TOTNES CHRISTMAS MARKET AND LATE-NIGHT SHOPPING: EVENT MANAGEMENT 2026-2028
Totnes Town Council is inviting submissions from suitably experienced, skilled and
qualified event management service providers for the coordination and delivery of the
Totnes Christmas Market and Late-Night Shopping events for the years 2026, 2027 and
These events are a much-valued tradition in Totnes and a vital part of the local
economy during the winter period.
Deadline for submissions is 5pm on 31st August. Please send submissions to clerk@totnestowncouncil.gov.uk
Strategic Review of Marketing and Communications, Business Support and Tourism Services – Consultant Brief
Totnes Town Council is commissioning a review of its strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, business support, and tourism promotion functions —focusing on how these align with the Council’s wider role in relation to civic leadership, enabling local democracy, building community trust, and influencing other key stakeholders. This function plays a critical role in maintaining transparency, building trust, supporting local priorities including economic growth, protecting and enhancing reputation and enabling civic participation.
This review comes at a time of organisational reflection and transition, with interim staffing arrangements in place to allow for considered assessment and forward planning.
Currently, the Council employs:
- A part-time Economic Support Officer (permanent)
- A part-time Marketing and Communications Officer (12-month fixed term, in recruitment)
These roles manage:
- The Visit Totnes tourism brand (website, social media, press engagement)
- Local business-facing activities including the Totnes Guide
- Broader Town Council communications, including website, newsletters, and media relations
The Council is now seeking an independent, experienced consultant to evaluate the effectiveness and future potential of these functions. For more details of the purpose of the review, deliverables, methodology, consultant profile, timelines, budget and submission requirements see the document below.
Deadline for tender submissions is 5pm on 7th August. Please send submissions to clerk@totnestowncouncil.gov.uk