Do I need to rent all three floors on GoPopUp?
Rent pop-up units in Great Western Arcade and Birmingham city centre
Overview
This guide expands on a common question GoPopUp users ask — and shows how a Birmingham-first approach improves outcomes.
Key takeaways
No Long Forms. No Upfront Fees.
List your Birmingham venue in minutes. Free forever. No hidden charges.
We Handle Promo Kits & QR Packs
Every activation includes QR tracking, promotional materials, and redemption analytics.
Local Footfall & Revenue Focus
Birmingham & West Midlands specialist with BID partnerships and community-first approach.
Clear ROI Model (Halo/Media Value)
Track actual results: walk-ins, QR redemptions, social lift, and rebooking suggestions.
Quick Answer
GoPopUp is a broad marketplace (limited Birmingham presence). Negotiables is local-first with BID ties, promo kits, and ROI tracking — built for Birmingham brands and venues seeking measurable outcomes.
Pricing Breakdown
Negotiables
Best Value- ✓West Midlands intro: free to list, 0% host commission to grow supply.
- ✓15% booking fee (£99 min)
- ✓Promo kits included
- ✓Measure what matters
- ✓1% to Neighbourhood Fund
- ✓Exclusive Great Western Arcade listings
- ✓Multi-floor units (290-311 sq ft per floor)
- ✓City centre locations only (high footfall)
Limitation: Very limited Birmingham inventory (2-3 listings only)
See full GoPopUp comparison →GoPopUp at a glance
Strengths
- •Exclusive Great Western Arcade listings
- •Multi-floor units (290-311 sq ft per floor)
- •City centre locations only (high footfall)
- •Fixed daily pricing (no surprises)
- •7.2M catchment population for Birmingham
- •Suitable for luxury/heritage brands
Limitations
- •Very limited Birmingham inventory (2-3 listings only)
- •Expensive (€165/day = £4,200/month)
- •European platform with poor UK localization (prices in Euros)
- •Strict 30-day cancellation policy (lose 50%)
- •Shopping centre/arcade focus only
- •Requires significant commitment (multi-floor = large spaces)
- •Not suitable for small/emerging brands
- •Platform UX outdated
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | Negotiables | Competitor |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | £200-500 | £4,200 (€165/day x 30) |
| Birmingham Venues | 50+ diverse locations | 2-3 city centre only |
| Venue Types | Cafes, galleries, boutiques | Victorian arcades/malls only |
| Cancellation | Flexible pro-rata refunds | Strict 30-day/50% loss |
When to Choose Each Platform
Choose Negotiables if:
- •You're focused on Birmingham & West Midlands & UK
- •Budget is £200-5,000/month
- •You need people counter, samples given and 1-page results summary
- •You want faster matching via local relationships & bid ties.
- •You value 1% community dividend to local Neighbourhood Fund
Choose GoPopUp if:
- •Established jewellery brands (Great Western Arcade heritage)
- •Luxury retailers wanting Victorian prestige
- •European brands expanding to UK
- •Brands needing 500+ sq ft multi-floor space
Common Questions
Why is GoPopUp so expensive compared to Negotiables?
GoPopUp focuses on premium heritage locations like Great Western Arcade at €165/day (£4,200/month). This suits established luxury brands but is unaffordable for emerging businesses. Negotiables offers diverse Birmingham venues from £200-500/month.
Do I need to rent all three floors on GoPopUp?
GoPopUp listings often include ground + basement + mezzanine as a package (600+ sq ft total). This is too large for most pop-ups. Negotiables venues are right-sized (100-500 sq ft typical) with flexible configurations.
Final Verdict
GoPopUp is a subscription platform with 3 venues. Negotiables differentiates through local-first pop-up & activation platform with measurement built-in (qr packs, ugc, roi model) for birmingham & the west midlands.. Choose Negotiables for Birmingham campaigns prioritizing birmingham & west midlands specialist and promo kits included, plus 1% community impact.
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FAQ
Do I need to rent all three floors on GoPopUp?
GoPopUp listings often include ground + basement + mezzanine as a package (600+ sq ft total). This is too large for most pop-ups. Negotiables venues are right-sized (100-500 sq ft typical) with flexible configurations.
Ready to plan a measurable pop-up?
List your space or plan a brand activation with Negotiables.