Save money, make money and start enjoying your business.
Being part of our membership gives you access to a range of benefits, resources and support that can deliver you an annual saving of £3,897.
We exist to help independent retailers like you compete more effectively in today’s ever tougher market.
Our practical help, commercial support and exclusive deals are designed to make a measurable difference to your business. They’re also complemented by our training, expertise and support services.
Perhaps that’s why more than 15,000 independent stores across the UK and Ireland have already joined up – making us one of Europe’s largest retail trading associations.
A powerful voice for good
We don’t just offer you great deals. We also represent your interests at governmental and parliamentary level. We are the official government referral body for the sector and a powerful voice for the independent retailer.
So you can rest assured, we’re not just here to help during the good times. We’re a crucial ally when the going gets tough, too.
Join today
Our members are spread across a range of different sectors. They include:
- Newsagents
- Convenience stores
- Confectioners
- Florists
- Petrol forecourts
- News deliverers
- Off-licences
- Post Offices
- Vape shops
- Coffee shops
- Card and stationery shops
There’s never been a better time to join.
Being part of the Fed means you’re not on your own.You’re part of a wider community of like-minded retailers.
Save Money
Make Money
Vouchers
Drive sales and put more than £500 in your tills from our exclusive voucher promotions with leading suppliers.
Make it Easier
The Fed Independent Retail Hub
As part of a membership with The Fed you have free access to an online resource for legal and practical business guidance.
Connect, together with our field force team of retail development managers, really can make a difference when it comes to pursuing news wholesaler issues and advising on store and business development opportunities.
Other benefits include Newspro (our magazine category management solution), personal accident benefit for news deliverers, Assured Advice, grants and loans*, plus convalescence*, serious illness or hospital*, hardship*, and bereavement benefits*.
* See the Rules for more information.
Membership Fees
The Full Membership Fee at any premises is £5.95 plus VAT per week (€7.80 per week), with effect from 1 July 2017. See the NFRN Rules for more information.
Join NFRN
If you are interested in joining the NFRN and would like to be contacted by the organisation, please complete the form below.