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 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.
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.
Just a few days to go now to the St Leonards Hospice Sunflower Ball @SLHYork https://t.co/fMKgxx4pdp https://t.co/y367lch7C4
@drsimonwoodward Have you added your thoughts to the online survey Simon? Only takes a couple of minutes, and will… https://t.co/WGwghJcT2U
Don't forget to have your say in our survey of new wayfinding signage for York https://t.co/OWVkKHnBC3 https://t.co/GaPd9p8tjt
RT @theyorkbid: BID brings star retailer @BillGrimsey to York to discuss the future of the High Street #Retail #shopping @YorkBizWeek http…
BID brings star retailer @BillGrimsey to York to discuss the future of the High Street #Retail #shopping… https://t.co/zBT59q0kF7
RT @TwoRiversRadio: Organisations such as @theyorkbid @indieyorkmap & others are doing great work to promote independent, #SmallBusiness in…
RT @socialvisionuk: Do you want a free pop up space in York city centre? Social Vision's Space Invaders project is seeking innovative ideas…
RT @bus_york: An excellent initiative which we fully support and hope it becomes permanent.😀 Well done @theyorkbid and everyone else conce…
Thank you to @citycruisesyork for inviting us on their evening river cruise. Some excellent private hire packages a… https://t.co/njdTx57VON
RT @GrangeHotelYork: @YorkFoodFest- The biggest food event of the year is coming up fast. Exciting events starting on 21st September includ…
RT @VisitYork: York is getting ready to turn into a festive fairytale and we want you to come and join us. Plan your Christmas break with u…
RT @VisitYork: In two weeks time, York's biggest weekend is coming up. It's so big we've named it #YorkBigWeekend! Three festivals will all…
RT @bradford_bid: Voting gets underway on the formation of the Bradford BID today. If you are still wondering what a BID is and what it can…
RT @BenMinsterFM: Get a team in @yorkracecourse @Energi_York @Harrowells @VisitYork @yorksport1 @makeceramics @cuffsandco @RootsYork @theyo…
#ThankYorkItsFriday! Stores are opening later and the @FirstYork Park & Ride is operating till 11pm – so shop, eat… https://t.co/WCj1dnXPW1
RT @BenMinsterFM: FRIDAY FRIDAY FRIDAY https://t.co/zwhGrmbV38
Great coverage for the #ThankYorkItsFriday initiative on @minsterfm – shops are staying open later every Friday and… https://t.co/yUvJRdhyVX
Calling York shops – tomorrow is your final chance to put yourself forward for the York BID Best York Shop Award in… https://t.co/FUNcp7RO3h
RT @VisitYork: Shop 'til late, eat 'til later and Park & Ride 'til 11pm. Thank York It's Friday is your late night shopping every week unti…
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