We’re dedicated to making Kingston the best it can be, for both businesses and visitors.
Our initiatives and projects are wide-ranging, from saving businesses money to keeping our streetscape beautiful.
All of what we do is geared towards business success
for companies in Kingston’s town centre. We support Kingston’s businesses, enhance its streets, and market the town.
Read our latest news
Kingston First Accredited by The BID Foundation
Kingston First are pleased to announce that they have officially been accredited by The BID Foundation. This accreditation confirms that... read more →
November 25, 2021
Visitor Profiles – Kingston Town Centre
A key part of the objectives of our research with consumers was to understand the profile of visitors to Kingston... read more →
November 17, 2021
Party Animal announced as winner of Kingston Sculpture Trail
New public art for Kingston town centre Party Animal by Alex R T Davies MRSS announced as winner of Kingston... read more →
November 10, 2021
Changing the face of vacant units in Kingston
Kingston town centre is awash with colour as more vacant units have had their shop windows transformed with unique and... read more →
November 5, 2021
COP 26 & Sustainability
All eyes are on COP26 (the UN Climate Change Conference) in the media - for good reason - it’s a... read more →
November 3, 2021
Majority of visitors rate Kingston town centre positively, according to new consumer research commissioned by Kingston First
Over 1,000 people responded to a survey commissioned by Kingston First, the town centre’s Business Improvement District, which found two-thirds... read more →
October 28, 2021
Budget 2021 Statement
Yesterday’s budget was an opportunity for the government to invest and support businesses and town centres which have been hit... read more →
October 28, 2021
Plans for Christmas in Kingston
Kingston is already known as a destination for Christmas and offers one of the best Christmas markets in the UK.... read more →
October 6, 2021
Kingston First Annual Meeting, 19th October 2021
We will be holding our Annual Meeting on 19th October. The meeting is open to all members. If you wish... read more →
October 4, 2021
What we do:
ATTRACTIVE STREETS AND SPACES
From enhancing public spaces to safety and sustainability, we create a vibrant, welcoming town centre for visitors, employees and residents.
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MARKETING
THE TOWN
Promoting Kingston and all it has to offer, we deliver year-round marketing support through tactical campaigns and cultural experiences.
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SUPPORTING AND INFORMING
From driving down costs, to consistent communication, we provide support and insight to Kingston’s business community.
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INFLUENCING AND REPRESENTING
We are the voice that represents the business community, and a catalyst for positive change and growth in Kingston town centre.
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Upcoming workshops and events
Our business training workshops run throughout the year. We cover everything from first aid training and mental health awareness to food safety certifications.
We also run volunteering projects, where we work alongside volunteers to spruce up the town. And we encourage cross-sector engagement through Keep it Kingston social events and networking opportunities.
View our upcoming workshops and events below.
