Rural Business Forum: The Tourism Levy – Investing in Rural Futures
Wed 23 Sept · 10:30
Aberfoyle Memorial Hall
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The Rural Business Forum will be held at Aberfoyle Memorial Hall on Wednesday 23 September 2026, with proceedings commencing at 10:30am. The event centres on Stirling’s newly introduced tourism levy and its ramifications for rural enterprises and local communities. Industry experts alongside policymakers will examine how the levy might be channelled into investment in local infrastructure and essential services. This session presents an opportunity for business owners and stakeholders to pose questions and offer their own viewpoints. Admission is free of charge, and the forum is designed to facilitate networking among those operating within the rural economy. Attendees can expect to gain a clearer understanding of the levy’s potential impact and to contribute to the discussion on how best to harness these funds for the benefit of the region. The gathering aims to foster collaboration and dialogue between the public and private sectors, ensuring that rural voices are heard in the ongoing conversation about sustainable local development.
The event will feature a focused discussion on the Visitor Levy and its implications for Stirling's tourism and hospitality sector, led by industry experts and policymakers. This session will provide practical guidance and resources to help attendees prepare for the levy's impact. Following the presentation, there will be an open Q&A session where attendees can engage directly with the speakers and share their views.
The Rural Business Forum is a free event, and admission is open to all. The event concludes with a networking lunch, offering an opportunity to connect with fellow businesses and sector stakeholders. Attendees can expect to gain a clearer understanding of the levy's potential impact and to contribute to the discussion on how best to harness these funds for the benefit of the region.
The event will take place at Aberfoyle Memorial Hall in Stirling, with proceedings commencing at 10:30am on Wednesday 23 September 2026.
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Rural Business Forum: The Tourism Levy – Investing in Rural Futures takes place on Wednesday, 23 September 2026 at 10:30.
Rural Business Forum: The Tourism Levy – Investing in Rural Futures is held at Aberfoyle Memorial Hall in Stirling (Trossachs Road, Aberfoyle, FK8 3SW).
Entry to Rural Business Forum: The Tourism Levy – Investing in Rural Futures is free.
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Rural Business Forum: The Tourism Levy – Investing in Rural Futures
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The Rural Business Forum will be held at Aberfoyle Memorial Hall on Wednesday 23 September 2026, with proceedings commencing at 10:30am. The event centres on Stirling’s newly introduced tourism levy and its ramifications for rural enterprises and local communities. Industry experts alongside policymakers will examine how the levy might be channelled into investment in local infrastructure and essential services. This session presents an opportunity for business owners and stakeholders to pose questions and offer their own viewpoints. Admission is free of charge, and the forum is designed to facilitate networking among those operating within the rural economy. Attendees can expect to gain a clearer understanding of the levy’s potential impact and to contribute to the discussion on how best to harness these funds for the benefit of the region. The gathering aims to foster collaboration and dialogue between the public and private sectors, ensuring that rural voices are heard in the ongoing conversation about sustainable local development.
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The event will feature a focused discussion on the Visitor Levy and its implications for Stirling's tourism and hospitality sector, led by industry experts and policymakers. This session will provide practical guidance and resources to help attendees prepare for the levy's impact. Following the presentation, there will be an open Q&A session where attendees can engage directly with the speakers and share their views.
The Rural Business Forum is a free event, and admission is open to all. The event concludes with a networking lunch, offering an opportunity to connect with fellow businesses and sector stakeholders. Attendees can expect to gain a clearer understanding of the levy's potential impact and to contribute to the discussion on how best to harness these funds for the benefit of the region.
The event will take place at Aberfoyle Memorial Hall in Stirling, with proceedings commencing at 10:30am on Wednesday 23 September 2026.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Rural Business Forum: The Tourism Levy – Investing in Rural Futures?
Rural Business Forum: The Tourism Levy – Investing in Rural Futures takes place on Wednesday, 23 September 2026 at 10:30.
Where is Rural Business Forum: The Tourism Levy – Investing in Rural Futures taking place?
Rural Business Forum: The Tourism Levy – Investing in Rural Futures is held at Aberfoyle Memorial Hall in Stirling (Trossachs Road, Aberfoyle, FK8 3SW).
How much are tickets for Rural Business Forum: The Tourism Levy – Investing in Rural Futures?
Entry to Rural Business Forum: The Tourism Levy – Investing in Rural Futures is free.
How do I get tickets for Rural Business Forum: The Tourism Levy – Investing in Rural Futures?
Tickets for Rural Business Forum: The Tourism Levy – Investing in Rural Futures can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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