Welcome to York High Street Forum
Championing Local. Connecting Community. Shaping the Future.
York High Street Forum is a volunteer-led community initiative bringing together local business owners, residents, and supporters to celebrate and support the heart of our historic city — the high street.
We believe York’s high streets are more than shopping destinations — they’re places where stories are shared, creativity thrives, and community spirit shines.
Whether you run an independent shop, support local trade, or simply love the buzz of York’s unique streets, you’re in the right place.
What We Do
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Support Local Businesses – We work closely with independent retailers, service providers, and hospitality venues to help them thrive.
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Connect the Community – Through meetups, newsletters, and partnerships, we encourage everyone to get involved and be part of something positive.
- Represent members’ views and ideas to relevant bodies where challenging issues arise
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Champion York’s High Street Heritage – We’re proud of York’s past, and we’re passionate about shaping a future that keeps it thriving.
Get Involved
Love local? So do we.
You can join us as:
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A Local Business Member – Get support, visibility, and a say in local projects.
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A Community Partner – Help us run events, share ideas, and make things happen.
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A Sponsor or Supporter – contribute funding, or resources to help us grow.
Every bit of support makes a difference.