I started The Knot to change how people perceive our region and that change is happening… because of you.
Today, I’m introducing our referral program - a way that we can reward you for spreading the Good News and positive vibes of The Knot with your friends. The main prize for our top referrer is this incredible ceramic Knot, made in Stoke by 1882.




Word-of-mouth and sharing is the number one way readers find us. We are so appreciative when our readers share The Knot with friends, family and colleagues - it means more people are getting good news from us, and finding great things to do in our area.
If you enjoy The Knot it would mean the world to us if you invited friends to subscribe. You’ll be directly contributing to our mission of change in Stoke-on-Trent and North Staffordshire.
When you refer people, you receive benefits like our Good Coffee Guide, your name on The Knot and for the best-referrer-ever - this remarkable ceramic Knot created by 1882, made in Stoke (of course).

How to participate
1. Share The Knot. When you use the referral link below, or the “Share” button on any post, you'll get credit for any new subscribers and be ranked on our leaderboard. Simply send the link in a text, email, or share it on social media with friends.
2. Earn benefits. When more friends use your referral link to subscribe (free or paid), you’ll receive special benefits.
Get our Good Coffee Guide for 2 referrals.
Get your name on The Knot’s newsletter as a “top Knotter” for 15 referrals.
Get an epic ceramic Knot made in Stoke by 1882 for 500 referrals.
Win Prizes. The prizes will change over time, top referrers will be rewarded with gifts, notes, discounts and more.
To learn more, check out Substack’s FAQ.
Thank you for helping get the word out about The Knot!
Cheers,
James