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.
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 below.
12th Feb 2020
11th Mar 2020
17th Mar 2020
Read our latest news
Kingston First Covid-19 (Coronavirus) News Bulletin: Round-up of government support initiatives available to Kingston businesses
As we come towards the end of a difficult week where the Covid-19 support for businesses has been evolving, we... read more →
March 27, 2020
An update on further financial support and social distancing measures
This evening, Friday 20 March, the government have announced further social distancing measures and a further package of financial measures... read more →
March 20, 2020
Joint briefing from Kingston First, Kingston Council and Kingston Chamber of Commerce
We are following our message from earlier this week to provide you with a summary of financial support measures announced... read more →
March 19, 2020
Kingston First statement on Covid-19 pandemic
As we face the unprecedented circumstances of the Covid-19 pandemic, we understand the concerns Kingston First members and staff will... read more →
March 17, 2020
Celebrating Kingston After Dark
This spring, we're shining a spotlight on Kingston's fantastic evening offer, highlighting our town's selection of restaurants, watering holes and... read more →
February 26, 2020
Arup appointed to develop vision for Kingston town centre
Kingston Council together with Kingston First, the Business Improvement District, have appointed Arup, the industry leader in environmental consultancy, to... read more →
February 19, 2020