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
Update | Kingston First Board Announcements
Following our annual meeting, we would like to let you know of a few changes to our Board of Directors.... read more →
August 17, 2022
Job Listing | White Stuff – Shop Manager Vacancy
Shop Manager White Stuff - Kingston upon Thames, GB Full Time APPLY HERE White Stuff is a multi-channel brand with... read more →
August 17, 2022
Temporary event set up support required in Kingston over summer
Kingston First, the town centre's Business Improvement District, are seeking some temporary workers over the summer to assist with the... read more →
August 1, 2022
Blog | Member Spotlight | Rotunda
For this Member Spotlight, we are catching up with the folk at Kingston stalwart Rotunda. We hear all about them... read more →
July 27, 2022
Blog | Dwell time: What is it and how can you increase it?
Dwell time measures the duration of time that a visitor spends in a town centre, shopping centre or individual store.... read more →
July 12, 2022
Blog | Member Spotlight | Bone Idyll
We caught up with husband-and-wife team, Sam and Alex Berry established local restaurateurs, mixologists, and entrepreneurs from Surbiton. They run... read more →
June 29, 2022
Update | Advertising For New Board Directors
We are currently recruiting for new directors to join Kingston First’s voluntary board. We are looking for people who are... read more →
June 28, 2022
Update | Kingston First Annual Meeting, 27th July 2022
We will be holding our Annual Meeting on 27th July. The meeting is open to all members. If you wish... read more →
June 28, 2022
Update | Sculpture Trail Winner ‘Party Animal’ Permanently Installed
Last week, a new piece of public artwork for Kingston upon Thames was permanently installed in the Ancient Market Place;... read more →
June 22, 2022
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 and events below.
