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.
This film highlights some of the projects we have worked on during our first term.
For more information on Covid-19, please go to our Coronavirus Business Support page.
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: The BID team have been hard at work today helping install seating around the city, including some fun additions for younger…
The BID team have been hard at work today helping install seating around the city, including some fun additions for… https://t.co/xCfFILV87H
Meet the winner of our £1,000 York Gift Card competition! Sarah can now go on a spending spree at more than 300 out… https://t.co/ElOgPR2PCO
@Mary13245769 @BenTownCrier @theyorkmix @CityofYork @MakeItYork Update - it'll be towards the end of the month now, but coming soon!
RT @VisitYorkBiz: Our team @MakeItYork has worked alongside @theyorkbid & @CityOfYork to introduce new temporary outdoor spaces across the…
RT @BenTownCrier: REOPENING ALERT 🚨 The finest fodder is available again in @CityofYork at @thehairyfig on Fossgate, and you can even sit…
RT @theyorkbid: Calling all small businesses! This fantastic fund from @FirstYork launches today. Apply now! #businesssupport #restartfund
Calling all small businesses! This fantastic fund from @FirstYork launches today. Apply now! #businesssupport… https://t.co/TPwiMj5jhb
RT @thisisyo1: Carl Alsop of York BID chats to Chris Marsden after 11am this morning about exciting things happening in #York city centre t…
@Mary13245769 @BenTownCrier @theyorkmix @CityofYork @MakeItYork Hi Mary. Seating will installed there from Friday.
RT @EboracumYork: This is our lovely Ann, out on Parliament street in York to keep the area clean, tidy and welcoming! #loveyork @MakeItYo…
RT @BenTownCrier: Good luck to all @CityofYork businesses reopening safely today ✅ I’m sure all your hard work and patience will pay off 🤝…
BBC News - York street art celebrates key workers in the city https://t.co/BgthXX9sJw
We’re delighted to be working with First Bus and partners to promote the benefits of supporting local businesses, w… https://t.co/BhKurJIkK8
RT @MarcBichtemann: Launching our partnership with @YorkRetailForum @theyorkbid @indieyorkmap and @FirstYork today. Thanks to Rebecca, Chri…
RT @PinderPhil: Another sneaky peak of York's latest attraction...
There's still plenty of time to Search For Spring! Just download the York Quest app for some free family fun in the… https://t.co/XlZ192A7Vi
RT @theyorkbid: Keep your eyes peeled - the #GuardiansOfYork are starting to appear in the city centre! Celebrating hardworking covid heroe…
Keep your eyes peeled - the #GuardiansOfYork are starting to appear in the city centre! Celebrating hardworking cov… https://t.co/xRBXUYQqHV
RT @DSkaith: @PinderPhil @YorkRetailForum @NJeffersonBrown @theyorkmix @theyorkbid @yorkpress If anywhere can bounce back after the pandemi…
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