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Portals for Communities & Businesses
Choose Your Dedicated Portal
Put Your Organisation at the Heart of Your Local Area
Connect directly with residents in your local area, in every town we have rolled out to so far. Select the portal crafted for your needs below.
Clubs • Councils • Charities • GroupsAvailable Across the UK
Community Portal
Free to start
Bring people together, organise events, and grow your local membership.
Tired of getting lost among thousands of social media pages, cluttered group chats, or paying steep organizer platform fees? Give yourselves a dedicated, ad-free local home where neighbours can easily discover, join, and engage.
Who is this for?
Perfect for town & parish councils, residents' associations, civic committees, sports & running clubs, charities & volunteer teams, community centres & village halls, PTAs & youth groups, senior networks, arts & cultural societies, allotment & green initiatives, and local hobby circles.
What you get:
Group & Member ManagementCreate open or private groups, assign moderator roles, and keep members connected in one place.
Events & Meetup RSVPsSchedule regular get-togethers or one-off events with automated reminders and attendee headcounts.
Community Deals & PerksPublish partner deals, community discounts, and exclusive member perks for your followers.
Community Blogs & StoriesWrite and publish blog posts, announcements, and local stories directly to neighbourhood readers.
Local Q&A & Community AdviceAnswer resident questions, share local knowledge, and connect with neighbours seeking recommendations.
Volunteer Roles & Local JobsRecruit local volunteers, committee helpers, and community staff without agency or listing fees.
Local Businesses • Dining • ServicesAvailable Across the UK
Business Portal
Free to start
Sell on the local marketplace, run exclusive deals, and turn neighbours into regular customers.
Stop burning ad budget on low-converting social media clicks. Reach high-intent local residents actively searching for nearby services, food, and deals right in your neighbourhood. You also get a full marketplace to sell your offerings directly.
Who is this for?
Perfect for independent cafés, restaurants, retailers, tradespeople, hair & beauty salons, wellness studios, professional services, and venues. Built to support multiple businesses, branches, and diverse commercial types in every area we cover.
What you get:
Verified Business ShowcaseDisplay your credentials, opening hours, photos, menus, and service catalogues with high-authority local SEO.
Full Local Marketplace & StorefrontSell products, food items, or service packages directly to nearby customers through your dedicated local shopfront.
Exclusive Deals & Flash OffersPublish flash discounts and off-peak promotions that local residents can discover and claim on the spot.
Local Recruitment & JobsPost vacancies, apprenticeships, and freelance gigs directly to motivated local talent without hefty recruiter fees.
Promote Events & WorkshopsPromote tasting nights, masterclasses, seasonal pop-ups, and live entertainment to your local audience.
Direct Customer Inquiries & ChatAnswer customer questions in real time through instant chat before they visit, order, or book.
Explore the Capabilities
Two Complete Ecosystems for Your Local Reach
Compare the features available on the Community Hub and the Hyperlocal Marketplace.
Community Hub & Social
Connect & Organise with Your Town
Run groups, host meetups, publish local stories, answer questions, and share exclusive member perks.
Groups & Member Clubs
Launch public or private groups with member discussions, announcements, and role permissions.
Events & Meetup RSVPs
Host local meetups, classes, and gatherings with real-time RSVP counts and automated reminders.
Community Blogs & Stories
Publish news, articles, and club stories directly to local residents in your area and throughout the UK.
Local Q&A & Advice
Answer questions from local residents, share insider neighbourhood advice, and build local trust.
Community Deals & Perks
Publish exclusive member perks, partner discounts, and community privileges for your followers.
Volunteer Roles & Jobs
Recruit local helpers, committee members, and volunteer staff without agency or listing costs.
Community Portal
Set up your groups, events, blogs and Q&A in minutes, live once reviewed.
Hyperlocal Marketplace
Sell Directly to Your Neighbourhood
Showcase products, takeaway menus, service packages, and flash deals with direct checkout.
Artisan & Retail Products
Sell physical items, handcrafted gifts, and boutique products directly to local buyers with simple checkout.
Food, Menus & Provisions
Showcase dining menus, takeaway dishes, daily bakery items, and deli goods for local discovery and orders.
Services & Experience Packages
List fixed-price trade services, wellness treatments, and workshops with clear pricing and easy inquiries.
Exclusive Deals & Offers
Publish flash discounts and off-peak promotions that local residents can discover and claim on the spot.
Local Recruitment & Jobs
Post vacancies, apprenticeships, and freelance gigs directly to motivated local talent without recruiter fees.
Verified SEO Showcase
High-authority local directory presence with opening hours, customer chat, and footfall analytics.
Business Portal
Build your storefront, deals and service catalog in minutes, live once reviewed.
Decision Guide
Which Portal is Right for You?
Choose the platform tailored to your organisation's primary goal. You can also register on both if you operate a business and run a community.
Choose Community Portal if:
For non-commercial groups and social organizers- Civic & Community Hubs: Town & parish councils, residents' & tenants' associations, civic committees, community centres, village halls, or PTAs
- Sports & Active Clubs: Sports clubs, running groups, outdoor bootcamps, cycling collectives, martial arts, and fitness clubs
- Arts, Culture & Hobbies: Choirs, theatre troupes, music ensembles, book circles, photography clubs, gaming & craft societies
- Charities & Green Causes: Non-profits, volunteer networks, food banks, allotment societies, green initiatives, and senior support groups
- Your Features: Organise meetups & RSVPs, publish blogs, post member perks, host neighbourhood Q&As, and recruit local volunteers
Choose Business Portal if:
For commercial businesses, services, and venues- Food, Drink & Hospitality: Independent cafés, restaurants, bakeries, pubs, street food vendors, and catering services
- Retail & Local Makers: Boutiques, artisan shops, bookshops, florists, markets, and specialty stores
- Trades & Services: Plumbers, electricians, decorators, mechanics, hair & beauty salons, wellness studios, clinics, accountants, and event venues
- Multi-Business Support: Built to support multiple businesses, branches, franchises, and diverse commercial types in every area we cover
- Your Features: Verified business credentials, full marketplace storefront to sell offerings, exclusive deals, job vacancies, and direct customer chat
| Aspect | Community Portal | Business Portal |
|---|---|---|
| Core Purpose | Bring people together around shared interests, activities, or civic causes | Attract customers, drive sales, fill bookings, and grow revenue |
| Typical Examples | Town & parish councils, residents' & tenants' associations, sports clubs, charities, PTAs, arts collectives, hobby circles | Verified profile, local marketplace to sell offerings, promotional deals, job vacancies, customer inquiries, analytics |
| Key Capabilities | Groups, events & RSVPs, community deals, blogs, Q&A, volunteer & job roles | Verified profile, service catalogues, promotional deals, job vacancies, customer inquiries, analytics |
| Management Portal | Dedicated community dashboard (communities.thesocialmartini.com) | Dedicated business portal (business.thesocialmartini.com) |
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