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Indian summer on cards for wigwam village

A NORTHUMBERLAND WIGWAM village is preparing to expand to cope with growing tourist demand.

The Pot-a-Doodle Do Wigwam Village on Borewell Farm, Scremerston, Berwick upon Tweed, has received £40,500 funding through the Coast and Lowlands Local Action Group to make large-scale changes to its infrastructure and landscaping.

The business had been struggling to cope with demand for group accommodation during the high season and is now looking forward to a lucrative future.

One North East RDPE Manager Adrian Sherwood, said: “The Pot-a-Doodle Do Wigwam Village has been running successfully for several years and this funding will help the business further expand to attract more tourists from non-rural areas, who can also find out more about sustainable living while bringing benefits for the local supply chain and community.”

The wigwam village is the only one of its kind in the region and offers a fun and different alternative to traditional camping holidays taking advantage of some of the most breathtaking coastal scenery in the country.

The wigwam site first opened in 2004 and comes with a restaurant, art centre and play area.

Ivan Hewitt, Local Action Group Coordinator, added: “This funding will help strengthen a successful local business while boosting the supply chain through increased usage of the shop, café and bistro which stores local produce so also supporting local jobs.”

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