A very Happy New Year to you!
A very Happy New Year to you all. I have now picked up the reins following Kevin's retirement and on behalf of the BID Board would like to thank him for all his hard work. I am really looking forward to helping to deliver the Mission of your BID which is to, 'continuously improve the trading and working environment on the Estates, so that it is a great and safe place to do business and to work.'
I was able to meet many of you a few months ago whilst updating the BID database and I look forward to getting out and about the Estates as much as possible. I can be contacted via email at: office@ferndownanduddens.co.uk and phone: 07776 374292. Please note I work on a part time basis and so will not always be able to pick up your call or respond to your email immediately - however I will always endeavour to get back to you as quickly as possible. I wish you all a very Happy and Healthy 2026.
Welcome
Welcome to the Ferndown and Uddens Business Improvement District (BID). Here you will find the very latest news and opportunities for BID businesses, to help you keep up to date with what the BID can do for you.
The Ferndown and Uddens Business Improvement District (BID) represents the interests, concerns and issues of all levypayers on the Ferndown and Uddens Industrial Estates. A single and coordinated voice, we work to make our Estates a better place to do business. The BID was established in September 2014 and was renewed for a further 5 years in 2024. Of the Business ratepayers in the BID area who voted a large majority of 82.24% voted in favour. The BID status enables the implement a range of specific projects. Click here to read more about these projects.
SERVICES PROVIDED
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SWL SECURITY SERVICES
A specialist patrol service has been commissioned. This service enhances the CCTV provision and has deterred criminal activity.
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POLICE PARTNERSHIP
A partnership with Dorset Police that includes an office base, electric vehicle and drone flights to increase police presence.
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CCTV
A CCTV and ANPR system has been installed across the estates. Professionally monitored 24hrs a day.
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TRAVEL & TRANSPORT
A Travel Plan that includes 22 actions to improve access while reducing the demand for parking and improving access for delivery vehicles.
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SCHOOLS & APPRENTICES
Close relationships with local schools and colleges including the development of a responsive programme with business promoting the estate as a quality location for Apprentices.
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WHO ARE WE?
The BID is run by a Board of Business People from the estates who volunteer their time. Representing different locations, sizes and business sectors.
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SKILLS & TRAINING
An exclusive programme of subsidised training courses has been developed on the estates to enhance essential business skills.
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ENHANCEMENTS
Enhancements to the estates have been made including superfast Broadband, an estates handyman and seasonal decorations.
The 2024 Business Plan was prepared following consultations with businesses on the estates. This shows our overall ambition and the priority areas for action over the five years to 2029.
The BID Board is concerned to ensure that the estates are a safe place to do business. With this in mind, the BID has teamed up with the SW NHS Ambulance Trust to provide Defibrillator machines access the estates. The map shows the location of these machines most of which are open access 24 hours a day. A few are available within named companies. These machines are available in case of emergency and provide clear directions on their use. Click here to download the services map.
