What is Devon Tourism Self Catering Group?

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How it works

Property owners and managers join the group by paying a membership fee. In return, they receive access to benefits such as industry newsletters, legal updates, marketing support, and exclusive partner discounts.

The association's leadership engages with local councils, tourism boards like Visit Devon, and national government bodies to represent the collective voice of the self-catering industry on matters of policy, taxation, and planning. It also organizes meetings, workshops, and events to foster a sense of community and facilitate knowledge sharing among members.

Why it matters

For self-catering operators in Devon, the group provides crucial support and a unified voice in a complex regulatory landscape. It helps individual hosts and small businesses stay informed about legal requirements and industry trends they might otherwise miss.

By advocating for favorable conditions for tourism, the association contributes to the economic health and sustainability of the visitor economy in Devon, benefiting both its members and the wider community.

Examples

• The group sends out an urgent bulletin to all members explaining new fire safety legislation for holiday lets in England.
• A new holiday cottage owner in Dartmoor joins the group to get advice on local planning regulations and effective marketing strategies.
• The association lobbies the local council against a proposed tourist tax that could negatively impact booking numbers for its members along the Jurassic Coast.
• During a regional meeting, a member with a property in Salcombe shares successful tactics for securing off-season bookings, which other members can then adopt.