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.
The York BID have collaborated with Art of Protest Projects to create a Street Art Exhibition celebrating keyworkers from York. Eleven York residents told their story and had their photographs taken. The images have been transformed into art by internationally acclaimed street artist collective ‘The Postman’.
9th April - 9th July 2021
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This film highlights some of the projects we have worked on during our first term.
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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 @theyorkbid: Have you seen our bright new York Gift Card design? Available now from @Rueb5 @yorkgin @PotionsCauldron or online at https:…
If your businesses depends on deliveries, you are being encouraged to take part in this focus group. Details on ho… https://t.co/FiLbg0RVr4
Have you seen our bright new York Gift Card design? Available now from @Rueb5 @yorkgin @PotionsCauldron or online a… https://t.co/KBSHbG0GDS
RT @FirstYork: Competition time! Up to 5 people can travel together for the day on our 'First Taste of Freedom' ticket for £5! 🚍 Buy yours…
Rumour has it the sun is coming back! Visit the York Restaurant Week website to see all the great restaurants, cafe… https://t.co/dyJZy5H0EG
RT @FirstYork: Buy a 'First Taste of Freedom' all day, group ticket in the York section of our app and get entered to win a £200 shopping s…
@AoPGallery @LittleVikingsUK @DSkaith Yes, a great shame, but we're working on getting them repaired or replaced.
@DorindaDorinda The lovely people at @Event_Prop_Hire made them.
If you've spotted these popping up around the city, you've a big clue about our big summer project for York. We're… https://t.co/Ou9f9eRnN9
Thinking of heading into York? We’ve transformed https://t.co/a4D7A04urp into a directory of all the city centre B… https://t.co/8RGgPujrkQ
RT @CityofYork: We're sharing the emerging plans for one of York’s most historic and important areas, Castle Gateway. Join the conversation…
Great new family-friendly business open on Coppergate! #supportlocal https://t.co/gZWQxqyCpr
RT @barnitts: Just to let you all know we will open 10.30am to 4.00pm on both Bank Holiday Monday's in May (3rd & 31st). It is fantastic to…
RT @FirstYork: Competition time! Up to 5 people can travel together for the day on our 'First Taste of Freedom' ticket! 👍 This weekend buy…
RT @YorkBIDRangers: @theyorkbid Another spot to enjoy york outdoors at the Eye Of York @YorkMuseumTrust castle museum peeking through in t…
Great competition from @FirstYork. Good value group travel, and the chance to win a York Gift Card. #supportlocal… https://t.co/hmytE80o20
RT @theyorkbid: Here's a sneak peek at one of the BID's big summer projects. More details coming soon… #buzzaboutyork 🐝 🌼 https://t.co/D1Q…
Here's a sneak peek at one of the BID's big summer projects. More details coming soon… #buzzaboutyork 🐝 🌼 https://t.co/D1QlkJeqo4
RT @BenTownCrier: Have a coffee at the Ben and Laura bench @coppergateyork ☕️ And the new @theyorkbid Bee Planters look amazing 🐝 https:/…
RT @theyorkbid: The BID have finished installing 60 benches, 12 tree filled barrels, 31 bee-friendly floral divides, 48 grass cubes and 6 g…
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