefits tailored to their tier. Silver members gain website listings, networking opportunities, newsletters, marketing access and PR support. Gold members receive all Silver benefits plus paid social ads, inclusion on visitor maps, campaign features, leaflet distribution and advertising discounts. Members are encouraged to engage with the team for business support, tap into marketing opportunities and utilise resources designed to strengthen their reach and impact.
Next Steps...
To start your journey, get in touch to learn more or visit the Visit Essex website.
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