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The Lake District, Cumbria is all about being kind to the earth. It’s fitting too, as the Lake District is where the modern conservation movement was born - and conservation is one of the key pillars that led to the Lake District National Park being awarded UNESCO World Heritage status in 2017.
Green transport, including an excellent local network of buses and trains, is at the heart of a Lake District experience, and even if you want to go it alone you can do it in an eco-friendly way: on foot, two wheels, with a pair of oars in your hand or behind the wheel of an electric car.
The region is dotted with carbon-neutral accommodations including eco-lodges and cottages that use water from private wells, ground-source heat pumps for underfloor heating and wind-generated electricity.
Cumbria and the Lake District are also the ideal destination for a green wedding, with lots of eco-friendly options from wildflower bouquets to locally sourced, organic food for the reception and – of course – local beers served at bar.
When planning your sustainable stay, check out these sustainable travel offers and our ideas for great ways of exploring the county in a sustainable way during your stay with our sustainable travel itineraries, sustainable and fun days out and 'Rail Trails' - walks that are all easily within reach of local railway stations.
See below for some of the accommodation options offering greener holidays and check out the list further down the page, with places to stay and attractions that have received a green tourism award.
Highlights
Glenridding Manor House Hotel: Without doubt, the best quality non pretentious accommodation on…
38 Self catering dog friendly properties, from Lakeside to Woodland views. A romantic break for…
All Seasons Guest House offers breakfast and has family rooms, making it easy for you to explore…
Welcome to The Patterdale Estate, where your holiday adventure awaits amidst the breathtaking…
High Swinklebank is a hill sheepfarm with local Kendal rough fell sheep. It is in one of the…
Low Briery Holiday Park is situated just outside Keswick, in a beautiful wooded valley in the…
Charming 16-bed, 4* AA Highly Commended Inn in gorgeous conservation village with separate…
Impressive self-catering properties set on 9-acres of private land, just south of The Lake District…
Experience the adventure. Glamping is one of the best ways to stay close to nature without…
The six new shepherd huts have been expertly crafted by Blackdown Shepherd Huts using sustainable…
Catering for families and couples, Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Caravan Park occupies one of the…
The Ullswater Inn has officially reopened following an extensive refurbishment. It is in a…
Set in Threlkeld, a quiet village just outside of Keswick with views of Blencathra and surrounding…
The Coppice is quintessentially a former Edwardian small country house situated on the lower slopes…
Rose Castle is the exclusive use space perfect for weekend escapes and the grandest of parties. A…
Both cottages have been carefully modernised and tastefully furnished to a high standard. Fountain…
We are a small family run cottage letting business in Central Lakeland. Our five traditional…
We have two lovely cottages win the village of Elterwater in the Langdale Valley, which we have…
Pine Lodges (sleep 4) with Sauna & spa bath. In a beautiful setting in the heart of a 5 acre wood,…
The four-star Grange Hotel is ideally located on the southern fringe of the English Lakes, on the…
The house overlooks lake Windermere, 3 miles from Ambleside. Situated through the main gates of…
Unspoiled traditional inn with every modern comfort in understated luxury.
Whatever the reason for your visit and whatever the weather outside, you can expect to sleep…
A Premium Hotel & Wedding Venue based in Barrow in Furness in Cumbria. Set in 14 acres of private…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Braithwaite, Keswick
We are a relaxed, gourmet getaway nestled in Whinlatter Forest, the only true mountain forest in England, with nine contemporary rooms offering woodland or garden views, it’s a haven of tranquillity and relaxation.
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809 reviewsConiston
• Sleeps 8
• 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms
• Huge garden including terraces, outside seating and woodland
• Up to 2 dogs welcome
• Idyllic location close to village and lake
• Stunning interior which has been recently renovated to an exceptional…
Ulverston
Offering peace and tranquillity, enclosed in 38 acres of glorious woodland, 5 Star rated Black Beck Holiday Park is nestled in the heart of Britain's Lake District, near Bouth. Black Beck provides the perfect setting for short breaks and extended…
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63 reviewsBowness-on-Windermere
Glamping PODs in the heart of the Lake District National Park above Lake Windermere. Nestled in a woodland with great walks and mountain bike routes from the door. Dogs welcome in some PODs. Heated facilities and on-site parking. Great for…
Patterdale, Ullswater
At the heart of the village of Patterdale at the southern tip of Ullswater, the Patterdale Hotel is the perfect base for a walking holiday, while the tranquil surroundings are also perfect for a more relaxing break. You can be sure of home-from-home…
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1345 reviewsPenrith
We offer a selection of beautiful Lakeland self-catering cottages. Located both on Park Foot holiday park on the shores of Lake Ullswater and around the village of Pooley Bridge, they are suitable for families or couples looking for the convenience…
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1031 reviewsAmbleside
This contemporary bistro with beds is a stone’s throw from the idyllic village of Grasmere.
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643 reviewsGrange-over-Sands
Cumbria Grand Hotel is a stunning Victorian property in the town of Grange over Sands.
124 bedroom comfortable en-suite bedrooms, many with bay views across Morecambe Bay.
Ample free parking in the hotel car park and the hotel offers free WiFi in…
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1577 reviewsPenrith
Family park set in magnificent scenery with access to lake Ullswater. Modern facilities for touring caravans and camping include bar, restaurant, takeaway, shop, pony trekking, bike hire, laundry and childrens playground.
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1031 reviewsGrasmere
Warm and welcoming Bed & Breakfast accommodation in the heart of Grasmere Village.
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503 reviewsKeswick
Laurel Bank B&B is a guest house in Keswick which prides itself on the high quality of its bed and breakfast holiday accommodation.
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962 reviewsKeswick
Retro caravan in great condition with two bedrooms sleeping 4. Elevated sheltered position tucked at the foot of our small wooded fell side, home to our resident pair of tawny owls, red squirrels and wood peckers.
Sedbergh
Howgills Apartment 8 is a dog-friendly ground-floor apartment with french doors on to a terraced area with outdoor seating, ideal for a summer evening! The apartment offers an open-plan living space, with dining area and kitchen. This apartment has…
Silloth
Stanwix Park is located on the Solway Coast in Cumbria. Self Catering Caravans and Apartments to hire for 3,4 and 7 night breaks (some pet friendly accommodation). Fully serviced pitches for Tents, Touring Caravans and Motorhomes. Camping Pods…
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875 reviewsKeswick
Traditional Lake District luxurious cottage. Under Catbells and Causey Pike in the small hamlet of Stair, 10 mins walk form the Swinside Inn and three miles from Keswick. Wonderful fell walking from the door and fish from the Newlands Beck.
Ambleside
Jim and Monique look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful, elegant Victorian Guest House situated in the centre of the picturesque village of Ambleside. Set in the heart of the Lake District National Park, World Heritage site.
Windermere
Whether you prefer to be active or sit back and relax, you’ll find your own perfect escape at White Cross Bay Holiday Park in Bowness-on-Windermere.
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2694 reviewsPenrith
Melmerby Hall sleeps 18 guests in 9 ensuite bedrooms. An English country manor house, it boasts unbeatable relaxing and entertaining space. Breakfast in the orangery, BBQ overlooking fabulous gardens and woodland and cook in the 4 oven Aga.
Keswick
Central Keswick on pedestrianised Lake Road. Three beautiful, spacious apartments. Each sleeps 4, having lounge, kitchen, bath/shower room, double, king-size (2 with en suite) and twin bedrooms. Fine fell views and private parking.
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16 reviewsConiston
Grab your tent and get ready to set off on your next adventure. At our Coniston Park Coppice site we welcome tent campers and can accommodate tents of up to 3mx3m (approximately a 4-person tent). Dogs are welcome too.
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