Hastings, East Sussex
Card machines in Hastings, set up properly
Business Genie Payments is an independent authorised Teya partner working with fishmongers, seaside cafes, independent retailers, catering suppliers in The Stade, Robertson Street, Priory Meadow Shopping Centre and the wider East Sussex area. You get Teya's card machines, Business Account and funding — arranged by one person you can actually phone.
With outdoor trading along the Stade and busy retail footfall around Priory Meadow, rapid card processing keeps queues moving smoothly throughout coastal tourist seasons.

Who we set up in Hastings
- fishmongers
- seaside cafes
- independent retailers
- catering suppliers
Areas we cover
- The Stade
- Robertson Street
- Priory Meadow Shopping Centre
- Anywhere else in East Sussex
What you get
- Teya Pro or Lite card machine
- Teya settles card takings the next working day as standard, and qualifying businesses can choose everyday or Instant Settlement options, with conditions and in some cases an extra charge.
- Business Account with up to 0.5% cashback
- Business funding up to £1m from Business Genie Payments
- 24/7 human support from Teya
Taking card payments in Hastings
Trade in Hastings combines a historic maritime heritage with year-round coastal visitors and town centre shopping. The local economy is driven largely by small independent firms, with retail clustered along Robertson Street, Queens Road and inside Priory Meadow Shopping Centre. Down on the shingle, the country's largest beach-launched fishing fleet operates from the Stade, supplying fresh seafood locally. Whether serving day-trippers strolling towards Hastings Pier or catering to students near Station Plaza, local business owners depend on steady, dependable customer turnover every day.
Business Genie Payments sets up modern card payment terminals configured specifically for East Sussex traders. Teya Pro is built for quick contactless, chip & PIN and mobile wallet payments. Teya settles card takings the next working day as standard, and qualifying businesses can choose everyday or Instant Settlement options, with conditions and in some cases an extra charge. Handled completely by phone, our service delivers simple, practical card solutions for shops, cafes and commercial operators across Hastings.
Fresh seafood sales on the Stade
Traders selling daily catches directly off the beach need hardware that handles outdoor environments. The portable Teya Pro features dual Wi-Fi and 4G fallback alongside a 14-hour battery, allowing fishmongers to take contactless payments on the shingle without depending on fixed power cords or cables.
Fast table service along the seafront
Food spots welcoming visitors near Hastings Pier often handle rapid rushes during lunch hours. Teya Pro is built for quick contactless, chip & PIN and mobile wallet payments.
High street retail on Robertson Street
Independent shops trading around Robertson Street and Priory Meadow occasionally need extra checkout capacity during peak periods. Teya Tap to Pay turns compatible smartphones into secure contactless terminals without extra hardware, functioning as an agile queue-busting option when customer lines start to build up.
Card machines in Hastings: common questions
Can you provide payment terminals to firms outside central Hastings?
Yes. We arrange card machines remotely by phone for businesses throughout the entire district. In addition to Hastings, we support firms across neighbouring East Sussex communities, including Bexhill-on-Sea just 5 miles away, Rye 9 miles to the east, and Eastbourne 14 miles along the coast.
Will our card machine remain working if shop broadband drops out?
The Teya Pro terminal includes both Wi-Fi capability and an integrated roaming 4G SIM. If Wi-Fi drops, Teya Pro can switch to 4G, although mobile coverage depends on your location.
How quickly do our daily card sales reach our account?
Teya settles card takings the next working day as standard, and qualifying businesses can choose everyday or Instant Settlement options, with conditions and in some cases an extra charge. This gives retailers, fishmongers and hospitality venues immediate access to their takings, assisting with daily operational costs and regular supplier purchases.
Do you cover businesses in The Stade, Robertson Street and Priory Meadow Shopping Centre, Hastings?
Yes. Business Genie Payments sets up Teya card machines for businesses across Hastings, including The Stade, Robertson Street and Priory Meadow Shopping Centre, and the wider East Sussex. Quotes are arranged by phone or a booked call, so you don't need to visit an office.
Which Hastings businesses do you set card machines up for?
Locally we most often help fishmongers, seaside cafes, independent retailers and catering suppliers. Any business taking card payments in Hastings can ask for a bespoke Teya quote based on its monthly card turnover.
I also trade in Bexhill-on-Sea and Rye. Can you cover that too?
Yes. Many Hastings businesses also trade in nearby towns such as Bexhill-on-Sea, Rye and Eastbourne, at markets or at events. Tell us every site you trade from and we'll quote for the whole setup. Teya Lite and Teya Go can connect over 4G as well as Wi-Fi, which suits trading away from your main premises.
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