BID News

New co-ordinator to bolster Bournemouth’s night-time economy

A new Night-time Economy Co-ordinator has been appointed to help support Bournemouth’s vibrant night scene, with funding from the Bournemouth Town Centre BID and... READ MORE »

Landlords Anna and Michelle toasted as Poole BID confirms backing for ‘Car Nights on Poole Quay'

Poole BID has confirmed its support of the popular ‘Car Nights on Poole Quay' by acting as headline sponsor. It comes after the landlords of two popular local pubs -... READ MORE »

Bournemouth Town Centre BID prepares for summer with a host of activities

With summer just around the corner, Bournemouth Town Centre BID has embarked on a series of actions to enhance the look and feel of the town centre. This will see a range... READ MORE »

What's on in Wimborne? Over 100 activities planned for Discover Wimborne festival

Wimborne will be a buzz of activity in April, as the town holds its annual Discover Wimborne festival. Starting from the 1st April, more than 100 activities will take... READ MORE »

People and place design expert Wayne Hemingway set to speak at Poole BID annual review

Wayne Hemingway, co-founder of HemingwayDesign, is set to be a guest speaker at the Poole Business Improvement District's Annual Review Meeting. HemingwayDesign is a... READ MORE »

New BID proposal for BCP could see £2 million raised from tourism tax

The first Accommodation Business Improvement District in a coastal destination could be coming to Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Around 70 accommodation providers... READ MORE »

Cream of Dorset’s tourism businesses named as finalists in 2023/24 Dorset Tourism Awards

The cream of Dorset’s tourism businesses – from hotels and cafés to museums and caravan parks – are through to the finals of this year’s Dorset Tourism Awards. A... READ MORE »

Town Centre BID steps in to fund Bournemouth’s Christmas lights and help boost festive footfall

BCP Council has announced that it will not be funding Bournemouth’s Christmas lights this year – but the town centre’s Business Improvement District are planning to... READ MORE »

Poole Business Improvement District gains British BIDs accreditation

The Poole Business Improvement District has gained accreditation from British BIDs. Of the three hundred BIDs across the UK, it is one of only 30 to have received the... READ MORE »