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Emmerdale Tours Boost Local Economy by Millions
29 Oct
Summary
- Emmerdale tours attract over 40,000 visitors annually.
- The visitor experience contributes £7.7m to the local economy.
- ITV seeks to continue the popular tours beyond current permission.
Producers of the long-running soap opera Emmerdale are aiming to secure the future of its highly successful visitor tours. These tours, which have been operating for over a decade, attract more than 40,000 visitors annually to the show's set in Harewood, Leeds.
The experience offers fans an exclusive look behind the scenes of the fictional Emmerdale village. The tours contribute a significant £7.7m to the local tourist economy each year.
ITV Studios has submitted a new application to Leeds City Council to continue the popular two-hour tours. The current planning permission is nearing its expiration date. This application also includes a request to allow visitors to access the site by bicycle or on foot, moving away from the previous reliance on coach travel.
Separately, ITV has also applied for permanent filming consent at Stub House and Burdon Head Farm, which is currently under consultation until November 13. The Emmerdale show itself has been broadcasting since October 1972 and is enjoyed by millions across 120 countries.
