Tourism in the Cairngorms National Park - July 2020
14 July 2020
Cairngorms National Park Visitor Survey 2019/2020 – this report contains the final results of the fourth, year long visitor survey and provides information on visitor demographics, behaviour and motivations.
Cairngorms National Park Visitor Survey 2014/2015 – this report contains the final results of the third, year long visitor survey and provides information on visitor demographics, behaviour and motivations. There is also a summary report that shows some of the key facts and figures.
Cairngorms National Park Visitor Survey 2009/2010 – this report contains the final results of a visitor survey carried out throughout the Park in 2009/10. These results will update existing baseline visitor data, and will inform ongoing destination development work and key wider policy areas, including the next National Park Plan (2012-17) and the Local Development Plan.
Tourism and the Cairngorms National Park – published in 2005, this booklet summarises the CNPA’s Strategy for Sustainable Tourism, ie the management of the impact of tourism on the environment, local people and the local economy, and includes the results of an extensive Visitor Survey undertaken in 2003/2004. An update, produced in 2006, gives a snapshot of some of the work progressed.
This document contains the final report from the Cairngorms National Park Authority (Park Authority) Visitor Survey conducted from May 2019 to March 2020. The survey interviewed 2,191 visitors and 71 residents to understand visitor profiles, behaviors, and motivations for visiting the Park Authority. Most visitors came from the UK, enjoyed the scenery and participated in walking. The majority reported positive experiences and said they would recommend a visit to friends. The report also includes recommendations for attracting more visitors, improving transport and digital connectivity, and building on the positive customer service ratings. The survey data was compared to a previous survey that was conducted in 2014/15.
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This document contains the Cairngorms National Park visitor survey facts and figures from 2019/20. The survey found that visitors gave the park a score of 9 out of 10, with 99% recommending it. Most visitors came from Scotland (48%), enjoyed the landscape and scenery (52%), and were repeat visitors (63%). The most popular activities were sightseeing (61%) and low level walking (57%). Most visitors (91%) travelled by car, and stayed for five or more nights (53%). When asked what could be improved, 47% said nothing, but some suggested more public toilets (9%) and better public transport (5%).
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This document contains a Tourism Action Plan for the Cairngorms National Park, covering the years 2017 to 2022. The plan, developed by the Cairngorms Tourism Partnership (CTP), aims to ensure sustainable tourism that benefits both visitors and the local environment. It focuses on several key themes, including leadership, skills development, enhancing the area's assets, engaging and inspiring visitors, and promoting the park internationally. The plan sets out priority actions for the next five years and will be monitored by the CTP and the Cairngorms National Park Authority (Park Authority) to measure progress towards its goals, which include increasing visitor spending, promoting off-peak tourism, and improving visitor satisfaction.
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This document contains a summary of the Cairngorms National Park visitor survey which was conducted in 2014-15. This survey of 2,553 visitors, included face-to-face interviews, quantitative research, and provides information about visitor profiles, visiting behaviour, and visitor experience. The survey found that most visitors were from Scotland, were repeat visitors, and were visiting with partners or family and most visitors stayed at self-catering accommodation with many booking accommodations through the internet and are aware that they are in a national park due to signage. It also indicated that the main reasons for visiting were the beautiful scenery and peacefulness of the area, with activities including sightseeing, walking, and visiting attractions and, in general, facilities were highly rated, that visitor satisfaction was high and were likely to return in the future and overnight visitors spent the most money.
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This document contains facts and figures from a 2014/15 visitor survey in Cairngorms National Park. The survey found that 90% of visitors had positive expectations prior to visiting, and 93% had a positive experience once in the park, giving an average visitor score of 8.8 out of 10. Most visitors loved the park (96%) and would recommend it (98%). The top reasons for visiting were landscape and scenery (35%), walking (18%), and quiet and relaxation (17%). Over half of visitors (51%) felt nothing could be improved, but some suggested longer opening times, cheaper attractions, and better wifi. Most visitors travelled by car or motorhome (90%) and stayed in hotels/motels (25%) or self-catering accommodation (32%).
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This document contains a visitor survey report for the Cairngorms National Park, conducted in August 2010 by CELLO mruk research limited. The survey aims to gather information about visitors, their visit characteristics (such as trip type, length of stay, and activities), expenditure, and their attitudes towards the National Park. The report compares the findings with a previous survey from 2003/04, providing insights into changes in visitor behavior and preferences over time. The survey used face-to-face interviews with both park residents and visitors, as well as a short online questionnaire. The report outlines the methodology, respondent profiles, and detailed research outputs, including data on visitor origins, accommodation choices, transportation, and satisfaction levels. Appendices contain the questionnaires used for both visitors and residents.
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This document contains a summary of the Cairngorms National Park visitor survey from 2009/2010, conducted by the Cairngorms National Park Authority. Over 2,500 people were interviewed, including visitors and residents, and the survey results were compared to a previous survey from 2003/2004. The survey looked at visitor origins, group sizes, ages, holiday lengths, frequency of visits, awareness of the National Park status, reasons for visiting, sources of information, accommodation choices, spending habits and customer service ratings. Overall, the survey provides a snapshot of visitor trends and satisfaction levels within the Cairngorms National Park.
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This document contains an update from 2006 on tourism in the Cairngorms National Park. It highlights the park becoming the first United Kingdom National Park to receive the European Charter for Sustainable Tourism in Protected Areas. The document also touches on environmental management and conservation efforts, like the Green Tourism Business Scheme and a voluntary carbon tax. It also mentions working with communities, area tourism partnerships (ATPs), marketing strategies to promote the Cairngorms, visitor information, and monitoring the impact of tourism. The document then shares contact information for staff associated with tourism at the Cairngorms National Park Authority.
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This document contains an introduction to tourism in the Cairngorms National Park. The Cairngorms National Park Authority was awarded the European Charter for Sustainable Tourism in July 2005, the first in the UK. Tourism is the primary source of income and employment for the park and brings in around 1.4 million visits each year. Most visitors come for holidays or short breaks, spending money on accomodations, food and drink, shopping, entertainment and transport. Many visitors like walking and sightseeing, and at least 75% would like to better understand the park's heritage. The Cairngorms National Park Authority aims to increase awareness of the area and encourage visitors to conserve nature and wildlife by implementing objectives such as working with local organizations to achieve a stronger communication and improving the delivery of advice and training, as well as easier access to financial assistance,
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