Ayrshire & Arran Tourism, Help shape future priorities

Ayrshire & Arran Destination Alliance has been working with East, North and South Ayrshire Councils, VisitScotland and Scottish Enterprise to develop a new Regional Visitor Economy Strategy for Ayrshire & Arran. This strategy will take the industry forward to 2030 and reflects:

• the latest thinking from Scottish Government on economic development

• the National Tourism Strategy (Outlook 2030)

• the Ayrshire Regional Economic Partnership where tourism is one of the focus sectors

The strategy has identified four priorities where we as a sector will work together to rebuild and develop a thriving and inclusive visitor economy throughout Ayrshire & Arran:

• Connecting our high quality, memorable experiences with each other, and with our visitors

• Connecting our diverse businesses to grow and build community prosperity

• Using the talent and creativity of our people to regenerate the region

• Enhancing our environment for the benefit of visitors and our communities

With the priorities in place, you are invited to participate in one of four regional workshops to help shape the action plan to deliver the strategy.

At the workshop, one of the members of the Visitor Economy Leadership Group will provide an overview of the strategy and where we are heading. We will then look to get your ideas and suggestions on how each of the priorities in the strategy should be progressed.

The workshops will be held at:

Tues 15th Nov, 1400-1630 – Irvine Townhouse – click to register

Wed 16th Nov, 1000-1230 – Dean Castle, Kilmarnock – click to register

Wed 16th Nov, 1400-1630 - Belleisle Stables, Ayr – click to register

Tue 22nd Nov, 1430-1700 - Auchrannie, Brodick – click to register

Spaces are limited so please, register now to attend one of these free events, using the links above, and make sure your voice is heard in shaping the future of tourism in Ayrshire & Arran!