Ellesmere Connect

Welcome to Ellesmere Connect, proudly supported by Project SY12. Formerly known as the Ellesmere Chamber of Commerce, our network has undergone a transformation to better serve the businesses, charities, and groups within the SY12 Area. In early 2024, Project SY12 CIC absorbed the chamber, infusing it with renewed energy and expanded offerings. Today, we stand as a vibrant community hub dedicated to empowering enterprises and social initiatives alike. Join us in shaping the future of SY12, where collaboration and growth thrive hand in hand.

 

What do I get for joining Ellesmere Connect?

Ellesmere Connect – Membership Benefits

For just £120 per year for businesses, Ellesmere Connect membership offers unparalleled opportunities to boost visibility and strengthen community ties. We also provide a 50% discount for social enterprise groups, charities, and second businesses.

As a member, you’ll enjoy:

• Ellesmere Pulse: Push notifications, event promotion, footfall tracking, and soon-to-launch online ordering directly from your business.
• Oswestry Borderlands Membership: Web page features, category promotion, and access to a wide-reaching online audience.
• Networking & Events: Join four annual networking events, feature in our town map, and receive discounted hire rates at Ellesmere Market Hall.
• Strategic Involvement: Sit on the Ellesmere Connect Management Team and help steer the direction of the town’s business, tourism, and events strategy.
• Exclusive Promotions: Spotlight promotions and business features aligned with our comprehensive marketing plan.

Maximise your impact and take part in shaping the future of Ellesmere’s thriving business and community landscape!

Ready to take your presence to the next level?

 Ellesmere Connect – Your Gateway to Business Growth and Community Engagement

Ellesmere Pulse: The Digital Town Hub

Maximize your business or community group’s reach with Ellesmere Pulse. Use our marketing suite to send notifications directly to your customers’ hands. Promote community events, business offers, Open Days, new products, and menus, while tracking footfall in and out of your venue. Stay ahead with our soon-to-launch Online Ordering feature, allowing customers to order directly from your business.

Oswestry Borderlands Membership – Included

Gain valuable exposure with our Oswestry Borderlands partnership. Benefits include:

• A dedicated web page for Ellesmere, Listing your business. Individual business membership normally £250+VAT
• A static image and link button featured at the top of two category pages for Ellesmere.
• Unlimited feature entries on our choice of pages, such as Industrial Heritage, Family Fun, or Iconic Attractions, with image inclusion.

With over 265,000 annual website views and a social media reach of over 1.3 million, Oswestry Borderlands can give your business the visibility it needs. Join the Free Tourism Ambassador Scheme and become part of a growing community!

What They Do

As part of their services, they:

• Manage the Visit Oswestry website, showcasing the best places to visit, stay, eat, drink, and shop.
• Promote local events through our website and social media platforms.
• Operate the Oswestry Tourist Information Centre, providing face-to-face advice and selling local souvenirs.
• Offer a Free Oswestry Tourism Ambassador Training Program.
• Provide free guided tours of Oswestry.
• Print and distribute Oswestry town maps.
• Represent Oswestry on local and regional platforms to boost the area’s visitor economy.

Visit Shropshire Membership

Joining Visit Shropshire gives your business access to inbound visitors and locals alike. Benefits include:

• A listing on the visit Shropshire website for Ellesmere, Listing your business. Individual business membership normally £250+VAT
• Access to networking events and brochure swaps.
• Regular updates on news, opportunities, and national media participation.

In 2019, their website generated over 1 million views, and Shropshire tourism is poised to become the county’s largest employer. Their primary focus is to promote Shropshire to visitors outside of the region.

Events & Networking

Members of Ellesmere Connect enjoy:

• Four annual networking events in February, May, August, and November.
• Business Awards in December 2025, with recognition across several categories.
• Promotion in 15,000 distributed leaflets featuring town maps and local attractions.
• Discounted hire rates at Ellesmere Market Hall for events and meetings.

What We Do at Ellesmere Connect

As part of our services, we:

• Manage the Visit Ellesmere website, showcasing the best places to visit, stay, eat, drink, and shop.
• Promote local events through our website, Ellesmere Pulse and social media platforms.
• Operate the Ellesmere Tourist Information Centre, providing face-to-face advice. – Hosted by Moolah.
• Print and distribute Ellesmere town maps.
• Run paid marketing campaigns, visitor newsletters, and competitions.
• Create high-quality promotional video content for members – additional fees may apply.
• Represent Ellesmere on local and regional platforms to boost the area’s visitor economy.

By becoming a member of Ellesmere Connect, your business can enjoy significant financial savings while maximising promotional impact for your business.

Shaping the Future of Ellesmere

By joining Ellesmere Connect, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Join the Ellesmere Connect Management Team, meeting monthly to guide the direction of business, social enterprise, tourism, and events.
• Become a Town Ambassador, helping to shape Ellesmere’s future.
• Be featured in spotlight promotions aligned with our marketing strategy.

Embrace this unique opportunity to grow your business and contribute to Ellesmere’s thriving community!

Ready to make a difference? Click Here to secure your spot.

For Occasional Event Hosts:

Hosting an event but don’t need a full subscription? No problem! At Ellesmere Pulse, we cater to all needs. For those hosting one or two events a year, simply submit your event details to us for a fixed fee of £15 per event. We’ll ensure your event gets the exposure it deserves on Pulse.

Ready to get your event noticed? Submit your event details now.