Join ALCI
Membership Benefits
Exclusive Benefits and Opportunities for ALCI Members
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ALCI Logo
The ALCI logo can give you a competitive advantage with potential customers in the Private, Commercial and Public Authority Sectors. Use it on your stationery, website, vehicles and promotional leaflets to set youself apart from non ALCI contractors.
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ALCI Website
www.alci.org.uk provides your business with an additional opportunity to reach customers who use the internet to search for services or products. Our on-line Membership Directory gives full information on your business and a link to your own website and email in addition to all other contact details.
We can also help our members, Full & Trade to promote their business online by sending us news stories or event information.
We also have an individual member login section which will give members access to helpful and informative documents as well as a discussion forum.
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ALCI Landscape Awards
Our awards which are only open to ALCI members provide companies with an opportunity to showcase projects, and winning an award can be an unique marketing opportunity for your business. Sponsorship opportunites for the awards are open to ALCI Trade Members
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Training & Skills
ALCI works on behalf of its members to promote the sector as a career and to ensure the industries training needs are met.
ALCI has also facilitated training courses for members companies making essential training more accessible and affordable.
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Meeting/Seminars
ALCI organises quarterly meetings with speakers invited along to update members on important issues such as Health & Safety, Employment and Environmental Policy. The meetings also provide an ideal networking opportunity where contractors can discuss work issues, find business opportunities and increase their knowledge.
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ALCI Logo
The ALCI logo can give you a competitive advantage with potential customers in the Private, Commercial and Public Authority Sectors. Use it on your stationery, website, vehicles and promotional leaflets to set youself apart from non ALCI contractors.
Membership Benefits
Benefits to Trade Members
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Promote Your Products to a Wider Audience
Gain exposure by featuring your products in our member newsletter and across our social media channels, reaching a targeted and engaged trade community
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Highlight Your Member Discounts
Promotion of any company discounts to our trade members.
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Feature on the Association Website
Gain visibility with your company showcased directly on the Association’s website, connecting you with potential partners and customers.
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Use of the Association Logo
Display the Association’s logo on your marketing materials to highlight your credibility and trusted membership.
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Exclusive Training Discounts
Enjoy reduced rates on professional training courses designed to support your growth and development.
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Member Discussion Forums
Connect, share, and collaborate with fellow members through our dedicated online forums.
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Featured on Christmas Desk Pads
Gain festive visibility by having your company included on the association’s Christmas desk pads distributed to members.
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Monthly Newsletter Feature
Stay top-of-mind with members through regular updates and insights shared in the association’s monthly newsletter.
Membership Categories
Eligibility and Benefits of Membership
Full Membership
What the Association considers for Full Membership
- Full-Time Contractors, (including self employed individuals) who execute their work in a professional and business like manner.
- The applicant’s business must have been trading on a full time basis for a minimum of two full years.
- A minimum turnover of £50,000 per annum in Landscape related activity is required. A letter confirming this from your accountant should be included with your completed application form.
We represent all elements of the Industry, from small to large contractors. Members can offer a wide range of services or specialise in a more limited range.
The operations considered to come within the scope of the Association.
Full Members are:
- Landscape Construction and Design, including grassing, planting, hard landscaping and ground maintenance
- Private, Industrial and Institution Site Works
- Private Garden, Design and Construction
- Sports ground Construction and Maintenance
- Chemical Weed Control
- Forestry Planting and Tree Surgery
- Interior Landscaping
All member companies are required to abide by statutory laws, regulations and Bye-laws, hold current and adequate insurances, and member companies must maintain and enforce a health and safety policy.
Trade Membership
The Association considers for Trade Membership
This membership category is open to a business, section or division of a business (or an individual) that supplies materials, equipment or a service to the landscape industry and particularly to ALCI Members. Membership provides excellent opportunities to interact directly with your target market, including at regional and national events, through sponsorship of the annual ALCI Landscape Awards, through advertising opportunities on the ALCI website and ALCI publications, and by using the ALCI logo.