Farmers and estate managers in Scotland will be meeting up next month to discuss how they can convert their land into small scale tourism ventures, such as caravan sites. The rural enterprise event, which is being run by the Scottish Rural Property and Business Association could result in several small camping and caravanning sites being set up across the north of the UK, the Land Gazette reports.
Event sponsors Smiths Gore claim that there is a significant potential for farmers to earn extra money by opening up their land to touring holidaymakers.
Craig Miles, planning consultant with the company, said: “Anyone with rural land they feel can be used for outdoor holiday accommodation including chalets, camping ground, caravan pitches, cottages or even a wigwam pitch should come along.”
The event is being held at Carfraemill Caravan Site in Lauder on June 2nd, admission is free and refreshments and lunch will be provided to all those attending.
