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The Plastic Pollution REVOLUTION

a culture of sustainability and encourage individuals to embrace the change.

Seeking alternatives

Embracing alternatives to singleuse plastics is key to adapting to the upcoming ban. Happily, there are already many eco-friendly options readily available on the market.

Reusable water bottles and coffee cups are durable and a great replacement for their disposable plastic counterparts.

Reusable straws made from stainless steel are easy to clean and offer a long-lasting solution to plastic straws.

Beeswax wraps made from cotton fabric coated with beeswax, jojoba oil and tree resin are flexible, reusable and the perfect alternative to plastic cling film for food storage.

Glass jars and containers are visually appealing, easily recyclable, and suitable for storing items normally kept in plastic cannisters.

Biodegradable cutlery is compostable and an environmentally friendly swap for plastic utensils.

Paper or cardboard packaging is recyclable, renewable and can be used for various purposes, including food packaging and shipping boxes.

Compostable food containers break down naturally, reducing landfill waste offering a great alternative to plastic food containers.

Paper balloons such as the traditional Japanese Kamifusen are easy to inflate and reusable with proper care providing a simple alternative to plastic ones.

A unique selling point

While it may take time to fully switch to eco-friendly alternatives, it’s important to remember that doing so can be a valuable selling point for your business, as an increasing number of consumers prioritise environmental consciousness and seek out businesses which align with their values.

Additionally, it’s important for the industry to foster collaboration and knowledgesharing. By joining forces and leveraging collective resources and experiences, we can identify challenges and find effective solutions together.

Historic Environment

Scotland shows why a historic venue can elevate your event.

For centuries the great halls of Scotland’s mighty castles have played host to a vast array of events. From hosting fantastic feasts and regal royals and even a siege or two, their storied halls ring with the echoes of our nation’s history and are imbued with a magnetic sense of grandeur.

When you chose a historic venue for your event, you’re getting so much more than just an event space.

Instant impact

Historic venues have a status that’s undeniable. They were built to be aweinspiring and are richly decorated. With striking architecture, breath-taking grandeur, and prominent locations they dominate the skyline and are sure to impress any guest. And with the weight of centuries of history, your event is sure to absorb some of the timeless ambience that only historic venues can create.

Old with new

When people think of historic, they generally think ‘old’. And while it’s true that historic venues have certainly had a past, make no mistake, old doesn’t mean outdated. Events can combine historic

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