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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
Tewitfield Marina is located on the Lancaster Canal, a short distance from the market town of…
Luxury one and two bedroom Mews apartments set in the grounds of the Roundthorn Country House,…
Situated in the midst of all the beauty and grandeur of the English Lake District, the Cedar Manor…
Brow Wood Cabin is a bespoke and luxurious L-shared cabin, situated next to an ancient wood. There…
Situated in the heart of the picturesque coastal town of Grange over Sands, with its splendid…
From the moment you pull onto the sprawling driveway and capture your first glimpse of the…
At the Ullswater caravan park, we specialise in a friendly welcome, practical family facilities and…
Jim and Monique look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful, elegant Victorian Guest House…
The Royal Oak is an 18th-century coaching inn within the hustle and bustle of Keswick town centre.…
Beautiful Lakeland stone 19thC building in exquisite gardens. Spectacular mountain views with…
Idyllic secluded retreat with superb views over Lake Windermere & fells, once owned by Beatrix…
Rowling End Farm and The Mouse House Rowling End are located in the Newlands Valley, with private…
A friendly atmosphere awaits you at this large 17th century house modernised to provide a Lake…
Experience the great outdoors at Parkgate Farm, offering a variety of 9 large camping pitches (5…
Storrs Gate House has a five star grading with Visit Britain. Susann and Glenn welcome you to our…
Low Briery Holiday Park is situated just outside Keswick, in a beautiful wooded valley in the…
All rooms at our beautiful Boutique Country House Hotel are completely different. Each one has been…
Our hand-picked selection of indulgent glamping tents, lodges and pods feature every modern…
Netherby Hall is a grade II* mansion house just outside Longtown, Carlisle. Bought in 2014 by…
Many of our cottages are over 100 years old; and most have been sympathetically restored and…
Thornthwaite Farm is set amidst the beautiful scenery of the Woodland Valley. We have four…
• Large Victorian house in Coniston Village • Sleeps 16 guests across 6 bedrooms with 6…
Warm and welcoming Bed & Breakfast accommodation in the heart of Grasmere Village.
This warm and friendly cottage for 2 has wonderful views over the Lyth Valley. An excellent place…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Coniston
• Sleeps 4
• Outstanding lake views
• Private balcony and garden
• Up to 2 dogs welcome
• Open fire
• Village location close to several pubs and shops
Ambleside
The Ambleside Inn is located in the heart of the popular Lake District town of Ambleside and offers delicious, homecooked dining all day every day. Whether fuelling up for a day’s exploring with a hearty breakfast, stopping by for a smaller plate…
Grange-over-Sands
The four-star Grange Hotel is ideally located on the southern fringe of the English Lakes, on the curve of Morecambe Bay. One of the premier Lake District hotels, we offer warm hospitality, excellent service, stylish and elegant grandeur.
Ullswater
The six new shepherd huts have been expertly crafted by Blackdown Shepherd Huts using sustainable French oak cladding. The double-braced huts have stargazing roofs, free-standing baths, and a lounge area with a log burner.
Bowness-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…
Elterwater, Ambleside
The Britannia is a traditional 500-year-old Lakeland Inn nestling in the village of Elterwater and the fells of the Langdale Valley. Real ales, traditional food and real log fires.
Penrith
A perfect location to explore the Lake District, there are seven dog-friendly, high-quality, tastefully decorated, family-friendly self-catering cottages. Located in the heart of the Cumbrian countryside, Near Howe is an idyllic, quiet, and tranquil…
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246 reviewsUllswater, Penrith
Stepping through the sliding glass doors and into the S-Pod, you’ll be welcomed by the open plan arrangement which incorporates a lounge area with an L-shaped sofa for cosy nights in, a well-equipped kitchen including an oven and dishwasher, and a…
Keswick
The Coppice is quintessentially a former Edwardian small country house situated on the lower slopes of Catbells in the stunning Borrowdale Valley, close to the village of Grange and approximately five miles from the market town of Keswick.
The…
Coniston
Our range of glamping pods can be found in the heart of the Lake District at our Coniston Park Coppice site.
Keswick
The Borrowdale Hotel is nestled in a quiet corner of the Borrowdale valley and offers a relaxing escape near Derwentwater. It's interior offers a perfect mix of tradition and modern designs, preserving the hotel's historic character.
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1522 reviewsThe English, Buttermere
A 17thC building, owned and run by family for 30 years. First licensed in 1735 as coaching inn. Apartments built in grounds 17 years ago and continually upgraded.
Eskdale, Holmrook
Experience the great outdoors at Parkgate Farm, offering a variety of 9 large camping pitches (5 with electric hook-up, and 4 without) and one camping pod. Take advantage of the amenities including family shower rooms, separate toilets, washing-up…
St Bees
Stone House Farm is a friendly family-run B&B in a large modernised Georgian farmhouse situated in the centre of St. Bees village. Situated near to the railway station and close to the local shops, restaurants and hotels.
Grange-over-Sands
Enjoy a unique experience and the first of its kind in the World! For animal lovers of any age, spend time with one of our beautiful Friesian Horses or miniature shetland MR JB and share a self-catering stable for the night.
Barrow-in-Furness
A Premium Hotel & Wedding Venue based in Barrow in Furness in Cumbria. Set in 14 acres of private woodland and gardens with 59 beautifully decorated rooms with a rosette acclaimed Bar & Restaurant, Oscar's. It's one of the Lake Districts hidden gems…
Keswick
Formerly a Lakeland Hill Farm, Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Camping Park occupies one of the finest positions in the Lake District overlooking Derwentwater with breath-taking views of the surrounding fells.
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564 reviewsLakeside
A spectacularly located site on the quieter western shores of Windermere, England’s largest lake and with stunning views our Lakeside site has it all in spades. Each of our yurts here have stunning lake views and are a hop, skip and a splosh away…
Millom
Wayside Cottage 1637 is a charming old (circa 1637) two bedroom cottage attached to The Wayside. Designed for visitors that seek relaxing stay in an idyllic & traditional setting within the Lake District with modern comforts.
Sedbergh
Howgills Apartment 9 is on the 2nd floor of our building and offers a split-level apartment with living, dining, and kitchen facilities downstairs and the bedrooms upstairs. Each bedroom has a wet room - which offers a shower, sink, and toilet.
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