Author Archives: Thomas Wales

Major Investment at The Ridings Car Park Shows Confidence in City Centre

The Ridings Shopping Centre has once again demonstrated its commitment to Wakefield city centre with

Remembering Allan Jones – Wakefield’s Beloved Chestnut Man

You’d often smell the chestnuts before you saw him. Then there he was – Allan

Wakefield College and Wakefield BID Continue to Grow Pride in the City Centre

Wakefield Business Improvement District (BID) has once again teamed up with Wakefield College to bring

Wakefield BID and Safer Wakefield Join National Crime Partnership Network

Wakefield BID is proud to announce that its business crime reduction initiative, Safer Wakefield, has officially

Wakefield BID Backing New Task Force to Tackle Anti-Social Behaviour

Wakefield BID is proud to be playing an active role in a new task force

Jurassic Wakey is Stomping into Wakefield!

From Saturday 24th May to Sunday 1st June, Wakefield will be transformed into a prehistoric

Wakefield Restaurant Week Boosts City Centre Footfall

Wakefield BID’s commitment to championing local hospitality continues with the return of Wakefield Restaurant Week

Crime Figures and Update from Inspector Fraser: Positive Progress in 2025

As we move through 2025, Wakefield continues to see significant efforts aimed at reducing crime

Wakefield BID Recognised as Key Ambassadors for National ‘Ask for Angela’ Scheme

Wakefield BID is excited to announce that Thomas Wales, Chief Executive, and Danny Critchley, Business

Wakefield BID Spotlight 2025: Let’s Celebrate and Look Ahead

We’re excited to announce the Wakefield BID Spotlight 2025, an afternoon dedicated to reflecting on