News & Insights
How is the city centre evolving? What are the latest improvements the BID are delivering in the city? Find out about all the latest developments here…
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York City Centre Insights July 2025
Insights, News
York BID work with data suppliers to bring key economic metrics, offering valuable insights into the city’s performance over time. Our monthly report is structured into sections highlighting key indicators…
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York BID launches ‘Support York’ initiative during Bootham Bar Conservation Works
News
York BID is excited to announce the launch of its brand-new initiative, Support York, a trial campaign designed to support businesses from 1-32 High Petergate during the ongoing Bootham Bar…
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York launches epic Rugby Ball Hunt to celebrate Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025
News
On Thursday 14th August, the streets of York will transform into one giant game of hide and seek – with a rugby twist. To mark the countdown to Women’s Rugby…
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York City Centre Insights June 2025
Insights, News
York BID collaborates regularly with data providers to brings together key economic metrics, offering valuable insights into the city’s performance over time. This report is structured into sections that highlight…
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York BID announce new Night Safe Officers to keep city centre safe and orderly
News
York BID are pleased to announce the launch of a brand new Night Safe Officer programme dedicated to making York’s thriving nighttime scene safer and more welcoming for everyone. Starting…
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York BID unveils bold new vision for 2026–2031 at milestone AGM
News
York BID marked a decade of delivery last night (16 July) with the official launch of its new business plan for 2026-2031, unveiled at a packed Annual General Meeting, at…
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Artist Opportunity: Parliament Street Cabinet Boxes
News, Projects
York Business Improvement District (BID) has secured permission from the City of York Council to vinyl wrap a series of cabinet boxes on Parliament Street in central York. We are…
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Support York
Shop local, win big, and keep High Petergate thriving during the Bootham Bar essential conservation works. Running until December, Support York encourages residents and visitors to support businesses on High…
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Martyn’s Law – Business Engagement Event
Join us for an informative evening to find out more about Martyn’s Law, the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, and what it means for your business. The free event…
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Ghosts in the Gardens
Ghosts in the Gardens returns from Friday 19th September to Sunday 2nd November, with nearly 60 ethereal sculptures taking their place across the city. Crafted in partnership with York-based creative…
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York Restaurant Week
Discover delicious dining on a budget with York Restaurant Week. Enjoy a huge variety of offers on food and drink, from over 100 eateries in York city centre, all temptingly…
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Ghosts: The Untold History
Step into the past with an intimate journey through one of York’s hidden gems to uncover the secrets hidden in the Snickelways and shadows. Enjoy a small group 40-minute tour…
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York Art Trail
Make the most of summer with the York Art Trail! Explore over 25 murals across York City Centre, from a giant peregrine falcon on Back Swinegate to 12 colourfully painted…
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Live for St Leonard’s 2025
York’s homegrown music festival is back! Live for St Leonard’s takes place every day between 5pm – 9pm, from Friday 19th to Saturday 27th September. Live For St Leonard’s is a…
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Treemendous
York BID are delighted to announce a special event as Treemendous arrives in the Coppergate Centre. Experience an unforgettable encounter as these treemendous giant tree creatures tower over you at a staggering…
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Reignite X: Exporting Ideas
Join us for Reignite X: Exporting Ideas to explore how creativity developed here reaches national and international audiences and what that means for growth, collaboration, and opportunity across every sector. The…
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