Lower Wensleydale Business Network

If we provide information & leadership & promote discussion; if we pull together the knowledge, experience & strength of local business people, we can create opportunities that will benefit not only our own businesses, but also the whole local community.

The outcome of these reports resulted in the following:

■ Develop an identity that is in keeping with the conservation design guides and management plans for the area.

■ Introduce the high quality visitor offer to a wider audience.

■ Encourage day visitors to stay in the area for longer and re-visit the area to patronise other events, attractions and services.

■ Raise the awareness of heritage and cultural assets, events and attractions.

■ Encourage greater use of local services and facilities by residents and the wider communities.

■ Support the long-term sustainability of the rural economy, creating and safeguarding employment to strengthen the economy.

■ Support businesses to grow and realise their potential.