A great GoVenue listing isn’t just a profile — it’s a way to win more enquiries, convert them faster, and reduce the admin time that comes with managing bookings. The biggest upgrade you can make is switching on online payments and booking management through your GoVenue admin system. It’s simple to set up, and it doesn’t cost the venue anything to activate.
Step 1: Make your listing irresistible
Before you promote anything, make sure your listing does the selling for you:
Add bright, high-quality photos (spaces, entrances, amenities, seating layouts)
Write a clear description: what the space is best for (parties, meetings, sports events, classes)
Include key details: capacity, parking, accessibility, WiFi, bar/kitchen, times, and any rules
List add-ons clearly (staffing, equipment, catering options, cleaning, etc.)
Step 2: Switch on online payments (the game-changer)
Inside your GoVenue admin system, enable payments so you can take bookings online.
You have two options:
Link your own Stripe account (if you already use Stripe)
Sign up to use GoVenue’s Stripe setup (quick and straightforward)
Either way, once payments are enabled, you can take bookings online and automatically collect deposits or full balances without chasing people.
Step 3: Add your GoVenue booking link everywhere
Once you’re live, don’t keep it a secret. Share your GoVenue landing/booking link and make it your default route for enquiries:
Put the link on your website (“Book online” button)
Add it to your social media bios and pinned posts
Include it in email signatures and enquiry replies
Add it to WhatsApp auto-replies/messages
Step 4: Train your customers to book online
Every time someone asks about availability, gently redirect:
“You can book online here — it’s quicker and secures your slot instantly.”
“Use the booking link so you can pay your deposit and confirm straight away.”
Why it saves you time (and makes you money)
With GoVenue’s admin system, you get:
Automatic payment collection (no more chasing invoices)
A live booking calendar so you can see availability instantly
Messaging tools to communicate with customers in one place
Fewer drop-offs, because customers can confirm immediately
The result: less admin, fewer missed bookings, and a smoother customer experience — which usually means more repeat business.
Step 1: Make your listing irresistible
Before you promote anything, make sure your listing does the selling for you:
Add bright, high-quality photos (spaces, entrances, amenities, seating layouts)
Write a clear description: what the space is best for (parties, meetings, sports events, classes)
Include key details: capacity, parking, accessibility, WiFi, bar/kitchen, times, and any rules
List add-ons clearly (staffing, equipment, catering options, cleaning, etc.)
Step 2: Switch on online payments (the game-changer)
Inside your GoVenue admin system, enable payments so you can take bookings online.
You have two options:
Link your own Stripe account (if you already use Stripe)
Sign up to use GoVenue’s Stripe setup (quick and straightforward)
Either way, once payments are enabled, you can take bookings online and automatically collect deposits or full balances without chasing people.
Step 3: Add your GoVenue booking link everywhere
Once you’re live, don’t keep it a secret. Share your GoVenue landing/booking link and make it your default route for enquiries:
Put the link on your website (“Book online” button)
Add it to your social media bios and pinned posts
Include it in email signatures and enquiry replies
Add it to WhatsApp auto-replies/messages
Step 4: Train your customers to book online
Every time someone asks about availability, gently redirect:
“You can book online here — it’s quicker and secures your slot instantly.”
“Use the booking link so you can pay your deposit and confirm straight away.”
Why it saves you time (and makes you money)
With GoVenue’s admin system, you get:
Automatic payment collection (no more chasing invoices)
A live booking calendar so you can see availability instantly
Messaging tools to communicate with customers in one place
Fewer drop-offs, because customers can confirm immediately
The result: less admin, fewer missed bookings, and a smoother customer experience — which usually means more repeat business.