L O C AT I O N If you have your own venue, this is an ideal opportunity to either embellish what you already do or stretch your boundaries to create something different. Consider what assets you have to hand and plan accordingly e.g. informal or fine dining, beer garden or woodland, cocktail bar or conservatory. Your assets may also be your staff: a keen forager, a chef who enjoys a challenge, a nature lover or artist who could participate in an on-site activity. Think outside your usual box!
• Consider whether you need additional help. Now is the time to decide if you need volunteer(s)/paid staff to assist you in running your event. • Scotland is beautiful but its weather unpredictable so do have a Plan B in mind if your event is outside.
• If you are planning an event outdoors, it is important to be
familiar with the area – whether on your own land or by prior arrangement nearby. Give due diligence to accessibility, first aid, health and safety. • Access points are very important. • Decide on a maximum number of participants who can safely and comfortably take part. • Have a plan for car parking, whether there is a requirement for toilet facilities and/or refuse collection, as applicable if outdoors.
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