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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
Budget summary: what it means for businesses
In this week's budget, it was essential that we heard announcements that supported the economic recovery of town centres and... read more →
March 4, 2021
Kingston First launches first-ever Wellbeing Week
The Covid-19 pandemic has had a huge impact on all of our lives, and with many of us noticing a decline... read more →
February 24, 2021
Lockdown easing: Key dates and information
Yesterday the Prime Minister published a new four step plan to end England’s lockdown. A summary of the key steps and dates can... read more →
February 23, 2021
Blog | Member Spotlight | Banquet Records | February 2021
For our latest member spotlight, we caught up with Jon Tolley, owner of Banquet Records on Eden Street. With Covid-19... read more →
February 22, 2021
Kingston town centre invests in happy spaces
Kingston First and Kingston Council are leading on a public realm initiative to create inclusive happy spaces within the town... read more →
February 12, 2021
The Kingston businesses opening up during a pandemic
With the constant stream of negative news that we’ve been subjected over the last year, it’s easy to forget ‘good... read more →
January 25, 2021
Blog | Member Spotlight | Food For Thought | January 2021
For our latest member spotlight, we caught up with Alan Martin, Owner and Director of Food for Thought, in Kingston... read more →
January 22, 2021
Update on grant payments & further business support
With a range of Kingston council grants out there covering different business types and periods of local restrictions, we've been receiving questions... read more →
January 22, 2021
New lockdown grants and further financial support for businesses
The news of rising numbers of COVID infections across the country and increased restrictions are a sobering start to the... read more →
January 5, 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 below.
