Following the renewal ballot outcome, Stockton BID ceased trading on 6 October 2026. This page provides a financial record for levy payers, a summary of the work supported by the BID and an overview of its legacy projects.
Financial Summary
The financial summary will set out the BID’s income and expenditure, including closure costs and funds committed to legacy projects. It will provide levy payers with a clear record of how their contributions have been used.
The BID Story
Stockton BID was a business-led partnership, bringing levy-paying businesses together to invest in projects and services supporting the town centre. Guided by a board of local business representatives, it worked with businesses and partners to turn shared priorities into practical activity.
During a period of change for Stockton, its work included town centre promotion, events and campaigns, business support and signposting, and partnership working on safety and communication.
Examples of what your levy supported include:
- Stockton in Bloom: 50 hanging baskets supported in 2026, bringing seasonal colour to the town centre.
- Business communication: 15 business radios funded in February 2026 to support town centre communication.
- Connected licensed premises: 50 SchemeLink / PubWatch memberships purchased to help evening licensed premises stay connected, share information and support partnership working.
- Promotion and events: campaigns, trails and event support showcasing businesses and creating reasons to visit Stockton.
- Business partnership: bringing local businesses and partners together to share information, raise concerns and contribute to town centre activity.
Behind this work were business owners, staff, board members and partners who contributed their time, ideas and knowledge. Their involvement helped shape the BID’s work and its final legacy commitments.
The BID Legacy
Before closure, remaining funds were committed to projects supporting local businesses, public spaces, culture and evening safety. Some projects will be delivered after the BID has closed; a funding commitment does not mean the work is already complete.
Green Dragon Yard Project
Artwork and signage to encourage visitors to move from the Urban Park through the town centre and explore beyond the main streets. The project will draw attention to Green Dragon Yard’s hidden historic character and the businesses within it, creating a more welcoming route and encouraging people to discover more of Stockton.
Delivery: Abby & Owen / Trendsetters · Property approvals and listed-building consent position being clarified.
Music Town Mural Project
A lasting creative feature celebrating Stockton’s musical identity and connection to live music.
Delivery: Stockton Calling · Commissioned; delivery planned within the agreed 12-month period.
Town centre event sponsorship
Support for Gathering Sounds, Stockton Calling and Kapow, creating reasons to visit and opportunities for nearby businesses.
Delivery: Respective event organisers · Sponsorship committed for future event delivery.
Shop Small – Win Big - Christmas Campaign - Part 1
A Christmas campaign encouraging shoppers to discover participating businesses and spend locally.
Delivery: Louise Lowes · Campaign planned for November–December 2026.
Christmas animation - Part 2
A Santa experience based at ARC, with activity designed to encourage families to explore more of the town centre.
Delivery: Urban Kaos / ARC · Christmas 2026 activity in development.
Dog Friendly Stockton
Promotion of dog-friendly businesses, window stickers and supplies to help visitors explore Stockton with their dogs.
Delivery: Wags & Whiskers · Legacy budget allocated for campaign delivery.
Street Angels
Support for developing a pilot, including volunteer recruitment, coordination, training, uniforms and equipment.
Delivery: Our Stockton CIC / local partners · Pilot in development; handover arrangements being established.
PubWatch memberships
30 SchemeLink memberships paid forward for eligible renewals and new businesses over the coming year.
Delivery: PubWatch / SchemeLink · Memberships paid forward; allocation arrangements to be confirmed.
Delivery beyond closure - Delivery responsibilities, timescales and reporting arrangements are set out in the individual project agreements. The confirmed route for post-closure enquiries will be added to this page before it is finalised.
Our Stockton CIC is being established as a new organisation to bring businesses and partners together and support future activity. Its registration and handover position will be confirmed before publication of the final page.
