Events

Picture Perfect: A Product Photography Workshop for Local Businesses

Monday 3rd March 2025, 5.30 - 8pm

Nutch Coffee House, Ashington, Northumberland

Calling all product-based businesses in Ashington, Guidepost, Longhirst, and Pegswood! Whether you sell from a retail shop or your home, this workshop is tailored to help you create standout product images that showcase your brand and boost your sales.

In this workshop, we’ll explore:

  • How to choose the perfect backgrounds and props to make your products shine.

  • A live demonstration of a simple setup, including the effective use of artificial lighting.

  • Practical tips to refine your product photography and incorporate your brand identity.

Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your skills, this session will provide inspiration and actionable advice to take your product imagery to the next level.

After attending, you’ll also have the opportunity to apply for 12 months of free subscription to Mayfli, the online UK marketplace, to support local.

Past events:

Wednesday 29th January 2025, 1.30-4.30pm

The Cheviot Centre, Wooler, Northumberland

Rural Jobs Platform - WORKSHOP

  • Rural businesses face significant challenges in recruiting skilled staff.

  • Rural employees struggle to find suitable opportunities and support.

Are you a business that depends upon a rural workforce? This workshop will present the findings of our desk-based research, insights from interview data and give an overview of similar online jobs platforms operated by the public sector.

There will then be the opportunity to help shape the concept and service scope of the proposed online platform to ensure that a unique and relevant service that responds to rural business needs can be proposed. 


Monday 17th February 2025, 5.30 - 8pm

Nutch Coffee House, Ashington, Northumberland

Boost Your Online Sales: Digital Presence for Product-Based Businesses

Are you a product-based business owner in Ashington, Guidepost, Longhirst, or Pegswood? Whether you run a retail shop or work from home, this hands-on workshop is tailored for you!

Join us for an interactive evening designed to help you reflect, review, and enhance your digital presence. This workshop will cover essential elements for driving sales through your website and online platforms, including:

  • Key pages every website needs and what they should include.

  • Writing compelling product descriptions that convert browsers into buyers.

  • Tools and strategies to elevate your online presence.

After the workshop, you’ll also have the opportunity to apply for 12 months of free subscription to Mayfli, the online marketplace and community designed for local businesses by local businesses.