Author: Vanessa Wegstein

Three is the Magic Number: Annandale Distillery Group Launches New Tri-Site Ticket for Unforgettable Dumfries & Galloway Experience 

As summer begins, the Annandale Distillery Group is thrilled to announce the launch of its new Tri-Site Ticket, offering exceptional value and access to its three multi-award nominated visitor attractions: Annandale Distillery, The Globe Inn, and the Henry Duncan Savings Banks Museum. This exciting initiative invites locals and tourists alike to immerse themselves in the…
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Cycling review marks year a success in South of Scotland

Significant progress was made in 2024 to ensure the South of Scotland achieves its aim of becoming one of the world’s leading cycling destinations. The latest South of Scotland Cycling Partnership Strategy annual review highlights the various achievements and activities by businesses, community groups and public sector across the region over the last 12 months.…
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SSDA March Newsletter 2025

See the SSDA’s new video, catch up on all the news following our annual conference in Peebles, get the details on how to apply for a South of Scotland Thistle Award and so much more in the March newsletter! READ THE MARCH 2025 NEWSLETTER NOW! And if you haven’t signed up to the newsletter, please do…
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Star-studded speaker programme announced for South of Scotland Tourism Conference

Caledonia Park sponsorship announced for fourth South of Scotland Destination Alliance Annual Conference, which will feature speakers from Fáilte Ireland and the Red Hot Chilli Pipers, as well as beloved TV presenter Timmy Mallett Tickets are selling fast for the South of Scotland Destination Alliance’s (SSDA) fourth annual conference, a cornerstone event for tourism professionals and local business leaders…
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SSDA February Newsletter 2025

Catch up with CEO David Hope-Jones’ latest round up on the SSDA’s work and the regional tourism economy, check out upcoming events and stay current with regional tourism economy news.   READ THE FEBRUARY 2025 NEWSLETTER NOW!   And if you haven’t signed up to the newsletter, please do so and you will get our monthly updates…
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SSDA January Newsletter 2025

Catch up with CEO David Hope-Jones’ latest 5 minute round up on the SSDA’s work and the regional tourism economy, check out upcoming events and stay current with regional tourism economy news.   READ THE JANUARY 2025 NEWSLETTER NOW!   And if you haven’t signed up to the newsletter, please do so and you will…
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Scottish Borders Tourism Businesses Invited to Webinar with Center Parcs Chief Corporate Officer

The SSDA invites local tourism businesses to a special digital meeting with the Chief Corporate Officer of Center Parcs UK, Mr Raj Singh-Dehal, to discuss the proposed new Center Parcs holiday village between Hawick and Selkirk.   Thursday 27th February 2025 3.30 – 4.30pm Book your place here   It was announced on the 5th November…
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SSDA to host Webinar with Cairngorms National Park and Visit Cairngorms

The deadline for submissions to the NatureScot consultation on the proposed Galloway National Park is 14th February and we strongly encourage all visitor economy businesses to feed in their views before then.  Take part here.   Visitor economy businesses keen to learn more about the impact of national parks are encouraged to join a webinar…
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SSDA December Newsletter 2024

Read our annual round-up of the year and catch up with the latest news from the SSDA and the regional tourism economy.   READ THE DECEMBER 2024 NEWSLETTER NOW!   And if you haven’t signed up to the newsletter, please do so and you will get our monthly updates delivered directly to your inbox. Subscribe…
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South of Scotland nominated for top global cycling award

The South of Scotland’s efforts to become one of the world’s leading cycling destinations has been recognised with a nomination for a global award. The South has been shortlisted for the inaugural UCI Cycling for All & Sustainability Awards in the UCI Bike City Category. Unlocking the Power of the Bike The submission – entitled…
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