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Advertise

Reach 15,000 Norwich homes and businesses

Printed, posted and picked up — Handy Magazine delivers trusted, long-lasting, great-value advertising that puts your business where it matters.

  • Owned and created locally
  • 15,000+ copies printed locally
  • Low-cost advertising
  • Free professional ad design
  • Trusted by locals
  • Delivered with the post

Why advertise?

Get your business into the hands of local people. Handy Magazine reaches real homes, not screens – making it ideal for small businesses looking for long-term recognition.

Proven results

Repeat advertising works, and the stats prove it. In 2023, 95% of advertisers booked two or more issues. Of those advertising in four issues, 100% returned for more.

Be trusted

Handy Magazine is part of the community. We’re locally made and owned, which offers a layer of credibility and authenticity – by advertising with us, you become a part of our community.

Local news from around Norwich

Each issue features local news from Costessey, Hellesdon and beyond – keeping our readers connected with their community. Have a news story to share?

Lifestyle articles in every issue

We bring you home and lifestyle articles in every issue, covering interiors, gardening, health, finance, and more – offering inspiration for everyday living.

Find things to do locally

Find out what’s happening locally with our What’s On section, or stay in and enjoy tasty, easy-to-follow recipes from celebrities or a local foodie.

Competitions and puzzles

Have fun with our competitions and puzzles – from brain-teasers to prize draws, there’s always something to challenge and entertain in each issue.


DELIVERY

Handy Magazine has two editions: Costessey and Hellesdon. Both are delivered free with the post, reaching a combined total of 15,000 homes and businesses.

  • Costessey: 7,500 copies
  • Hellesdon: 7,500 copies
  • Pick up points at community centres in both areas
  • Total: 15,000+ copies

PREMIUM PAGES

Our high-visibility pages are perfect for attracting attention; the inside cover, back cover, centre pages and first few pages attract the highest attention, so could be the perfect place for your business. Contact us for rates and availability.

ADVERTORIALS

Providing an advertorial is a great way to provide value to Handy Magazine readers while promoting your business at the same time. Please get in touch for more info and availability.

FREE ADVERT DESIGN

Take advantage of our FREE advert design service. It’s backed by over 20 years graphic design experience, ensuring complete satisfaction with readability, quality and effectiveness. Additionally, you’re free to use the advert in any other publication.


ADVERTISING RATES

RATES PER EDITION
EIGHTH PAGE
63mm(w) x 61mm(h)
£29 per issue
SIXTH PAGE
63mm(w) x 92mm(h)
£36 per issue
QUARTER PAGE
63mm(w) x 92mm(h)
£49 per issue
HALF PAGE
128mm(w) x 92mm(h)
£91 per issue
FULL PAGE
148mm(w) x 210mm(h)
(Please add 3mm bleed)
£161 per issue

PAYMENT & DISCOUNTS

We know running a small business is tough, that’s why we offer discounts for block bookings and flexible payment options. Can’t pay block bookings up front? Just ask us for other options.

ADVERTISING DEADLINES

ISSUEDEADLINE
Feb/MarJAN 9th 2026
Delivers early Feb
Apr/MayMAR 6th 2026
Delivers early Apr
Jun/JulMAY 8th 2026
Delivers early Jun
Aug/SepJUL 4th 2025
Delivers early Aug
Oct/NovSEP 5th 2025
Delivers early Oct
Dec/JanOCT 31st 2025
Delivers early Dec


“The quality of the magazine is extremely impressive.”

Paul – Paul Thomson Arboricultural

“Brilliant local magazine, the perfect way of advertising my own small business!!”

Abby – The Fern Garden

“It’s brought so much more work in from that side of the city.”

Richard – Rugs2Riches

“Handy is fast becoming my best performing magazine this year!”

Kevin – GutterPro Norfolk

Get a quote and book

Please complete the form below to send us your booking info, we will send a confirmation or request further information usually within 24 hours. Please check your junk mail for replies.

 

Please note: Any special offers will be applied, and you will only be invoiced after we’ve confirmed your booking.

 

 

Artwork upload

Please upload your artwork or send us any files we may need to create your design. Artwork specifications: Artwork should be provided in CMYK and 300dpi. PDF, JPG or TIFF file formats accepted. For full page artwork, please include 3mm bleed around each edge and keep text away from the edge of the page. Artwork not meeting these specifications will be adjusted and sent to you for approval.

Click or drag files to this area to upload. You can upload up to 10 files.

Alternatively, you can email us here.