Princetown businesses face hardship as Dartmoor Prison’s closure, due to high radon levels, causes a significant drop in visitor numbers and revenue. Dartmoor Village Businesses Fear Disaster as Prison Closure Deters Visitors Dartmoor Prison’s closure hurts the local economy. A pub landlord in Princetown feels the impact; he says the prison’s closure dropped visitor numbers.…
Plans approved revitalize historic Hafod-Morfa Copperworks engine houses. Restoring buildings and new builds will bring retail, exhibits, and connections. Swansea Copperworks Set for Revival: Heritage Project Approved for Engine Houses Swansea approved plans for old engine houses. They are at the Hafod-Morfa Copperworks. The Vivian engine house will get a new floor. Tenants will occupy…
Local councillors aim to maintain year-round access to two public restrooms, supporting tourism and ensuring facilities for residents during off-season. Walton Councillors Advocate Keeping Two Public WCs Open Throughout the Year Hey, listen to this local news. Only the pier toilets stay open all year. The Kino Road toilets are just for summer. Cliff Parade’s…
Essex businesses fear job losses and closures as a key discount reduces. High bills and pandemic losses create more pressure for local owners. Business Rate Discount Cuts Threaten Essex Jobs and Shop Closures Colchester businesses face a problem. Job losses could occur from reduced business rates. The government cut the discount from 75% to 40%.…
Visit North Yorkshire hosts drop-in sessions for local tourism businesses, unveiling a new website and promoting partnership opportunities. Visit North Yorkshire to Stage Tourism Drop-in Sessions for Local Businesses Visit North Yorkshire hosts meetings for local businesses. They want to connect with owners of shops and hotels. Restaurant and tourism businesses can join too. North…
The council leader announced that work on Market Place in Cleethorpes is nearly ready to start, with three major projects in the pipeline. Revamp of Cleethorpes Market Place Set to Begin Soon, Says Council Leader Cleethorpes: The council leader shared that work to transform Market Place is almost ready to kick off. This project is…
Northumberland National Park officials are excited about rising visitor numbers using public transport to explore Hadrian’s Wall. Northumberland National Park Celebrates Increased Visitors via Hadrian’s Wall Bus Northumberland: Park officials are excited about more visitors using public transport. They’ve seen a rise in people taking the Hadrian’s Wall bus. In January, visitor numbers at Hadrian’s…
Devon’s new parking fees anger locals and tourists alike, raising concerns about tourism decline Devon Price Hikes Spark Fury: Will This Kill Tourism? South Devon: Tourists visiting popular spots like Salcombe and Dartmouth will face higher parking fees than locals. South Hams Council has introduced a two-tier parking plan after months of discussions. Residents can…
Welsh tourism businesses struggle amid rising costs and low visitor numbers, risking closures. Wales Faces Crisis as Holiday Hotspots Approach Meltdown Anglesey: Many tourism and hospitality businesses are in trouble. They’re trying hard to survive. Owners are worried about going under. North Wales is facing a tough time. Business owners are dealing with rising costs…
Morocco is emerging as a top holiday spot, challenging the Canary Islands with affordable flights from Manchester The Holiday Destination Rivalling Old Favourites with Flights from Manchester Manchester: Many Brits love holidaying in familiar spots like Spain and Greece. The Canary Islands are especially popular for winter sun, with warm weather year-round. However, Morocco is…
North Wales tourism businesses struggle with rising costs and low visitor numbers, raising fears of a sector collapse before a new tax arrives. Wales’ Holiday Sector Faces Crisis Amid Tourism Tax Concerns North Wales: Thousands of tourism and hospitality businesses are in trouble. Owners are facing a cost and mental health crisis. Many jobs are…
Japanese tourists are spending £12 million less in the Cotswolds, impacting local businesses and tourism. Panic in Cotswolds as Japanese Tourists Face £12m Spending Drop Cotswolds: Japanese tourists are spending much less in the South West. They’re down £12 million compared to a few years ago. This drop is a big deal for local businesses.…
A £6m steam train extension in Bala aims to boost tourism and the local economy Incredible £6m Steam Train Line Set to Transform UK Market Town Bala: A dream to extend a steam railway into a charming market town is underway. They need to raise £4.5 million to make it happen. Planning permission is granted…
Hull and East Yorkshire’s tourism partnership unveils a master plan to boost the visitor economy and attract more tourists. ‘Most Welcoming Place in the Country’ – Hull and East Yorkshire’s Tourism Plan Hull: The region’s tourism partnership has a new plan. It aims to support local businesses and attract more visitors. This will help drive…
The Eden Project in Cornwall will cut 80 jobs due to a significant drop in tourist numbers, marking a decade low. Eden Project Cornwall to Cut Jobs Following Disappointing Year for Tourism Cornwall: The Eden Project is cutting 80 jobs. This comes after a big drop in visitors. It’s the lowest number in ten years.…
The Expanse Hotel in Bridlington has closed, ending a nearly 90-year legacy. Heartbreak as Iconic UK Seaside Town Hotel Closes After Nearly 90 Years Bridlington: A famous hotel has closed its doors after almost 90 years. The Expanse Hotel, a beloved spot, was built in 1937. It has been in the Briggs family for four…
The ambitious plan to enhance Sandwell Valley has hit a snag due to unrealistic income expectations, prompting a review by the council Huge £8m Masterplan to Boost Sandwell Valley Visitors Paused Over Income Targets Sandwell: So, there’s been a bit of a hiccup with the big £8 million plan to draw more visitors to Sandwell…
Weston-super-Mare is set for a £20 million makeover to transform its image and attract visitors with trendy new features One of the UK’s ‘worst seaside towns’ plans to become ‘Shoreditch-on-the-sea’ Weston-super-Mare: This seaside town, often called one of the worst in the UK, is gearing up for a big change. They’ve got a £20 million…
An open meeting aims to gather ideas for restoring Southport Pier, a beloved local landmark closed since 2022 due to safety issues National Support Needed to Revive Merseyside’s Historic Southport Pier Southport: The iconic Southport Pier has been closed since December 2022. It’s a bummer because this place has been a favorite for locals and…
Edinburgh’s new visitor levy will charge tourists £5 per night, aiming to raise funds for the city while sparking debate among local leaders. Edinburgh Tourists to Face Scotland’s First Visitor Levy Charge Soon Edinburgh: So, guess what? Edinburgh’s just approved its first-ever visitor levy! Starting soon, tourists will have to cough up a fiver for…
