Value of Tourism
Tourism has traditionally been perceived as a ‘hidden industry' in Leicester and Leicestershire. However, with the latest figures showing that the industry contributes over £1.3 billion to the local economy and with strong signs for future growth, it is vital that the industry continues to receive significant investment in the future. For more information of the value of tourism to the Leicester and Leicestershire economy, please download the document below.
Summary of regional STEAM research
The results below summarise the key findings of research undertaken in 2010 on behalf of East Midlands Tourism, emda's regional tourism development body, by Global Tourism Solutions Ltd. Using the Scarborough Tourism Economic Activity Model (STEAM), the report calculates the economic impact of tourism in Leicester and Leicestershire.
