Cotswold Digest
Media Kit 2026
Advertising opportunities with the Cotswolds' hyperlocal weekly newsletter and business directory.
Format
Weekly newsletter
Delivery
Every Thursday
Coverage
40+ Cotswold towns & villages
About Cotswold Digest
Cotswold Digest is a hyperlocal weekly newsletter and business directory built for people who live in, visit, and love the Cotswolds. Every Thursday we publish a curated edition covering the best events, food & drink, walks, stays, shops, and local stories from across more than 40 towns and villages.
Alongside the newsletter, our directory gives local businesses a permanent home — with honest editorial reviews and CD Picks chosen by our team. Individual Standard and Premium profile pages remain free from third party advertising, giving each business a clean and focused presence.
We are independent, editorially led, and in our founding year. Brands partnering with us now become founding sponsors — locking in the lowest rates we will ever offer as the list grows.
What we cover
The reader
We are in our founding year — our list is growing weekly. This is who we are building for.
Lives locally
Cotswolds-based residents or people with strong ties to the area — not a broad national audience.
Supports independents
Values local pubs, independent shops, farm shops, and small makers over chains.
Active & outdoors
Walks, cycling, markets, and events. People who use the Cotswolds rather than just passing through.
Discerning spender
Willing to pay for quality experiences, stays, and food. Not bargain-hunting.
Community-minded
Reads local news, attends village events, cares about what's happening nearby.
Why now
Founding subscribers are the most engaged. Early advertisers get outsized attention before the list scales.
Why advertise with us
Hyperlocal
Every reader is Cotswolds-based or has a genuine connection to the area. No broad national scatter — your message reaches the people who actually live, work, and spend here.
Limited placements
Each issue carries one Lead Sponsor and one Mid Issue Feature. Your brand isn't buried in a page of ads — placements are finite by design.
Editorial trust
Our CD Picks and honest business reviews build genuine reader trust. That credibility extends to the brands we choose to work with.
Get in at the start
We are offering reduced prices throughout 2026 while the Cotswold Digest audience continues to grow. Advertising rates will increase for new bookings after this period.
Newsletter sponsorships
Sent every Thursday. One Lead Sponsor slot and one Mid Issue Feature slot per issue.
Lead Sponsor
2026 founding rate
- ✓Header placement — first thing readers see
- ✓"Presented by" branding throughout
- ✓150-word feature with logo and link
- ✓Social media mention the same week
Mid Issue Feature
2026 founding rate
- ✓Mid-newsletter placement
- ✓100 words with image and link
Monthly Newsletter Partnership
Coming 2027
Planned for 2027. Package details and pricing to be confirmed.
Check the availability calendar before enquiring. View availability →
Website advertising
A placement on cotswolddigest.com at a flat monthly rate, with position chosen during enquiry to suit your business and audience.
- ✓ Homepage, village, category or events placement
- ✓ Your image, short message and website link
- ✓ Placement in one selected area
- ✓ Rotation with no more than ten advertisers
- ✓ £10 monthly price retained while continuously active
2026 introductory rate
per month
Place listings
Choose Standard this year and lock in its rate for as long as your listing remains active.
Basic
- ✓Business name
- ✓Location
- ✓Category
- ✓Short editorial introduction
- ✓Option to claim and manage your listing
Standard
- ✓Full profile — description, credentials and highlights
- ✓Photographs of your business, property or work
- ✓Contact details, website and social media
- ✓Location map pin, hours or service area
- ✓Claimed business badge
- ✓No ads on your page — ever
- ✓3-month minimum term
Premium
Standard place listings have no page ads and require a three-month minimum commitment. Premium is planned for 2027; its package details and pricing are to be confirmed.
Businesses taking ongoing Website Advertising or a Standard place listing during 2026 will keep their founding monthly price for as long as the package remains continuously active. Newsletter sponsorship prices apply to bookings made during 2026.
Trades & services directory
For plumbers, builders, electricians, gardeners and other local service businesses. Trade listings describe services and areas covered; place listings describe somewhere to visit.
Basic is free and includes your business name, location, category and a short editorial introduction. Standard is £10/month with a three-month minimum (£30 total minimum commitment), adding a fuller profile, contact details, photographs, working hours and supplied credentials.
Premium is coming in 2027. Package details and pricing are to be confirmed.
View trade listing options →How it works
Browse & choose
Review the options below or on our advertise page. Check the availability calendar for newsletter slots.
Send an enquiry
Use the enquiry form at cotswolddigest.com/advertise. No commitment — we'll come back to you within 24 hours.
We confirm & brief you
We confirm availability, send you a simple brief, and agree dates. Newsletter sponsors get a word count and image spec.
You send assets
Provide your copy, logo, and any images. We handle layout and will send a preview for your approval before the issue goes out.
Live on Thursday
Your ad goes out with the weekly newsletter or your listing goes live in the directory. Newsletter sponsors receive a summary after each issue.
FAQs
What format do I need ad copy in?
Plain text for the copy, PNG or JPG for images (minimum 1200px wide), and a URL to link to. We'll handle the layout.
How much notice do I need to give for a newsletter sponsorship?
We ask for at least 5 working days' notice before the issue date so we have time to lay it out and send you a preview.
Can I see a draft before it goes out?
Yes — we always send a preview for newsletter sponsors before the issue is sent. You can request small amends at that stage.
Is there a minimum commitment for newsletter sponsorships?
No minimum for Lead Sponsor or Mid Issue Feature per-issue bookings. The Monthly Newsletter Partnership is planned for 2027 and is not available to book yet.
What's the cancellation policy for directory listings?
Standard listings require a three-month minimum commitment. After that, cancel anytime with one month's notice. New Premium packages are planned for 2027, with terms to be confirmed. Existing agreements are unchanged.
Do you offer bespoke partnerships?
Yes — if you're looking for something outside the standard products (sponsored content, competitions, village guides) get in touch and we'll discuss options.
I have a CD Pick or editorial review — is that the same as advertising?
No. CD Picks are editorial and entirely independent. We don't accept payment for inclusion on the Our Picks page or for editorial reviews.
Ready to advertise?
Check availability and make an enquiry. We respond within 24 hours and there's no commitment at this stage.
Or email us directly at hello@cotswolddigest.com
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Media Kit 2026 · All prices inclusive of no VAT · Subject to availability