Bridlington has gained 49 independent businesses since February, the council says. Over two thirds of 35 run-down properties have seen work or have it planned.

Forty-nine independent businesses have opened in Bridlington since February, the council says. Their arrival sits alongside a campaign to fix up the town’s most run-down buildings.

The Property Pride campaign is run by Bridlington Ambassadors, a community interest company, and the volunteer group Brightening Up Bridlington. They identified 35 properties that needed remedial work. Over two thirds have now been restored, or have work planned or under way. (East Riding of Yorkshire Council, 3 November 2026)

That means at least 24 of the 35. The release does not split finished buildings from those still only planned.

Which buildings have changed?

The council names these:

  • the former Hull Co-operative society building
  • several other commercial properties on King Street
  • the former M&Co building on Prince Street, now a children’s café and fun club
  • a long-abandoned property on Queen Street, being fully restored

The new businesses include restaurants and pubs, children’s clothes stores, a bridal shop and a witch-themed emporium. The council has not published a list of the 49, so we cannot say which they are or how many are in restored buildings.

Two new murals have also gone up in the town, with council support through UK Shared Prosperity funds. They show the town’s history, culture and wildlife.

Why is the council involved?

The groups work with the council’s planning enforcement team where necessary. The campaign is part of Clear Hold Build, a scheme involving Humberside Police and other agencies. It targets serious and organised crime and antisocial behaviour in Bridlington South ward.

Martyn Coltman, a Bridlington Ambassador, said many of the buildings are a century old or more. “Repairs and renovations are a great way to enhance the look of our town and encourage more visitors to the area,” he said.

Councillor Lyn Healing, cabinet member for communities and public protection, said: “We’re proud to support Bridlington to thrive, and to help communities to improve their local area.”

What it means for you

  • Own a tired building? The groups have approached owners of properties they see as run-down, and the council’s enforcement team can get involved.
  • Opened a business this year? Tell us about it. We would like to report more of the 49 by name.
  • Visiting? The Bridlington Ice Trail brings ice sculptures and market stalls to the town on Saturday 14 November.