Jul 25

Blog | Member Spotlight | Oseyo, Korean Supermarket

This week we hear from the UK’s largest Asian retailer Oseyo. They tell us all about their exciting product ranges, as well as their vision for the store. Recently, you might have heard or seen from your friends, socials, TV or cinema about BTS, Blackpink, Squid Game, Kimchi, Bulgogi, Korean... read more →
  • July 25, 2023
Jul 25

Update | Single-use Plastic Ban, What You Need to Know

Did you know that from 1 October 2023 businesses will no longer be allowed to supply, sell or offer most single-use plastics in England? Businesses have until that date to use up any current stock, and the ban includes selling them online and over the counter (this includes when given... read more →
  • July 25, 2023
Jul 11

Blog | Member Spotlight | Jo Malone

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 unique fragrances and luxury products to the masses. This week we hear about their long history, some of their unique... read more →
  • July 11, 2023
Jul 07

Blog | Indie’s, we need you!

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 the town, too many at the expense of independents can result in a town losing its identity, a lack of community... read more →
  • July 7, 2023
Jul 03

Update | Kingston First Annual Meeting, 6th September 2023

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 documents for the meeting: Agenda – Download Annual Audited Accounts 2022/23 - Download Minutes from last years meeting – Download Date:... read more →
  • July 3, 2023
Jun 28

Blog | Kingston upon Thames Crowned as Top Borough for Vitality

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; Economy & Business, Living and Health, and Environment (see below), and uses 18 datasets to assess the vitality of boroughs.... read more →
  • June 28, 2023
Jun 19

Blog | What We Delivered for You in 2022-23

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 Kingston businesses and working with local partners and stakeholders, we have achieved a lot in an often difficult and uncertain... read more →
  • June 19, 2023
Jun 09
May 30

Update | Kingston upon Thames’ riverside businesses take proactive steps to ensure an amazing summer season for visitors

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 (RNLI) as part of a collaboration with Kingston First. Training, combined with previous courses in first aid, fire safety, and counter-terrorism,... read more →
  • May 30, 2023
May 25

Update | Eagle Brewery Wharf Design Proposals Published

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 with nature. Landscape architects Farrer Huxley have now been appointed to take the project forward, bringing the feedback received from previous... read more →
  • May 25, 2023
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