We’re absolutely delighted to see the news that Skipton has been named as the happiest place to live in the UK! We’re all about promoting positivity and continuing to add improvement for our town, so recognition such as this is great to see. What’s not to love about Skipton though?!…

Fire Marshal Training for BID Members This course is designed for those overseeing fire safety and is essential to ensure you learn beat practice within the workplace. It will ensure you learn the correct fire safety regulations and legal requirements in case of an emergency and a swift response is…

A local working group featuring partnered organisations is supporting safety in Skipton this winter with the installation of a temporary CCTV camera in a key town centre location. The Community Safety Working Group for Skipton has announced it has secured funding for a temporary high-definition camera in Skipton Bus Station,…

Giant Nutcracker models are set to take over a series of businesses to bring a magical festive feel into Skipton this Christmas. Fully funded by Skipton BID, the Nutcracker Trail will aim to drive people into the town centre to support the local business community at such an important time…

The latest ‘Buzzing Skipton’ workshop saw a group of young people get creative with poetry, planting and storytelling. Following a successful application to the Vibrant and Sustainable High Streets Fund from the Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, Skipton BID and The Artery are both excited to work alongside local…

The Skipton BID team were pleased to deliver a programme of Halloween events to encourage families into the town centre over the half term period. In line with the Business Improvement District’s (BID) objectives and Business Plan, the team planned and organised both a trail and pop-up event to drive…

Spooky season is fast approaching and the Skipton BID team are excited to announce details of the upcoming Halloween fun on offer in the town. A free pop-up pumpkin patch is set to take over the Canal Basin area from 10am on Wednesday, October 29th – bringing a traditional Halloween…

Free Halloween fun in Skipton Join free Halloween fun for all the family in Skipton this year! From a pop-up pumpkin patch bringing a traditional feel into the town centre, to a mystery monster trail featuring ghosts and ghouls, there’s plenty on offer for Skipton’s spooky season! Visit the Welcome…

A new project, designed to energise Skipton high street and enhance public spaces, is now well underway in the town centre. Following a successful application to the Vibrant and Sustainable High Streets Fund from the Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, Skipton BID and The Artery are both excited to…