The Big Heart of Merthyr Tydfil BID has recently begun its new five-year term. This is exciting for the town centre as it gives us a strong platform moving forward allowing us to help the town flourish and prosper.
The important message that we want to get across is that this is your BID, and we are here to help and support your businesses. We do this by prioritising in key areas – Promoting, Welcoming, Engaging and Transforming, all to increase footfall and make our town more attractive to locals and visitors.
Our aim is to raise our profile through our strong calendar of events, initiatives and marketing campaigns. We continue to build strong relationships with Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council, South Wales Police, St Tydfil Shopping Centre and other organisations to drive through our Business Plan.
Here is a reminder of just some of the goals we achieved during the year:
The Big Heart of Merthyr Tydfil events calendar included:
- Wannanosaurus Wednesday, Superhero Day, Dinosaur Trail, Victorian Fun Day, Chilli Festival, Merthyr Food Festival, Christmas Fun Day, Merthyr Comedy Festival and our many Merthyr Walking Trails, all intended to increase footfall in the town centre
Regular Initiatives
- Summer Floral Displays, Shop Front Improvement Grants, subsidised £1 parking scheme, Free Christmas Parking, Table & Chairs licences for hospitality. All created to make our town more welcoming and attractive to visitors.
The Big Heart of Merthyr Tydfil Marketing Campaigns & More
- New Year New You, Valentines Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Back to School, Christmas Window Displays, 12 Days of Christmas, Independent Retailer Month, BCRP/Pubwatch, The Big Heart of Merthyr Newsletter, Merthyr Gift Card to keep spend in our town, the Merthyr LoyalFree money saving app, Social Media Support Packages, Business advertising on our digital display screens around the town.
