OSWESTRY’S newest estate agent has become the first in the town to sign up as a tourism ambassador.

Oswestry Borderland Tourism’s Ambassador scheme awarded Daniel James, of newly-established Daniel James Residential, based on the Bailey Head.

It is the 30th Gold Tourism Ambassador award given out since the scheme was created.

Daniel is also the first Oswestry estate agent to become an ambassador after completing the free online course that has been running for just over a year and now has more than 70 people taking part.

Daniel explained that as soon as he was aware of the scheme, he wanted to sign up and play a part in promoting the best of Oswestry.

“I have just moved into new premises in Oswestry,” he said.

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“Once I heard about the scheme was very keen to take part.

“It’s great to know more about Oswestry and the Borderlands and to share that with clients who may be thinking about moving to the area.

“There is so much to discover here and I have enjoyed doing the course.

“I was able to complete it in a weekend and can recommend it for any business which wants to share their love of Oswestry with their customers.”

This scheme is a free and fun way for people to learn more about the area they live in and its history and heritage.

Potential ambassadors complete online modules until they are awarded bronze, silver or gold status.

At the minute, there are 12 modules and later in the summer the next module based on ‘Myths and Legends’ of the region will be added.

Lee Lucks, chairman of Oswestry Borderland Tourism said that Oswestry Borderland Tourism, is delighted that so many people have signed up to become ambassadors.

But she added that she hopes to see more.

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She said: “Oswestry is known for its friendliness and the scheme is such a great way to build on that warm welcome.

“We hope more businesses will sign up.

“Any business that achieves the gold award will be able to display a window sticker so visitors will know what to look out for.”

Anyone who wants to more about the scheme or who would like to apply for the job can find out more at https://tinyurl.com/Ambassador-Oswestry