Sep 16
Aug 26

Exclusive Keep It Kingston Car Parking Offers for our members

Kingston First members* have access to some exclusive, specially negotiated discounts at two of Kingston’s most convenient parking spots, NCP Fairfield and Q Park Eden Walk. We offer daily discounted rates (great if you want some flexibility) or season tickets for both car parks. For NCP, you can get a... read more →
  • August 26, 2021
Aug 25

‘Social Spaces’ arrive in the town centre

Creating a vibrant and welcoming town centre is very important to its success, and it’s a key part of our commitment to our businesses. One of the ways we are supporting this aim is through our Social Spaces project. The project has been organised by Kingston First in partnership with... read more →
  • August 25, 2021
Aug 23
Out of Order Art

Recruiting for new board directors

We're looking for new directors to join Kingston First's voluntary board. This is a pivotal time as we emerge from the pandemic and plan for the future. We're looking for people who are passionate and knowledgeable about Kingston town centre and supporting businesses, as well as able to commit time... read more →
  • August 23, 2021
Aug 16
Aug 13

Blog | Member Spotlight | Mash Media | August 2021

For this month's Member Spotlight, we hear from Julian Agostini, MD of Mash Media, who saw their events industry business change overnight as the pandemic took hold last year. "There is something thrilling and appealing, to humanity, about the idea of survival, especially against the odds. Think about how many TV... read more →
  • August 13, 2021
Aug 05
Bacchus Late Bar

Blog | Member Spotlight | Bacchus | July 2021

For this month's Member Spotlight, we hear from Lewis Farrell, owner of Bacchus Late Bar on Union Street, who, despite a hugely challenging year were able to hit the ground running as soon as restrictions lifted. "To say the last year has been a challenge would really be an understatement... read more →
  • August 5, 2021
Jul 22
Post Office

Blog | Member Spotlight | Post Office | July 2021

For this month's Member Spotlight, we hear from the recently relocated Post Office, who have been under the leadership of the Post Master Siva for almost twenty years! "The Post Master of the Kingston Upon Thames Branch Office Mr A.Sivabalan (Siva) has accrued nearly two decades experience in running the combined Post Office and... read more →
  • July 22, 2021
Jul 13

Reflections on Reopening 2021

On 12th April 2021 (week 15), the government's roadmap out of lockdown kicked off, with the reopening of outdoor hospitality and much positivity from everyone, including the team here at Kingston First! Three months on and we are reflecting on how it has gone. Our reopening campaign was a success,... read more →
  • July 13, 2021
Jun 29

Winning artwork announced for new sculpture trail in the town centre

Seven contemporary sculptures have been selected to be installed in Kingston town centre as part of a new sculpture trail arriving this summer. An open call saw nearly forty submissions from artists from Kingston and beyond to be considered by the sculpture trail selection panel, which included two local students... read more →
  • June 29, 2021
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