COVID-19 Hub Advice Centre
Welcome to the dedicated information hub designed to keep you up to date with the latest on COVID-19 within the Town Centre. The hub is the go-to site for Government updates. You can also see the latest store openings by clicking on the 'Store Reopening Tracker' in the menu at the top of the page. Please support us where you can and get in touch via melanie@solihullbid.co.uk
COVID-19 Advice Centre
NEW Updates
- Minister for Regional Growth and Local Government announces £20 million new funding to help businesses across England get back on track. Small and medium sized businesses in England can access grants between £1,000 - £5,000 for new equipment and technology and specialist advice.
- In England, you must wear a face covering by law in the following settings: public transport; indoor transport hubs; shops and supermarkets; indoor shopping centres; banks, building societies, and post offices.
- Businesses including Bowling alleys, Indoor skating rinks, Casinos, Exhibition halls and conference centres can re-open on 15th August.
Click below to view these updates and much more information.
It's a huge Yes to BID Term 3!
Solihull BID has secured a new five-year term representing the town centre following a successful renewal ballot of 457 member businesses. The confidential postal ballot conducted by UK Engage closed on October 31.
A total of 90.35% voted in favour of the Solihull BID continuing, with 96.27% in rateable value. The turnout was 56.89%.
A big thank you to all of the businesses that returned their votes and continue to support our work in the town centre.
About the BID
The Solihull Business Improvement District is the foundation on which we can build an even greater town centre for all. For the past ten years, we’ve grown, inspired and innovated. Resulting in a reduction in crime, increase in footfall and the introduction of a thriving independent scene, plus much more
Upcoming events
Boosting both footfall and visitor spending. Events play a key role in putting Solihull and its businesses firmly on the map. Head over to the Events page to find a variety of different things to do
Solihull Directory
Solihull is famous as an attractive and friendly destination for premium brand shopping with hundreds of UK, international and boutique retailers packed into a cosmopolitan, leafy town centre known for its relaxed contemporary café, restaurant and entertainment culture. Discover what Solihull has to offer below
Latest news
Find out about all of the current events and happenings from around the Solihull area below. If you would like news about your business featured on our website, please contact us
Living Space Housing ramps up production to deliver 580 affordable homes over the next two years
POSTED: 6 August 2020
Solihull-based Living Space Housing has re-forecasted its business plan, in order to ramp up the production of affordable homes over the next two years. The company is delivering 580 affordable houses, apartments and bungalows, with a total value of £72m across the Midlands, Bedfordshire and Oxfordshire.
Solihull BID provide town centre shoppers with free hand sanitisers and face masks
POSTED: 3 August 2020
Visitors to Solihull town centre have been welcomed with free hand sanitisers and face masks thanks to a joined-up project launched by Solihull BID and Solihull Council funded through the European Regional Development Fund’s (ERDF) Reopening High Streets Safely Fund.
GANT reclaims preppy style while seeking inspiration from the great outdoors
POSTED: 1 August 2020
GANT is reclaiming preppy style, a look it pioneered 70 years ago that still continues to be a timeless fashion trend today.
