Support for tourism businesses
Working together to grow the Ryedale visitor economy
Ryedale District Council is investing in the growth and development of new and established tourism, leisure and hospitality businesses to create new employment and career opportunities.
Tourism contributes at least £318 million to the Ryedale economy each year supporting 7,550 jobs, 31% of the population. The tourism industry therefore plays a vital role in supporting livelihoods and facilitating economic development and inward investment, which are essential to making the area an attractive place in which to live, work and play - as well as visit.
The visitor economy is not only important in Ryedale; it is also now recognised as a key mechanism for economic development and regeneration across the UK. In view of this, we work closely with Welcome to Yorkshire and neighbouring local authorities to ensure the "product" is marketed nationally and internationally and visitors enjoy their experience in Ryedale.
