We are here to support you!

Join us to increase your exposer and showcase your amazing business to the thousands of Cumbrian people that are looking for YOU! Cumbrians need to be shopping, buying and staying locally, and we are making this happen!!

We aren’t just talking on the website but also on our social media pages, copywriting, features and marketing!

Who We Are

We’re here to help people discover Cumbria — and help Cumbrian businesses get discovered.

Eye on Cumbria is a digital platform celebrating the people, businesses, places and experiences that make Cumbria special.
From the Eden Valley to the West Coast, Barrow to Keswick, Carlisle to Windermere, we share stories, discover hidden gems, promote local events and showcase the businesses that make our region what it is.

More than a directory, we’re about telling your story and helping you reach the people who want to discover what Cumbria has to offer.

Our website is at the heart of what we do, supported by our newsletter and social channels to help those stories reach even further.

Discover. Connect. Grow.

From business features and website advertising to our events calendar, newsletter and social media, we offer affordable ways to get your business seen, heard and discovered.

What do we do for your business?

We tell your story.

Through engaging features, behind-the-scenes insights and genuine storytelling, we showcase the people, passion and purpose behind your business — helping you connect with a wider audience, both locally and further afield.

Eye on Cumbria is a place to discover the people, businesses, places and experiences that make Cumbria what it is. From local producers and hidden gems to walks, events and real-life stories, we bring Cumbria to life while helping local businesses get noticed.

We can help you:

Increase your visibility and brand awareness
Share your news, offers and events
Tell people what makes your business different
Reach new customers and build connections
Encourage people to discover and return to your business
Promote your business in a sustainable, cost-effective way

Spotlight Feature
starting at £50

A concise introduction to your business, perfect for building awareness.

  • 500–800 words
  • Covers who you are, what you do, and what makes you unique
  • Light storytelling approach with a clear, engaging overview
  • 1–2 images included (client provided)
  • Published on Eye on Cumbria and shared across our social channels
  • Direct links to your website and socials

Ideal for: Small businesses, new ventures, or those looking for an initial presence on the platform.

Feature Story
starting at £200

A well-rounded, story-led feature that goes deeper into your business journey.

  • 800–1,500 words
  • Focus on your story: your journey, people, values, and community role
  • Strong narrative with more detail and personality
  • Includes social media promotion across our platforms
  • Content created to be reusable across your own marketing channels
  • Direct links to your website and socials

Ideal for: Businesses wanting to build trust, connection, and a stronger local presence.

Premium Story Feature
Starting at £500

A full editorial-style feature with maximum depth and visibility.

  • 1,500–2,500 words
  • In-depth interview-based storytelling
  • Rich, detailed narrative exploring your business in depth
  • Higher-level exposure across our platform and social media
  • Enhanced promotion, including potential homepage or newsletter placement
  • A powerful content piece you can use for PR, marketing, and branding
  • Direct links to your website and socials

Ideal for: Businesses looking for a high-impact, magazine-quality feature and wider exposure.

Get your business seen by 1000’s!

Feature your business at the top of our homepage with a banner advert—perfect for offers, accommodation, activities, or product launches.
£50 per advert per month (rotation basis)

Or stand out with a sidebar/central placement on the homepage or a relevant page.
£35 per advert per month

Book more than one month and receive 20% off (months don’t need to be consecutive).

For more information, email: info@eyeoncumbria.co.uk

Events Calendar

Got an event coming up? Get it in front of people looking for things to do in Cumbria.

As an Eye on Cumbria member, you can add your events to our online Events Calendar for FREE.

Want to give your event an extra boost? For just £10, we’ll also promote it through our social media and newsletter.

Your event can be featured:

  • 📅 On our Events Calendar
  • 📣 On our social media
  • 🗓️ In our What’s On This Month feature
  • 📍 In our What’s On This Week feature
  • 📰 In our newsletter

One event. Multiple opportunities to be seen.

For more information please email us info@eyeoncumbria.co.uk

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