About Hereford BID

Working to enhance, develop and promote our truly distinctive city for the benefit of our members.

Hereford BID Ltd is a not-for-profit private company representing 500 businesses across the city centre. Currently in its 2nd term (2020-2025), Hereford BID is delivering a Business Plan of key projects and schemes voted for by its members.

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What is a BID

A Business Improvement District (BID) is a business-led partnership covering a defined geographic area that delivers an agreed set of services and projects. BIDs began in the UK over a decade ago and now over 300 exist nationwide.

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Meet the Team

Hereford BID is led by business, for business. Our directors are business representatives from a variety of sectors in Hereford and who employ paid members of staff to deliver BID projects and support businesses day-to-day.

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The BID Area

Hereford BID operates in the city centre, in a tightly defined area. Businesses in this area with a rateable value of £10,000 or more automatically become levy-paying BID members but others can apply to become voluntary members.

The bid Area

Your BID

Your Views - We Need Your Input

Help shape the business plan ahead of our renewal ballot in Autumn 2024. Consultation closes 29th March 2024.

1. It's Your BID so this is your opportunity to have your say on the matters important to you.

2. Five Years of Delivery - Including High-Profile Hereford: Promotions and Events, The Hereford Experience - Welcoming, Safe & Clean, Business Voice: Lobbying & Support.

Learn More about the above before your start the survey:

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