Tough times or opportunities for tourism?
A survey is underway to ascertain whether the tourism trade in Warwickshire is being affected by the current economic downturn.
Warwickshire County Council recognises that tourism plays a major part of the economy of the county and could be hit hard by the present situation and is working with partners to try and assess the local impact on the tourism and hospitality sector.
Tourism related businesses, including restaurants, pubs, hotels, tourism attractions, and bed and breakfasts are all being asked to take part in a quick survey to help paint a picture of how things are faring in Warwickshire.
Cllr Chris Saint, Warwickshire County Council’s Portfolio Holder for Economic Development, said: “The visitor economy is crucial to Warwickshire, and is the source of many livelihoods, I would therefore urge as many local businesses as possible to take part in this survey.
“We have contacted 1,700 directly, but we know there are many others out there. This work is part of an overall strategy to monitor the state of the economy in Warwickshire during these difficult times.
“It’s important to stress that it’s not all bad news though. There is also the chance to understand what opportunities there are, such as how the strength of the Euro over the pound is helping to drive European tourists to the UK, or on domestic tourism with the ‘stay at home’ effect.”
Anyone who runs a tourism business in the county who has not been contacted about the survey, is urged to get in touch to help create an up to the minute picture of the county and to identify how businesses might be helped.
To take part contact the tourism development team on 01926 414150 or visit http://www.enjoywarwickshire.com to download the survey questionnaire.