We're still collecting donations
On the 28th February 2025 we'd raised £2,275 with 38 supporters in 72 days. But as every pound matters, we're continuing to collect donations from supporters.
Visit Knowle Community App
by Nick Lyons in Solihull, West Midlands, United Kingdom
Total raised £2,327
raised so far41
supportersBack your village! We’re raising £12K to launch an app packed with offers for residents to support local businesses & visit knowle.
by Nick Lyons in Solihull, West Midlands, United Kingdom
We’re Crowdfunding £12,000 to Transform Knowle’s High Street!
Help us launch the Visit Knowle Community App, a game-changer for residents and local businesses alike. For just £3–£4 a month, residents will gain access to over 50 exclusive offers from our amazing independent businesses—bringing footfall to the high street exactly when it’s needed most.
This app will also fund Visit Knowle’s vital work, enabling us to deliver even more for our community. Together, we can secure the future of Knowle’s high street and keep it thriving.
What Does Visit Knowle Do for Our Community? (Please visit our website for further information)
- Events: Bringing back Party in the Park, bustling artisan markets, we create events that bring people together while boosting footfall for local businesses.
- Business Support: We provide networking opportunities, photoshoots, advocate with local councils, marketing support, and support / connect independent businesses in every way we can. Soon to residents through this app ;)
- Street Scene Improvements: Stunning hanging baskets, sparkling Christmas lights, and welcoming signage—making Knowle a destination to be proud of.
- Marketing: With 900+ social media posts this year, we’ve reached hundreds of thousands, driving attention and customers to our village businesses.
How Will the App Help?
- Exclusive Resident Offers: Over 50+ discounts and promotions to encourage locals to shop and spend in Knowle. E.G. free sausage roll on Tuesday @ Eric Lyons, Free bag of chips Wednesday afternoon @ Knowle fish bar, Free pair of socks @ David Aitchison with purchases over £80... (all not confirmed)
- More than offers - walking routes, community events, social gatherings, to do, blogs...
- Sustainable Funding: App subscriptions will generate income to fund more events, marketing, and high-street improvements.
- Business Support: By driving footfall, we’ll help independent businesses continue to thrive.
Why we need your help?
With just £12,000, we can bring this app to life and supercharge Knowle’s future. Imagine the impact—more events, better marketing, and stronger support for the businesses that make our high street unique.
This is our opportunity to invest in our community’s future. Join us!
How You Can Help?
Make a Pledge Today
Every pledge counts—momentum is key to our success, so don’t delay!
Spread the Word
Share this project on your social media and encourage friends, family, and neighbours to get involved.
Offer Rewards
Local businesses can donate items or experiences as rewards for backers—we’ll shout you out on social media!
Run a Fundraiser
Got a fun idea for a sponsored activity? Let us know! Setting up your own fundraising page is quick and easy. This app is more than a digital tool—it’s an investment in Knowle’s future. With your support, we can achieve incredible things for our community.
Donate today and help us reach our goal. Together, we’ll create a high street that everyone can enjoy for years to come.
We are crowdfunding for an initial £12,000. If successful, we will be pushing the target to £15,000+. The money will be used as follows: £12,000 for app development and £8,000 for implementation, including marketing, onboarding businesses and setting up offers, customer service, and technical support to ensure the app’s success.
Rewards
This project offered rewards
£50 or more
Leave Your Mark. Knowle legends.
Be a Knowle Legend!
As a thank-you for your incredible donation, your name (or a loved one’s) will be proudly displayed on our Parklet—a beautiful bench and flowerbed in the heart of the high street (just outside Palmers).
This permanent showcase will honour our "Leave Your Mark" Legends, celebrating those who helped transform Knowle’s future.
Limited to 100 spots—don’t miss out!
Claim your place in the heart of Knowle today.
£5 or more
£5 off Piercings at the Tiny Tattoo Studio
Donate £5 or more and get £5 off any piercings at the Tiny Tattoo Studio, on Kenilworth Road, Knowle. Collect your voucher from Tom at the Tiny Tattoo Studio and book your appointment whilst there.
£5 or more
£5 Voucher from Bramble Bee Florists
Voucher for £5 off any flowers or Bouquets at Bramble Bee Florists, when you spend £25 or more.
Collect your voucher and order your floral bouquet or display with Cirian at Bramble Bee Florists, Earlswood Lakes and Craft Centre, Solihull
£10 or more
Back Your Village
Back Your Village
Support the Visit Knowle App and help our village thrive! Your donation will drive enhanced shopping opportunities, bigger and better community events, and sustainable support for local businesses through the app.
Every contribution brings us closer to transforming Knowle’s future.
£10 or more
£10 Bouncy Castle Hire Voucher
£10 voucher towards the cost of bouncy castle hire donated by B-Bounce Inflatables.
We will put you in contact with Lucy at B-Bounce Inflatables to enable you to arrange your voucher and plan your party or event.
£12 or more
Knowle Tote Bag
Receive a stylish Knowle Tote Bag as a thank-you for supporting our community! Perfect for shopping locally while showing your love for Knowle.
Please collect your bag from Love Property, and for visuals, visit the Visit Knowle website.
Limited to just 10 bags—grab yours now!
£15 or more
Knowle Print (mounted)
Donate £15 and receive a beautiful mounted print of Knowle as a thank-you for supporting the launch of the Visit Knowle App.
Please collect your print from Love Property, and for visuals, visit the Visit Knowle website.
Limited to just 10 prints—don’t miss out!
£15 or more
£15 Voucher for Physio & Health Matters
Voucher for £15 off any Physio and other treatments when you spend £25 or more at the Physio and Health Matters Practice in Knowle.
Collect your voucher and discuss your treatment needs with Kieren at the Physio and Health Matters Practice, 21D Station Road, Knowle.
£20 or more
Guided Heritage Walk
Step back in time with a 45-minute guided tour of Knowle led by a heritage expert. Discover the fascinating history and stories behind Knowle’s historic buildings and landmarks.
Perfect for history enthusiasts and anyone who loves our village’s rich heritage!
Limited spots available—don’t miss out!
Walks will be held on dates not yet confirmed. Multiple dates and months will be available.
£20 or more
Back Your VIllage
Back Your Village... an opportunity to donate towards the Visit Knowle App, and in turn help the village thrive with enhanced shopping opportunities and more (and bigger) local community events driven through the App and revenues generated.
£25 or more
Framed Print of Knowle (10x8 inch)
Donate £25 and receive a beautifully framed 10x8-inch print of Knowle as a thank-you for supporting the launch of the Visit Knowle App.
Showcase your love for our village with this stunning keepsake!
Limited to just 10 prints—claim yours now!
Please collect from Love Property. For visuals check Visit Knowle website.
£25 or more
£25 Bar Tab Voucher at the Dry Spy
Donate via this reward and enjoy a night out at the Dry Spy, with a £25 Bar Tab voucher towards your drinks bill.
Collect your voucher from Sonia at the Dry Spy.
£30 or more
Supporter Page Highlighted on our Website & App
Get your name, or a loved one’s, featured on our App Supporters Celebration Page on the Visit Knowle website.
This permanent tribute will showcase your support and commitment to helping Knowle thrive. Be part of the story!
£35 or more
Large Print of Knowle (mounted)
Donate and receive a large (16x12 inches) mounted print of Knowle as a thank-you for supporting the launch of the Visit Knowle App.
This stunning print makes a perfect addition to any home and showcases your contribution to Knowle’s future.
Please collect your print from Love Property.
£45 or more
Large Framed Print of Knowle
Donate £45 and receive a large framed print (16 x 12 inches) of Knowle as a thank-you for supporting the Visit Knowle App launch.
This beautiful framed print is a stunning keepsake that celebrates your support for Knowle’s future.
Please collect your print from Love Property.
£50 or more
£50 Voucher from GoCruise towards a Cruise Holiday
"Set Sail with Savings!"
Treat yourself to the adventure of a lifetime! This £50 voucher from GoCruise can be redeemed towards any cruise holiday, giving you the perfect excuse to explore new destinations and relax in style. Whether you're dreaming of sun-soaked beaches, cultural hotspots, or scenic ocean views, or a cruise down the rivers of Europe, this reward helps make your next getaway even more affordable.
Terms and conditions apply.
£50 or more
Residents Hanging Knitted Basket
Donate £50 and receive a unique hand-knitted hanging basket, just like the ones adorning our local high street shops. These baskets take 20+ hours of knitting by multiple volunteers to create! Perfect for display outside your home or in your garden.
Add a personal touch to your space while supporting Knowle’s growth and the Visit Knowle App launch!
£50 or more
Back Your Village
Back Your Village... an opportunity to donate towards the Visit Knowle App, and in turn help the village thrive with enhanced shopping opportunities and more (and bigger) local community events driven through the App and revenues generated.
£50 or more
Achill Spa Voucher
Donate £50 or more and receive a £50 Voucher from Achill Spa, in Hampton Road. You can use it towards beauty treatments or a Spa day experience of your choice. Please collect your voucher from Achill Spa.
£75 or more
Half a day in the Pride of Lyons Boardroom
Host your next business meeting in the Pride of Lyons Boardroom, equipped with a Samsung Frame 50-inch TV—perfect for presentations.
Enjoy unlimited tea, coffee, and flapjacks, WiFi, and seating for up to 8 people in a professional and comfortable setting.
Book for a date and time of your choice and make your meeting stand out!
£80 or more
Free Bouncy Castle Hire for a Day
Free Hire of a bouncy castle for one day, donated by B-Bounce Inflatables.
We will put you in contact with Lucy at B-Bounce Inflatables to enable you to arrange your voucher and plan your party or event.
£99 or more
4-week Subscription at Francesco Hair Salon
Receive a 4-week blow dry subscription (up to 2 blow drys a week for 4 weeks) at Fransesco's Hair Salon.
Collect your voucher from Danni at the Fransesco Hair Salon on Station Road.
£100 or more
Back Your Village
Back Your Village... an opportunity to donate towards the Visit Knowle App, and in turn help the village thrive with enhanced shopping opportunities and more (and bigger) local community events driven through the App and revenues generated.
£100 or more
£100 Bar Tab at the Dry Spy
Donate £100 via this reward and treat yourself and your friends to a night out at the Dry Spy, with a £100 Bar Tab.
Collect your voucher from Sonia at the Dry Spy.
£100 or more
Pary in the Park 4 x Adult Tickets Reward
For donating to this reward you will receive 4x Adult tickets to Knowle Party in the Park on Saturday 28th June 2025 valued at over £130
£200 or more
4 x corporate tickets for Solihull moors 08.02.25
Donate £200 and receive 4 corporate tickets for the Solihull Moors game against Oldham on 8th February!
Enjoy a 4-course meal and padded seats in the Directors’ area, all for just £50 per ticket—usually priced at £100 each!
This is a bargain for an unforgettable matchday experience, all while supporting the launch of the Visit Knowle App.
£200 or more
4 x corporate tickets for Solihull moors 21.04.25
Donate £200 and receive 4 corporate tickets for the Solihull Moors game against Boston on Easter Monday 21st April 2025! Enjoy a 4-course meal and padded seats in the Directors’ area, all for just £50 per ticket—usually priced at £100 each! This is a bargain for an unforgettable matchday experience, all while supporting the launch of the Visit Knowle App.
£250 or more
Back Your Village
Back Your Village... an opportunity to donate towards the Visit Knowle App, and in turn help the village thrive with enhanced shopping opportunities and more (and bigger) local community events driven through the App and revenues generated.
£250 or more
£500 Off Kitchens, Refurbs & Wardrobes!
No Thirtyone Kitchens and Bedrooms, Knowle, offers £500 off your next project: new kitchens, kitchen refurbishments (doors/worktops), or fitted wardrobes! Includes free design/consultation (min spend £5,000). Donate £250 to save £500—support the Visit Knowle Crowdfunder and upgrade your home at the same time. Its a win-win all around!
£500 or more
£1000 Off Kitchens, Refurbs & Wardrobes!
No Thirtyone Kitchens and Bedrooms, Knowle, offers £1000 off your next project: new kitchens, kitchen refurbishments (doors/worktops), or fitted wardrobes! Includes free design/consultation (min spend £10,000). Donate £500 to save £1000—support the Visit Knowle Crowdfunder and upgrade your home at the same time. Its a win-win all around!
£1,000 or more
£2000 Off Kitchens, Refurbs & Wardrobes!
No Thirtyone Kitchens and Bedrooms, Knowle, offers £2000 off your next project: new kitchens, kitchen refurbishments (doors/worktops), or fitted wardrobes! Includes free design/consultation (min spend £20,000). Donate £1000 to save £2000—support the Visit Knowle Crowdfunder and upgrade your home at the same time. Its a win-win all around!
£20 or more
£20 Eric Lyons Voucher
£20 voucher at Eric Lyons for Knowle or Bentley heath. We would love the app to come alive and support our local business! Collection between January 1st and February 1st from Knowle store.
£20 or more
£20 Voucher from Monica Bakes
Donate £20 or more and receive a £20 Voucher from Monica Bakes, in Station Road. You can use your voucher for items in the shop, or treat yourself or a loved one and put it towards one of Monica Bake's signature birthday or other celebration cakes that can be made to order. Please collect your voucher from Monica Bakes, Knowle shop.
£100 or more
Pary in the Park VIP Reward
For donating to this reward you will receive 2x Adult VIP tickets to Knowle Party in the Park on Saturday 28th June 2025 valued at over £130
£300 or more
£300 Sponsorship board at Knowle Village CC
Donate £300 and get your name or business featured on a Sponsorship Board at Knowle Village Cricket Club.
We love our local community and believe this app will help bring in new players, fans, and energy to the club. Show your support for both the app and the cricket club—let’s make it happen!