green tourism...

Cumbria and the Lake District receives thousands of visitors every year to enjoy the countryside and its wildlife.

Being the most beautiful corner of England is something that we are very proud of.....but it is not something we take for granted. To preserve this unique environment

is an ongoing process and it is important that we act now to care for the future.  We can all do something positive to help our natural environment whilst on holiday. Here in Cumbria, many organisations and businesses are committed to helping everyone get the most out of our fantastic natural assets and also helping people give a little back.

 

Helping hands

Green accommodation

Accommodation with green accreditation and information about the green accreditation schemes.

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green accreditation schemes

 

Local producers

Local produce and food initiatives play a crucial role in ensuring that this sector continues to prosper.


local producers

 
 

Activities

The Lake District landscape acts as a natural outdoor adventure playground and there is something to suit all tastes.

outdoor activities

 

Natural environment

Cumbria is certainly one of the UK's most stunningly beautiful destinations boasting a wealth of world-class natural and historic assets.

natural environment

 
 

Sustainable transport

Let the train take the strain, avoid the fuss take a bus, stay afloat on a boat..


sustainable transport

 

Working together

By following our Responsible Visitor Charter, you can be sure of making the most of your stay and help to look after the environment.
visitor charter
love your lakes

 
 

Partnership projects

Friar's Crag

Friar's Crag, Keswick's beautiful lakeshore path is one of the best loved, most walked upon routes in England.  The winter rains wash the path surface away each year and the many visitors also contribute to the erosion problem.  The National Trust are helping to give the footpath a more permanent and substantial surface which resists flooding and erosion. At the same time they are upgrading the route to wheelchair standard for to improve access for all.

 

Sustainability programme

Cumbria Outdoors

Cumbria Outdoors works with groups of primary school children, and helps them think about climate issues. As part of their stay, they visit a windmill and do resource efficiency activities (simple and fun environmental audits). These activities are also tied to a strong bio-diversity element. By educating children in climate and sustainability issues, we are helping to change the actions and attitudes of the next generation towards the planet.

 
 
 

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Gardens at the Castle Green, Kendal

Fix the fells

If you've enjoyed walking in the Lake District and would like to give something back to ensure that those walks can be enjoyed for generations to come then log onto the Fix the Fells website.  You can donate money through this site to help vital footpath repairs.

make a donation

Green experiences

Our top 10 ideas for free experiences and green things to do

top 10 free experiences
top 10 green things to do

ABC green guide

To view Cumbria Tourism's ABC Green Guide.

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Cumbria Tourism Awards

Elder Grove winners of 'Sustainable Tourism Award 2010'