1. The Anniversary of Flodden 2013 A vision for the future?

2. What I've been doing for the last 2 months Meeting over 40 stakeholders as individuals and in groups from both sides of the border Discussing their plans, ideas, hopes and dreams for Flodden Preparing my report as a possible way forward Common ground on issues like tourism, management, local projects, education, marketing and infrastructure

3. Introduction Thanks My background Great enthusiasm for the project The potential of Flodden Of National and International Importance Cross Border Collaboration is important A commemoration Regenerative tool for the region We can make of it what we want to

4. The Anniversary 2013 A programme to consist of an event to start, small independent events, then a large event to conclude The ridings are already a spectacular annual event and should play a key role Branxton and the battlefield have problems and advantages for the anniversary Other projects/events for the year

5. Local Projects in the Long term An annual event? Memorials? New ones for Scotland and England. A joint venture? Raise awareness of Flodden and the Borders A series of little books and perhaps a children's book The importance of the battle - conference? The battle is an important memory to keep alive in times of increased nationalism

6. Infrastructure The footpaths and interpretation should be improved around Flodden with better disabled access, audio tours, better pathways and interpretation Flodden could be the start of a whole network of access routes linking all the heritage of the Borders Each story would be independent but create a profound cultural experience A map of local heritage?

7. Infrastructure A visitors centre can be a simpler, smaller project than previously thought Its key role would be as a gateway Ecomuseums are not opposed to visitor centres Democratic: local people at the heart of the project and given the necessary help Many aspects of them suit for Flodden

8. Education Young people must be consulted on all aspects Flodden can be included at all stages of the curriculum It can also be cross-curricular Need for a co-ordinated approach Educational activities and workshops can be offered by many organisations Volunteering

9. Education A co-ordinated touring exhibition could be bigger and more exciting than several independent ones There could be greater geographical, archaeological and historical research Could be a resource for education or involvement for young people New website for both children and adults Children's section, blogs and downloadable content

10. Marketing The tourism in the area could improve drastically and not be noticed Boost the regions economy Tie in the whole of the Borders with the marketing Create a Flodden and Borders brand Programme to the anniversary

11. Marketing A professional cross-border approach both regionally and nationally The media is a useful tool to raise the profile and awareness of Flodden Songs of Praise, BBC, documentarys, news Sponsorship and merchandising

12. Organisation Several groups have offered funding, many can fund their own activities Group together to apply for a single bid to HLF or to Europe Fundraising Increased Cross Border Collaboration on this and other issues would be a great result Expertise from both sides with contacts, skills and advice to make all this a reality

13. Organisation A management group and several steering groups Seems to fall into organisation, local projects, education, marketing and infrastructure Anyone can sit on any steering group Core management group of experts, funders and local community Project Development Officer key Facilitator and organiser O M LP EI PDO Man

14. Next Steps Flodden a great opportunity lets not let it go to waste Management plan needs to be done by next spring Need timetables, funding arrangements etc Infrastructure needs to be put in place so that events can be planned Project Development officer must be applied for soon If the stakeholders want their vision to reach its full potential action must be taken swiftly

15. Thank you for listening Any questions?