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This was
one of the first Adverts for the Information Centre.
It was on
an Official Street Map of Glossop and found in the attic of
the Bulls Head by the Landlady
(Note the
address and telephone number)
The
first professional manager of the Glossop Tourist Information Centre
was
Brenda McCabe.
It
then moved to Victoria Street "The Gatehouse" in 1992.
It was officially opened by the Duke of Devonshire 12th March 1993.
In 2002 it was nolonger run by a professional Manager, but was manned by five excellent
part time
staff, aided by a dedicated committee, who are also voluntary.
Financially,
the High Peak Borough Council provide a modest grant, and annual subscriptions
from members of the "Glossop and District Association for Tourism" (mostly
local B & B
establishments), and retail sales to the general public, which also play
an important part in sustaining the service.
Owing to the re-development of the Howard Town Mill, The Glossop TIC had to find a new home by October 2005. After discussions between the G&DAFT Committee, The Heritage Centre Directors, and High Peak Borough Council, it was decided that the ideal situation would be for the Heritage Centre to provide rented accommodation on the ground floor of their premises in Henry Street.
The ground floor was re-furbished with the financial help of High Peak Borough Council.
The Victoria Street site closed it’s doors on Friday 28th. October 2006, and, after the energetic efforts of staff & volunteers from both parties, re-opened in Henry Street on Wednesday 2nd. November 2006.
The Committee and Staff look forward to many years of this joint venture.
The interior sales area was also change to a new format
.
.