PR Hits and Misses: Our Picks for the Best and Worst April Fools Campaigns

by admin | Apr 1, 2026

April Fools’ Day is a chance to show personality and engage audiences. Done well, a campaign can generate buzz and reinforce a brand’s proposition or attract new audiences. Done poorly, it can confuse customers, damage credibility, or loose trust. Here are some...

How we build impactful brand partnerships

by admin | Mar 11, 2026

In the countryside community, a handshake still carries immense weight. As an agency, we have spent over 30 years building brand partnerships that go beyond putting two logos on a press release. Instead, it is about shared values, authentic storytelling, and an...

50+ Essential Dates for the 2026 Equestrian and Rural Marketing Calendar

by admin | Mar 4, 2026

In equestrian and rural marketing, timing is everything. The countryside and rural sectors move with competition seasons, breeding cycles, harvest, county shows, field sports and agricultural awareness campaigns. These moments shape attention, influence buying...

Why choosing a specialist agency matters in the rural sector

by Sarah Baldrick | Feb 25, 2026

In a crowded and fast-moving marketing landscape, working with the right PR agency can have a long-term impact on how a brand is seen and understood. Visibility alone is no longer enough. Modern audiences crave authenticity, cultural understanding and brands that...

Driving growth in the country sector: Coate PR appoints new Senior Account Manager

by April Coate | Feb 18, 2026

We are thrilled to officially introduce Coate PR’s new Senior Account Manager, Jade Middleditch. With a wealth of cross-industry experience and a deep-rooted passion for the countryside, she is here to help drive our clients’ stories further than ever before. We sat...

3 equine and country brands we’ve helped build

by Jade Middleditch | Jan 29, 2026

Building a brand in the equine and country sectors requires an authentic connection to the lifestyle, which is something we live and breathe at Coate PR. From world-class events to heritage footwear and nutritional pioneers, we have had the privilege of helping some...