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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
Luxury Glamping in the Eden Valley with wood fired hot tubs. Panoramic 360 degree views over the…
Traditional, luxury sandstone longhouse. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, downstairs cloakroom. Log burner…
Coffee and Stays at Cartmel Square has beautiful boutique rooms and it’s very own coffee shop in…
An Art Deco Hotel at the heart of a stunning 100 square mile haven for wildlife in the Lake…
Beautiful Lakeland stone cottage in a delightful wooded setting with a stream and waterfall in the…
Central Keswick on pedestrianised Lake Road. Three beautiful, spacious apartments. Each sleeps 4,…
Once a 17th century traditional working farm, our lovely family run guesthouse Situated and…
Herdwick Cottages is a family-run holiday cottage letting business based in Kendal, Cumbria. We…
Authentic rural Lakeland farmstead standing in well-maintained grounds beside small wood sheltering…
Beautiful Lakeland stone 19thC building in exquisite gardens. Spectacular mountain views with…
A range of luxury lodges, many sleeping 4 people, some pet-friendly, suitable for families or with…
Opened summer 2021 on a quiet side street one step up from the lake in Bowness-on-Windermere. This…
A stunning four star hotel set in 17 acres of grounds on the shores of Lake Windermere.
Stanwix Park is located on the Solway Coast in Cumbria. Self Catering Caravans and Apartments to…
Clea Hall Holiday Park is a tranquil site nestled near the quiet village of Caldbeck in the…
Luxury one and two bedroom Mews apartments set in the grounds of the Roundthorn Country House,…
Within the county of Cumbria the Lake District is a unique landscape of beautiful lakes and…
Discover picturesque landscapes at Whinfell Forest, a wildlife sanctuary nestled on the edge of the…
A choice of self-catering accommodation, owned and operated by the Heath Family. The award-winning…
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Lake District, the George and Dragon is a beloved country…
Howgills Apartment 10 is on the 2nd floor of our building and offers a split-level apartment with…
Set in the heart of the Lake District national park, come visit us at our exclusive location set in…
Georgian Farmhouse dated 1635. Set in its own grounds. Welcoming, comfortable and peaceful, with…
Our range of glamping pods can be found in the heart of the Lake District at our Coniston Park…
You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.
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Broughton-in-Furness
Looking for a place to stay when visiting South Cumbria? The Old Kings Head Broughton in Furness Cumbria is the place for you. Whether you’re walking, cycling, enjoying our beautiful country side or just simply relaxing the Old King’s Head is the…
Windermere
Our modern, fully furnished and equipped caravan holiday homes are situated in a quiet area, adjacent to the main touring park yet within easy reach of all the park amenities.
Elterwater
We have two lovely cottages win the village of Elterwater in the Langdale Valley, which we have owned since the early eighties.
Ambleside
A staycation at Brathay gives you everything you need for a well-deserved break that will get you away from it all and boost your wellbeing. Whatever the weather, or time of year, and however chilled or super-adventurous you want to be, we have…
Lakeside
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…
Penrith
Historic, luxury restoration of sandstone barn into cottage with 4 ensuite bedrooms with private garden and parking. Log burner, garden furniture, Weber BBQ and dining room table which converts into billiards table. Four oven Aga and hob.
Kirkby Stephen
A neo-Gothic Victorian fantasy, romantic, quirky, laid back and utterly beguiling. The ultimate escape. Truly family friendly. Anything goes at Augill except false formality. Winner of B&B of The Year 2008 - Cumbria Tourism.
Coniston
If you want to try camping but don’t have the equipment or just don’t fancy putting up a tent then our wooden camping pods are ideal. Open all year round, our camping pods are well-insulated, keeping you warm and dry and they come equipped with…
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.
Kendal
Statics and Lodges are an excellent alternative for a holiday in the Lake District or wider Cumbria region. We have statics and lodges situated on farms and golf courses, some of which benefit from hot tubs too!
Kendal
In the heart of the picturesque village of Brigsteer, The Wheatsheaf Inn offers superb food, great real ales and a fantastic range of wines. Jjust three miles from the medieval market town of Kendal, we are family, walker, cyclist and dog friendly.
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…
Penrith
Just a stones throw from Lake Ullswater & Pooley Bridge, Hillcroft Park boasts one of the most stunning locations of any UK holiday park.
Grasmere
Broadrayne is a traditional Lakeland Farm with a small cluster of former 17th to 19th century farm buildings nestling round a picturesque farmyard in the beautiful Vale of Grasmere.
Keswick
Glaramara Hotel is situated at the southern end of the Borrowdale Valley close to Lake Derwentwater and Keswick. Close to Scafell Pike and the high fells. On the Coast to Coast route. It is an ideal base for a walking/hiking holiday. Double/twin and…
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.
Great Langdale
These two traditional Lakeland cottages are beautifully situated in Great Langdale valley in the heart of the Lake District where there are numerous walks to suit all abilities and ambitions.
Staveley
Kentmere Farm Pods offer superb Glamping accommodation on a beautiful working farm in the Lake District National Park with breathtaking views of the Kentmere Valley and surrounding Lake District fells. An adventurer’s paradise in South Lakes – great…
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.
Pooley Bridge
A fabulous traditional inn at the heart of the picturesque village of Pooley Bridge, next to Lake Ullswater. Home-cooked food and cask ales served in the cosy bar or outdoors on the large sun terrace overlooking the river.
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