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 year young people can post their Christmas Wishes and Thank you letters to Santa in a sparkling illuminated Santa’s Postbox in Museum Gardens.
And why not make your trip into the city even more fun by playing the 'Santa Search' ?! The app is called York Quest, and is available on Google Play Store or App Store. More here...
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.
Live or work in #York? There are over £600's worth of prizes in the Betterpoints #ChristmasCountdown 🎄 - includin… https://t.co/fzmuO8SrWc
Here's exec director Andrew's latest blog: Bricks, clicks – and why York is in a great position to capitalise on th… https://t.co/th4gV7jQI4
RT @MuseumGardens: You can post Christmas Wishes & letters to Santa in a sparkling illuminated Santa’s Postbox in the Museum Gardens!🎅 Pro…
RT @theyorkmix: More York Christmas magic! #thingstodoyork @theyorkbid https://t.co/CHGZfTXFAv
RT @BenYorkMix: Make sure you post your letter to Santa this year in @theyorkbid postbox in @MuseumGardens 📝 🎅 I’ve asked for a new bell…
October City Centre Insights Report. During October 2021, York city centre experienced an increase in footfall of 1… https://t.co/MULNeBFxBS
RT @MicroBizGirl: 📣CALLING CITY OF YORK BUSINESS SERVICE PROVIDERS 📣 🖇 Do you provide business services to micro & small businesses ? 🌆 A…
RT @kingssquareyork: Sadly the last weekend of shows in the square this year. #streetperformer #crowds #juggling #liveentertainment #york #…
Thanks for coming - glad you enjoyed the talk! https://t.co/gaCUKnfMCv
@DSkaith Absolutely, so many opportunities to apply the same ideas to public spaces.
RT @NicR4: Excellent evening with @theyorkbid hosting Jack Stratten "Bricks & clicks" retail speech. I believe nationals & independents can…
RT @SparkYorkCIC: A fantastic @YorkBizWeek event organised by @theyorkbid. The speaker, Jack Stratten was superb. Many great points to lear…
Thanks for coming David https://t.co/h6lJmSd9N0
Jack from @insidertrends is answering questions now. 'Are there opportunities in York for cheaper, more flexible sp… https://t.co/h7UoiTRgEA
RT @FSBNorthYorks: Great view to the future of retail tonight at @YorkBizWeek thanks to @theyorkbid for bringing @insidertrends to York wit…
Shorter leases, pop up shops - the future of retail is speeding up. The flexibility to change and adapt is vital. H… https://t.co/G4R52o4SoJ
Linking to online through in-store QR codes is a simple and free way to help customers, says Jack Stratten
Jack says 'elevated experiences for community groups' can work really well. In London, Sweaty Betty makes more mone… https://t.co/5xchxjiF9Y
'Retail is going in two directions - fast or slow. You offer super quick online / click and collect shopping; or yo… https://t.co/ndi3ZuGnkp
Online sunglasses retail Gentle Monster has opened stores that don't sell anything - but work as advertisements for… https://t.co/iknp6aWp1f
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