Quality Grading19 November 2012

Presented by Andy Woodward

Chief Executive

NO Compulsory Scheme

Minimum compliance for properties with

under 6 beds

Only Fire Statement

Two National Grading Schemes

Visit England (Quality In Tourism)

AA (Automobile Association)

52% non-graded (24,000 graded)

The Pink Book

AccommodationKnowHow.co.uk

Introduction Scheme

Why is Grading Important to Farm Stay1)Poor quality historically2)Quality run by outside agency so less staff required by FSUK3)Good properties consider it marketing tool

– poor properties consider it a cost

Why is Grading Challenge to Farm Stay1)Rise of trip advisor 2)Cost of Grading scheme in UK3)Loss of Members vs Increase in management costs