Aug 30

Update | Kingston Carnival, What You Need to Know

Kingston Carnival, organised by Kingston Racial Equalities Council (KREC), will be taking place on Sunday 3rd September. Please see some of the key information below: There will be a procession, music, food and family activities across the town, 12-7pm. As usual, the organisers are planning three stages: one in the Ancient Market Place, and two on... read more →
  • August 30, 2023
Aug 01

Update | New Updates to our Consumer Website

If you have visited our consumer website - kingstonuponthames.info - in the past few days you may have spotted a few changes. These changes have been made to harness the full potential of the consumer brand and keep bringing new users to the site. Here is a taster of some... read more →
  • August 1, 2023
Aug 01

Update | The Impact of ULEZ on Kingston

The Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) is expanding across all London boroughs from 29 August 2023. The impact this is likely to have on Kingston Town Centre has been on everyone's minds, but the evidence we have gathered suggests that it is likely to be limited for most. In July... read more →
  • August 1, 2023
Jul 25

Blog | Member Spotlight | Oseyo, Korean Supermarket

This week we hear from the UK’s largest Asian retailer Oseyo. They tell us all about their exciting product ranges, as well as their vision for the store. Recently, you might have heard or seen from your friends, socials, TV or cinema about BTS, Blackpink, Squid Game, Kimchi, Bulgogi, Korean... read more →
  • July 25, 2023
Jul 25

Update | Single-use Plastic Ban, What You Need to Know

Did you know that from 1 October 2023 businesses will no longer be allowed to supply, sell or offer most single-use plastics in England? Businesses have until that date to use up any current stock, and the ban includes selling them online and over the counter (this includes when given... read more →
  • July 25, 2023
Jul 11

Blog | Member Spotlight | Jo Malone

This week we catch up with the lovely folk at Jo Malone who have been a mainstay on the Kingston High Street for a whopping fifty years, offering up their unique fragrances and luxury products to the masses. This week we hear about their long history, some of their unique... read more →
  • July 11, 2023
Jul 07

Blog | Indie’s, we need you!

The national picture A good mix of national chains vs independent retailers is vital to the health of our town centres. While national chain stores can drive footfall to the town, too many at the expense of independents can result in a town losing its identity, a lack of... read more →
  • July 7, 2023
Jul 03

Update | Kingston First Annual Meeting, 6th September 2023

We will be holding our Annual Meeting on 6th September. The meeting is open to all members. If you wish to register, please email hannah.blackwell@kingstonfirst.co.uk. Please see the below accompanying documents for the meeting: Agenda – Download Annual Audited Accounts 2022/23 - Download Minutes from last years meeting – Download Date:... read more →
  • July 3, 2023
Jun 28

Blog | Kingston upon Thames Crowned as Top Borough for Vitality

Kingston upon Thames has been ranked as the top borough to live and work in Greater London by Lambert Smith Hampton’s Vitality Index 2023. The index looks at 3 pillars; Economy & Business, Living and Health, and Environment (see below), and uses 18 datasets to assess the vitality of boroughs.... read more →
  • June 28, 2023
Jun 19

Blog | What We Delivered for You in 2022-23

As we round off another year, we take a look at what we've achieved and delivered for Kingston businesses and the town in the last 12 months. Through engaging with Kingston businesses and working with local partners and stakeholders, we have achieved a lot in an often difficult and uncertain... read more →
  • June 19, 2023
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