Cairngorms Tourism Partnership meeting notes

This document contains the minutes from the Cairngorms Tourism Partnership's online meeting on 25 February 2026, where they discussed updates from the previous meeting, including a new member joining the group. Key topics covered included the National Park Partnership Plan, which will undergo consultation, and plans to expand the partnership's membership to include more business representatives. They prepared for the summer 2026 season by discussing the upcoming Fire Byelaws, effective from 1 April 2026, which involves ranger training and extensive communication to the public. The meeting also highlighted the success of winter marketing, showing growth in visitor numbers during off-peak months, and an ongoing discussion about the Visitor Levy with various local authorities. Partner updates were shared, including community action plans, winter campaign evaluations, business support, a motor home scheme, and the upcoming 'Lek it Be' campaign for responsible access, with the next meeting scheduled for 3 June 2026.