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Letchworth Bid

About Letchworth Bid

A Business Improvement District or BID is a formal partnership between local authorities and local businesses, who come together to make and deliver plans to improve trade and footfall within their town centre. BIDs have developed nationally over the last 12 years and must be agreed by ballot; they are funded in whole, or in part, by a levy additional to the non-domestic rates.

The BID Company is here to act as a voice for local businesses to tackle issues related to both footfall and offer. Our mission is to restore the world’s first Garden City to its place as a unique and inspirational destination for all to enjoy; attractive, social, innovative, creative, convenient and most of all thriving.

Richard Harbon - Letchworth BID Manager

Message from the Bid Manager

“I’m excited to have been appointed as manager of Love Letchworth.

I’ve been involved in the local community for a long time, and want to celebrate the many things that Letchworth has to offer.

The Love Letchworth team and I have lots of enthusiasm, energy and ideas.

We’re looking forward to working with the local traders and the people of Letchworth to deliver a fun-filled year that puts Letchworth on the map.”

Richard Harbon, Bid Manager

Meet the Team

Specifically, the BID Company’s plan focusses on four streams of activity/projects:

What's on in Letchworth

Upcoming Town Centre Events

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