Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Marketing Partner in Skipton
Based in the Yorkshire Dales near Skipton, Manifest Marketing has been delivering professional marketing expertise since 1999. Our team combines decades of experience in publishing, media, and PR to create integrated marketing strategies tailored to local and regional businesses. With a global network of press and media contacts, we specialise in cost-effective PR campaigns, brand development, and digital marketing solutions.Our founder, Jane Ellison-Bates, brings over 40 years of industry experience, having worked on both editorial and advertising sides of the media industry. We prioritise client relationships through transparent communication, creative problem-solving, and measurable results, serving businesses across North Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, and Lancashire.
Services
Branding
PR Campaigns
Social Media
Email Marketing
Website Design
Advertising Strategy
Marketing Audits
Content Creation
Event Promotion
Media Relations
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in media and PR strategy
- Our team has a global network of press and media contacts
- We deliver cost-effective campaigns with measurable results
- We specialise in integrated marketing strategies for Yorkshire businesses
- Our founder is a Forward Ladies Women in Business Awards finalist
What people say
Excellent across the board
Exceptional written style
Cost-effective campaigns
Marketing department without investment
Increased website visitors
Services
PR Campaigns
We develop targeted PR strategies to enhance brand visibility through press releases, media outreach, and strategic storytelling. Our team secures coverage in local and national publications while maintaining consistent brand messaging. With established relationships across media sectors, we create compelling narratives that resonate with target audiences and drive business growth.
Social Media
Our social media management includes strategy development, content creation, and targeted advertising across platforms. We focus on building brand engagement through consistent posting, audience analysis, and performance tracking. Services include account setup, content calendars, and analytics reporting to ensure measurable ROI for businesses in Yorkshire and Lancashire.
Email Marketing
We design and implement email marketing strategies using professional templates and GDPR-compliant databases. Our services include campaign planning, copywriting, list management, and performance analysis. We create engaging content that maintains customer relationships and drives repeat business through targeted messaging and clear call-to-action elements.
Branding
Our branding services create cohesive visual and verbal identities that reflect business values. We develop brand guidelines covering logo usage, colour schemes, typography, and tone of voice. This includes market research, competitor analysis, and brand positioning strategies to establish strong market presence for Yorkshire-based businesses.
Website Design
We provide website strategy and content development in collaboration with design partners. Our focus includes SEO-friendly copywriting, content structure, and user experience optimisation. Services cover website audits, content creation, and ongoing updates to ensure digital platforms effectively convert visitors into customers.
People
Jane Ellison-Bates
Founder & Director
With over 40 years in media and PR, Jane specialises in strategic marketing and brand development. She has worked across publishing, advertising, and PR sectors, delivering training for enterprise services and contributing to regional business development programs.
Questions
What marketing services do you offer?
We provide PR, branding, social media management, email marketing, website strategy, advertising planning, and marketing audits tailored to Yorkshire and Lancashire businesses.
How do you handle PR campaigns?
We create targeted media strategies using our press contacts to secure coverage through press releases, story pitching, and journalist relationship management for local and national exposure.
Can you help with digital marketing?
Yes, we manage social media accounts, develop email marketing campaigns, and optimise website content with SEO-friendly copywriting to enhance online visibility and engagement.
What areas do you cover?
We primarily serve North Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, and Lancashire, including Skipton, Harrogate, Leeds, Bradford, York, and surrounding areas.
How much does marketing consultancy cost?
Our Marketing Blitz consultancy session costs £295+VAT for startups or £375+VAT for established businesses, including a full day of strategic planning and action plan development.
How do you measure campaign success?
We use analytics tools to track website traffic, email engagement, social media performance, and media coverage, providing regular reports to demonstrate ROI and campaign effectiveness.
