Sustainable Tourism Project - Newquay

Background Experience Newquay is a project promoting sustainable year-round tourism whilst connecting local Cornish communities and visitors with Newquay’s unique identity via cultural activities and programming. The project will support and promote the local creative, leisure and heritage sectors, by providing a bespoke business training programme and supporting local businesses in the development of sustainable activities and itineraries that appeal to locals and visitors alike. As part of the project, cultural infrastructure will be installed in Newquay’s town centre to improve and enhance its use. These interventions in the town will drive footfall to wider businesses and increase dwell time. These experiences will be promoted as a unique attraction to draw visitors to Newquay in the low season. The main aims of the Experience Newquay project are: Increase footfall to town centre from October to March Increase visitor numbers to Newquay area from October to March Reduce CO2 emissions of visitors (transport) Cultural Commissions Experience Newquay wants to commission organisations that will: Develop and deliver events, workshops, talks, exhibition etc in October/November/December 2024 Create installations in Newquay’s town centre Lead on inclusive engagement with participants and audiences Leave a permanent and tangible legacy for the town Create experiences that can be promoted as part of a marketing campaign for out-of-season tourism Aims of commissions Ambitious, innovative & exciting Experiential Celebrating the unique nature and distinctiveness of the autumn and winter seasons Change perception of Newquay Encourages participation Sustainable and low carbon Budget The budget for this project grant is up to £7,500. We encourage organisations to submit proposals for less than the total budget available as value for money will be important. Budgets must cover all expenses, including but not limited to artist fees, materials, fabrication and installation costs.