Last updated: October 2025
The Hove Christmas Trail is a local festive initiative organised by Digital Freelancer and Social Galaxy to support and promote independent businesses in Hove. By participating (as a customer or business), you agree to the following terms:
The Hove Christmas Trail encourages customers to visit participating stores, check in via QR codes or digital links, and earn entries into a community prize draw.
The campaign is open to UK residents aged 16 or over.
One check-in per business location is allowed per participant.
Business participation is open to independent shops, cafés, salons, and local services within Hove.
Participants must register or submit check-ins via the official form or check-in web app.
Each unique store visit counts as one entry.
The final prize draw will be held after the campaign ends, and winners will be selected randomly.
Winners will be contacted via the email address provided.
Prizes may include vouchers, hampers, and donated items from participating businesses.
No cash alternatives will be offered.
Prizes must be collected within 14 days of notification.
Participating businesses agree to feature on both digital and printed maps, display a QR code poster, and host check-ins during the campaign.
The participation fee (£125) covers inclusion in both the print and digital campaigns and associated promotional assets.
Businesses may optionally contribute a prize donation for added marketing exposure.
Participants’ names, emails, and check-in data are collected solely for prize draw administration.
See our Privacy Policy for full details on data protection and storage.
The organisers are not responsible for:
Technical issues affecting submissions or QR scanning.
Errors or omissions in third-party prize donations.
Any damages, losses, or injuries arising from participation.
The organisers reserve the right to amend, extend, or cancel the campaign in the event of unforeseen circumstances.
Any updates will be published on the official campaign website and social channels.
For all enquiries related to these Terms & Conditions:
📧 hovetrail@gmail.com