Upstream Forge

Helping local businesses stand out, grow faster & run smarter
Free discovery Transparent pricing No lock‑in
5.0 from pilot clients

Our Mission

We help local businesses compete with larger chains by providing tailored social media content, business consultations, IT infrastructure & system support — with radical transparency and always-free consultation until we fully understand your needs.

Better value

Get more from us for at least 1/3 of the price vs typical agencies.

What We Offer

Flexible, fair and transparent services — pick pay-as-you-go hourly work, fixed projects, or small retainers as needed.

Social Media Marketing

Custom photo & short video shoots (we work with your photographers), captions, scheduling, and ad management to grow local reach.

£25/hr pay‑as‑you‑go • Or £500/month retainer

Competitive Analysis & Dashboard

Free strategic consultation and dashboard setup — access to live KPI dashboards for easy, shareable insights.

Dashboard access: £350/month

IT Infrastructure & Support

Website setup, hosting guidance, secure networks and ticketed system support. Transparent quotes after free scoping.

Quote after scoping • Or £30/hr ad‑hoc • Retainer: £300/month

Business Consultation

Brand positioning and growth roadmaps. We offer unlimited free consultations until the strategy is clear.

Free consultation • After scope: £20/hr

Retainers & Budget — you’re in control

Most clients choose a simple monthly retainer for predictable results. Prefer ad‑hoc? Set a monthly budget that fits you.

£300
Estimated hours at current mix
15–20 hrs per month
Pick hourly, fixed, or retainer. Adjust anytime — no lock‑in.

Quick Engagement Flow

1) Free discovery, 2) Strategy & quote, 3) Approve, 4) Execution (hourly, block-hours or fixed price), 5) Report & iterate