"We were very pleased with the work Planning Solutions Consulting in conjunction with Rubicon Regeneration carried out for us on Hastings Castle. The Local Government Association funded the work, an initial assessment of the work needed to undertake a c£6m major...
Testimonials
Hannah Thompson, Tourism & Heritage Officer, Blaby District Council
"In 2021 PSC undertook a Boat Trip and Water Taxi Feasibility Study on behalf of Blaby District Council, with the purpose of understanding the potential for a water based experience on the canal. Despite the impact of the coronavirus pandemic the study was conducted...
John Little, For and on behalf of the Board of Trustees, Cambridge Museum of Technology
"During 2021, PSC undertook an assignment for Cambridge Museum of Technology, funded by a grant from Architectural Heritage Fund. The assignment looked at business and income opportunities generally in the wake of the recent pandemic and its economic consequences, but...
Judith Adams, Chair, Epping Forest Heritage Trust
“In 2019, the newly formed Epping Forest Heritage Trust received support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to enable us as an organization to ‘Raise our Game’ in terms of management and governance and in respect of our operations, following the merger of two...
James Harman, Project Manager, Severn Trent
“PSCL were recently selected as a consultant to complete a master planning and visitor attraction development research project at one of our primary visitor sites. This piece of work has been a massive success and the information gathered is helping to shape the site...
Norma Forrest, Marketing & Communications, Waterways Ireland
“PSCL carried out a contract for Waterways Ireland to look at the market potential and sustainable options to restore and develop a waterside site in Clones. I found PSCL to be very competent on this project. Their execution, tone and commitment were faultless. Their...
Dr Kathy Talbot, Trustee, Tenby Museum and Art Gallery
"Planning Solutions Consulting Ltd was selected to carry out an Options Appraisal on the future of Tenby Museum and Art Gallery. The scope of the work included the Museum's future governance, strategic future and location. We found Richard Linington and Kevin Brown...
Paula Harbridge, Tourism Manager, Thanet District Council
"We recently commissioned Planning Solutions Consulting to revisit the Ramsgate Beach Club Feasibility Study that they developed for Thanet District Council in 2015. Due to the length of time since the first report we needed to refresh and review the study in the...
Dympna Condra, Tourism & Economic Development Officer, Monaghan County Council
Project: Tourism Action Plan "Planning Solutions Consulting was appointed to develop a tourism action plan for a rural location in north county Monaghan. Despite the challenges posed by Covid 19 restrictions and the impact this had on site visits, consultations etc,...
Kerry Vicker, Project Officer, Prosperity and Development, Rhondda Cynon Taf CBC
Project: Rhondda Tunnel Visitor Attraction Business Case and Penetration Rate Analysis "The approach to the business case was thorough, well-researched and considered, resulting in a well-executed document. PSC were responsive to client needs and queries, keeping to...
Alex Holmes, Visitor Economy Manager, Warwickshire County Council
Project: George Eliot Visitor Centre Business Plan "We commissioned PSC to support our client team comprising County Council officers, and volunteers from the George Eliot Fellowship, and Griff House Preservation Trust, to develop a viable business plan for a new...
Mark Hopgood, Senior Place Development and Investment Project Lead, Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council
Project: Soft market testing for the redevelopment of the Regent Cinema in Redcar "We commissioned PSC to undertake a soft market testing exercise for the Council’s redevelopment of the Regent Cinema in Redcar. PSC were very proactive throughout the process and kept...
Tor Lawrence, CEO, Sussex Wildlife Trust
“PSC supported us to create a business plan for a new visitor centre at Rye Harbour. This built on work we had carried out, but ensured a well-researched and more thorough approach than we had capacity or experience to deliver ourselves. Kevin and Richard bring direct...
Karleigh Davies, Destination Management and Marketing Manager, Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council
“Planning Solutions Consulting carried out master planning exercise for the proposed future development of Cefn Coed Colliery, a heritage attraction located in the Dulais Valley, South Wales. From start to finish we were impressed with the knowledge, experience and...
Lynne Richards, Destination Development Manager, Newport City Council
Project: Gwent Levels Visitor Accommodation Study “I was extremely pleased with professionalism and thoroughness of the work done by Planning Solutions Consulting. The brief was a difficult one dealing with environmental constraints and stakeholder sensitivities. Even...
Morrigan Mason, Museums Development Manager, Carmarthenshire County Council
“Planning Solutions Consulting Ltd were our preferred supplier following a highly competitive procurement process and demonstrated an edge in their knowledge, experience and insights throughout the whole consultation. The combination of operational and business...
Mike Cavanagh, Head of Cultural, Leisure, Tourism and Registration Services Pembrokeshire County Council
"Pembrokeshire County Council, in conjunction with a partnership of public, private and third sector organisations, procured PSC to develop a robust feasibility study assessing the potential of Haverfordwest Castle to become a flagship heritage attraction. This was a...
Chris Buggy, Countryside Projects Manager, Wokingham Borough Council
“PSC have worked with us on two projects. Firstly a project to analyse and advise on future management options for our Countryside Service and secondly a project to detail business opportunities within our Country Parks portfolio. Richard and Kevin provided a personal...
















