This week we catch up with the lovely folk at Jo Malone who have been a mainstay on the Kingston High Street for a whopping fifty years, offering up their... read more →
The national picture A good mix of national chains vs independent retailers is vital to the health of our town centres. While national chain stores can drive footfall to... read more →
We will be holding our Annual Meeting on 6th September. The meeting is open to all members. If you wish to register, please email hannah.blackwell@kingstonfirst.co.uk. Please see the below accompanying... read more →
Kingston upon Thames has been ranked as the top borough to live and work in Greater London by Lambert Smith Hampton’s Vitality Index 2023. The index looks at 3 pillars;... read more →
As we round off another year, we take a look at what we've achieved and delivered for Kingston businesses and the town in the last 12 months. Through engaging with... read more →
This week we catch up with Hotel Chocolat in Church Street. We hear about the owners connection to Kingston, and their mantra of 'More Cocoa, Less Sugar'. Our fabulous store... read more →
Kingston First enhances river safety and rescue readiness of businesses along Kingston upon Thames’ riverside. More than 15 businesses have received special training from the Royal National Lifeboat Institution... read more →
We are proud to be working in partnership with Kingston Council to transform Eagle Brewery Wharf on Kingston’s riverside into a place where everyone can unwind, enjoy and connect... read more →
This week we catch up with new Cinema on the block Curzon in the Bentall Centre. We hear all about the venue including the fascinating origins on the names of... read more →
As you know, we are working with Kingston Council to transform Eagle Brewery Wharf into a place where everyone can unwind, enjoy and connect with nature. We are pleased... read more →