Examples of Case Studies

The LEADER + Programme operated in many rural areas across Scotland from 2000 to 2006. The following case studies reflect the types of projects possible under LEADER.

Making Tracks

Making Tracks is a newly established nature-based tourism project for the south of Scotland. The project aims to encourage groups of farmers and land-based businesses to work collaboratively with mainstream tourism businesses and attractions to develop or enhance sustainable visitor attractions or other businesses providing nature-based tourism facilities and services.

Spring Fling 2006

Spring Fling, the hugely popular open studio event now in its fourth year, is taking place again in Dumfries & Galloway this May bank holiday. Over the weekend of 27 - 29 May visitors will receive a warm welcome in all the 64 studios taking part, where they can watch artists and craftmakers at work, ask questions and buy a special piece of work directly from the studio. This initiative was funded by Scottish Enterprise and LEADER.

Borders Reivers Festival

Project led by Hawick Tourist Association with a cultural festival to celebrate Reivers heritage in March 2003 and supported by LEADER.

Improving Rural Transport in South Lanarkshire

The Rural Development Trust was set up to identify and provide solutions to rural transport needs. It is a not-for-profit enterprise with charitable status that combines commercial expertise with public sector contract income. The Community Bus Scheme improves access to transport for community groups. It improves accessibility for rural-based groups, particularly those supporting the younger and older age groups. The Trust has also investigated the use of renewable resources.

Penicuik Town Hall Open for Business

The revamped Penicuik Town Hall is now open for business.

A £20,000 grant from Tyne Esk Leader+ was used to upgrade the main hall on the first floor including installation of an impressive sound and lighting system, and decoration.

Shetland Serpentine Drama

Summer Tour of remote islands of Shetland involving the training of young people and the community in production techniques

Orkney Hofn Youth Centre

Provides an insight into the development of a community based renewable energy project on the island of Westray in Orkney, completed in March 2003