Our Priorities
We are committed to driving positive change in our town centre. Our work is focused on four key priorities, developed through consultation with the business community, and detailed in our Business Plan.
Please see our Year 1 Impact Report for an overview on what’s been achieved in Year 1 of the Godalming BID and detail on the priorities for Year 2. Download our Year 1 Impact report here.
Destination Marketing
Through Discover Godalming, we’re dedicated to promoting the town as a vibrant destination. With powerful storytelling and footfall-driving initiatives, we’re raising Godalming’s profile by showcasing local businesses, events, and attractions. We also champion local businesses by giving them the spotlight, sharing their stories, and highlighting what makes them unique. Our goal is to attract more visitors and create new opportunities for businesses to grow, all through innovative marketing strategies and partnerships.
Want to get involved in these initiatives? Contact us to learn how your business can benefit.
Digital High Street
We’re working to improve mobile connectivity in Godalming and support businesses with better digital tools. We’ve also introduced smart footfall analytics, providing valuable insights into the town’s activity to help understand visitor behaviour, inform decision making and shape future improvements.
Want to learn more about how these insights might help your business? Get in touch today.
Clean & Attractive
Godalming is already a charming, picturesque town, and we’re committed to preserving and enhancing its beauty. Our focus is on maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming spaces that make the town centre a place people want to spend time in, visit more often, and enjoy the full Godalming experience.
Do you have ideas about how we can make Godalming even better? We’d love to hear from you!
Business Support
In these challenging times for small businesses, we’re focused on offering practical support to help reduce costs and strengthen local businesses. Our initiatives include group procurement opportunities to lower expenses, value-add free training to build skills, and support for tackling local issues that impact your business. By working together, businesses also gain a stronger voice in shaping the town's future and securing funding for key projects that benefit the entire community.
Need help with cost-saving or accessing support? Contact us to learn more about the resources available to your business.
