About the Fund

We welcome applications from groups of tourism businesses operating at a local, regional or national level who will assist the tourism industry in reaching the ambitious 50% tourism revenue growth target by 2015.

All projects applying for funding should contribute to the following objectives:

Increase the number of visitors to Scotland and the overall visitor spend.
Encourage visitors to travel more widely throughout Scotland.
Encourage visitors to travel throughout the whole year.
Develop and support the Scotland brand in key consumer markets.

The Growth Fund can support groups with 40% of approved total marketing costs over a one year period – with a minimum award of £2,500 to a maximum of £65,000 available. (Total project value from £6,250 to £162,500).

The key benefits of receiving VisitScotland Growth Funding include:

40% of your marketing budget funded.
Up to 10% of your total project cost can be used to support project management ie for a project co-ordinator or consultants' fees.
A dedicated advisor who will provide support and guidance throughout the lifetime of your marketing project.
Access to a wealth of knowledge and expertise through the VisitScotland local and national teams.
Access to industry research and statistics.
Access to PR support and guidance upon issue of the funding award.

Further information can be found by clicking on the following links:

Who can apply?

What can be supported?

How to apply?

Initial Enquiry Form