What the media say...

At Cirkle we work hard to maintain and develop great relationships with both consumer and trade journalists. Our success is reflected in the consistently high levels of coverage our publicity campaigns achieve across all types of media.

Consumer titles

‘Sometimes when you are doing something like a reader offer or similar, PRs can be incredibly controlling and change what should be a five minute job into half a day's toing and froing. Thankfully, with Cirkle I haven't found that to be the case, which encourages me to work with you more.’

Angela Dowden, Health Editor, Daily Mirror

‘I’ve had great experiences working with Cirkle over the last six months, particularly with regard to Elegant Touch. Product information is sent quickly and efficiently, which is a great help when on frequently tight copy deadlines.’

Stephanie Maylor, Beauty Editor, Fabulous

‘The team at Cirkle are always extremely friendly, professional and helpful. They always go beyond what is expected of them and therefore are a company we use over and over again and would very highly recommend.’

Sarah Bromley, Full House

‘The Cirkle team are an absolute joy to work with. They are always professional, reliable and, best of all, personable.’

Alex Wenman, Food Editor, NOW magazine

‘A top PR company to work with and has some great clients. Always friendly and willing to help.’

Nikki Haynes, Features Writer, Fresh Magazine

‘At Cirkle they take the time to listen. They familiarise themselves with publications and ask what will and won't work for particular features, without hounding journalists. They go out of their way to be as friendly and helpful as possible. They understand the importantance of PRs and journalists developing good relationships, as, ultimately, it makes all our lives easier.’

Maxine Clayman, Features Writer, Tesco Magazine

Business titles

‘Cirkle are an absolute pleasure to work with – they provide trade-focused press releases that are relevant to our readers and always respond to my queries quickly and efficiently.’

Jenni Retourné, Editor, Pure Beauty

‘I’ve worked with Cirkle for many years and they continue to be one of the top agencies within the retail grocery sector. They’re always willing to embrace new ideas and work creatively to allow their clients to place both bespoke advertising and editorial campaigns within the trade’s media.’

Andy Powell, Digital Sales Manager, Nexus Business Media Community Websites

‘Cirkle ensure they build up an understanding of their clients’ businesses, which is invaluable when dealing with the media.’

Mary Carmichael, Freelance Editor, ex-Grocer News Editor

‘Cirkle understands the type of information MBR is looking for and the importance of delivering it on time. They’re also a fun team to work with which makes dealing with them a pleasure.’

James Parker, Editor, Multiple Buyer and Retailer

‘When we deal with Cirkle, it feels like you are listening and in our unique situation in Scotland, you and your clients feel like you’re interested in us. It's important to us that you understand Scotland and our needs and give us tailored attention.’

Anthony Begley, Editor, Scottish Local Retailer

‘Professionalism, quality of the copy, pictures, contacts, good non-fluffy quotes, tailored for our needs and our readers.’

Andrew Skingley, Products Editor, Independent Retail News

‘Cirkle is one of the better and more reliable PR agencies I deal with. They are easy to contact and are quick to turn information around for both news and features. Their press events are well thought out and, unlike some others, can be relied on to meet our deadlines with the information we need.’

Chris Rolfe, Reporter, Retail Newsagent

‘Thoroughly professional and creativity second to none.’

John Sewell, Editor, Auto Vending

‘Cirkle understands my information needs and keeps me well informed about its clients' activities that are relevant to me.’

John Wood, Editor, Pro Wholesaler

‘Very pleasant, reliable and refreshing company to work with that makes our job of reporting on those companies and those market sectors much easier and straightforward. All the information is readily available and tailored to our market.’

Merril Boulton, Editor, Forecourt Trader

‘Friendly team, always willing to get the information that you want, handle the accounts that are close to what we deal with. Among the top 6 agencies that we deal with.’

Mervyn Gilbert, Editor, Cash & Carry Management

‘I would simply summarise my experience of dealings with Cirkle as very professional and helpful – I feel the team knows our magazines and understands our particular demands. Press events always provide the right mix of business and friendly informality.’

David Foad, Editor, Cost Sector Catering

‘In my opinion Cirkle is one of the leading players in the market. Their professionalism, efficiency and understanding of trade PR are among the best in the industry and its team is a pleasure to deal with. With a dedicated team of communications professionals working across a variety of categories, their enthusiasm is second to none.’

Paul Gray, Associate Publisher, Asian Trader

‘I find the people at Cirkle friendly and communicative without being overbearing.'

Natalie Minnis, Editor, Scottish Grocer