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Employee Discount Scheme

Herefordshire County BID is delighted to have secured a number of discounts and offers for its HCBID Levy Payers and their employees. If you are an HCBID business or you would like to submit an offer, please complete this form.

Pioneering Learning Hub

Offer: FREE online training platform for Visitor Economy businesses and their employees.

The innovative learning hub, offers all employees that work in the Visitor Economy, free unlimited access to up to 200 live courses at any given time. The learning solution, offers topics that support local employees to learn new skills, improve their employer’s performance and ultimately make Herefordshire County more successful.

Employees can choose from a range of subjects including Retail and Hospitality Management, Customer Service and Sales right through to Microsoft Excel and Project Management. With such a wide range of visitor economy businesses in our county, this is a great way for us to address learning needs of all our wonderful businesses. On completing a course, the employee can download a Herefordshire County BID completion of learning certificate, helping those staff to evidence their personal development.

Herefordshire County BID’s courses are uniquely all live interactive webinars, allowing local employees to learn on a flexible basis, accessing webinars from their home, office or any venue with an internet connection.

Telephone: 07940 145 219

Email: Tara@herefordshirecountybid.co.uk

Terms & Conditions
Visitor economy businesses will be allowed to sign up all of your employees up to the service FREE of charge. The training hub has been made possible due to funding secured by Herefordshire County BID via the UKSPF.  See our Training and Development Opportunities page for more details

Cost Savings with The Place Support Partnership

Offer: FREE cost savings advice and guidance ensuring your business is receiving the best deals from your suppliers.

Trusted cost saving experts have been enlisted by Herefordshire County BID to help reduce costs for local businesses. PSP has been appointed by the BIDs to deliver a programme aimed at reducing business operating costs during the current ‘cost of doing business’ crisis. The partnership offers cutting-edge expertise and resources, helping businesses to achieve their sustainability goals and thrive in today’s competitive market.  Enhancing the extensive support the BID currently provide to businesses throughout the county, the partnership provides additional comprehensive guidance spanning a variety of topics – including energy efficiency, sustainability and cost reduction strategies. As a result of the risk-free arrangement, local business owners will have support to save money during a turbulent time. 

Telephone: 07940 145 219

Email: Tara@herefordshirecountybid.co.uk

Terms & Conditions
See our Cost Savings page for more details

AccessAble

Visit Herefordshire LVEP is working in partnership with leading national disability organisation, AccessAble, to enable tourism and hospitality businesses in the region to provide quality assured accessibility information. Through AccessAble’s Your Accessibility Guide portal, businesses can book and pay for either a Guided or On Site assessment of their venue, where a professional surveyor will create a quality-assured Detailed Access Guide. The guides are full of facts, figures and photographs disabled people have said they need to plan their visit, and are designed to serve people with a wide range of conditions. Businesses will also receive a confidential Accessibility Improvement Report.  

Detailed Access Guides are published and searchable on AccessAble’s website, currently used by more than six million people a year.

If you are a business or venue, you can visit the portal now at www.YourAccessibilityGuide.co.uk to find out more about the service and how to get involved.

Offer: VisitEngland and AccessAble are dedicated to helping as many businesses and venues as possible benefit from available discounts. Due to a limited budget, discounts are granted on a first-come, first-served basis. Eligible businesses and venues are able to get a Guided Assessment for just £1 + VAT. Discounts only apply to tourism and hospitality businesses and venues located in England.

Micro and small businesses and venues – VisitEngland and AccessAble are match funding Guided Assessments for micro and SME businesses and venues. Business and venue types that are eligible are illustrated in the table below. This match-funding is provided on a first-come, first-served basis and will be withdrawn once the maximum budget has been reached.

Please note that this funding is only available for one venue that you own e.g. if you own 3 self-catering cottages, this discount can only apply to one. If you wish to purchase a Detailed Access Guide for more than one unit, contact AccessAble for a bespoke quotation. They will be able to let you know of any other available discounts.

If you would like to commission an On-Site Assessment the discounts explained below.

How to get your discount

  1. Visit the Your Accessibility Guide Portal and click ‘Get Quote’, answer the questions presented to describe your venue.
  2. If the Guided Assessment fee quoted is listed below you will be eligible for the £1 + VAT discount.
  3. Guided Assessment fee quoted –
    • £85 – Discount code to use at checkout VEYAGR9CB84
    • £95 – Discount code to use at checkout VEYAGR10CB94
    • £115 – Discount code to use at checkout VEYAGR2CB114
    • £135 – Discount code to use at checkout VEYAGR3CB134
    • £150 – Discount code to use at checkout VEYAGR7CB149
  4. Read the order form and check you meet all the criteria to qualify e.g. that you have accurately described your venue’s size and complexity and that you are not using the code for multiple businesses and venues that you own.
  5. After clicking ‘Buy now’, you will see an order form with the payment amount (before discount) and terms and conditions.
  6. Agree to the terms and conditions and proceed to the Stripe payment portal. Enter the relevant discount code as stated in the table above in the ‘Add promotional code’ box and press ‘Apply’.
  7. The total discounted cost, including VAT, will update after you add your billing address.

Larger businesses and venues

VisitEngland is providing the following discounts for larger tourism businesses and venues in England:

  • A 75% discount for Guided Assessments, subject to terms and conditions and availability at time of booking.
  • A 50% discount for On-Site Assessments, subject to terms and conditions and availability at time of booking.

This discount is aimed at independent business or those operating in a small group. If you are a large group or a national chain, please contact AccessAble directly.

For larger businesses and venues – 50% or 75% discount:

  1. Visit the Your Accessibility Guide Portal and click ‘Get Quote’, answer the questions presented to describe your venue or business.
  2. Read the order form and check you meet all the criteria to qualify e.g. that you have accurately described your venue’s size and complexity and that you are not part of a national chain.
  3. After clicking ‘Buy now’, you will see an order form with the payment amount (before discount) and terms and conditions.
  • Agree to the terms and conditions and proceed to the Stripe payment portal. Enter your discount code in the ‘Add promotional code’ box and press ‘Apply’.

Discount codes are –

  • 75% off Guided Assessments: VEGUIDED75
  • 50% off On-Site Assessments: VEONSITE50

The total discounted cost, including VAT, will update after you add your billing address.

Terms and conditions:

  • Discounts are available for tourism and hospitality businesses only.
  • Businesses and venues and businesses must be located in England to access the discounts.
  • Discounts are capped to a maximum level per business.
  • Discounts are subject to availability at the time of booking, on a first come first served basis.
  • Discounts cannot be combined.
  • Discounts will be applied off the fee exclusive of VAT.
  • Discounts cannot be applied retrospectively.
  • VisitEngland and AccessAble reserve the right to amend the terms or withdraw the discounts at any time. 
  • AccessAble reserves the right to cancel an order if a venue misuses a discount code. This will not be done without discussion with the venue.
  • AccessAble reserves the right to cancel an order if a venue misrepresents its size, complexity or type. This will not be done without discussion with the venue.

Telephone: 01438 842 710 – 07897 032494

Email: contactus@youraccessibilityguide.co.uk 

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ADSMART

Offer: 11% discount for all Herefordshire County BID Levy Payers off their first AdSmart from Sky advertising campaign.

Thought TV advertising was out of your reach? Think again. AdSmart has turned traditional thinking on its head – making the unrivalled power of TV advertising relevant and affordable for almost any business. AdSmart allows you to access millions of Sky and Virgin homes, selecting your ideal audience and location; meaning you can be sure only the right households see your ad, in great content, and you only pay when it’s been seen.

View Herefordshire & Worcestershire AdSmart ads: https://vimeo.com/showcase/9822121

Tel: 07562 304 930

Email: Ellie.salsbury@sky.uk

Terms & Conditions
Offer only applicable to first AdSmart campaign booked. Minimum campaign spend £3000

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AVENSURE

Offer: FREE access to HR and Health & Safety advice for Levy Payers

Address: St Johns House, 2‑10 Queen Street, Manchester, M2 5JB

Tel: 07394 567 344

Email: LeeGarside@avensure.com

Terms & Conditions
You may access this advice by calling Lee Garside directly on his mobile, 07394 567344, or by emailing leegarside@avensure.com. Each time you call you need to provide a unique reference: HEREBID. Please make use of this valuable service.

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BLACK MOUNTAIN

Offer: FREE embroidery

Black Mountain are a Design, Print & Embroidery company, based in Ross-on-Wye, who support businesses to elevate their brand through custom workwear. The company was founded in 2017 to provide uniform for our CEO’s former company and has since expanded to work with many companies across the UK. As a Herefordshire based company, we are keen to work with businesses local to us and promise an outstanding level of customer service. With all our services being fulfilled in house, we can ensure a quick turn around and most importantly, excellent quality garments.

Address: Unit C, Ashburton Industrial Estate, Beaver Centre, Ross-on-Wye HR9 7BW

Telephone: 01989 566 364

Email: info@black-mountain.co.uk

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Terms & Conditions
1 x Small Embroidery per Garment.

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DESIGN IN THE SHIRES

Offer: 10% discount on all of their services, including: website design; graphic design; logo/branding; online marketing.

Design in the Shires offers a friendly relaxed solution to your web design, marketing and graphic design needs. We were founded by a team who are passionate about connecting you with your clients online and offline. Design in the Shires is an award-winning website design, graphic design & marketing agency in Malvern, Worcestershire.

Address: Science Park, Geraldine Rd, Malvern WR14 3SZ

Telephone: 07950 999 887

Email: info@designintheshires.co.uk

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Terms & Conditions
Offer valid from August 2023 until July 2024 – Offer only applicable to services delivered within this timeframe (including any monthly/recurring items).

3D-Pi

Offer: 20% discount on creation of immersive 3D walkthroughs

Step into a world where reality meets imagination with 3D-Pi, your gateway to a new dimension of immersive experiences. Our cutting-edge technology and unrivalled expertise combine to craft captivating 3D walkthroughs that transcend the boundaries of ordinary visualisation. Whether you’re selling dream homes, marketing your bustling retail space, or wanting to provide a visual of your space as an accessible tool, our services transform your business into living, breathing environments. With 3D-Pi, we don’t just create walkthroughs; we craft journeys, redefining the way you experience spaces. Welcome to the future of immersive walkthroughs; welcome to 3D-Pi! For more information visit www.3D-Pi.com

Telephone: 07976 766 406

Address: 55 Riverside Dr, Llanfoist, Abergavenny NP7 9LL

Email: Leighton@3D-Pi.com

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Terms & Conditions
25% deposit on booking. Deposit refundable if notification of cancellation is no less than 7 days.

DRONE EVOLUTION LTD

Offer: 25% off first drone flight, Zoom-Plus roof inspection + Free thermal inspection included. 25% off Videography (Air-Promo service), + Free internal flight (where possible) to include branded 1 min video edit. 25% off Internal Virtual tours + Free set of 12 External promo images.

Commercial Drone Services Provider of Drone Surveys, Aerial Surveys, Roof Inspections, Ground Surveys, Virtual 3D tour, Promotional Images, Thermal Surveys, Traffic Monitoring, Event Security, Tethered Drones, Topographical Surveys, Measured Building Surveys.

Telephone: 07774 812 537 or 02921 509 448

Address: Unit 8 Western Industrial Est, Caerphilly CF83 1BE

Email: patryk.papina@dronevolution.co.uk

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Terms & Conditions
25% off first drone flight, Zoom-Plus roof inspection + Free thermal inspection included • 25% off Videography (Air-Promo service), + Free internal flight (where possible) to include branded 1 min video edit • 25% off Internal Virtual tours + Free set of 12 External promo images

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GRAVITAS

Offer: 10% discount on all courses offered by Gravitas (either “open” or privately booked) available to all employers/ employees holding the HCBID BID discount card. Or a 15% discount on all courses, as above, if the employer is accredited by the “Living Wage Foundation”.

A Herefordshire based company founded on the principles of respect, fairness, integrity, and charity. Gravitas Medical Solutions (or Gravitas) has in-depth  knowledge, experience, and credibility which has been earned from working  extensively within the UK military and the UK National Health Service while  supporting UK PLC, multinational and national organisations, private companies, and clients.

Address: Unit 6.10, The Shell Store, Canary Drive, Hereford, HR2 6SR

Telephone: 01432 675 007

Email: info@gravitasmed.co.uk

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Terms & Conditions
Discounts cannot be used with any other promotion. Full payment must be received prior to commencement of the selected course.

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HALO LEISURE

Offer: First 6 weeks Free using Code ‘6WEEKSFREE’ access to all Halo sites access to Halo@Home for £32.25 per Month

Halo is a registered charity and social enterprise running 22 sport and leisure centres throughout Herefordshire, Bridgend County Borough, Shropshire, Swindon and Gloucestershire on behalf of the local authorities. We often discuss our status as a social enterprise, but many of our customers are unsure of what it actually means and more importantly, how it benefits them. Being a social enterprise means Halo trades for social purposes. We are a registered charity and ‘not for profit’ organisation, with no shareholders. The money we make is ploughed back into the facilities. This allows us to keep our costs low and offer outstanding value for money. Basically, when our customers spend money with us, we largely reinvest this into Halo services.

Address: Hereford Leisure Centre, Holmer Rd, Hereford HR4 9UD

Telephone:

Email: luke.roberts@haloleisure.org.uk

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Terms & Conditions
Must show HCBID membership on first visit.

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PENINSULA

Offer: 10% off Peninsula services for Levy Payers

Address: Peninsula, Victoria Place, Manchester M4 4FB

Telephone: 07890 062 114

Email: Dawn.Greenwood@peninsula-uk.com

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Terms & Conditions
Complimentary HR and Health & Safety document reviews for business owners and 10% off if HCBID Levy Payers mention BIDHGREEN41 when they join Peninsula’s services.

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PRONTAPRINT

Offer: 10% off your first order. 

Prontaprint is a leading provider for print, design and distribution, that is committed to building long-term relationships with all our customers by delivering the very highest standards of customer care. We cover every aspect of design, print and marketing, from the creative idea through to the finished product. Our resources are second to none; we have the latest digital equipment and full litho production facilities, so no job is too small or too big.

Address: 20 Greenhill St, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6LF

Telephone: 01789 204 272

Email: alex@prontaprintsua.com

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Terms & Conditions
This offer is valid when a valid discount card is shown upon ordering. 10% discount applies to first order only. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers or discounts. 

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SHELL STORE

Offer: 10% off all meeting rooms, coworking memberships, and office memberships. 

An organisation that believes in ‘Business for good’, placing equal importance on social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. Based in the historic ‘Shell Store’ as part of the Skylon Park Enterprise Zone. We’re here to provide an innovative, community-focused workspace in Hereford.

Address: The Shell Store, Canary Drive, Skylon Park, Hereford HR2 6SR

Telephone: 01432 620 890

Email: Hereford@townsq.co.uk

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Terms & Conditions
Coworking membership subject to a minimum 30 days contract, office memberships subject to a minimum 12 month contract. For meeting room bookings contact Hereford@townsq.co.uk quoting Herefordshire BID Discount Card. Proof of membership required. 

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SIDNEY NOLAN TRUST

Offer: 20% discount on admission price

Visit us to enjoy world-class exhibitions, learn more about Sidney Nolan’s life and work, explore 17th Century Rodd Court and relax in our extensive gardens and grounds set in the beautiful Welsh Marches near Presteigne

Address: The Sidney Nola Trust, The Rodd, Presteigne, LD8 2LL

Telephone: 01544 260 149

Email: anna@sidneynolantrust.org

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Terms & Conditions
Excludes special events and workshops. Applies during our standard opening hours – please see our website for details.. 

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SNAP FITNESS

Offer: £24.99pm No Joining Fee or if joining in Group of min 10 people £22.99 per month No Joining Fee. 

Get 24/7 gym access to the best range of cardio, strength, functional training equipment, group fitness classes and qualified personal trainers – all in a supportive community to help you move your body and your mood.

Address: Ground Floor, Penn House, Pomona Pl, Hereford HR4 0EF

Telephone: 01432 276 938

Email: Hereford@snapfitness.co.uk

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Terms & Conditions
T & C Apply – see website for further details

UTILITY HELPLINE

Offer: Complete care package plus full ongoing support and dispute resolution, bill checking.

Award-winning business energy broker based in Hereford. Utility Helpline has been offering a client focused business energy market comparison service since 2006. We’re multi award winning and trusted by thousands of UK businesses to manage their energy contracts year after year by offering hassle free independent service, advice and superior aftercare.

Telephone: 01432 378 690

Address: Berrows Business Centre, 107 Bath St, Hereford HR1 2HE

Email: mmetcalfe@utilityhelpline.co.uk or rbonelle@utilityhelpline.co.uk

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Terms & Conditions
HCBID Levy Payers must make it clear that they are part of the BID.

VOLTSHARE

Offer: Exclusive discounts for BID businesses on EV charging built for your hospitality venue

Are you an accommodation or destination venue owner? Use this link to take advantage of exclusive discounts for Herefordshire BID businesses: https://voltshare.typeform.com/herefordshire

VoltShare is an integrated EV-charging solution designed to meet the needs of
destination and hospitality venues. Our contract-free, subscription-free, and property
lease-free solutions, give you full control of your property while you reap the full
benefits of providing the service.

Telephone: 020 3868 4645

Email: steven.core@voltshare.co.uk

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Terms & Conditions
Contact VoltShare directly

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WILD EDRIC MEDIA

Offer: 15% off Video Production pricing for Sky AdSmart TV commercials (applies only to AdSmart Productions).

Video Production Company, specialising in creating promotional, corporate and Sky AdSmart videos as well as filming and streaming live events such as conferences and awards ceremonies.

Telephone: 01568 572 966

Address: Unit 4 Moreton Farm Business Units, Leominster HR6 0DP

Email: carl@wildedricmedia.com

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Terms & Conditions
Should an HCBID Levy Payer book a Sky AdSmart TV Commercial, Wild Edric Media will create a 30 seconds advert suitable for UK broadcast on SKY channels. A 15% discount will be applied to the production pricing as quoted by Wild Edric Media for the project. This offer only applies to SKY AdSmart video production. Does not include any additional fees involved in the production such as Actor and Voice Over Artist fees, Stylist Fees, or Location Costs.

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WHITE HERON

Offer: 10% discount

Have a home from home break at one of our luxury holiday lets. Sleeping from 2 – 38 this is a great place for a reunion, small wedding party or just a hot-tub weekend getaway for you and your partner.

Telephone: 01544 340 241

Address: White Heron Properties c/o Whittern Farms Ltd, Lyonshall, Kington HR5 3JA

Email: jo@whitternfarms.co.uk

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Terms & Conditions
Does not apply in summer or Christmas Holidays