Working Together for Wakefield City Centre

Welcome to Wakefield BID – the organisation delivering projects, investment and support for Wakefield city centre on behalf of its levy-paying businesses.

How it works

Established in 2017, we represent over 400 city-centre organisations and have already invested over £1.5 million into enhancing our local area. As a part of a national movement that began in 2004, we’re focused on bringing fresh ideas and improvements that go above and beyond the usual, from vibrant events and street art to enhanced security and cleaner streets.

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latest news

Wakefield Post Office new location at The Springs in the city centre
Wakefield Post Office Reopens in City Centre at The Springs

When Wakefield’s city centre Post Office closed, people noticed. Following a strong local campaign to

10
Apr
Wakefield’s Best Bar None Awards 2026

Wakefield’s hospitality scene took centre stage as businesses, teams and individuals came together for an

20
Mar
Wakefield BID Announces Team Update for 2026

Wakefield BID would like to share an update regarding changes within the organisation and reaffirm

16
Mar
January 2026 city centre update – what it means for Wakefield businesses

January is always a reset month. After the Christmas rush, household budgets tighten and footfall

09
Feb
Cathedral Quarter proposals – what this means for Wakefield city centre

You may have seen recent announcements from Wakefield Council about a long-term regeneration vision for

05
Feb
Crime and ASB at a Four-Year Low in Wakefield City Centre

At Wakefield BID, we work closely with West Yorkshire Police and Wakefield Council to support

04
Feb
Wakefield BID Supporting Businesses During the Rhubarb Festival

The Rhubarb Festival is one of Wakefield’s flagship events, attracting thousands of visitors into the

03
Feb
Rhubarb Food & Drink Trail returns for the 2026 Rhubarb Festival

The countdown is on for Wakefield’s much-loved Rhubarb Festival, returning from Friday 20 to Sunday

28
Jan

april 2026

23apr16:0018:00Wakefield Evening Economy Think TankYour voice. Your sector. Your future in Wakefield.16:00 - 18:00 1-3 Wood St, Wakefield WF1 2EL

may 2026

02may10:0015:00Paws in the City – WakefieldA tail-wagging day out in Wakefield city centre10:00 - 15:00 Northgate, WF1 1HG

27may17:0021:00Wakefield Artwalk17:00 - 21:00 Wakefield City Centre - Various Venues

june 2026

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OUR PLAN FOR THE CITY

Wakefield BID Business Plan

Our Business Plan sets out the priorities, projects and investment that levy-paying businesses voted for. Discover how we’re working together to support the city centre, champion local businesses and help Wakefield continue to grow and thrive.

READ THE BUSINESS PLAN