The SSDA is driving forward the national tourism agenda. In a recent article in The Times our CEO wrote about the importance of tourism to the national recovery and the fantastic opportunities it affords from a career perspective. What is needed is a change in approach so that tourism is pushed up the national agenda. …
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Be part of the UK’s biggest celebration of international mountain biking and volunteer with the Enduro World Series Crew in the Tweed Valley, Scotland. The EWS Tweed Valley event is part of an ambitious global calendar – the biggest in the history of the sport. It will see international elite athletes compete in mountain bike…
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On 2nd August 2021 the new Trimontium Museum will open its doors on one of the finest collections of Roman military objects on display anywhere in the UK. This remarkable achievement by the Trimontium Trust is the end result of many years of dedication, hard work, fundraising and meticulous planning. Expert professional support and funding…
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The next phase of the economic regeneration of Galashiels has received a huge boost as South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE) confirm £300,000 worth of funding. The region’s economic and community development agency have pledged to award Energise Galashiels Trust with the grant this year, while Scottish Borders Council has also committed to provide additional funding…
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Golazo Cycling and South of Scotland Destination Alliance were pleased to host the press and media launch for the inaugural edition of Raiders Gravel. Several journalists and key members of the cycling and outdoor adventure community attended the event. A two-day itinerary was designed in partnership with Esther Tacke and Warren Sanders of Galloway Cycling…
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Stranraer’s ambition to redefine itself as a waterfront destination is set to receive a boost this week with the opening of Gateway to Galloway; a community-led visitor information centre and community hub based at Stranraer Harbour. Developed by community organisation, Stranraer Development Trust, Gateway to Galloway is the culmination of three years of planning for…
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As the season picks up speed, so do the activities at SSDA. Earlier this month, our team virtually met with destination groups and representatives from across the South of Scotland. Together, we started to chart a collaborative path forward focussing on branding and innovation. The half-day session put the focus on how we support businesses and…
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With more and more businesses in the South of Scotland reopening and once again welcoming visitors from near and far, we hope you are all well and doing what you do best. Our team has been catching up with partners, members and communities on welcoming back visitors, upcoming plans, and exciting new ideas. Read on for…
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Golazo Cycling UK are excited to unveil Raiders Gravel Galloway. A 4-day international gravel stage race. The event is a uniquely Scottish gravel adventure in the heart of the Galloway Forest Park. The 4-day festival features 3 race stages where riders explore the many corners of the Galloway and Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere taking in…
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WELCOME BACK! It’s reopening week for tourism and hospitality businesses across the South of Scotland and we are wishing you the best of luck. Our team caught up with partners, members and communities on what lies ahead and how we can best support you through recovery planning, extending the season and making the most of…
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