tourism committee
Industry-led, the Ayrshire Chamber Tourism Committee has representation from all sectors of the industry, further and higher education, Local Authority officials, Scottish Enterprise and Chamber itself.
The Committee appoints Project Groups to carry out identified activity, in line with national and local priorities to developing the tourism product of Ayrshire and Arran.
Committee Update Sept 2008 - download minutes
- The Chamber golf day at Dundonald links was the best ever, and everyone was looked after exceptionally well. However golf club waiting lists are decreasing
- Homecoming Scotland Nostalgia/Big Band weekend. South Ayrshire Council and Scottish Enterprise have been approached for funding. Looking at a cost of £50-£60k with £20k from public sector and balance from private sector and operation of event.
- West Kilbride Craft Town received its first grading of 3 stars. VisitScotland toured all facilities and felt it had 4 star potential. The Outline proposal for The Barony has been approved.
- West Kilbride Craft Town received its first grading of 3 stars. VisitScotland toured all facilities and felt it had 4 star potential. The Outline proposal for The Barony has been approved.
- Menzies Hotel, Irvine has a new Manager, who is very keen to raise the profile of the Hotel. Major upgrade is to a very high standard.
- Date of next meeting 17th December
- Date of next meeting 17th December
Funding
Scottish Enterprise, European, Lottery, Trust Funds and the Local Authorities have helped to fund projects on an individual basis. Ayrshire Chamber helps with secretarial and administrative expenses, events and networking activities.
