Common Ridings and Summer Festivals Local Business Survey

Section 1: About Your Business

Frontline has been commissioned by the Scottish Borders Council to undertake an economic impact assessment of eleven Common Ridings and Summer Festivals across the Scottish Borders. This research aims to understand the economic, social and cultural value of these events, including how they impact local businesses, communities and the wider visitor economy.

As part of this we are asking local businesses to share their experience by taking 5-10 minutes to complete our short survey. While we request the business name, all findings will be reported only in aggregate form. No individual business will be identifiable, and no business-specific information will be shared. Click here for a copy of our privacy policy.

Thank you in advance for your time and insights. Your contribution is greatly appreciated.

1.Business name (optional):

2.Number of employees:

Full Time:

Part Time:

4.Is your business seasonal?

Yes

If yes, how many months a year are you open?

6.How does your business operate at the Common Riding /Summer Festival in your area? (tick all that apply)

Pop-up stall / market trader

Temporary premises

Mobile business (e.g. van, catering unit)

Partnering with another business

Delivering services (e.g. entertainment, activities)

Trading as normal

Other (please specify)

7.How directly is your business affected by the Common Riding / Summer Festival events in your area?

My business is located within or very close to the main event area(s)

My business is located elsewhere in the town but outside the main event area(s)

My business is not located in the event area(s), but serves customers there during the event(s)

My business actively trades or participates in the event(s) (e.g. stall, pop-up, catering, entertainment)

My business is not directly connected to the event activity

Don’t know / prefer not to say

8.Does your business operate at any Common Riding/Summer Festival(s) outside your main base (e.g. pop-ups, stalls, mobile trading, temporary presence)?

Yes