Big ideas and new connections as Momentum York returns
York’s professional services sector will come together for an afternoon of fresh ideas, local success stories and new connections as Momentum York returns this November. The free conference takes place…
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York’s music fans help raise £5,550 for St Leonard’s Hospice
Nine evenings of live music brought crowds to Parliament Street and St Sampson’s Square as Live For St Leonard’s returned for its sixth year. Organised by York BID in partnership…
Read MoreAndrew Lowson: What happens when a city comes together?
Andrew Lowson is Executive Director of York Business Improvement District. As York Food & Drink Festival fills the city centre, he reflects on the people whose commitment helps make York…
Read MoreMore than 115 venues serve up offers for York Restaurant Week
York’s biggest celebration of dining out returns next month, and you can now explore hundreds of offers from more than 115 venues across the city. York Restaurant Week will run…
Read MoreMore than 70 free performances coming to York city centre
Nine evenings of live music are coming to Parliament Street and St Sampson’s Square in aid of St Leonard’s Hospice. Live For St Leonard’s returns from Friday 18th to Saturday…
Read MoreSt Helen’s Square given full refresh through volunteer efforts and new public artwork
St Helen’s Square has been given a new look this week following a series of volunteer-led Rejuvenation Days and the installation of new public artwork coordinated by York BID. Across…
Read MoreYork BID Director calls for clarity on city-centre parking strategy
York BID Executive Director Andrew Lowson is calling on City of York Council to set out its plans for city-centre parking, following the conclusion of an independent review focused on…
Read MoreThey’re back! Seventy ghosts to take over York streets this autumn
Ghosts in the Gardens is returning to York and this time; the ghosts are bringing even more friends with them. From Saturday 19th September to Sunday 1st November 2026, 70…
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