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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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Just a short stroll from Ambleside’s bustling centre and only steps from the shores of Windermere,…
Howgills Apartment 10 is on the 2nd floor of our building and offers a split-level apartment with…
Offering peace, quiet and fantastic views on a working farm nestled in the Mint Valley, overlooking…
Nestled on the slopes of ancient woodland, Hill of Oaks is an award-winning 5 star holiday park…
Two perfectly positioned Holiday Homes. Each has private Garden, 3 bedrooms, open fires/wood…
4 Luxury Glamping Retreat on The North Western edge of the Lake District - Castle Guards Farm…
Jasmine Cottage is beautifully presented and ideally situated in the heart of Kirkby Lonsdale with…
The Manor in St Bees offers nine comfy en-suite rooms, ideal for Coast to Coast walkers and coastal…
Wallace Lane Farm Campsite provides facilities for caravans, motor homes, tents and trailer tents,…
Cumbria Tourism Award 2024 & 2025 for self-catering accommodation of the year Netherby…
Inspired by the landscape and set on a hilltop adjacent to Hadrian's Wall in Cumbria, Garthside…
From romantic lodges for two to dog-friendly lodges with room for the whole family, holidaylodges…
Crumble Cottage sleeps two with great views in beautiful quiet rural location near Cartmel.…
With modern furnishings and fresh décor, whilst carefully retaining the charm and character of this…
The multi-award winning, no.1 hotel for romance. Discover high-end luxury, designer decor, hot tubs…
Come to Skelwith Fold for a warm welcome and a unique place to stay in one of our glamping pods in…
Set in a quiet corner of Western Cumbria, and with panoramic views over Duddon Sands, South…
Pine Lodges (sleep 4) with Sauna & spa bath. In a beautiful setting in the heart of a 5 acre wood,…
Experience 5-star luxury at Holgates Silverdale. Enjoy woodland trails, a premier leisure club with…
Situated in a stunning location next to mountains & waterfalls, the Coniston Shepherd Hut Lodges…
Luxury Hotel and wedding venue overlooking the famous Cartmel Racecourse and minutes walk from the…
Stanwix Park is located on the Solway Coast in Cumbria. Self Catering Caravans and Apartments to…
Beautifully located in its own grounds on the shores of Buttermere among the western fells,…
The house is in an elevated position with views of the Langdales in the distance. Shops are within…


You may leave the Lake District, but once you’ve been, it’ll never leave you.

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Ambleside
A touch of luxury in a secluded part of The Lakes, complete with a cedar wood hot tub and 10 acres of private land to explore. Perfect for getting together with family and friends.
Workington
Hunday Manor is a country house hotel with beautiful views & acres of gardens, based between the western Lake District & Cumbrian coast. With breathtaking views, heritage charm, and modern event facilities, we are a venue of versatility &…
Windermere
Holiday ParkOur modern hard standing touring caravan and motorhome pitches have been tastefully landscaped into our surrounding countryside and have lovely views of Moor How and the surrounding fells.
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.
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.
Cockermouth
Eco cottages, built and furnished to the highest standards, in 'one of the most beautiful places I've ever seen'. The cottages have used green design and technologies with ground and air source heat pumps to power the under-floor heating beneath the…
Ulverston
Birchbank Cottage is nestled on the fells between Coniston Water and the Duddon Estuary with many footpaths and bridleways to walk or cycle on and enjoy views over the Duddon Estuary and over to Coniston Old Man with just the birds for company. The…
Wigton
A friendly atmosphere awaits you at this large 17th century house modernised to provide a Lake District guesthouse with 20th century comforts.
Sedbergh
Howgills Apartment 7 is a dog-friendly ground-floor apartment with outside terraced area with seating. The apartment offers an open-plan living space, with dining area and kitchen. This apartment has 2 bedrooms (double and a bunk room) and sleeps up…
Ullswater
Restaurant with Rooms
Gold Star Award1863 is more than a bar, bistro and B&B accommodation with seven elegant bedrooms; we are a family affair who enjoy getting the little things just right, welcoming guests back times and again to share in a slice of Lake District paradise.
Workington
Peaceful countryside retreat on the edge of the Lake District with hot tub, BBQ hut and private setting. Ideal for couples or small families.
Newby Bridge
Holiday ParkNewby Bridge Country Caravan Park is located in UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Lake District National Park, a short distance from the southern tip of lake Windermere. The caravans and lodges are surrounded by wooded areas and have electricity,…
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.
Windermere
Escape to the Lake District whenever you choose by owning your own caravan holiday home at Park Cliffe. Set in a peaceful location in the fells above Windermere, you’ll get spectacular views, a great welcome and all the excellent amenities offered…
Penrith
Lakes For All: luxury self-catering, wheelchair accessible holidays in the Lake District, Cumbria for people with physical disabilities and their families.
Penrith
Nestled in the hamlet of Dockray, The Royal is a traditional family run hotel, pub and restaurant. Dating back over 500 years, The Royal is steeped in Lakeland history. Ideally located close to Lake Ullswater and Aira Force waterfall, whether…
Penrith
Guest Accommodation
Gold Star AwardWith modern furnishings and fresh décor, whilst carefully retaining the charm and character of this historic house, Askham Hall is somewhere you can kick off your wellies at the front door and relax in down to earth, comfortable surroundings.
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Sedbergh
Self-cateringBoth cottages have been carefully modernised and tastefully furnished to a high standard. Fountain Cottage an early 18C cottage that has all the facilities for a cosy and comfortable visit. Middleton's Cottage an early 18C cottage skilfully brought…
Field Broughton, Grange-over-Sands
A luxury, self-catering period property, newly refurbished in 2022, sleeping 6 people. 2 miles from Cartmel and 2 miles from Lake Windermere. The property offers spectacular views over beautiful, tranquil gardens and the Cartmel Valley.
There are…
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…
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