Provision

Training

Exclusive access to the city-centre learning hub, offering over 200 free, live training courses. Designed to boost employee skills and business performance across a wide range of subjects, from retail management to project management.

Your team can benefit from flexible learning opportunities, with courses available as live webinars that can be taken from anywhere. Upon completion, employees receive a certificate, enhancing their professional development. 

Provision

Meeting Rooms

The Wakefield BID office offers meeting rooms free of charge to levy payers, perfect for meetings and interviews. To book or get more information, please contact us via our office number or email.

Promotion

Events

Wakefield BID hosts a variety of events throughout the year to boost footfall, celebrate the city’s culture, and support local businesses. These events, ranging from large festivals to interactive trails, create opportunities for businesses to engage with residents and visitors, increasing awareness and driving traffic to the city centre. By fostering a vibrant atmosphere, Wakefield BID helps businesses showcase their offerings and contributes to the city’s economic vitality, making Wakefield an attractive destination for all.

PLACE

Wakefield in Bloom

Wakefield in Bloom enhances the city’s appeal with vibrant floral displays, including beautiful planters and hanging baskets strategically placed throughout the city centre, as well as a stunning transformation of the Bull Ring. This initiative creates a welcoming atmosphere, boosts footfall, and supports local businesses by making Wakefield a more attractive and enjoyable destination for both residents and visitors.

Promotion

Wakefield BID Awards

PLACE

Street Rangers

The Wakefield BID Street Rangers enhance the appearance and visitor experience of the city centre. This visible team creates a cleaner and safer environment by providing deep cleaning services, focusing on pavements, walkways, and pedestrian areas, and quickly addressing issues like spillages and graffiti.

Promotion

Ey Up Wakefield

“Ey Up Wakefield,” a dynamic new consumer brand that directly benefits BID members by driving increased footfall and visibility to local businesses. This initiative showcases the city’s unique attractions, events, and offerings, creating a stronger connection between residents, visitors, and Wakefield businesses.

As a BID member, your business will benefit from engaging citywide campaigns, social media promotions, and event integration, all designed to boost local pride and encourage more foot traffic to the city centre. “Ey Up Wakefield” aims to put Wakefield—and your business—firmly on the map.