MADAM, Bravo! Your editorial 'More shoppers needed in Ross' struck a welcome chord. You ask for marketing ideas. What about these...

1, On the dual carriageway approaches, signpost the town's huge (and free) Wilton riverside car park, ideal for visitors.

2, Persuade the outlet centre to run a free shuttle from the car park, stopping off in the Centre,so that all would benefit.

3, Encourage more Sunday shop-opening during the peak tourist seasons.

4, Widen your splendid 'strawberry fest' plan to showcase all the area's prolific fruit and veg, such as an Asparagus Fair.

5, Offer a free/reduced rate to stallholders to encourage a much-needed expansion of the weekly market. Actively seek out the more unusual arts/crafts etc. available locally.

Mike and Judith Stares, Ross