Who is eligible for Destination South Ayrshire Grant?

Available in: Scotland. Most relevant to: Hospitality & Tourism, Creative Arts & Media.

What is the deadline for Destination South Ayrshire Grant?

This is a rolling scheme with no fixed deadline.

Destination South Ayrshire Grant

South Ayrshire Council

Description

South Ayrshire Council grant supporting events and initiatives that grow the area's visitor economy or deliver intangible cultural benefits valued by local residents, assessed against the council's key offers and council plan commitments.

Amount

Up to £1,000, or £1,000–£4,950 for larger proposals

Deadline

Rolling / no fixed deadline

Eligibility summary

Available in: Scotland.
Most relevant to: Hospitality & Tourism, Creative Arts & Media.

Notes: Two funding tiers: smaller awards up to £1,000, and larger awards of £1,000–£4,950 for more substantial proposals. Re-verified 20 Aug 2026: the most recent round covered events between 11 June 2026 and 31 March 2027 and closed for applications with an assessment panel review on 26 May 2026 — the council's page now states 'THIS GRANT IS NOW CLOSED FOR APPLICATIONS'. Check the council's website for the next round's opening date.
Requirement: Established community groups, businesses, charities and organisations in South Ayrshire (excluding schools and parent councils) proposing an event or initiative with visitor-economy or cultural benefit, assessed on contribution to council plan commitments, economic/cultural benefit, and value for money.

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How to apply

Applications are currently closed; check South Ayrshire Council's website for the next round, when you'll be able to apply describing the proposed event or initiative and its expected visitor-economy or cultural benefit.

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Last verified: 20 August 2026. See the footer disclaimer — this is general information, not financial or tax advice.