Creativia Marketing (also known as Nick Price Creatives) is the agency responsible for the creative marketing and promotion of Heart of the Shires Shopping Village. Based in Northamptonshire, they have managed the shopping village’s branding and events since March 2018.
Marketing Services for Heart of the Shires
Creativia provides a full suite of promotional services to support the village’s independent retailers:
Event Organisation & Promotion: Managing major events such as the Food Festival, Mother’s Day celebrations, Easter Egg Hunts, and seasonal Scarecrow events.
Digital Presence: Managing the official website and Facebook page, including regular updates on new retailer openings like Pixels & Plastic Co..
Brand Development: Creating bespoke logos and visual identities for specific on-site businesses, such as The Plant Barn and The Dog Barn.
Content Creation: Producing promotional videos, copywriting for press releases, and managing social media campaigns to highlight the village’s “relaxed atmosphere” and “unique experience”.
Current Projects (2026)
As of April 2026, Creativia is actively promoting several new developments at the site:
Expansion of The Tea Room: Promoting the launch of The Tea Room and The Tea Room Too, which provide increased capacity and new food options for visitors.
May Bank Holiday Event: Organising a large-scale event for Saturday 2nd May 2026, combining elements of a traditional fayre and food festival.
Retailer Support: Ongoing promotion of the village’s diverse range of independent shops, from boutiques to a specialist garden centre.
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