Free WiFi Launched in Stirling City Centre
Stirling’s Business Improvement District (Go Forth) and Stirling Council have joined forces to launch a free Wi-Fi service covering the entire city centre.
Article Source: Go Forth Stirling
First Published: 27 September 2021 11:57
Updated: 27 September 2021 11:58
Part-funded by a Council grant of £47,000, and a further £10,000 secured from the Scottish Government’s Regional Recovery Fund, the move marks further local investment in internet connectivity and digital transformation.
It also sees Go Forth Stirling achieve one of the central goals set out in the BID’s original five-year business plan.
The initiative has been hailed as a huge achievement by Go Forth Stirling Project Director Danielle McRorie-Smith who said it will provide fundamental support to Stirling businesses.
Ms McRorie-Smith said: “We’re delighted to be launching this project with our partners as we welcome city centre visitors to shop and take advantage of the wide range of great cafés and restaurants Stirling has to offer.
“Free city centre Wi-Fi is a huge achievement which has taken a lot of planning and organisation with a number of contractors, landlords and authorities putting their weight behind it and I’d like to thank all those involved.
“Go Forth Stirling is committed to promoting Stirling as a Digital City and with a free Wi-Fi network for the public, visitors to Stirling’s city centre no longer need to worry about running out of data when shopping locally.”
Residents and visitors can now access the service via their smartphone or other device.
Covering the outside areas across the city centre BID zone from Dumbarton Road to the Goosecroft Bus station – and a huge range of shopping and visitor attractions, from Thistles to The Stirling Arcade and everything in between, the service is aimed at increasing city centre footfall as well as dwell time.
There are also plans to expand the Wi-Fi to further areas outwith the city centre in the coming months.
Convener of Stirling Council’s Finance and Economy Committee, Cllr Margaret Brisley said: “Stirling Council continues to invest in the city centre to ensure it is an attractive destination for residents, businesses and visitors alike.
“The introduction of free Wi-Fi is just one element of significant planned investment in and around the city centre over the next few years to support the city and its businesses to recover and flourish.”
Vice Convener, Cllr Alison Laurie said: “Stirling has a reputation as a great digital space, as well as a great physical space to visit and do business, and providing digital infrastructure and connectivity is a vital part of the Council’s plans to attract investment and consolidate projects already under way.
“As we continue to consider the long-term effects of COVID-19 on the economy, this project will play a vital role in connecting communities, businesses and residents like never before, helping them emerge stronger as part of our thriving city centre.”
Image: Stirling WiFi Launch - From left to right are Jitka Fleglova of Stirling BID, Cllr Margaret Brisley of Stirling Council and Danielle McRorie-Smith of Stirling BID. Pictured in Stirling's King Street.
Latest Stirling News
Great Scottish Run Balck Friday Offer
Great Scottish Run have announced their Greatest Black Friday deal and this is one you don't want to miss!
Out East Festival announces epic line up
Today, organisers of Out East Festival have announced the musical line-up for 2022’s family-friendly extravaganza in Dalkeith Country Park.
The 29th French Film Festival UK adds online section
The organisers of the French Film Festival UK are delighted to reveal an exciting new edition of the online programme which will run from Friday 3rd to Sunday 12th December.
Stirling Celebrates St Andrews Day with New Caledonia Festival
The Caledonia Festival, showcasing a wide range of grassroots and emerging talent, takes place next Tuesday November 30th – St Andrew’s Day.
Win a coaching session with Scottish rugby international Hamish Watson
Entries are now open to junior teams across Scotland to win the chance to be put through their paces by Scotland international Hamish Watson at DAM Health Stadium in 2022.
Make it Maldron this panto season
After last year's postponement, Scotland's biggest pantomime is back, and to celebrate, the city's newest hotel Maldron Hotel Glasgow City, has announced a special Theatre package offer!
Go Forth Stirling secures cash injection to revamp shopfronts in Stirling
Go Forth Stirling is providing Stirling’s traders with a £50K cash injection to transform the city’s shopfronts.
Connect Music Festival set for 2022 reboot
DF Concerts & Events have announced an exciting new addition to the festival calendar - Connect, which will take place between 26th-28th August 2022!
Quarriers launches box of hope appeal to support homeless young people
Quarriers is appealing for donations to help homeless young people across Scotland to receive a gift over the festive period.
Virtual Christmas styling tips event with Dobbies
Dobbies' Style Expert, Rebecca Stanton, will host a free virtual event to get customers in the festive spirit with a Christmas Your Way live decoration demonstration.
IRN BRU Carnival launches search for ambassadors
Five Carnival super fans will get unlimited access to the biggest show in town!
The Lion King returns to the Edinburgh Playhouse
The Edinburgh Playhouse in coordination with The Walt Disney Company UK has today announced that the award-winning musical THE LION KING will roar back into Edinburgh next summer.
A Great Day Out in Scotland
A NEW campaign encouraging people across Scotland to experience a Great Day Out across the country this winter by taking advantage of a 50% discount offer has been launched by VisitScotland.
Carving out a Greener Future
Local families are invited along to Raploch’s Oak Garden on Saturday 27th November to have a go at stone carving.
Dobbies gets into the festive spirit with a Christmas Shopping Night
Dobbies, the UK's leading garden centre, is inviting shoppers across Scotland to join them for extended shopping hours to raise funds for Teenage Cancer Trust.
Perth Christmas Wonderland announces charity partnership with PKAVS
Perth’s newest lighting trail experience invites the community of Perth to get festive and give back this Christmas.
Book Week Scotland returns for 10th anniversary edition
Book Week Scotland kicks off today, marking the tenth anniversary of the country-wide celebration of reading and writing!
Runrig announce official Watch Party of newly released music documentary
Runrig have announced the official Facebook watch party of their newly released music documentary There Must Be A Place.
Stirling band Constant Follower nominated for a SAMA
Stirling band Constant Follower have been nominated for a prestigious SAMA at this year's awards. The awards opened at 12pm on 7th and will close on Wednesday 10th November at 5pm.
Broadway comes to Dunblane
Dunblane’s Rubber Chicken Theatre will return to the stage this weekend as part of a global event celebrating local theatre.
Dobbies teams up with the National Trust for Scotland for latest podcast episode
Dobbies has teamed up with the National Trust for Scotland, to give listeners the inside track on what it takes to maintain its 38 beautiful gardens all year round.
Tickets go on sale for The Scottish Wedding Show 2022!
Ring the bells and summon the brides and grooms to be, the Scottish Wedding Show is back with tickets on sale for Scotland's largest wedding showcase on sale now!
The Scottish Caravan, Motorhome & Holiday Home Show returns for 2022
Scotland's largest caravan, motorhome and holiday home exhibition is back, returning to the SEC, Glasgow from 3-6 February 2022.
Dobbies spreads festive joy this Christmas with Not Your Average Community campaign
In the festive spirit of giving, Dobbies has launched a new campaign to share some joy in the run up to Christmas.
itison Drive in Movies Christmas is back!
Scotland's original Drive-in returns this Christmas, with your favourite festive classics and two brand new movies!
Kiltwalk set to return to cities across Scotland in 2022
Kiltwalkers will have the chance to put their best foot forward for the charities of their choice next year as the event makes its full physical return across the country!
Bricklive Fantasy Trail Hailed a Success for Stirling
A fantasy trail featuring life-sized brick models has been hailed a success after attracting more than 8,000 visitors to Stirling.
Love Loch Lomond set for busy autumn and winter with new campaign and booking system
Love Loch Lomond, a local destination marketing group, has announced a major new campaign entitled 'Rediscover Loch Lomond' to bring visitors to the area!
Rubber Chicken Theatre pick up 2 awards at Junior Theatre Festival in Birmingham
Dunblane’s Rubber Chicken Theatre picked up not one but two awards at Musical Theatre International’s Junior Theatre Festival in Birmingham on Sunday.
Safety Measures launched as night time economy returns in Stirling
Go Forth Stirling BID and its partners are taking action to assist the industry and ensure people are safe as Stirling gets ready for Hallowe’en celebrations and the reopening of Fubar nightclub.
Sponsored Links
