InExeter
Business Improvement District
We celebrate the city, champion and support local business and deliver change.
Our Projects
The city of inExeter.
InExeter is a business improvement district company. We celebrate the city, support local business and deliver change.
A small city that packs a big punch, Exeter is one of the most vibrant, attractive and historically interesting cities in England. InExeter is the business improvement district (BID) for Exeter city centre. We’re the organisation supporting and championing businesses, celebrating the city and delivering change.
Nationally, BIDs generate more than £750m, which is invested in delivering local initiatives and improvements over and above those mandated by local authorities. The Exeter BID comprises over 750 businesses, varying in sector, with the majority being retail and hospitality organisations. The Exeter BID was set up in 2015 and our current term runs 1 April 2020 to 31 March 2025.
Why we exist.
Support
We exist to better Exeter. Businesses within the BID area collectively invest in the success and future of Exeter through InExeter. Our purpose is to support the city, championing the businesses and deliver projects that improve the city for all. This includes working closely with city stakeholders including Exeter City Council, Exeter Chamber of Commerce, Devon County Council.
People
InExeter is governed by a Board of Directors who are volunteers representing their sector or area. They are responsible for the effective delivery of the business projects and services and driving forward InExeter’s vision and objectives.
Place
A city at the heart of the South West with rich heritage, culture, arts & entertainment. InExeter is now in its second term and is working hard to deliver the business plan for its levy payers, supporting all local business, helping their businesses to thrive.
Hospitality
Exeter has a real sense of individuality, proud locals embrace its varied cultural scene, and the diverse mix of eateries means it is renowned as one of the foodie capitals of the South West. InExeter promotes the city as a hospitality destination.
Retail
The BID area comprises over 750 businesses, varying in sector, with the majority being retail and hospitality organisations. The Exeter BID was set up in 2015 and our current term runs 1 April 2020 to 31 March 2025
Events
Exeter’s vibrant arts scene sets it firmly on the map as the cultural centre of the South West. There are events for all ages throughout the year at an amazing range of venues. InExeter work in Partnership with Visit Exeter the Destination Marketing Organisation for Exeter to promote the city and what is going on.
Journey
InExeter delivers a range of projects to support the city, working in close partnership and effective collaboration with organisations, groups and businesses across the city ensuring its resilience and strength.
What we do.
A Business Improvement District (BID) is a business-led and business-funded body formed to improve a defined commercial area. InExeter is an independent company run by businesses for the benefit of local businesses. The levy fund collected is invested directly back into the area.
Our Objectives.
We aim to transform Exeter for everyone who works, lives or visits here. InExeter businesses and stakeholders come together to set these development priorities. They form the basis of the Exeters BID plans. Our initiatives focus on four themes; Enhanced Environment, Safer Centre, Better Business and Distinctive Destination.
Welcoming & Attractive Streets
InExeter plays a vital role in ensuring the cleanliness and vibrancy of the streetscape. Experience, enjoyment and perception of our city streets should be positive and welcoming. We also invest heavily in landscaping, planting and greening initiatives.
Evening Economy
InExeter commissioned Night Time Economy Solutions to work on a strategy for the evening and night time economy. The outputs from this will lead to our application for Purple Flag status. We are working to enhance the experience of Exeter in the evening.
Supporting & Informing business
InExeter are gatekeepers for a vast amount of key city centre data including footfall, vacancy rates, new business openings, spend and gift card sales.
Experiences
To drive footfall and encourage longer dwell times InExeter work to deliver a calendar of activity, animation and experiences throughout the year. InExeter celebrate and champion city businesses and work in partnership with Visit Exeter to promote the city.
Get involved.
Exeter’s vibrant arts scene sets it firmly on the map as the cultural centre of the South West. Whether you’re a theatre lover, music buff, foodie or art enthusiast, Exeter’s packed calendar of events has something for everyone. Take a look below at some of the eclectic range of events.
Upcoming EventsSupport Local.
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How we are doing this.
Meet the Team
The InExeter Board is made up of representatives of businesses and organisations in the InExeter area who are liable to pay the BID levy. All organisations liable to pay the BID levy are automatically company members.
Our Projects
InExeter is moving from strength to strength, delivering events to encourage footfall, campaigns to promote the city, programmes to support business, initiatives to enhance our streets and running sessions to connect our member businesses.
Contact us
InExeter welcomes ideas, news and feedback from our levy paying businesses.
What we are.
InExeter strives to drive footfall and encourage longer dwell times, working to deliver a calendar of activity, animation and experiences throughout the year. InExeter celebrate and champion city businesses and work in partnership with Visit Exeter to promote the city.
