thebestof Eastbourne
  • FOUNDRY
    78, The Beacon
    Eastbourne
    BN21 3NW
Running a solid local business but finding visibility tougher than ever? You’re not alone. Costs are rising, competition is stronger, and customers are more cautious. That’s why thebestof Eastbourne helps you build reputation, raise visibility and connect through the community, so your marketing in Eastbourne delivers real enquiries.

Reviews that win business

In local business, reviews are essential. More than 90% of people check them before deciding who to buy from, and displaying them can increase conversions by over 200%. We pull your best reviews from platforms like Google, TripAdvisor, Trustpilot and Checkatrade and display them all in one place. That snapshot of your reputation builds trust and helps turn attention into enquiries.
 
Our Reputation Builder is ideal for businesses with aspirations. If you have been delivering good service but not seeing the reviews you deserve, we will help you harvest that feedback and turn it into a visible asset that works for you.
“Using thebestof Eastbourne’s review cards has been a game-changer for us. It’s made collecting reviews easy and helped us reach over 200 glowing customer reviews!” –
Kevin G, The Rosy Lee

Eastbourne’s Local Champion

You want to work with people who understand business. David Ruddle became a company director at just 22 and brings over 25 years of experience, including 15 years at the helm of thebestof Eastbourne. His vision was to create a cost-effective solution for local businesses, not another high-priced marketing agency. With initiatives like Buy Local, Charity of the Day and Business Boost, your business is linked with the town’s heartbeat, building trust and loyalty that advertising alone cannot buy.

Be seen, not buried

You will never be lost in a crowd. Only a limited number of businesses are accepted in each category, so your profile stands out with recent reviews, clear details and local activity. At the same time, you are also promoted within grouped categories such as Trades, Health & Wellbeing and Business Services, giving you selective positioning with wider reach.

Show up with proof

Advertising gets you noticed but reviews are what convince people to choose you. When potential customers check you out, they do not just see your advert, they see proof from real people. By combining visibility with trusted reviews, your marketing in Eastbourne works harder and your advertising delivers stronger results.

Support that delivers

Our job is not to reinvent your business, it is to amplify what you are already brilliant at. Everything we do is designed to build visibility, grow reputation and help you move forward without wasting money on short-term fixes. We start by helping you identify your goals, then show you how to use our platform and campaigns to achieve them. As marketing evolves, we trial new tools and approaches ourselves and share what works, so you benefit from fresh, practical tactics without the trial and error.
 
Here’s how that looks in practice:
 
  • No long-term contracts. You stay because it works, like members who have been with us for over a decade 
  • Packages for every stage, including invitation-only support for start-ups and aspiring Reputation Builders 
  • Reviews that unlock PR milestones so you can celebrate success publicly 
  • Networking and marketing workshops where you share challenges and gain peer insights you can act on 
  • A profile shaped for SEO in Eastbourne, plus guidance on content and SEO in Eastbourne so every effort adds up 
  • Help making your advertising in Eastbourne convert by backing up your message with visible proof 
  • Flexible promotion that scales up or down as your goals change
“It’s the personal touch that makes the difference. Since joining, I’ve had great support, excellent exposure and a real sense that they care about helping my business grow.” – Dave, Southern Fire Risk Assessments

Trusted support

With a commitment to Buy Local, you also gain connections across Eastbourne’s wider business network. Through our partners you can access trusted advice, funding guidance, media exposure and practical support when you need it most. These include:
  • Build and Thrive 
  • DigiFest 
  • East Sussex Growth Hub 
  • Eastbourne Business Show 
  • Eastbourne Chamber of Commerce 
  • EDEAL 
  • Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) 
  • Radio DGH

Raise your profile

If you already look after your customers but want more people to see and choose you, this is for you. Call David on 07957 806577 or use the pop-up form. You will also receive our Power of Reviews guide and a simple plan to put it to work in your business.
 
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