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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Sold out Reignite event celebrates inspiring collaborations

Reignite returned for its fifth event ‘Unexpected Collaborations’ on Wednesday night. The event brought together over 250 creatives and business leaders to celebrate inspiring collaborations and foster new interdisciplinary partnerships.…
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York City Centre Insights Q2-2024

York BID works regularly with data suppliers to bring together insights on the economic performance of York city centre. Our quarterly report references key metrics such as footfall, spend and…
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York BID AGM & A New Political Landscape – by Andrew Lowson

150 people attended the York BID AGM! In my post-event/general election blog, I cover how maintaining the bottom line feels increasingly hard for businesses as cost pressures remain, yet there is…
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‘Outside the Box’ Stained Glass Murals Unveiled on The Stonebow

‘Outside the Box’, a new public art project showcasing York’s stained glass archives, has been unveiled on The Stonebow this week, transforming the look and feel of the area. The…
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Attendees seated at the York BID AGM 2024

York BID hosts Annual General Meeting

York BID welcomed local business representatives and partners to its Annual General Meeting last night, which took place at the Principal York Hotel Events Centre. Guests heard from a variety of speakers at…
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Choose Respect, Not Regrets – York’s Latest Campaign Focuses on Courteous Behaviour at Night

York BID and partners have recently launched their latest campaign ‘Choose Respect, Not Regrets’, a Purple Flag initiative, which highlights the importance of respectful behaviour in the city. The campaign…
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Ey Up York – York BID’s Latest Mural Completed on Back Swinegate

The new Peregrine Falcon mural has now been completed on Back Swinegate. The mural has been commissioned by York BID and created by York-born mural artist, SledOne, as part of the…
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York City Centre Insights Q1-2024

Our quarterly report brings together data from multiple, credible sources as a means of measuring the economic performance of York city centre. The figures shown below are representative of the…
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Reignite IV: The Next Generation

Reignite returned for its fourth event ‘The Next Generation’ last night. The event, at York St John University’s Creative Centre, featured presentations from York graduates that have gone on to…
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Upcoming Events

Autumn Rejuvenation Days

Due to the popularity of our Spring project, we are pleased to announce more rejuvenation days, taking place on 10th, 12th & 18th September. If you or your team members…
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Ghosts In The Gardens York

Ghosts In The Gardens

Cementing York’s reputation as one of the most haunted cities in Europe, York BID brings you Ghosts in The Gardens – historic sculptures in beautiful settings. York BID has again…
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York Food Festival

York Food & Drink Festival

York Food & Drink Festival promotes local food producers, independent restaurants and retailers in York. In addition to delicious food and drink, you will find educational and fun workshops and…
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Live For St Leonard’s 2024

Live For St Leonard’s will return between 20th and 28th September. This live music event is organised by York BID and supported by YorkMix, as part of the York Food…
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York Restaurant Week

Discover delicious dining experiences on a budget with York Restaurant Week. There’s a huge variety of food and drink offers to choose from, all temptingly priced between £5 and £30. That’s seven whole…
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The Dragon Experience

The Dragons have hatched, and now they’re roaming around York city centre! Get ready to meet Ash the Giant Dragon, along with a selection of adorable baby dragons and their…
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