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SEP Membership 

Surrey Event Professionals (SEP) is a membership organisation.

SEP is a network aimed solely at ‘event’, ‘wedding’ and ‘venue’ businesses based in, or, from further afield serving Surrey. Who are professional in their chosen event field, professional in their business operation and support the ethos behind SEP. Which is simply to trade professionally and to have both a supportive and collaborative mindset towards the SEP collective.

For ease we have itemised the three tiers of SEP membership. You’ll notice that pricing is tired to the size of your business. The prices quoted are per month and plus VAT. If you’d prefer to pay annually, we offer a further 10% discount on the total 12 month fee. There is no annual contract, so you can cancel any time. There is also a one off, sign up administration fee, a cost of one month’s membership.

  • Expand your connections 

  • Showcase your business

  • Discover new services & trends

  • Seek collabs & partnerships

  • Become part of an event community

  • Find support from the industry

Available Memberships Sectors

To ensure value and variety to our members we currently restrict the number of businesses per sector. 

Look at the sectors below and see if we have space, before seeking members. If you sector is full, ask about our waiting list. 

Full / Nearly Full

(Get in quick!)

Good levels of membership

(Still space at present)

Low levels of membership

(Lots of opportunities here) 
Hotels (Guildford) Other Venues (Guildford) Hotels (Other areas within Surrey)
Celebrants Event Caterers Mobile Bars
Photographers Street Food Vendors Drink wholesalers
Charities / Charity Events Event Owners Breweries / Distillers / Vineyards
Industry Partners Event Organisers Cakes
Business Partners Singers / Bands Musicians
  Walkabout Acts Acts / Performers
  Event Equipment Hire Entertainment Agents
  Catering Equipment Hire Fun Casinos / Games
  Event Staffing  Other Entertainment
  Videographers  AV Hire / Staging
  Other Wedding Services  Theming / Venue Theming
    Florists
    First Aid / Security / Risk
    Photobooths / Magic Mirrors
    Toastmasters / MC’s 
    Other event support services
    Event & Wedding Creches 
     

 

If you see availability for membership, please carry on below

Partner Membership

1-9 persons: £35 + VAT per month
10+ persons: £55 + VAT per month

Click + to see what’s included
in the membership:

Meeting & collaboration events

Unlimited access to all 12 members meetings and includes meeting fees.

SEP have partnered with a number of other business networks, allowing our members to visit and showcase at other networks

Marketing support of YOUR business

Listed on our SEP website, with unlimited pictures and details, which you can admin and update at any point

Showcase and shout outs on our SEP Facebook and Instagram pages

Option to showcase your business services to our membership at our meetings, so they get a greater understanding of your services.

A number of our venues and events, showcase and use SEP members as preferred suppliers.

SEP have partnered with Surrey’s leading business expos and wedding fairs. Allowing our members to showcase for FREE under the SEP showcase. Or, enjoy discounted stands as an SEP Partner

Business support & partner offers

Our SEP WhatsApp group offers the chance for members to: shout out about new services, ask advice, seek recommendations and chat.

Many members offer our collective discounted trade rates, saving you money

10% off FSB membership

£50 off IOH membership

Throughout the year SEP list workshops run by members or business experts on a variety of topics, these are FREE to members

As an events community we get invited to venue showcases, business events, industry fam trips, industry expos and charity events.

As a collective we visit these learning, supporting and building our network

Partnerships & Projects

We are proud to introduce our SEP partnerships and projects, showcasing the incredible collaborations that enhance our brand.

So, could SEP be for you?

If you are a professional event, wedding or venue business, based in or serving Surrey from further afield, we would like to invite you along to our next industry gathering to come and see if it’s for you.

Increase your industry contacts & connections

Discover what’s going on in your local industry sector & what’s new

Take advantage from industry & business insights, support & training

Benefit from a whole ecosystem of marketing your event business

Being part of a likeminded and supportive events community

If you feel you and your business, could benefit from the above, it’s definitely worth popping along. Click below to see our diary of events.

Meet our amazing SEP Network

Unlock the SEP Black Book: Your Ultimate Surrey Event Resource. At Surrey Event Professionals, we’ve meticulously curated a treasure trove of leading suppliers—each one a star in their field. Whether you’re dreaming up a glamorous gala, an intimate wedding, or a high-energy corporate bash, we’ve got you covered.

And that’s just the beginning! Dive into our guides, explore our network, and let your event aspirations take flight. SEP is here to help you bring unforgettable moments to life.

Join the SEP Membership

Select Your SEP EVENT Supplier MONTHLY Membership:

Sign up today by selecting your package as an event supplier. Click the membership you wish to register for and you will be sent to a form to complete the registration process, upload your company details, and then final process your payment. Once approved, you’ll be listed on our Event Suppliers and enjoy all the benefits of your membership.

Event Supplier Partner Membership (1-9 Persons)

£3500per month
  • ACCESS to all SEP member meetings
  • ACCESS to all partner network meetings
  • SHOWCASING on the SEP website
  • SHOWCASING on our socials
  • SHOWCASING at our expo & fair events (under SEP)
  • SHOWCASING through member venues & events preferred suppliers scheme
  • SHOWCASING at our meetings
  • SUPPORT in access to our SEP WhatsApp group
  • SUPPORT in our SEP Learn events & workshops
  • DISCOUNT on Federation of Small Businesses membership
  • DISCOUNT on Institute of Hospitality membership
  • DISCOUNT on fellow members services (trade rates)
  • BEING PART of a collaborative collective of event professionals
Select Membership

Event Supplier Partner Membership (10+ Persons)

£5500per month
  • ACESS to all SEP member meetings
  • ACCESS to all partner network meetings
  • SHOWCASING on the SEP website
  • SHOWCASING on our socials
  • SHOWCASING at our expo & fair events (Under SEP)
  • SHOWCASING through member venues & events on our preferred supplier scheme
  • SHOWCASING at our meetings
  • SUPPORT in access to our SEP WhatsApp group
  • SUPPORT in our SEP Learn events & workshops
  • DISCOUNT on Federation of Small Businesses membership
  • DISCOUNT on Institute of Hospitality membership
  • DISCOUNT on fellow members services (trade rates)
  • BEING PART of a collaborative collective of event professionals
Select Membership
Prefer to pay annually? Take advantage of our Partner Membership offer and get 2 months free.

Select Your SEP VENUE Supplier MONTHLY Membership:

Sign up today by selecting your package as an venue supplier. Click the membership you wish to register for and you will be sent to a form to complete the registration process, upload your company details, and then final process your payment. Once approved, you’ll be listed on our Venue Suppliers and enjoy all the benefits of your membership.

Venue Partner Membership (1-9 Persons)

£3500per month (PLUS VAT)
  • ACCESS to all SEP member meetings
  • ACCESS to all partner network meetings
  • SHOWCASING on the SEP website
  • SHOWCASING on the SEP socials
  • SHOWCASING at the expo & fair events (under SEP)
  • SHOWCASING through member venues & events on the preferred supplier scheme
  • SHOWCASING at our meetings
  • SUPPORT in access to our SEP WhatsApp group
  • SUPPORT in our SEP Learn & workshops
  • DISCOUNT on Federation of Small Businesses membership
  • DISCOUNT on Insitute of Hospitality membership
  • DISCOUNT on fellow members services (trade rates)
  • BEING PART of a collaborative collective of event professionals
Select Membership

Venue Partner Membership (10+ Persons)

£5500per month (PLUS VAT)
  • ACCESS to all SEP member meetings
  • ACCESS to all partner network meetings
  • SHOWCASING on the SEP website
  • SHOWCASING on the SEP socials
  • SHOWCASING at the expos & fairs events (under SEP)
  • SHOWCASING through member venues & events on the preferred supplier scheme
  • SHOWCASING at our events
  • SUPPORT in access to our SEP WhatsApp group
  • SUPPORT in our SEP Learn & workshops
  • DISCOUNT on Federation of Small Businesses membership
  • DISCOUNT on Institute of Hospitality membership
  • DISCOUNT on fellow members services (trade rate)
  • BEING PART of a collaborative collective of event professionals
Select Membership
Prefer to pay annually? Take advantage of our Partner Membership offer and get 2 months free.

What our members have to say…

Since becoming CEO, connecting with Surrey Event Professionals (SEP) was one of the first steps I took, and it’s been a fantastic decision. I’d heard great things about the network, and joining their sessions has been genuinely enjoyable. It’s wonderful to catch up with familiar faces and meet new contacts in such a supportive environment. On my second visit, I met Kate from De Vere East Horsley—we hit it off right away, arranged a one-to-one, and before I knew it, she’d joined Surrey Hills Enterprises (SHE) as a member. We now have events planned at her venue, and she’s already seen the benefits of being part of SHE. SEP’s collaborative spirit aligns perfectly with our values, and we’re looking forward to working together on some joint networking events in 2025. Collaboration is essential for success, and SEP’s network truly brings people together in a way that benefits everyone involved. I’m delighted to recommend SEP and excited to keep building connections within this great community.

Maggie Howell | Chief Executive Officer, Surrey Hills Enterprises

We at Lamplight Media attend a good number of local networking groups in Surrey & Hampshire, and Surrey Event Professionals is by far our favorite. Steve and Hannah are consummate professionals, both great to work with and good at what they do. Through the network, we have sparked conversations with new clients, built relationships with suppliers in our industry, and worked on a significant value of projects indirectly from SEP contacts. Our favourite part of the network is the type & scale of businesses that attend. We highly recommend the network and consider it a no-brainer for us to be a part of.

Tim Marsh | Managing Director, Lamplight Media Ltd

To be able to meet so many fellow event professionals in such a relaxed environment is an absolute joy, it gives an opportunity to collaborate properly, share industry news, and importantly make and maintain relationships with some extremely useful contacts. This is specialised, effective networking, and it’s also great fun.

Ian Blyth | Owner & Writer, C & H Marketing
Being a part of Surrey Event Professionals has been more than a networking opportunity. It has been a positive and enlightening experience both personally and professionally, in turn benefitting the business in such a dynamic way. The connections I have made are invaluable, having made true and genuine relationships with local businesses and like-minded people. The resources, connections and insights are invaluable and the community support that celebrates every win, success and challenge is inspiring. Steve are Hannah have supported growing our connections in the right direction and it has been a delight to be a part of the journey of the Surrey Event Professionals.
Simone Brinkworth | General Manager , Holiday Inn Guildford

A great way to connect with other businesses in the local community! An opportunity to grow your network, share advice, refer clients and work with each other. Totally recommend going to an SEP event to see how it can help your business and get your name out there. I’ve made a lot of connections which has helped my small business grow

Sasha Mitchell | Designer & Founder, Chell Web & Design

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Terms and conditions of membership

As part of the SEP membership, all businesses must adhere to our three core terms and conditions of membership, which are:

  • Professionalism: Members must show and adhere to professionalism and courtesy at all times with both it’s clients and fellow members. This not only protects you but also our other members through protection of our brand.
  • Commitment: Members must commit to the SEP brand, our ways of operation and culture of support. To regularly attend our meetings, promote our brand and its members.

  • Support: Where possible, we encourage our collective to support our fellow businesses through recommendations. Also, we have a strong CSR ethos, so also ask members to where possible support the Surrey Charity Network, our partner charity collective, in any way you can.

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