Answers — Advertising
How do I advertise in The Parson?
Email ads@theparson.co.uk to book your advert in the next issue. We publish monthly and print in full colour. Formats include quarter, third, half, full page and double-page spread. Prices are per issue, with discounts for repeated adverts, charitable causes and eligible local businesses in SW6. For deadlines and artwork guidance, please email the team.
What are the advertising rates and sizes?
Display adverts are priced per issue and printed in full colour. Current rates and print sizes:
| Format | Price (per issue) | Size (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| DPS | £2,500 | 548 × 332 |
| Full page | £1,500 | 264 × 332 |
| Half page | £800 | 264 × 166 |
| Third page | £600 | 165 × 200 |
| Quarter page | £400 | 135 × 165 |
Prices may update between issues — check the rate card before booking.
Do local SW6 businesses get a discount?
Yes. Businesses and individuals in SW6 3, SW6 4 and SW6 5 receive a 25% local discount on display advertising prices. Mention your postcode when booking via ads@theparson.co.uk.
Can I choose where my advert appears?
We do not offer preferred positions. Adverts are placed throughout the paper, never adjacent to each other, and not on the front or back cover. This protects reader experience and overall performance.
What artwork sizes do you accept?
Prepare artwork to the sizes shown above. For file formats, bleed and colour management, email ads@theparson.co.uk and the team will confirm the current specification and deadlines.
Do you offer advertorial articles?
Yes. We produce bespoke advertorial articles for products, services, and businesses. All advertorial pieces are clearly labelled as such when printed, as legally required. Current advertorial rates:
| Format | Price (per issue) | Approx. length |
|---|---|---|
| DPS | £3,000 | ~2,000 words, 4–6 images |
| Full page | £2,000 | ~1,000 words, 2–3 images |
| Half page | £1,000 | ~500 words, 1–2 images |
| Third page | £750 | ~300 words, 1 image |
| Quarter page | £500 | ~200 words, 1 image |
To discuss an advertorial, email ads@theparson.co.uk.