(TAN): The visitor economy of Scotland’s Gigha is getting a boost with a major infrastructure project to improve facilities for motorhomes and campers. Work is underway on the project, to provide a new fully accessible toilet and showering facility with provision for six motorhome hook up points, camping pitches and a motorhome waste disposal point, VisitScotland said.
The total value of the build is GBP 475,491 (USD 660.166) with GBP 201,000 coming from Round 2 of VisitScotland’s Rural Tourism and Infrastructure Fund, administered on behalf of the Scottish Government. The initial contribution was GBP 171,000 but was increased due to the challenges and delays caused by the pandemic.
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The Rural Tourism Infrastructure Fund gives support to projects across the country to help ensure the services and facilities visitors and communities need are provided. This work is crucial so that the impact of tourism on the day-to-day life of communities and infrastructure is considered and supported.
David Adams McGilp, regional director, VisitScotland, said: “I am delighted VisitScotland’s Rural Tourism and Infrastructure Fund is able to commit such a substantial investment to improving Gigha’s facilities and amenities. Visitors can now enjoy the island’s stunning scenery and birdlife in more comfort, reducing the impact on the local community whilst supporting tourism jobs and businesses. Tourism is a force for good – creating economic and social value in Argyll & Bute and enhancing the well-being of everyone who experiences it.”
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Jane Millar, development manager, The Isle of Gigha Heritage Trust said: “We are delighted to have secured funding from the Rural Tourism Infrastructure Fund for the Gigha camp and motorhome project. Gigha currently has an accommodation shortage, which has a knock-on effect on the island’s tourist season. The number of visitors to Gigha has steadily risen from 2015 and during peak times we cannot accommodate all visitors. Therefore, the new facility will be welcomed by visitors who wish to spend more than a day on Gigha.”
