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The Orpington 1st Magazine
The Spring 2019 Edition of The Orpington 1st Magazine is available to read online now...
Reduce your costs with Orpington 1st & CD Waste
Take advantage of the services available to you as BID levy payer and switch to the BID's waste management partner.
BID Business Surgery with Jo Johnson MP
Local MP Jo Johnson has teamed up with Orpington 1st Business improvement District to host a brand-new Business surgery.
Rotary Club of Orpington Charter Night
The Rotary Club of Orpington was chartered in March 1939 and held a dinner to celebrate its 80th Anniversary
National inspectors praise local care home
A national care watchdog has given a care home in Orpington its seal of approval, with relatives and residents praising the caring and attentive team members.
London Mayor drops into Orpington's BR6 Restaurant
Staff and students at London South East Colleges’ BR6 Restaurant and Bakehouse in Orpington welcomed a very special guest through their doors last Friday (April 12).
Learn more about Parkinson’s at Orpington care home
A local care home is opening its doors to the public for a free Parkinson’s awareness event. On Friday 3rd May, from 2pm-4pm, the people of Orpington will have the opportunity to find out more about Parkinson’s and the support on
Southeastern begins discussions to extend franchise
Department for Transport has started discussions with Southeastern about an extension of the current franchise, to allow more time to review and award a winner for the next South Eastern franchise
London Deputy Mayor Visits Orpington
Orpington 1st were delighted to host a visit from The Deputy Mayor of London for Business, Rajesh Agrawal, on 27th March.
Holy Innocents' Primary School benefits from fundraising boost
Bristol Street Motors Orpington Ford is supporting the Parents and Friends Association (PFA) of Holy Innocents’ Catholic Primary School with its fundraising to help provide extra resources for the local school.
104-year-old Orpington resident reveals the secret to a long life
A resident at a care home in Orpington celebrated her 104th birthday and revealed the secret to a long and happy life.
Orpington's Finest celebrate at annual awards
The red carpet was rolled out to welcome the best in business on Thursday evening at the borough’s largest awards ceremony.
BR6 to transform into an ‘Indian Kitchen Supper Club’ for one night only!
Inspirational Chef and restaurateur Asma Khan will be visiting London South East Colleges’ BR6 Restaurant in Orpington on Wednesday 24 April to support students with a special fundraising event.
Brexit Business Resource Hub
To support businesses, the London Growth Hub and the Mayor of London have launched a new Brexit Business Resource Hub.
Historic Friendship Agreement signed in Bromley
The Worshipful Mayor of Bromley, Councillor Kim Botting FRSA, and the Mayor of Thunder Bay, Councillor Kristen Oliver, have signed an agreement marking more than 100 years of friendship.
Bromley Mayor visits Saxon centre to present Rotarian donation
The Mayor of Bromley, Councillor Kim Botting, visited the Saxon Centre (Age Concern) in Orpington on Monday 11th March to meet clients of the Centre.
Students Step Into Prime Minister's Shoes at Number 10
Nineteen Harris Experience students from Year 10 and Year 9 went to 10 Downing Street recently where they had a tour of the house, a careers panel discussion and took part in a variety of activities where they stepped into the Pri
Hospitality students rise to the challenge of the Blueprint Café
Students from London South East Colleges’ Hospitality, Food and Enterprise Career College staged an exciting ‘restaurant takeover’ yesterday at London’s prestigious Blueprint Café when they ran their complete lunchtime and afterno
Orpington 1st - InLink partnership
Orpington 1st have partnered with InLink to provide BID levy payers with a 30% discount on digital advertising.
The Orpington 1st Magazine - Spring 2019
Shining a spotlight on local businesses, looking back at Light Up Orpington & The Orpington Santa Dash, looking forward to Enchanted Festival and much more...!
Business Rates Relief Update
The government has issued local authorities with more details on the "Retail" Rates Relief.
The Orpington Launches Supper Club
We are very excited to be launching our very first Supper Club on Thursday 24 January from 6pm, then every Thursday evening afterwards.
Orpington Loyalty Card
The Orpington Loyalty Card has undergone a revamp. Introducing, Orpington Options... but don't worry, you can still use your Orpington Loyalty Card to take advantage of the same deals.
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Business Rates Relief Update
The London Borough of Bromley has written to all businesses it believes may be eligible for the "Retail" Rates Relief. If you believe you are eligible for the relief but have not applied then contact the council.
Planning application submitted for London Aerospace and Technology College
Following the latest successful public consultation, a planning application has now been submitted to the London Borough of Bromley, seeking permission for a pioneering aerospace college to be built at London Biggin Hill Airport.
Free of charge Nordic Walking
Nordic walking at High Elms Golf Course
Orpington St John Ambulance Demonstrate How to Save Lives
Volunteers from the Orpington Unit of St John Ambulance have spent the last three months demonstrating first aid to local residents so that they have the skills to save lives.
Extra 20% off selected lines at Julian Charles
Drop by Julian Charles Orpington and check out the incredible savings on a beautiful range of bedding.