News & What’s On
The latest from across the Quarter
8 January 2024
New Training And Wellbeing Hub Launched!
Today we have launched our exciting new virtual learning hub, offering all employees of member businesses free unlimited access to over 200 courses! With a variety of topics to choose…
8 January 2024
Christmas Charity Giving
As always, our members pulled out all the stops in the lead up to Christmas to support our local community and charity initiatives. Our Toy Drive saw more than 200…
8 January 2024
Join Our Steering Groups
We are inviting new members – representatives from businesses in the area – to join our three steering groups below. Meetings take place three times a year at venues across…
8 January 2024
New Meeting & Events Space
Located at One Great Cumberland Place, just across from Marble Arch with views over Hyde Park, The Orchard is the perfect venue for hosting memorable private and corporate events. The…
14 December 2023
Baker Street Quarter’s Christmas Lights Feature On BBC Radio London
On Wednesday 13 December, our very own Head of Marketing and Communications, Kirsty, featured on BBC Radio London’s special Advent Calendar feature to talk about Baker Street Quarter’s Christmas lights!…
6 December 2023
Santa At Seymour Place!
Santa is inviting children to deliver their very own letter to Santa and Christmas wishes directly to his special post box at 24 Seymour Place! This family-friendly experience offers the…
6 December 2023
Our Partnership With The Passage: Homeless Outreach
We know through speaking to many businesses, as well as members of the wider community, that homelessness is a big concern. As the nights get colder and darker, concern for…
6 December 2023
Inspiring Education And Employment
Last month, Baker Street-based businesses BDO and Knight Frank hosted an afternoon session in the auditorium at 55 Baker Street for a group of year 10 students from Marylebone Boys…
6 December 2023
Accreditation Success
Last month, Baker Street Quarter Partnership succeeded in achieving The BID Foundation Industry Standards kite mark, demonstrating the quality of our work and what we deliver for members. As part…
6 December 2023
Church Of The Year!
St Marylebone Parish Church was presented with the prestigious Church of the Year Award by the National Churches Trust last month, recognising the central role that it plays as a…
24 November 2023
Security And Operations
Following recent events and protests taking place across the capital, we wanted to remind businesses and their employees, particularly those working in security, facilities and operational roles, that we send…
24 November 2023
Night Safety
There are a number of initiatives taking place in Westminster as well as across the capital to boost night time safety – especially important during this period of darker evenings…
24 November 2023
Summer In The Square Wins Award!
We are absolutely thrilled that our Summer in the Square event has been awarded Regional Event of the Year by the National Outdoor Events Association, in a dazzling awards ceremony…
13 November 2023
Local Christmas Events
In addition to our own Christmas Lights and walking tour, there’s plenty going on across the wider area to get you in the festive mood! Chiltern Street This year sees…
13 November 2023
Disability Awareness Training
A FREE online employer workshop on disability inclusion is taking place on Tuesday 21 November, 10.00 – 12.00. The session is aimed at employers in central London and across the…
13 November 2023
Christmas Lights Set To Add Extra Festive Sparkle!
From 20 November, even more of Marylebone’s charming streets will be transformed for the Christmas season as we launch a series of new dazzling festive lights. The displays will include…
13 November 2023
Protect Yourself From Theft
As many are aware, there has been a recent rise in theft incidents across central London. While in this area, crime levels remain low in comparison to other parts of…
13 November 2023
Happy 25th Birthday Home House!
This winter, the iconic Home House private members club on Portman Square is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Known for transforming the landscape of traditional members’ clubs as a haven for…
30 October 2023
Active Bystander Training
TfL is funding hundreds of places on free training sessions to empower people to take action to prevent or reduce harm when they encounter hate crime. The free 3-hour interactive…
30 October 2023
FREE Cycle Training
With the aim of making cycling safe, enjoyable and practical, Westminster Council is offering free cycling courses to anyone who lives, works or studies in Westminster. Sessions are available for…
30 October 2023
Dockless Bike Parking
The new bike parking restrictions with marked and virtual bays for dockless bikes and e-scooters have now gone live in the area south of Marylebone Road, to encourage more responsible…
30 October 2023
Chiltern Railways Public Briefing
Chiltern Railways is hosting a public briefing on 9 November at 18.00 and is extending the invitation to local businesses. The event, also being attended by local MP Nickie Aiken,…
30 October 2023
Make A Difference This Christmas
Baker Street Quarter – Christmas giving initiatives infographic Many of you have taken part in our various Smarter Giving charity activities over the years, with incredible generosity. Whether you are…
18 October 2023
School Career Support
As part of our Smarter Giving programme, we are working with several of our local secondary schools to invite businesses to get involved in their career and apprenticeship programmes coming…