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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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Herdwick Fold was converted from a barn adjoining our 17th century grade II listed farmhouse and…
The Carthouse is one of three luxurious cottages at The Green Cumbria. Super stylish barn…
Self Catering Lake District Bothy, sleeps 4 people and set in an amazing landscape with no light…
Central Lake District location ideal for sight-seeing and walking. Overlooking the centre of the…
Based in Cockermouth, on the edge of the Lake District, Wellington Farm have Six Luxury Glamping…
Authentic rural Lakeland farmstead standing in well-maintained grounds beside small wood sheltering…
Armidale Cottages B&B is set in half an acre of land with a small orchard. Built in the 16thC the…
Cumbria Tourism Award 2024 & 2025 for self-catering accommodation of the year Netherby…
Howgills Apartment 9 is on the 2nd floor of our building and offers a split-level apartment with…
Wheatlands Lodge is a family run guest house situated just minutes from the beautiful village of…
Situated in the heart of Newlands Valley Keswick, opposite Catbells, Rowling End Farm Holiday…
Our hand-picked selection of indulgent glamping tents, lodges and pods feature every modern…
Beautiful Lakeland stone 19thC building in exquisite gardens. Spectacular mountain views with…
Springbank Cottage is a luxury, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage in the popular village of Coniston.…
Take a warm Cumbrian welcome, a team of people who love to look after you and fantastic facilities,…
LOW MOOR HEAD CL is a National award winning Caravan & Motorhome Club Certificated Location (CL on…
Home of The Black Horses Friesian Experience, farm location with stunning views over South Lakeland…
Nestled in the heart of the English Lake District Victorian House provides the perfect antidote to…
Inspired by the landscape and set on a hilltop adjacent to Hadrian's Wall in Cumbria, Garthside…
Stunning views of Borrowdale valley, Easy access to Keswick and Derwentwater, Luxury living in a…
Experience the great outdoors at Parkgate Farm, offering a variety of 9 large camping pitches (5…
An exceptional, luxurious 5 bedroom lake house with beautiful and stylish interior, private lake…
Stanwix Park is located on the Solway Coast in Cumbria. Self Catering Caravans and Apartments to…
Our hand-picked selection of holiday homes and lodges are stylishly furnished to the highest…


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

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Grange-over-Sands
Thornleigh Christian Hotel is a happy, relaxed holiday destination, a safe place to holiday alone or with friends. From your warm welcome on arrival everything is taken care of, giving you the freedom to relax, explore and make the most of our fun…
Patterdale, Ullswater
Self-cateringA luxuriously renovated, character house in the tiny hamlet of Deepdale. Beautifully presented in contemporary, country style. Roaring log fire, beams and magical views.
Ullswater
Self-cateringSpacious, comfortable, warm and well-equipped, Broad How is a charming, large Lakeland house, sleeping 14, ideally sited in an acre of grounds, 0.5 mile from village of Patterdale, pub and shop. Restaurants, steamer and boat hire 1.5 miles.
Bassenthwaite Lake, Bassenthwaite
Country House Hotel
Inspector's ChoiceThe privately owned, four star 17th century former stately home, has 42 individually designed bedrooms, wood panelled public rooms, real log fire, Lake View Restaurant, six conference rooms, croquet lawn, tennis courts and spa facility.
Grange-over-Sands
Within the county of Cumbria the Lake District is a unique landscape of beautiful lakes and forests, set against a backdrop of mountains and fells that have inspired poets, writers and artists for centuries.
Lake Road, Windermere
In an enviable position, perched on the shores of Windermere, The Waterbird Boathouse is an impressive lakefront apartment offering a truly memorable stay.
Eskdale, Holmrook
Experience peace, tranquillity, and adventure on your next holiday at Parkgate Farm, located at the base of the picturesque Eskdale and Wasdale valleys. Whether you're a hiker, walker, or cyclist, our farm offers an extensive network of bridleways…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Set in its own elevated grounds in jolly Bowness, The Angel Inn has far-reaching views across Lake Windermere and the fells of Claife Heights and Latterbarrow beyond.
Near Hawkshead
Our pop-up canvas village is made up of sturdy pre-pitched bell tents that take the hassle out of pitching up, leaving you free to explore the local area or try out some of the activities available on site. How idyllic does this sound? Located on…
Windermere
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Gold Star AwardSituated in the midst of all the beauty and grandeur of the English Lake District, the Cedar Manor Hotel takes it's name from the majestic Indian Cedar Tree, said to be 200 years old, which dominates its mature private gardens.
Little Musgrove, Kirkby Stephen
Low Ploughlands is set in the Eden Valley, nestled at the foot of the Pennines. Located on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, and the Lake District you are spoilt for choice on the great outdoors.
Brockram & Keld barns converted with…
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…
Lake District Estates is a family-owned business based in Kendal. We own and operate two visitor attractions – Ullswater ‘Steamers’ and the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, and five holiday parks in Cumbria, plus a marina complex in Lancashire.
Ambleside
A warm welcome awaits at our small friendly guest house. Comfortable en-suite rooms with a hearty breakfast. A central base for walking or touring. Free parking and WiFi. Discounted mid-week breaks available.
Grange-over-Sands
When you want to get away from it all, you really can at Grange Manor. Take your pick of one of our eight sublime deluxe rooms set within a secluded woodland in Grange-over-Sands, the Lake District, Cumbria.
Ullswater, Penrith
Holiday & Touring ParkWaterfoot Park is located in the beautiful Ullswater Valley, within walking distance of the charming village of Pooley Bridge, the Ullswater ‘Steamers’ pier, and Ullswater itself.
The 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.
Kirkby Lonsdale
Restaurant with RoomsSet in a picturesque market town of Kirkby Lonsdale, Plato's is a 5* boutique bar and restaurant with luxury bedrooms and a self-catering loft apartment.
Ambleside
HostelThis independent, hostel is perfectly situated in the picturesque village of Elterwater, at the heart of the Langdale Valley in the English Lake District.
Brocklebank, Wigton
Wallace Lane Farm Glamping & Lodge Park offers a range of the latest luxury glamping cabins and lodges, all with parking, hot tubs and wi-fi. Pet and family friendly site.
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