No surge in bookings but eclipse 'boosts footfall'
Tourism chiefs say region can benefit from events like the partial solar eclipse.
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"The combination of this sunny weather, the British Firework Championships and the eclipse to attract huge crowds to Plymouth's Waterfront areas."
— Sarah Gibson , Executive
"Astrotourism is an important and growing opportunity for Devon."
— Sally Everton , Executive
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Tourism chiefs say region can benefit from events like the partial solar eclipse.
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