Why is SpaceandPeople more expensive than Negotiables?
Pop-up retail space in UK shopping centres - Bullring Birmingham specialist
Overview
This guide expands on a common question SpaceandPeople 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
SpaceandPeople is a broad marketplace. 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 rights to 370+ premium UK/Germany venues
- ✓Bullring Birmingham specialist (577,000 weekly footfall)
- ✓63.5M weekly footfall across all UK venues
Limitation: Shopping centre-only (no independent venues)
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Strengths
- •Exclusive rights to 370+ premium UK/Germany venues
- •Bullring Birmingham specialist (577,000 weekly footfall)
- •63.5M weekly footfall across all UK venues
- •Rock Up and Pop Up full-service solution
- •290+ retailers booked monthly
- •30+ years experience in retail space
- •Insurance and documentation handled
Limitations
- •Shopping centre-only (no independent venues)
- •High minimum costs (£100-300/day minimum)
- •Restrictive venue design criteria
- •Limited to high-street retail
- •Requires £10M public liability insurance
- •Significant documentation requirements
- •Business rates may apply on top of rent
- •Long lead times for kiosk design approval
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | Negotiables | Competitor |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Cost | £7-17/day (based on £200-500/month) | £100-300/day minimum |
| Venue Types | Cafes, galleries, boutiques, creative spaces | Shopping centres only |
| Minimum Commitment | 1 day | 1-3 months typical |
| Footfall | Varies (200-5,000/day) | Very high (577k/week Bullring) |
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 SpaceandPeople if:
- •Established retail brands testing Birmingham market
- •Product-based businesses (jewellery, accessories, food)
- •Seasonal retailers (Christmas markets, gift shops)
- •Brands with £5,000+ monthly budget
- •Businesses wanting Bullring's prestige and footfall
Common Questions
Why is SpaceandPeople more expensive than Negotiables?
SpaceandPeople specializes in premium shopping centre locations like Bullring, charging £100-300/day (£3,000-9,000/month). Negotiables offers diverse Birmingham venues at £200-500/month, better for brands building awareness before investing in shopping centres.
Is SpaceandPeople only for shopping centres?
Yes - 100% shopping centre focused. They don't offer independent venues, creative spaces, or community locations. Negotiables provides 50+ diverse Birmingham venues including Digbeth creative spaces, Jewellery Quarter boutiques, and city centre cafes.
Final Verdict
SpaceandPeople is a subscription platform with 370 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
Why is SpaceandPeople more expensive than Negotiables?
SpaceandPeople specializes in premium shopping centre locations like Bullring, charging £100-300/day (£3,000-9,000/month). Negotiables offers diverse Birmingham venues at £200-500/month, better for brands building awareness before investing in shopping centres.
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