York High Street Forum

More independent stores have been cited by almost a third (29%) of shoppers as a key factor in encouraging them to visit their local high street more often. theindustry.fashion/indies-hold-ke…

Latest roadworks in York. Includes Piccadilly, Micklegate (closure), Peasholme Green, Front Street, Poppleton Road, Danebury Drive, Haxby Road, Poppleton Road and St Benedict Road  westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/10/lat…

Latest York City centre economic health indicators published. Visitor numbers are continuing to decline westfieldnewsfocus.wordpress.com/2026/03/11/new…

PATIENCE, PLEASE! 🤩 We have been patient with these pics from the summer when our home provided the backdrop to filming for fabulous police drama, Patience. With the excellent Ella Maisy Purvis. Available to watch now on @Channel4 #StarringGREATBritain #york @VisitYork

York Residents' Festival returns 31 January – 1 February 2026! 🏛️ An exclusive deal can help raise your profile among York residents and encourage long-term engagement with your venue. 💫 Submit by 8 January 2026 at 12pm: visityork.org/members/events…

There’s nothing quite like a snowy York winter morning ❄️ Soft snow, quiet streets and the city slowly waking up make early starts feel extra special. Come and experience it for yourself this winter. Plan your visit at visityork.org

York Residents' Festival is a valuable time to share a residents-only offer and connect with locals who are actively looking for businesses to support throughout the year. 🎉✨ Submit by 8 January 2026 at 12pm: visityork.org/members/events…

Sad to see yet another shop in the Shambles targeted.

There’s so much to discover in York, why not stay a little longer? ✨ From historic streets to great food and unforgettable experiences, one day is never quite enough. Choose from city-centre hotels, cosy self-catering stays, or camping and glamping just outside the city. Perfect for turning a day trip into a proper getaway. Find your perfect stay: visityork.org/business-direc…

📢 Don't miss the Visit York Tourism Conference 2026, sponsored by @LNER! On 13 January, hear from Sarah Loftus on the year ahead, explore VisitBritain insights with Katerina Rysova and catch the York Business Barometer live before the keynote from Tom Riordan. 🍴 Lunch and optional workshops follow the main programme. 🔗 Book your tickets now: visityork.org/members/events…

We were delighted to show @RachaelMaskell around some of our fabulous small businesses. #SmallBusinessSaturday

Cycle into York this Christmas and enjoy peace of mind while you explore the festive magic! 🎄✨ Supervised, undercover bike parking is available right beside York Minster, provided by York Cycle Campaign. 🚲 📍 Minster Refectory Find out upcoming dates at visityork.org/events/supervi…

⁦@ThatsTVYork⁩ ⁦@MakeItYork⁩ ⁦⁦@joncowap⁩ ⁦@yorkpress⁩ ⁦@BBCYork⁩ @ClareFrisby ⁦@vicwhittamITV⁩ ⁦@daviddunninguk⁩ ⁦@BBCLookNorth⁩ ⁦@DSkaith⁩ ⁦@YorkCycle⁩ Hello York . The Pop Up Supervised Bike Park is Back ! ❤️York

@YorkCycle @VisitYorkBiz @activetraveleng @theyorkbid @JudyIlling Good news for city centre retail workers wanting secure bike parking. Please help spread the word.

York Christmas Market returns... 🎄✨ Immerse yourself in the magic of the season as York's historic streets come alive with festive cheer. Explore the twinkling stalls, savour the seasonal delights, and enjoy the spirit of Christmas. 🎁🎅 📅 Thursday 13th November - Sunday 21st December 2025 Plan your unforgettable festive experience now: visityork.org/christmas

Boots opens new store in York – offering ‘cutting-edge’ hearing care ift.tt/mGtYob2

Make It York is turning 10! 🎉🥂 Join us to celebrate a decade of achievements and the people who made it all possible. Enjoy a welcome drink, great company and a look ahead to the future. 📅 Wednesday 24 September, 5pm–7pm 📍 The Hospitium, Museum Gardens, YO30 7DR 🎟️ Free to attend (2 guests per business) 👉 RSVP: visityork.org/members/events…

After years of uncertainty and closures, the UK’s high streets are showing strong signs of recovery. New analysis from Funding Circle, the UK’s leading SME finance platform, reveals where the high street is thriving@fundingcircle ifamagazine.com/reviving-uk-hi…

York bike protection gets rolling! 🚲 The Mayor, David Skaith, joined Evans Cycles to launch the city centre’s first free secure bike parking, part of his wider push to support cycling and active travel across York. #CycleSafety #EvansCycles #BikeProtection #York