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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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Tents can pitch in one of two areas. - Our Ghyllside camping area, allows you to reserve your…
The Beech Hill Hotel is situated on the banks of lake Windermere. We have 55 bedrooms that have…
Tweedies Bar & Lodge with 2 restaurants and public bar serving guest ales, world beers, excellent…
Our Universally Accessible glamping pods and cabins are suitable for guests with and without…
A spectacularly located site on the quieter western shores of Windermere, England’s largest lake…
Warm and welcoming Bed & Breakfast accommodation in the heart of Grasmere Village.
Denehurst is a traditional Lakeland stone house built in 1898 and full of Victorian charm and…
Haven Cottage is a high quality Guest House with beautifully furnished en-suite bedrooms. It has an…
Glamping is a fantastic way to experience the Lake District, and we have an ever-growing choice of…
Luxury Cottage set in the heart of the Lake District, between Windermere and Coniston, Lands End…
This charming Grade II Listed cottage is in a lovely peaceful location at the foot of the fell no…
Offering peace and tranquillity, enclosed in 38 acres of glorious woodland, 5 Star rated Black Beck…
Howgills Apartment 11 offers a comfortable stay for up to 4 guests. This apartment is positioned on…
Stay at the refurbished Royal Oak in Borrowdale, beautiful bedrooms with dreamy beds and gleaming…
Discover the beauty of Lake Windermere during a stay at our self-catering holiday cottage. Located…
Stone House Farm is a friendly family-run B&B in a large modernised Georgian farmhouse situated in…
Spacious, comfortable, warm and well-equipped, Broad How is a charming, large Lakeland house,…
Refurbished in 2021, Lakes Hostel is a hidden gem in the heart of Windermere. Available to book as…
1863 is more than a bar, bistro and B&B accommodation with seven elegant bedrooms; we are a family…
3 luxury wood and canvas glamping yurts, with electricity, full size king beds and log burning…
The Byre is one of three luxurious cottages sitting within a large converted Victorian barn at the…
Our three warm and cosy pods are situated behind the main farm steading in a quiet setting away…
Our modern 6-berth static caravans are spacious and offer comfortable family accommodation with all…
The Britannia is a traditional 500-year-old Lakeland Inn nestling in the village of Elterwater and…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Kirkby Lonsdale
A warm hearted 17thC inn set in the heart of the beautiful market town of Kirkby Lonsdale overlooking St Mary's church. You can walk within minutes to Devils Bridge, Ruskins View and the Lune Valley.
Low Wray, Ambleside
The house overlooks lake Windermere, 3 miles from Ambleside. Situated through the main gates of Wray Castle and up the drive. A bird-watcher's paradise.
Brampton
Nestled in the charming market town of Brampton, The Howard Arms beckons to those seeking an enchanting escape, both for themselves and their four-legged companions. A mere stone's throw from the majestic North Pennines and in close proximity to…
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339 reviewsMilnthorpe, Kendal
Within easy reach of Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and Morecambe Bay. The Lancaster Canal within walking distance. Various small villages and eatery's locally. Rail 6 miles.
Windermere
The Wild Boar is one of the Lake District’s finest and oldest Windermere hotels. You’ll be welcomed with friendly faces, traditional wood beams, individually styled rooms and a warming open fire.
Ambleside
Completely refurbished in 2018, in a beautiful location by Rydal Falls, Stable Cottage is a self-catering holiday cottage. The extensive grounds include a Victorian Ice-house, an 18th century Game Larder, an 18th century viewing station known as the…
Ambleside
Sitting right on the shore of England’s most famous lake, The Wateredge Inn is the perfect location to eat, drink, sleep and explore from with unrivalled views across Windermere.
Duddon Bridge, Broughton-in-Furness
Located in the picturesque Duddon Valley near the market town of Broughton-in-Furness awaits the stylish Cow Barn. With 3 sunny bedrooms, a modern airy interior, cosy log-burner & pretty garden, it’s the ideal base for a break in the Lakes
Penrith
Welcome to The Queen's Head, a unique and delightful 17th-century village pub nestled in the heart of Askham, a picturesque village in the Lake District. As part of the esteemed Askham Collection, our pub offers a cosy and inviting atmosphere, along…
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28 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.
Flusco, Penrith
Peaceful rural park in a woodland setting featuring luxury holiday lodges with hot tubs.
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117 reviewsWitherslack
Luxury yurt holidays in an idyllic and secluded location, a stone’s throw from Lake Windermere but a world away from anywhere.
Newbiggin, Penrith
Our hand-picked selection of lodges, pods and indulgent glamping tents feature every modern convenience you could ever need, plus a few added Leisure Resorts luxuries.
Ambleside
Central Lake District location ideal for sight-seeing and walking. Overlooking the centre of the market town of Ambleside, the Ambleside Salutation Hotel has welcomed visitors since the 1600s.
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 reviewsBarrow-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…
Milnthorpe, Near Kendal
Originating as a 16th Century farmhouse, Crooklands has grown into a 31 bedroomed, fully accessible hotel offering the latest technology. Family run by brothers Rob & Chris Vincent, they have created a unique atmosphere where locals, business and…
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1090 reviewsKeswick
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.
Ambleside
Nestled in the heart of the English Lake District Victorian House provides the perfect antidote to chain hotel fatigue! Think cosy nights in the snug with a glass of red, kicking your boots off after a day of exploring and sinking into the sofa with…
Wigton
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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