We know the cost of living crisis is affecting many of you, from keeping a tight control on cash flow, to supporting your employees and signposting them to resources, while... read more →
We know that empty vacant units create negative perceptions of a town centre, and that’s why we’ve been tracking the number of ground floor vacant units for just over a... read more →
Following our annual meeting, we would like to let you know of a few changes to our Board of Directors. We would like to wholeheartedly thank Sam Eastwood, Chair of Kingston... read more →
Shop Manager White Stuff - Kingston upon Thames, GB Full Time APPLY HERE White Stuff is a multi-channel brand with a strong heritage and values. Established in 1985 we... read more →
Kingston First, the town centre's Business Improvement District, are seeking some temporary workers over the summer to assist with the set up of public spaces and activities on offer in... read more →
For this Member Spotlight, we are catching up with the folk at Kingston stalwart Rotunda. We hear all about them dipping their toes into the world of film, as well... read more →
Dwell time measures the duration of time that a visitor spends in a town centre, shopping centre or individual store. The reason dwell time is important is the growing body... read more →
We caught up with husband-and-wife team, Sam and Alex Berry established local restaurateurs, mixologists, and entrepreneurs from Surbiton. They run Bone Idyll, a new bar, distillery and gin school. New... read more →
We are currently recruiting for new directors to join Kingston First’s voluntary board. We are looking for people who are passionate and knowledgeable about supporting Kingston town centre and... read more →
We will be holding our Annual Meeting on 27th July. 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 →

