Discounts and offers for members

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion E-Learning (on demand)

We have partnered with The Hobbs Consultancy to provide BCI members with this e-learning certification consisting of 9 modules which you can access at your convenience. The programme will help you bring about positive change in your business by taking an in-depth look at 9 different diversity and inclusion topics

Course modules:

1. Ethnic & racial diversity in the workplace
2. Female careers & leadership
3. Disability in the workplace
4. LGBTQIA+ inclusion in the workplace
5. Masculinity in the workplace
6. Neurodiversity in the workplace
7. The multi-generational workplace
8. Gender identity & expression in the workplace
9. Social mobility in the workplace

This e-learning suite is CPD certified and exclusively available to members for just £125+VAT per person.

Discounts on Members’ Lounge access and room hire

A minute’s walk from Bristol Temple Meads and part of Brunel’s iconic railway station, Engine Shed is an innovation hub that provides space, training and events to a diverse mix of individuals and companies, including startups, industry, academics, government and community organisations.

Bristol Creative Industries business members can take advantage of a 50% discount on Engine Shed’s day visitor rate, meaning you’ll pay just £5 for a half-day visit or £10 for a full day.

Bristol Creative Industries members also get a 25% discount on event space bookings. Alongside smaller meeting rooms, there’s an 80-seat theatre and the 24-seat Brunel’s Boardroom, which provides a striking setting for meetings, training and presentations in the original thinking space of Isambard Kingdom Brunel.

Engine Shed’s Members’ Lounge operates a fair usage policy; visitors are requested to use the Lounge no more than 2-3 times per week to ensure all members are able to access the facilities.

Unfortunately, discounted Members’ Lounge access is not currently available to our freelance members.

Visit Engine Shed.

15% off original paintings & prints

10% off in-house training

Mette Davis has designed and facilitated hundreds of training programmes and workshops over the years for the likes of BA, Mars, McLaren Automotive, Prolectric and William George Auctions, as well as too many agencies to mention.  She also runs regular training workshops with BCI.

Mette’s offering a 10% discount on the standard price of in-house training for BCI members.

Each in-house workshop is tailored to the specific needs of the business, ensuring the content is relevant and the team can work on live challenges you’re facing.

She covers a wide range of topics including:

• Commercial awareness and pricing for profitability
• Proactivity and problem-solving
• Managing conflict and difficult conversations
• Time management
• Spotting and converting opportunities with existing clients
• Client growth planning
• Effective delegation
• Giving and receiving feedback
• Presentation skills – the art of persuasion
• Workshop wizardry

Find out more here: www.withmette.com/training

20% discount on venue hire

The RWA is pleased to offer members of Bristol Creative Industries a 20% discount on networking and drinks events in its stunning main galleries (for up to 220 people), with world-class exhibitions as a backdrop and talking point. The offer is also available on the price of small meetings in its downstairs Youngwood Room, which also offers the option (at an extra cost) of starting or finishing a meeting with a group creative activity, led by an artist facilitator and great for team-building.

Please note this discount is only for the hire of the space – all catering is at an extra cost.  The Grade II* listed building and galleries are also ideal for parties, dinners, filming, photo shoots and film screenings.

The RWA is an independent charity with negligible public funding.  Hosting an event at the RWA helps support an ambitious programme of outreach work in partnership with some of Bristol’s most underserved communities.

To take advantage of this generous discount email [email protected].

10% off event catering

Bring the taste of the Mediterranean to your next event! Eat a Pitta now offers outside catering services and Bristol Creative Industries’ members can take advantage of a 10% discount on lunch bookings.

Impress your guests with their mouth-watering falafel, fresh hummus, and a variety of delicious salads.  Use the code eap10 today and make your event a culinary adventure.

Click here to make your booking and claim your discount.

10% discount on studio hire

For photography, filmmaking, production, workshops, and everything in between.

Gather Round’s studio spaces are a blank canvas in a unique building, powered by creativity. The spaces are designed to host creative production in all its forms. You do your thing and Gather Round will provide the space with some handy extras.

Situated on the lower ground floor of Brunswick Square – Gather Round’s St Pauls location, the beautiful Georgian building is an ideal location for anyone wanting a quiet space with easy access to the city centre.

You can find out more about the space here.

For bookings email [email protected]

10% discount on project work and retainers

P²HR provides practical and pragmatic HR advice and support to SMEs for any people-related matters – we can act on the organisation’s behalf or be an extension to your team for any matters that might impact on an employee’s experience i.e. from onboarding through to ending their employment. Managing people doesn’t have to be overwhelming however managers need to be equipped with the tools to do the job.  We believe this is integral to building a successful business and at P²HR, we know how it’s done. Whether you’re a small organisation with no in-house HR team, or a larger business that needs help from time to time with complex issues, we can help.

BCI members can take advantage of:

• 10% discount on a fixed price for project work
• 10% discount on a HR retainer price for the first year

Contact pam.rawlings@p2hr.co.uk to get started.

10% discount on Photography Studio and Prop Hire

PLPR have a purpose-built photography studio with adjoining kitchen and prop store, for hire in St Werburghs, Bristol.

Bristol Creative Industries members are entitled to a 10% discount on Studio/Prop hire. 

Welcoming other agencies, freelancers and brands into the PLPR studio space is something the agency is proud to be able to do. The studio is available for hire, on an hourly, daily, or weekly basis.

Alongside the studio hire, BCI members are welcome to take advantage of the large selection of food styling props available. Which can either be included in the studio hire or are available separately for food styling on location.

Food stylists, home economists and photography assistants are also available to hire if you require a helping hand – or two!

To arrange a booking call 0117 924 7220 or email [email protected]. And quote ‘Bristol Creative Industries’ to redeem the discount.

10% Discount on Peer-Learning Group Membership

GYDA Masterminds are business growth programs for the leaders of digital agencies run by Janusz Stabik and Robert Craven.

Match your needs to one of our programs: each includes a combination of Mastermind, traction check-in and coaching sessions, all allowing you to meet the challenges of running a successful agency. 

BCI Members can receive a 10% discount on GYDA monthly memberships – Starting from £149 a month.

GYDA experts – with the peer-to-peer Mastermind community – help you make better decisions and create more impact. Together, we create a roadmap for your agency’s success. And give you the support and accountability you need to follow it.

GYDA Mastermind includes:

• Mastermind days – live on online
• Strategy Workshop
• Traction check-in sessions (online)
• Annual conference
• 4 X 1-2-1 coaching sessions
• Round Tables every month
• Expert-led Masterclasses or Q&As every month
• The Hub – Portal and exclusive resources
• ‘Members Only’ Slack Group

Visit GYDA.co to learn more

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10% discount on gift boxes

Deliver happiness with a curated gift box from Colleague Box. Personalised with your own message, these luxury gifts make the best thank you gifts for employees, customers, or friends.

BCI members can enjoy a 10% discount from gifts listed on the Colleague Box website by using the code BCI10

10% off online course

Would you and your team benefit from learning about and committing to experimenting with progressive and new ways of working? If so, join Mark Eddleston’s online course and take advantage of a 10% discount for BCI members.

In a nutshell, you’ll focus on the common challenges and tensions felt by teams (the perfect inspiration for your experiments); what Harvard, MIT and Google research tells us about great teams; healthy meeting structures; helpful mindsets; power; encouraging a culture of feedback; and techniques for better decision-making.

All the course information and costs can be found here.

For more information or to book your place and claim your discount, contact Mark directly

Discounted membership

Founded in 1990, The Square is Bristols Private Members’ Club for the creative industries. Members of The Square are part of a unique community of like-minded creative professionals. The Square provides an arena of original thought and discussion, and members enjoy a range of personal and professional benefits.

Along with a vibrant events programme and an award-winning restaurant, The Square provides a dynamic social environment and a flexible workspace. Equipped with a boutique lounge, the Square Kitchen restaurant, the Lower Deck Cocktail Bar and hidden city-centre Terrace, The Square is ideal for working, socialising, holding events and meeting new people.

Members of Bristol Creative Industries are able to apply for corporate membership at The Square Club at a heavily discounted rate of £60 per quarter.

Membership benefits

You are able to bring up to three guests with you at any time and more by prior notice. Your membership card also entitles you to the following benefits:

• Ability to bring up to three guests with you at any time to the club, and more by prior notice.
• Reciprocal membership at over 20 members’ clubs around the world including London, Amsterdam and San Francisco
• Complimentary room hire for parties, conferences and events
• Free use of the facilities for meetings / hot-desking / relaxation spaces
• Priority entry to many of our events, talks and workshops
• Free wifi throughout the club
• 50% off tea & coffee, and 20% off in the Square Kitchen
• Discounted hotel rooms in the Berkeley Square Hotel
• Complimentary tickets to our monthly members lunches and parties
• Discounted membership at Square Works co-working space
• Access to our community of over 700 creatives

Needing somewhere to stay?

Square members are able to book rooms and suites with the Berkeley Square Hotel. To do so, please call 0117 925 4000 and state that you are a Square member for 10% off.

The Square is also proud to introduce Square Works, our high-end part and full time serviced office and co-working space for the creative industries, located next door to the club on Berkeley Square. Access to Square Works is at an addition cost, please enquire with [email protected] if you are wanting further information.

Free employer profile on the ERIC app + 20% discount on job posts & virtual work experiences

Forget the boring career stalls, job boards and recruiters in suits. ERIC is finally disrupting the way creative brands reach and attract the next generation of diverse talent. Gen Z head to our award-winning app to explore & upskill on their career pathways and our data led platform gets your career content, opportunities and brand seen by the right audience.

With a community of over 200,000 Gen Zers actively looking to get their first job in the creative industries, we are offering BCI members a free employer profile plus 20% discount on job posts & virtual work experiences. To claim your free profile sign up here and let us know you heard about us from BCI!

10% off memberships at Gather Round Brunswick Square and Cigar Factory

10% off new memberships* at Gather Round Brunswick Square and Cigar Factory – exclusively for Bristol Creative Industries’ members.

Built by creatives for creatives.

Gather Round is a growing family of unique creative workspaces, designed to foster a positive community of like-minded creative people through an open and supportive culture. Made up of flexible areas with fixed and casual desks, private studios, meeting rooms, hang-out areas, communal kitchen tables and quiet rooms for headspace – this is a place to do your thing, your way.

Our considered spaces are designed to adapt to the diverse needs of our members. Film makers, designers, writers, publishers, art consultants, brand strategists, photographers… Our members are an eclectic and talented bunch. They’re also excellent people that make our special workspaces unique.

Memberships start from £125 p/m (+ VAT). The price you pay per month covers these things and so much more…

• All bills included. No faffy added extras here!
• Super fast fibre optic broadband
• Access 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• On-site support from our Community Manager
• Private meeting rooms and telephone conference facilities
• Multiple break-out spaces for work, rest and play
• Programme of free events and after work socials
• Complimentary coffee, tea and condiments
• Secure underground bike storage
• ‘Work Anywhere’ – work up to 4 days per month at another GR location (Full-time members only)
• 10% discount on our Basement Studio for Hire & Event Space Hire

Drop us an email via [email protected] to find out more. Don’t forget to mention your BCI membership when you get in touch.

Terms & Conditions

This offer (‘offer’) is for new membership sign-ups only and valid on our Part-time Flexi, Full-time Flexi, Resident and Studio memberships. It does not include Virtual memberships.

New members will receive a 10% discount off their first 6 months at Gather Round. The notice period linked to the membership still applies to this offer. The offer is issued only once the contract is signed and deposit received. This offer cannot be used retrospectively.

Gather Round Limited reserves the right to revoke the offer and/or to update the terms and conditions at any time. This offer cannot be applied to previous memberships or contracts, is non-transferrable, has no cash value and cannot be redeemed for cash or combined with any other offer.

Get inspired by your peers

Wake Up Calls are half hour webinars that take place every other Friday morning from 8.30-9.00am, with the format of a 15 minute presentation followed by Q&A….by members, for members!

The BCI membership network is full of amazing talent so we’re giving members the platform to share their pearls of wisdom with one another. Do you have a topic that you’re passionate about and want to share with your peers? Perhaps you want to share some tips and tricks, or even a case study!

The Wake Up Call webinars are exclusively for members and they’re free to attend.  Check out our Events page to see who’s coming up next and register for you free place.

If you’d like to speak at a session yourself, please get in touch with Sian at [email protected] to get booked in.

10% Discount on Experiences

Looking for fun things to do in Bristol whilst supporting independent businesses?

Yuup is an independent Bristol-based digital marketplace for local experiences. Yuup helps local people and independent businesses create, market, and host experiences. It also helps customers find original and out-of-the-box experiences in their local area to enjoy or gift.

There’s an amazing range of things you can do right now in Bristol. On Yuup you’ll find over 500 experiences from pasta making to paddleboarding the harbour and from cider tours to pottery classes.

For companies, Yuup also offers team building days and outings for ice-breakers, blowing off steam, celebrating a big win, or simply for a nice time with colleagues. Ask about how Yuup experiences could feature in your company’s benefits and wellbeing package.

BCI Members can use take advantage of a 10% discount on all Yuup experiences using the code: BCI10

Discounts on accommodation

With two locations to choose from in the city, Hotel du Vin offers luxury accommodation and exquisite dining both in the heart of the city centre and on the edge of the Avon Gorge in Clifton Village.

Bristol Creative Industries members can take advantage of 10% the best available rate at both hotels.

Hotel du Vin Bristol City Centre

Hotel du Vin Avon Gorge

Just use the code BRISTC900 when booking your room.

Discounts on coworking & meeting room hire

Flagship Bristol’s flexible working space is small but perfectly formed. Located close to the Christmas Steps on Colston Avenue, Flagship is ideally situated just minutes from the floating harbour and a short distance from Bristol Temple Meads, superbly positioned amongst the city’s finest in food, drink and the arts.

Flagship has been designed as a flexible workspace for you to thrive, it is equipped with breakout spaces and a 6 seated meeting room. For when privacy is required, you’ll have access to two soundproof phone booths. All our five private offices (from 4 – 8 person capacity), dedicated desks and coworking spaces are equipped with high quality Herman Miller furniture for maximum comfort and support.

We’re an inclusive space that understands the need for flexibility which is why we offer different options to suit you, with day passes for our coworking space, rolling contracts for our dedicated desks and private offices (with 24/7 access) which are available on a full or part time basis.

We would be delighted for you to meet our growing community and so we’re teaming up with BCI to offer members special discounts, including 10% discount on our day passes and 20% discount on meeting room bookings.

Contact our Community Manager, Miranda on [email protected] for a chat or to find out more.

15% off meeting room hire

Origin Workspace is a fantastic co-working community in the heart of Clifton.

Bristol Creative Industries members can take advantage of a 15% discount on meeting room hire.

You can choose from a range of flexible and contemporary meeting spaces to suit your needs. Each room comes equipped with state of the art technology, including a Big Pad Pro, huddle pads, touch screen whiteboards and conference calling. So whether you’re arranging an informal team catch up, a client meeting or a business-changing pitch, Origin Workspace has you covered. Complimentary hot drinks and biscuits are provided with each room booking. Catering partners are also on-hand if you’d like something more bespoke.

To redeem:

To book a meeting room and redeem your 15% discount, members should email [email protected]. Please quote ‘Bristol Creative Industries’ when booking.

Recruitment Strategy Review

Liz Gadd has been working in creative, marketing and PR recruitment for 30 years. She is the Co-Founder of recruitment company Moxie and Mettle, a preferred recruitment supplier to Bristol Creative Industries,.

Liz offers a one day recruitment strategy workshop and review for all Bristol Creative Industries members at a discounted fee.

Liz will spend a day with you, entirely tailored to your needs, whether that’s face to face support at your office or remotely. She will work through your recruitment policies and procedures, helping with job descriptions and advertisements for roles and explaining how best to work with recruiters. She will advise on best practice, including the best way to use jobs boards and social media to attract talent. There will also be time for any other recruitment related challenges and questions you might have!

This this is purely an advice and support session so there is no obligation to appoint Moxie and Mettle as a recruitment consultancy.

To redeem

To take advantage of preferential fees, Bristol Creative Industries members can get in touch with Liz directly.

Discounts on Dining

The Harvey Nichols boutique store can be found in the heart of Bristol’s city centre and offers the ultimate luxury shopping and dining experience in the South West.

The Second Floor Restaurant, Bar and private Dining Room provide a stylish setting for your next event. The space is perfect for a range of events, from networking breakfasts, sit down dinners and drinks receptions, to large cocktail masterclasses and wine tastings.

Bristol Creative Industries members benefit from the following discounts:

• 10% off the minimum spend requirements for private hire (Mon – Thurs, excluding November and December)
• Unlimited hot drinks with your meal at breakfast (Mon – Thurs, 10am – Midday)
• 3 courses for the price of 2 on our set menu at lunchtime (Mon – Thurs, 12pm – 14:30pm)
• Complimentary use of the Private dining room (please request when booking).

To redeem:

For private hire bookings or to book breakfast or lunch please email [email protected] and quote ‘Bristol Creative Industries’.

Second Office Fruit Delivery Free

Office Pantry delivers fresh fruit to offices around the UK, but are based out of their Bristol HQ.

Your Bristol Creative Industries membership means that you get a special perk for giving Office Pantry a go – your second fruit delivery will be absolutely free!

The nifty company delivers a range of grandmother-approved healthy snacks, fresh milk, soft drinks, tea, coffee, cereal, craft beer and more to companies, for them keep their employees happy and productive at work. They can even provide a full office kitchen service for larger companies.

Delivering on a pre-set schedule, you’ll never have to worry about the food and drink again in the office, and you even receive a free wooden display crate(s)!

Chose a package for your office and get started at: https://www.officepantry.co.uk/fruit-delivery/

To redeem

Contact Bristol Creative Industries for your Free Second Delivery code and further information.

Discounts on food & room hire

Based in the former Henry Africa building on Whiteladies Road, Bakesmiths is a bakery/cakery, coffee shop, as well as a stunning innovation and cookery demo centre. The team are passionate about using the best healthy ingredients in their food and cakes (which really are delicious!).

Bristol Creative Industries Members get 10% discount on all purchases in the coffee shop. Plus, if you’re keen to find a convenient space to host your next meeting, take advantage of 10% off meeting room hire (suitable for up to 24 people).

To redeem

Click here to check the meeting room availability and use the code media10 when booking to get the member discount. Alternatively, email [email protected] stating that you’re a Bristol Creative Industries member.

www.bakesmiths.co.uk

15% off your coffee subscription

Most of the businesses we know are fuelled by coffee, so what better benefit than 15% off an online office subscription from Bristol based Extract Coffee Roasters?

Coffee is freshly roasted and ground to order, so whether you’re equipped with an espresso machine or prefer to kick back with a cafetiere they’ve got you covered.

Your Bristol Creative Industries membership also qualifies you for a 10% discount on setting up an office coffee club – giving your staff an exclusive discount on personal purchases. What a perk!

Check out the selection of coffees available at Extract Coffee Roasters

To redeem:

*15% discount applies to Online Office Subscriptions (1kg bags) only and not to personal subscriptions or to wholesale prices.

* Contact us to receive your 15% discount code. You’ll need to enter the code at the checkout.

* Offices wishing to set up an office coffee club 10% discount as an employee benefit, should contact Gemma at Extract Coffee Roasters directly  (you must have an office subscription already in place).

10% off hot-desking membership

Experience creative co-working in the heart of Bristol at Square Works, Clifton.

Members of Bristol Creative Industries can take advantage of what this exciting Clifton workspace has to offer with 10% off a hot-desk membership. Including an existing network of over 500 creatives, super fast internet, ergonomically designed furniture, a Community Manager and a front of house team on hand – everything your business needs to grow.

Square Works is located at: 17 Berkeley Square, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1HB

To redeem:

Claim your discounted hot-desking trial today by quoting ‘BRISTOL CREATIVE INDUSTRIES’ in the enquiry form here

10% discount on venue hire

Arnos Vale Cemetery is a national heritage site, located in the heart of Bristol and set within 45 acres of stunning green woodland ecosystem.

Bristol Creative Industries members are eligible for a 10% discount on venue hire.  

Arnos Vale is regularly used by businesses for meetings, training and conferences, welcoming both local and national companies into its restored Grade II listed venues. As a popular community space Arnos Vale also hosts a range of music and theatrical performances, alongside private parties and public classes.

For more information or to make a booking email [email protected]

10% discount on Aardman Away Days