Tees Valley Combined AuthorityMore than one million extra tourists flocked to Teesside last year, latest figures have revealed.
They came for big events such as the Hardwick music festival and the Tall Ships Races – and to eat.
Tees Valley Combined Authority’s (TVCA) latest report said 19.4 million tourists visited the region last year, about one million more than in 2022.
Alison Gwynn, from the Tees Valley Business Board, said the boosted figures were down to the region’s “unique charm” and “incredible potential” of its food and drink businesses.
“Our firms are the heart of this growth, showcasing the passion and creativity that make the Tees…
