News & What’s On
The latest from across the Quarter
19 January 2026
Outreach Reminder
Recent weather conditions have made it even harder for those facing homelessness and sleeping on the streets. A reminder that if you are concerned about someone that is sleeping on the…
19 January 2026
Deposit Return Scheme
Starting in 2027, a small deposit will be added to drinks cans and plastic bottles, which consumers can reclaim by returning the empty containers for recycling. The scheme represents a major move…
5 January 2026
Loxton Walk Update
The Portman Estate has secured three new high-profile operators to join the line-up at Loxton Walk – Marylebone’s newest open-air retail and leisure destination set to open from early 2026….
5 January 2026
FREE Waste Audits For Businesses
Start the year with a fresh look at your business’ waste and recycling practices with a free waste audit, as part of Smarter Recycling If your business is signed up…
1 December 2025
Overnight Levy
Last week, the Government announced plans to give Mayors in cities across England the power to implement a levy on overnight trips. Under the plans, the levy could apply to…
1 December 2025
New Martyn’s Law
We have launched a new webpage featuring the latest news and useful resources about the forthcoming Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Bill, also known as Martyn’s Law. This new legislation was given Royal Assent back in April, with…
1 December 2025
Extra Security Patrols
Extra Patrols This Christmas Season The festive season is one of the busiest times of year for our district, and we’re committed to keeping the Baker Street and Marylebone area safe and…
1 December 2025
Recycling Webinar
Our Smarter Recycling partner, Recorra, is hosting its annual Christmas webinar this week on how to reduce your carbon footprint this festive season. ‘Sleighbells and Supply Chains: Unwrapping the Carbon Footprint of Christmas’ Recorra’s Kirsten Zoe Smith and…
17 November 2025
Summer in the Square Private Party Hire
A chance to book your team party next summer! Our unique private hire spaces are available during Summer in the Square, 7-12 July, in beautiful Portman Square Garden. The private…
17 November 2025
Smarter Giving Round-Up
Our Smarter Giving programme builds connections between businesses and charities, community groups and schools, facilitating activities and donations to support families, young people and members of the local community. Here…
17 November 2025
Disused Toilets Revamped
The public toilets on Marylebone Road – both men’s and women’s – had been closed for many years and had unfortunately become a hotspot for antisocial behaviour. We liaised with…
17 November 2025
Marylebone on Display
We were delighted that our Marylebone on Display project was recognised recently as Community Investment Fund Project of the Year at Chiltern Railways 2025 Community Awards! The project works with…
6 November 2025
Charity Raffle 2025 – Have You Got Your Tickets Yet?
There are lots of incredible prizes to be won in this year’s Charity Raffle, this year raising funds for our Charity of the Year, Central London Samaritans. The prize list…
3 November 2025
Outreach Update
This quarter saw a reduction in activity across the area, particularly around Marylebone and Baker Street stations. The team engaged with several individuals – one on Melcombe Street was successfully…
3 November 2025
Crime Prevention Update
In the lead up to Christmas, we will be funding extra security patrols across the area to keep people safe as it becomes busier with shoppers, workers and visitors for…
3 November 2025
Combatting Phone Theft
We are teaming up with the Police Safer Neighbourhoods Team and Safer Business Network to deliver a phone-marking session outside of 55 Baker Street on Wednesday 12 November, 12.00-2.00pm. …
3 November 2025
Christmas Lights
Our Christmas light displays are back for another season, brightening up every corner of the Quarter! Starting from Thursday 6 November, Portman Square and Manchester Square will sparkle with fairy…
20 October 2025
AccessAble Reminder
Did you know that our AccessAble destination page for the Baker Street and Marylebone Area provides detailed information to help everyone enjoy travelling to, and through, the area with confidence…
20 October 2025
Strengthening Security Partnerships
Earlier this month, we attended a special event at Scotland Yard for the signing of important data-sharing agreements between the Metropolitan Police, ourselves and our fellow BIDs across Westminster, and…
8 October 2025
Art in Marylebone and Marble Arch
This October, together with our partners Marble Arch London and Portman Marylebone, we’re celebrating Art in Marylebone & Marble Arch. From world-class museums and established galleries to contemporary spaces and…
6 October 2025
Sustainable City Charter
We’re proud to announce that we have become a Strategic Partner of Westminster City Council’s Sustainable City Charter. As a partner, we are committed to helping our members become charter…
6 October 2025
Phone Snatching Update
We are aware that there have been some incidents of phone snatching just outside of our area at the gateway stations of Bond Street, with thieves targeting commuters exiting the…
6 October 2025
Central London Samaritans
Darren Hall, Head of Branch Operations at Central London Samaritans, based in Salisbury Place, has recently provided the following statement addressing press coverage since July concerning the wider Samaritans organisation: …
22 September 2025
George’s Pocket Park
With works beginning on improvements to the public realm on George Street and Manchester Street, we will sadly be saying goodbye to our Tuesday and Wednesday lunchtime food trader in…