EXCELLENT WAY TO PROMOTE MORE BRIGG EVENTS IN 2016

Brigg Blog would like to congratulate North Lincolnshire Council on stepping up its efforts to promote and publicise as many local events as possible during 2016.

Ken Harrison, a regular contributor to Brigg Blog, and ourselves, have commented many times about Sunday events taking place  in our town and drawing many participants and spectators  (eg rowing, car rallies, 10k races, triathlons) while most of the shops remain shut, despite the potential to tap into an influx of potential customers.

But do businesses always know events are coming up?

That question is the key one. So we were delighted to receive a circular from North Lincolnshire Council, which manages local tourism, in which it urges event organisers to let them know about forthcoming events - for inclusion in the 2016 Events Calendar.
"We would like to hear from event organisers, planners or venues that are holding events across North Lincolnshire," the authority says.
"Whether it’s an annual wedding fair, food festival, fashion show, marathon, historical re-enactment or live music performance, we want to hear from you.
"If your event is selected, you could be added to the Visit North Lincolnshire website events calendar. The website www.visitnorthlincolnshire.com has thousands of visits every month.
"As well as that, there’s also the opportunity for your event to be included in the new Visit North Lincolnshire, Visitor and Accommodation Guide 2016/17 (10,000 copies will be available across North Lincolnshire)."
Get in touch with the tourism team and tell them about your events on 01724 297496 or email charlotte.toplass@northlincs.gov.uk charlotte.toplass@northlincs.gov.uk
Coun Rob Waltham (Brigg & Wolds), Deputy Leader of North Lincolnshire Council, said: “Our events calendar is used by thousands of visitors every month and we want to open this up across North Lincolnshire. 

"We recognise that there are many events that take place throughout the county every month that we aren’t aware of. 

"The events calendar is a fantastic resource that brings all the events together, so we want to ensure that we include as many as possible. 

"If you’re not included in our events calendar and have an event you want to let us know about, get in touch. You could be chosen to be included in our Visitor Guide, which is an amazing opportunity to promote your event.”

Well said, Rob. Oh, and if you are an event organiser, don't forget to let Brigg Blog know and we'll give it an additional mention... at very local level!

Ken Harrison took the above picture prior to the start of the TSW car rally earlier this year, in Brigg Market Place.