Councillor Leagh Douglas has welcomed statistics indicating increased bookings and use of Selkirk Victoria Campsite.
The campsite, which is adjacent to Selkirk Leisure Centre, has six hardstanding pitches and fourteen grass pitches.
Statistics provided by Live Borders show revenue at the campsite this summer has increased by around 40 per cent compared to last year.
The data also shows an increase in the number of bookings lasting more than one night. In 2023, 31% of bookings were for more than one night, which increased to 58% in 2024. Bookings of three nights or more have risen from 15% in 2023 to 40% in 2024.
Commenting, Councillor Douglas said: “I am encouraged that Selkirk Victoria Campsite is going from strength to strength. With the facility welcoming more visitors and those visitors staying longer this year, it is clear the campsite is making an increasing contribution to the town.
“The data suggests the campsite is finding its feet as a base for holidaymakers, who, this year, have more often than not stayed more than one night.
“With more visitors spending longer in Selkirk, this is creating an exciting opportunity for local businesses and tourist attractions too. I hope this trend will continue.
“We must continue to support the development of the campsite to benefit Selkirk during the rest of this season and in the years to come.”
