A Simple Summer Promotion!
Get a promotional boost this Summer on our website and social media. For the special rate of just £35 we’re offering:
A medium hyperlinked banner (263px x 204px) on our website homepage for 2x weeks (we offer a free website banner layout service if you’d like it).
A ‘Business Spotlight’ post on our website (a great opportunity to showcase your business).
A dedicated social media post all about you on our Instagram, Facebook and Threads feeds.
Get in touch at [email protected] to book your promotion or for an informal chat.
*Offer ends on the 30th September 2026 and is subject to availability. Your business spotlight and social media posts must be used within the two week duration that your website banner is live. Family Grapevine terms and conditions apply to all bookings.
Essential information when parents need it most
In print, online and across social media, the Family Grapevine is a free magazine and trusted online source of essential local information for families in West Kent.
We feature hundreds of local businesses, services, activities and events, supported by family‑focused editorial content and some great competitions. Our strong identity and loyal readership mean families return to us repeatedly, giving your business consistent, repeated exposure.
We publish and distribute thousands of print copies three times a year – in March, July and November – to primary schools, nurseries, libraries, day care centres, GP surgeries, leisure centres, local groups and many other family‑focused venues. Each edition has a four‑month shelf life and is available as a fully hyperlinked online version on our website too. Schools that do not receive physical copies are sent the online link for inclusion in their parent communications.
Our website is updated all year round with events, local information and family‑focused business listings. It also hosts online promotions, web banners, news and editorial content for our advertisers.
We maintain an active social media presence on Facebook, Instagram, Threads and X, providing an additional platform to complement and enhance your advertising booking.
Extensive circulation, a reliable print & online presence
- Personal distribution across West Kent – every print magazine is hand‑delivered throughout our area
- Our Online edition is shared with schools – we send links to schools without print copies for inclusion in
newsletters and parent updates - Our Hyperlinked online version is available anytime – families can view and download the magazine directly from our website
- Print copies are distributed to key community venues – including libraries, GP surgeries, family hubs and leisure centres
- Direct reach to new parents – through toddler groups, pre‑schools and children’s centres
- Year‑round digital presence – our website and social media platforms actively promote advertisers and share
up‑to‑date family information
Why advertise with The Family Grapevine?
Advertising with us gives you access to thousands of families across West Kent who are actively looking for services like yours. We give your business strong visibility through our print magazine, website and social media channels, helping local families discover what you offer.
Build awareness
Advertising gets your name in front of local families and keeps it there. Each time someone sees your advert, it reinforces recognition and increases the likelihood they’ll choose you when they need what you offer.
Long shelf life
Our print magazine isn’t something parents glance at and discard. They keep it for reference and pick up new editions as information is regularly updated. With a four‑month shelf life, each advert delivers strong value for money and sustained exposure.
Find new customers
New families move into the area all the time, creating fresh demand. Changing lifestyles and disposable income also generate new footfall and opportunities for your business.
Generate repeat business
People need regular reminders that you’re here. Consistent advertising keeps your name top‑of‑mind so they turn to you first when they need your products or services.
Gain a competitive advantage
Only a limited number of customers are ready to buy at any given moment. Advertising gives you an edge over competitors who don’t promote themselves or rely on less effective marketing. Our most consistent advertisers tend to be our most successful, which is why we offer discounted rates for booking a series of adverts in consecutive issues.
Magazine advertising
When you advertise in our magazine your advert appears in both our print and our online editions, giving you exposure to a wide and diverse network of families. As a magazine advertiser you’ll also receive:
• FREE online promotion on our website
• FREE advert layout service if you would like support creating your advert
• FREE enhanced online business listing
• FREE editorial posts on our website about you and your business
• FREE dedicated social media posts across our social media feeds
Website & social media advertising
If you prefer to channel your marketing into online advertising, we offer homepage web banners all year round with three size options. Every banner links directly to your website or chosen URL, and includes free social media sharing. The minimum booking period is just one week.
If you’d rather focus solely on social media, our standalone posts appear on both Facebook and Instagram and are tailored to your target audience. Your Facebook post will be boosted and targeted to ensure strong visibility and engagement (please ask us about single paid social media posts).
Short term promotions
If you’re looking for a quick promotional online and social media boost, ideal for an upcoming event or sales push, we’re currently offering all of the following for just £35.00 (longer options are available).
• a large 2x week hyperlinked banner on our website
• a spotlight on your business article on our website
• a free boosted social media post
For information on magazine or website advert sizes and rates, please email us at [email protected] and we’ll be very pleased to forward you more information without any obligation.
