The York Business Improvement District, or BID, is a specific area where businesses work together to invest in services, special projects and events. There are now more than 200 BID's across the UK, delivering economic and environmental benefits. As a business owner or manager within the York BID area, there are several ways your business and York city centre can benefit from programmes the BID delivers. Find out more about what the BID does and how the BID can help your business.
Magical, beautiful creatures have taken up residence in York city centre this Summer. But can you track them all down?! 
Simply use your phone to find a series of characters who are hidden near our planters and bug hotels. Once you have found a character there is a fun interactive element to enjoy.
Take a photo and share on social media - tag us with #yorkquest so we can see your pictures! It’s a fun and free activity to keep young people busy during the summer holidays.ā The York Quest app is free to use and is available now on Google Play Store or App Store.
Buzz About York 
Since Summer 2018, York BID has delivered annual floral displays to add vibrancy to the city centre and surrounding areas. This year the BID has expanded this project to deliver the nation’s biggest bee-friendly floral display. With a wildflower meadow, giant deckchair, pollinator fact files, bee hotels and flowers everywhere, there's plenty to see!
Find out all about this exciting project here.
This film highlights some of the other projects we have worked on during our first term.
York is a top destination to live, work, visit and study. We take pride in our city’s appearance and aim to ensure its upkeep is at its highest standard for its residents and visitors throughout the year. The York BID is committed to providing additional services to the core operations provided by the local authority and enhancing the city centre’s environment so that street and public spaces throughout are cleaner than ever before.
York is one of the friendliest cities in the UK and the BID is determined to help uphold this reputation. As a popular destination for its historical beauty and vibrant nightlife, the BID aims to make York a welcoming environment for all who visit the city centre. Our programmes focus on ensuring that everyone - tourists, shoppers, families and our very own residents - safely enjoy all that York has on offer.
York is the perfect location and backdrop for events and festivals. Rich with culture, commerce and talent, the city is an attraction for all to see. The BID works closely with festival organisers, trader associations and businesses to invest in promotional events and attractions that will maximise footfall and increase local economy.
The BID provides a strong collective voice for over 1,000 businesses in York city centre and supports projects that invest in the development and promotion of the BID area and businesses. We explore well-suited options that provide cost-saving and efficient services for the BID area and strategies that promote and market York as a retail and leisure experience.
RT @YorkDigitalCity: York businesses are invited to get involved in this year's Yorkshire Day celebrations (July 30th ā August 1st). Dressā¦
During the Yorkshire Day Celebrations 30th July - 1st August archive footage will be played throughout the day on bā¦ https://t.co/SgXI5qJPjm
We are once again bringing Yorkshire Day celebrations to the city in partnership with MIY and CYC. 3 days of celebrā¦ https://t.co/1MEggACWCT
@DSkaith @CityofYork Thanks for the heads up David. This has been reported to our Rapid Response Cleaning Team.
Magical, beautiful creatures have taken up residence in York this Summer. But can you track them all down? The newā¦ https://t.co/bnEaw82XZg
This summer York is celebrating all things sport! The city is bursting with great things to do - six fun sculpturesā¦ https://t.co/B4xXrHcdQ1
York BID and CYC have partnered to invest in new technology that will offer both businesses and partners valuable iā¦ https://t.co/LeTIm9xKHI
CYC are holding a consultation on City Centre Access Arrangements for Blue Badge Holders. Responses by 6th August. https://t.co/1Z9lHtrlmm
Djokovic and Federer are both in action on Centre Court today! Catch all the action from Wimbledon on the big screeā¦ https://t.co/xbsozxajDZ
RT @PlantscapeLtd: #Buzzaboutyork has the biggest bee-friendly planters in the UK! We are so proud to supply our #pollinatorfriendly planteā¦
RT @TheJorvikGroup: Buzzzzz!š Discover how Roman, Viking and Medieval York residents used bees and honey this Summer with the JORVIK Groupā¦
Pull up a deckchair and catch the best of Wimbledon fortnight at the Coppergate Centre on the big screen provided bā¦ https://t.co/vclR63Kd5j
RT @mccyork: Have you explored our interactive map of York city centre? Check it out and tell us about your favourite/least favourite paā¦
RT @mccyork: Watch Michael talk @YorkFoodFest plans & links to local producers, restaurants & shops. You said that York should focus on reā¦
RT @DSkaith: Great to see @Shambles_Market full this morning with young traders, keeping this market full all year round with local tradersā¦
RT @coppergateyork: Our #Wimbledon screening is now live - come and grab a deckchair (and an ice cream from Scoops). Huge thanks to @theyorā¦
Fans of #buzzaboutyork the biggest bee friendly floral display in the UK might want to check out @BBCRadio2 Big Beeā¦ https://t.co/biY27N9YBJ
@yorkshire_htafc @YorksWildlife Hi, Thanks for the heads up on this, we weren't aware what time they were watering,ā¦ https://t.co/4u3tcrK7zs
Last chance to register for this free event by Yorkshire Building Society: Financial Wellbeing in the Workplace 23rā¦ https://t.co/N7Rt3C4Ok1
Webinar - Financial Wellbeing in the Workplace 23rd June, 10-11am. This free event is run by Yorkshire Building Soā¦ https://t.co/j9Pd8t9AA5
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