Wakefield Business Improvement District

The City Centre,
Working Together

Over 400 Wakefield businesses united to invest in events, safety, cleanliness and the future of our city centre — since 2017.

400+ Member Businesses
£1.5M Invested in Wakefield
90+ Safer Wakefield Members
4-yr Crime Low in City Centre
What We Do

Three pillars. One goal.
A better Wakefield.

Every penny of the BID levy is reinvested directly into the city centre — improving the environment, driving footfall, and protecting your business.

Place

The Physical City

Street Rangers deep-cleaning pavements, Wakefield in Bloom floral displays, and ongoing environmental improvements that make the city centre a place people want to be.

Promotion

Getting the Word Out

Festivals, events, and the Ey Up Wakefield consumer marketing campaign — bringing visitors in and putting Wakefield businesses in front of the audiences that matter.

Provision

Support for Members

Free meeting rooms, 200+ live training courses through our city-centre learning hub, and direct business support — the tools your team needs, at no extra cost.

Key Initiatives

Making a difference,
every single day.

From dawn cleaning crews to late-night radio networks, Wakefield BID operates across the full life of the city centre.

Wakefield BID Street Rangers van
Daily Operations

Street Rangers

Our dedicated team is on the ground every morning — deep-cleaning pavements, removing graffiti, clearing spillages and maintaining the environment that our businesses depend on.

Ey Up Wakefield marketing campaign event
Ey Up Wakefield Consumer Marketing

Ey Up Wakefield

Our citywide consumer brand — promoting member businesses through campaigns, social media, and a unified identity that gives Wakefield's independent economy a voice.

Wakefield city centre floral display
City Environment

Wakefield in Bloom

Seasonal planters and floral installations positioned throughout the city centre — small details that make a measurable difference to how visitors experience Wakefield.

Wakefield BID learning hub training session
Member Benefit · Free

City Centre Learning Hub

Over 200 free, live training courses available exclusively to BID levy payers. Customer service, conflict resolution, digital skills, first aid — everything your team needs to grow.

BID Members

400+ businesses.
One city centre.

Every pin on this map is a Wakefield BID member — a business investing in the future of our city. Click any pin to find out more.

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Are you a member?
Contact us to have your business added to the map.

400+
City Centre Members
£1.5M
Invested Since 2017
200+
Free Training Courses
4yr
Crime Low Achieved
What's On

Events in the
City Centre

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29 Jul 2026
5:00pm – 9:00pm

Wakefield Artwalk

A self-guided evening trail through galleries, studios, and venues across the city centre.

30 Sep 2026
5:00pm – 9:00pm

Wakefield Artwalk

The autumn edition — late-night access to art spaces, live music, and city-centre culture.

25 Nov 2026
5:00pm – 9:00pm

Wakefield Artwalk

The festive edition — explore Wakefield's creative spaces as the city lights up for Christmas.

Latest News

From the BID

All News
Post Office official reopening in Wakefield
April 2026 · City Centre

Post Office Returns to Wakefield City Centre

A significant moment for the city — the Post Office officially reopened its doors to serve businesses and residents once again.

Best Bar None Awards Wakefield 2026
March 2026 · Safer Wakefield

Best Bar None Awards 2026 Results

Wakefield's night-time economy businesses celebrated at the annual Best Bar None Awards, recognising excellence in responsible service.

CGI image of the new Wakefield Cathedral Quarter development
February 2026 · Development

Cathedral Quarter: What's Coming to Wakefield

Plans for the Cathedral Quarter development take shape — here's what the regeneration means for businesses and visitors alike.

Get Involved

Be part of something
bigger than your business.

Join Wakefield BID

If your business is within the BID boundary, your levy contribution is already at work. Get in touch to understand your membership, access all your benefits, and play an active role in shaping the city centre.

Get in Touch

Join Safer Wakefield

Connect your business to the city's fastest-growing crime reduction network. Hytera radios, the Safer Wakefield app, facial recognition intelligence, and 24/7 support — from just £30/month.

£30per month
£90quarterly
£360annually
Start Free Trial

Working in Partnership With

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Contact Us

Let's talk about
your business.

Whether you're a levy payer wanting to get more from your membership, a new business in the city, or interested in Safer Wakefield — our team is here to help.

Address 20 Wood St, Wakefield, WF1 2ED
Phone 01924 782337