WALKING TOURS
SUSTAINABILITY POLICY
Our Commitment
At Discover Portrush Walking Tours, sustainability is at the heart of how we share the stories, landscapes, and heritage of Portrush and the Causeway Coast.
Delivered by the Portrush Heritage Group, our tours are designed to celebrate the character of the town while supporting responsible tourism that benefits visitors, the local community, heritage assets, and the environment.
Through relaxed, small-group walking experiences led by accredited local guides, we encourage visitors to connect more deeply with the landscape, history, and culture of Portrush while helping protect the qualities that make the area special.
We believe tourism should positively contribute to the places people come to experience, ensuring Portrush continues to thrive for future generations.
Environmental ResponsIbility
As a walking tour experience, Discover Portrush Walking Tours promotes low-impact tourism by encouraging visitors to explore the town on foot and engage more closely with the natural environment.
We are committed to:
- Encouraging walking and the use of public transport where possible, including rail and bus travel to Portrush
- Keeping group sizes small to reduce environmental and community impact
- Minimising waste and reducing unnecessary printed materials through digital communication and booking systems
- Encouraging visitors to respect the coastline, natural habitats, and public spaces
- Operating tours along established pedestrian routes to minimise environmental disturbance
- Supporting sustainable tourism practices across the Causeway Coast area
- Regularly reviewing our operations to identify opportunities for improvement
As a community-led walking tour initiative operating without a permanent office premises, Discover Portrush Walking Tours maintains a naturally low operational footprint with minimal energy use, waste production, and resource consumption.
Community, Heritage & Local Identity
As a community-led initiative, Discover Portrush Walking Tours is rooted in local storytelling, heritage interpretation, and cultural preservation.
We are committed to:
- Sharing local stories in an authentic, respectful, and inclusive way
- Celebrating and protecting Portrush’s heritage, identity, and sense of place
- Encouraging visitors to connect positively with local culture, traditions, and businesses
- Supporting heritage education, community engagement, and pride of place
- Ensuring tourism activity contributes positively to the local community experience
Income generated through Discover Portrush Walking Tours helps support the wider work of the Portrush Heritage Group in preserving and promoting local heritage and storytelling.
Skills Development & Legacy Investment
Discover Portrush Walking Tours has been supported through legacy funding connected to the 153rd Open Championship, helping create sustainable tourism experiences that celebrate and share the heritage of Portrush and the Causeway Coast.
As part of this initiative, local guides have received accredited training and skills development to support the delivery of high-quality visitor experiences rooted in authentic storytelling, local knowledge, and community connection.
The project reflects a long-term commitment to building sustainable tourism opportunities that benefit both visitors and the local community.
Responsible Visitor Experience
We aim to provide experiences that are welcoming, accessible, respectful, and enjoyable for all visitors.
We are committed to:
- Delivering tours at a relaxed and considerate pace
- Providing clear information about accessibility and route conditions
- Welcoming visitors from diverse backgrounds and experiences
- Treating all guests with fairness, professionalism, and respect
- Encouraging responsible behaviour towards residents, businesses, public spaces, and the environment
We also encourage visitors to:
- Respect the coastline and natural environment
- Follow guidance provided by tour guides
- Dress appropriately for coastal weather conditions
- Support local businesses during their visit
- Travel responsibly and sustainably where possible
Supporting Sustainable Tourism
Discover Portrush Walking Tours supports tourism experiences that:
- Promote meaningful cultural and heritage connections
- Encourage slower, lower-impact travel experiences
- Celebrate local identity and storytelling
- Benefit the local community and economy
- Foster appreciation for the Causeway Coast landscape and environment
By joining a tour, visitors help support sustainable, community-led tourism that keeps local stories, heritage, and traditions alive while encouraging a deeper appreciation of Portrush and its coastline.
Accessibility & Inclusion
We believe tourism experiences should be welcoming and inclusive.
We are committed to:
- Providing clear accessibility information
- Supporting visitors with additional requirements where reasonably possible
- Reviewing routes and experiences with accessibility in mind
- Creating a welcoming environment for all guests
- Providing quality audio support technology
- Visitors with specific accessibility needs are encouraged to contact us in advance so we can support their experience wherever possible.
Continuous Improvement
Sustainability is an ongoing process and Discover Portrush Walking Tours is committed to continually reviewing how we operate and identifying opportunities for improvement.
We will continue developing experiences that support responsible tourism, environmental awareness, heritage preservation, and community wellbeing.
Through storytelling, heritage, and shared experiences, we hope to inspire visitors to develop a deeper appreciation for Portrush, its coastline, and the community that continues to shape its story.
Contact Information
Discover Portrush Walking Tours
Phone: +44 7763967675
Email: discoverportrushwalkingtours@gmail.com