I am saddened to see that RSPB Vane Farm are bringing in a £3 parking charge. Over the years (30+), I have been there many times with the family. As we (5 of us) did this summer, we use the centre to access the Loch Leven Heritage trail., but we also use the cafe and kiosk facilities and the shop, where we have spent a fair bit of money in the past. On occasion, when in the area, myself and the wife have dropped in there, just to use the cafe. On a few occasions, I have paid to enter the hides
I will no longer be dropping in at Vane Farm. This is not the time to be putting the squeeze on peoples finances. I believe this charge is ill advised, and will put yet another barrier between the public and our wildlife. I have in the past recommended the centre to others. That will no longer be the case, unless quantified with a warning on the parking charges.
I realise that RSPB centres have to make money, but surely it is better to get people in to the centre where they will spend money, rather than put people off with high parking charges? I wonder if Vane Farms current renovations are the driver behind these charges.
As I said, sad to be parting, but good-bye Vane Farm.
I will no longer be dropping in at Vane Farm. This is not the time to be putting the squeeze on peoples finances. I believe this charge is ill advised, and will put yet another barrier between the public and our wildlife. I have in the past recommended the centre to others. That will no longer be the case, unless quantified with a warning on the parking charges.
I realise that RSPB centres have to make money, but surely it is better to get people in to the centre where they will spend money, rather than put people off with high parking charges? I wonder if Vane Farms current renovations are the driver behind these charges.
As I said, sad to be parting, but good-bye Vane Farm.