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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.
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3 luxury wood and canvas glamping yurts, with electricity, full size king beds and log burning…
Our three warm and cosy pods are situated behind the main farm steading in a quiet setting away…
Set in over thirty acres of garden, woodland and natural beauty in he Lake District UNESCO World…
Two storey stone cottage situated behind the main Hall with private outside patio overlooking Rydal…
Situated at the northern end of Grasmere, yet just 5 minutes walk into the village centre, Raise…
A 17thC building, owned and run by family for 30 years. First licensed in 1735 as coaching inn.…
Wall Nook is located in lovely countryside just over a mile from the charming, foodie village of…
Superb luxury bed & breakfast overlooking Lake Windermere. 14 individually designed bedrooms &.…
All Seasons Welcomes you to Windermere, The heart of the Lake District. Enjoy the fells or just…
Rose Castle is the exclusive use space perfect for weekend escapes and the grandest of parties. A…
Family park set in magnificent scenery with access to lake Ullswater. Modern facilities for touring…
Our modern 6-berth static caravans are spacious and offer comfortable family accommodation with all…
Stanwix Park is located on the Solway Coast in Cumbria. Self Catering Caravans and Apartments to…
Heather Glen Country House can be found high above the beautiful Middle Eden Valley at Pennines…
5* Holiday Park offering touring, glamping pods and self-catering overlooking Ullswater. Perfect…
Impressive self-catering properties set on 9-acres of private land, just south of The Lake District…
A warm, comfortable rural property on the Solway Coast, furnished to a high standard. We use the…
The Wild Boar is one of the Lake District’s finest and oldest Windermere hotels. You’ll be welcomed…
Bright, modern hotel in the heart of Barrow in Furness with free WI-FI and breakfast included..
Low Ploughlands is set in the Eden Valley, nestled at the foot of the Pennines. Located on the edge…
The Coppice is quintessentially a former Edwardian small country house situated on the lower slopes…
Stanwix Park is located on the Solway Coast in Cumbria. Self Catering Caravans and Apartments to…
Rowling End Farm and The Mouse House Rowling End are located in the Newlands Valley, with private…
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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Whitehaven
Converted 19thC farm buildings. Beautifully appointed and well-maintained by Cumbrian owners living in same hamlet. Close to coast and western lakes. Discounts for fortnights. No smokers and no pets.
Ambleside
Located within the peaceful grounds of Brathay Hall, we have just six grasscrete pitches available for weekend stays, and some mid-week stays in summer, including electrical hook-up. Access to a water supply is available on site with a tap opposite…
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143 reviewsBrampton
A traditional English country inn located on the village green of Talkin. Log fire in the lounge, 4 local cask ales and meals served everyday, lunchtime and evening. 8 en-suite bedrooms. Beer garden with a lawned area. Separate restaurant.
Keswick
Low Briery Holiday Park is situated just outside Keswick, in a beautiful wooded valley in the English Lake District.
Discover the freedom a self catering holiday in the Lake District offers.
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171 reviewsKeswick
With jaw-dropping views down the valley over Bassenthwaite Lake and just a stones throw from Keswick, our site at Kestrel Lodge Campsite makes for an ideal location for exploring the Lake District and northern fells. A quiet, family run, family…
Maryport
Situated in the centre of Allonby that nestles in a sandy bay on the unspoilt Solway Coast. Our beautifully converted 17thC barn cottages are hidden away in a tranquil courtyard. All have original features retained.
Windermere
Kirkwood Guest House in the Lake District is ideally positioned for exploring The Lakes. Situated between the two bustling towns of Windermere and Bowness we are ten minutes walk to the start of both towns.
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384 reviewsKeswick
Situated in the heart of Newlands Valley Keswick, opposite Catbells, The Old Barn and Farm House have outstanding views of the entire valley.
Coniston
We are a small family run cottage letting business in Central Lakeland. Our five traditional cottages are in Langdale, Grasmere, Ambleside and Coniston.
Keswick
Set in Threlkeld, a quiet village just outside of Keswick with views of Blencathra and surrounding fells. Spacious, cosy and with an abundance of walks from the doorstep. Garden with patio, garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 3 cars.…
Keswick
Sally's Cottages is an award-winning, local, family run holiday cottage letting agency in Keswick with 500 self-catering holiday cottages in the Lake District and Cumbria, including over 270 dog-friendly cottages.
The Bridge, Coniston
Springbank Cottage is a luxury, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage in the popular village of Coniston. Close to spectacular walking, the lake and with a beautiful, enclosed garden it really is the perfect base for any Lake District holiday.
Carlisle
The Halston is a luxury Aparthotel in the heart of Carlisle city centre which houses Barton's Yard, a relaxed yet vibrant bistro and wine bar which is open to guests and non-guests.
Penrith
The stone-built Lakeland farmhouse and traditional barns on the Park have been converted into seven distinctive cottage units, each one offering ideal accommodation for convenient, flexible and leisurely family holidays.
Cartmel
There are 16 elegant, individually designed, guest bedrooms, which are located around the village of Cartmel. Each is designed with their own unique style in mind, whilst retaining references to their historic surroundings – resulting in perfect…
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528 reviewsGrasmere
This delightful traditional 2-bedroom Lakeland cottage is idyllically situated in a quiet, elevated and secluded rural position above Grasmere next to Little White Moss Tarn a short walk from Dove Cottage.
Grange-over-Sands
Beautiful secluded setting. The Woodlands Hotel & Pine Lodges is an ideal base for touring the Lake district . Great food. Great value. Friendly staff. A real hidden gem. Guests return again & again. View our 5-star Trip Advisor reviews.
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327 reviewsCark, Grange-over-Sands
A prestigious location, acres of tranquil, rural countryside and the very heart of the Lake District on its doorstep; Old Park Wood is an unrivalled private holiday park offering residents their very own luxurious, Cumbrian retreat.
Grange-Over-Sands
The Netherwood is a beautiful Grade II listed Victorian Mansion standing in 15 acres of woodland and landscaped gardens with breath taking uninterrupted views across Morecambe Bay.
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1189 reviewsWigton
Both properties sleep up to 4 people in 2 bedrooms, all on the ground floor. The Saplings is a self catering holiday cottage situated in a rather idyllic rural position on the edge of the Lake District National Park.
This end terrace bungalow on the…
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