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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
The six new shepherd huts have been expertly crafted by Blackdown Shepherd Huts using sustainable…
Our modern hard standing touring caravan and motorhome pitches have been tastefully landscaped into…
Derwentwater is a stunning first-floor apartment created from the former billiards room on the…
Luxury yurt holidays in an idyllic and secluded location, a stone’s throw from Lake Windermere but…
Set in the wild beauty of the Lakes, Hares Garth and Stone Cottage provide the perfect relaxed…
Three beautifully presented self-catering properties on ten acres of farmland in a National…
Discover Lyzzick, our four-star independent hotel in the heart of the Lake District hills.
Family park set in magnificent scenery with access to lake Ullswater. Modern facilities for touring…
Springbank Cottage is a luxury, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom cottage in the popular village of Coniston.…
Rosetrees is a stunning six-bedroom, six-bathroom Victorian residence set on the picturesque shores…
Stanwix Park is located on the Solway Coast in Cumbria. Self Catering Caravans and Apartments to…
The Bridge Inn, once a modest mail coach halt, is now a fine, well-situated, comfortable country…
In the Rusland Valley, an unspoilt valley between Windermere lake and Coniston Water, close to…
The King Alfred Hotel on Walney is a thriving community pub with 10 en-suite bedrooms. With rooms…
Situated in the centre of Allonby that nestles in a sandy bay on the unspoilt Solway Coast. Our…
Castle Green Hotel is set in 14 acres of natural gardens and woodland yet is only 6 miles from M6 &…
Set in 5 acres, nestled at the bottom of the Howgills fells, our Barn provides group accommodation…
We offer a selection of beautiful Lakeland self-catering cottages. Located both on Park Foot…
Sally's Cottages is an award-winning, local, family run holiday cottage letting agency in Keswick…
Tucked beneath the eaves of the estate's Grade II listed Victorian house, our charming Borrowdale…
Situated in the midst of all the beauty and grandeur of the English Lake District, the Cedar Manor…
Inspired by the landscape and set on a hilltop adjacent to Hadrian's Wall in Cumbria, Garthside…
Lakeside Hotel, the best 4 star hotel on the shores of Windermere, offers you a unique location on…
Tweedies Bar & Lodge with 2 restaurants and public bar serving guest ales, world beers, excellent…


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

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Keswick
Authentic rural Lakeland farmstead standing in well-maintained grounds beside small wood sheltering wildlife. Peaceful setting, beautiful outlook over Borrowdale with walks from the door to lake, river, woodland and fells. Owner operated.
Windermere
Holiday ParkWhether you prefer to be active or sit back and relax, you’ll find your own perfect escape at White Cross Bay Holiday Park in Bowness-on-Windermere.
Cartmel
Upper Crumble – Romantic cottage with private hot tub near Cartmel. Upper Crumble sleeps two in luxury, hot tub, in beautiful quiet location near Cartmel. Dark skies, log stove, walks from the door.
Graythwaite, Ulverston
38 Self catering dog friendly properties, from Lakeside to Woodland views. A romantic break for two, an adventurous family vacation or an elaborate celebration, we have accommodation fit for all occasions.
Flusco, Penrith
Holiday ParkSelf-catering hot tub lodges set in beautiful grounds with views of Blencathra. Flusco Wood has a range of lodge types with a mixture of dog friendly and pet free. We also have an enclosed dog walking area for all our guests to use.
Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands
Home of The Black Horses Friesian Experience, farm location with stunning views over South Lakeland village of Cartmel - foodie heaven! Known for Horse Racing, Michelin Star restaurants and its famous Sticky Toffee Pudding.
Keswick
HotelNestled near Keswick within the picturesque Lake District National Park lies Lake District Castle Inn Hotel, originally a coaching Inn dating back to 1770. Surrounded by the stunning beauty of the Cumbrian mountains and with views of the serene…
Grange-over-Sands
Ellenboro House offers cosy self-catering accommodation for two people in our modern self-catering apartment. Located in its own private building, the property sits in our orchard and features a private patio, compact kitchen, spacious bathroom with…
Grasmere
Self-cateringThe Cottages at Broadrayne Farm are all just full of character having been converted from former 17th - 19thC farm buildings. Unusually for holiday accommodation they all have the benefit of allocated parking, separate entrances, electric charging…
Ambleside
There’s something truly special about being by the water and The Wateredge Inn in Ambleside captures that magic perfectly. Perched right on the shore of England’s most famous lake, it’s the kind of place where you can sit back on the waterfront…
Coniston
Self-catering• Sleeps 8
• 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms
• Huge garden including terraces, outside seating and woodland
• Up to 2 dogs welcome
• Idyllic location close to village and lake
• Stunning interior which has been recently renovated to an exceptional…
Portinscale
Rosetrees is a stunning six-bedroom, six-bathroom Victorian residence set on the picturesque shores of Derwentwater. This spacious home retains many of its original features, which add to its timeless charm and elegance.
Whether you are admiring…
Bowness-on-Windermere
Holiday ParkWhether you’re keen to try outdoor activities or just want to relax and unwind in a stunning location, you'll enjoy every moment spent on a holiday at Fallbarrow Holiday Park.
Lamplugh Rd, Cockermouth
Based in Cockermouth, on the edge of the Lake District, Wellington Farm have Six Luxury Glamping pods all with 7ft Hydrotherapy Hot Tubs and an onsite café & Tearooms. Beautiful panoramic views of the Western Lake District fells.
Eskdale, Holmrook
Experience the great outdoors at Parkgate Farm, offering a variety of 9 large camping pitches (5 with electric hook-up, and 4 without) and one camping pod. Take advantage of the amenities including family shower rooms, separate toilets, washing-up…
3-5 Market St, Kirkby Lonsdale
Guest AccommodationA Warm, Friendly and Comfortable welcome awaits you at the Copper Kettle Bed & Breakfast Guest house, located in the beautiful town of Kirkby Lonsdale, on the edge of the Yorkshire Dakes.
Lake Road, Windermere
Holiday & Touring ParkHill of Oaks occupies a prime position on the shores of Windermere, making it extremely popular with people looking for lakeside holiday homes. The park is nestled in an ancient woodland of mature oak trees, offering over a mile of private…
Coniston
Grab your tent and get ready to set off on your next adventure. At our Coniston Park Coppice site we welcome tent campers and can accommodate tents of up to 3mx3m (approximately a 4-person tent). Dogs are welcome too.
Coniston
Situated in a stunning location next to mountains & waterfalls, the Coniston Shepherd Hut Lodges have been hand-crafted to each accommodate 2 guests and feature king-size beds, kitchens, private shower rooms & enclosed gardens.
Grange-over-Sands
The four-star Grange Hotel is ideally located on the southern fringe of the English Lakes, on the curve of Morecambe Bay. One of the premier Lake District hotels, we offer warm hospitality, excellent service, stylish and elegant grandeur.
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