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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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Howgills Apartment 8 is a dog-friendly ground-floor apartment with french doors on to a terraced…
The Carthouse is one of three luxurious cottages at The Green Cumbria. Super stylish barn…
Enjoy a relaxing stay the well-equipped, recently refurbished, well established holiday cottages…
This independent, hostel is perfectly situated in the picturesque village of Elterwater, at the…
Nestled on the slopes of ancient woodland, Hill of Oaks is an award-winning 5 star holiday park…
Farlam Hall is a four-star independent country house hotel located in Cumbria, located off the…
The privately owned, four star 17th century former stately home, has 42 individually designed…
Garrigill Village Hall has a bunk room with toilets, showers and a kitchen, and a large campsite
Our modern 6-berth static caravans are spacious and offer comfortable family accommodation with all…
Situated in the midst of all the beauty and grandeur of the English Lake District, the Cedar Manor…
Jasmine Cottage is beautifully presented and ideally situated in the heart of Kirkby Lonsdale with…
• Large Victorian house in Coniston Village • Sleeps 16 guests across 6 bedrooms with 6…
Experience the adventure. Glamping is one of the best ways to stay close to nature without…
Welcome to Stewart Leisure and our choice of three holiday parks in West Cumbria on the edge of the…
The house is in an elevated position with views of the Langdales in the distance. Shops are within…
Low Briery Holiday Park is situated just outside Keswick, in a beautiful wooded valley in the…
We have 12 comfy en-suite rooms, some with private balconies. Enjoy a full English or continental…
The multi-award winning, no.1 hotel for romance. Discover high-end luxury, designer decor, hot tubs…
Flag stone floors, oak beams and roaring log fires create a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere at the…
Boutique French-inspired self-catering cottage in Kirkby Stephen, Eden Valley. Two bedrooms,…
Situated in the centre of Allonby that nestles in a sandy bay on the unspoilt Solway Coast. Our…
40 comfortable bedrooms, breakfast available daily, free on-site parking and Coast Restaurant &…
Newby Bridge Country Caravan Park is located near the southern tip of lake Windermere. Surrounded…
Derwentwater is a stunning first-floor apartment created from the former billiards room on the…


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

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Sedbergh
Howgills Apartment 8 is a dog-friendly ground-floor apartment with french doors on to a terraced area with outdoor seating, ideal for a summer evening! The apartment offers an open-plan living space, with dining area and kitchen. This apartment has…
Kirkby Stephen
Self-cateringThe Carthouse is one of three luxurious cottages at The Green Cumbria. Super stylish barn conversion, idyllic rural location, dogs welcome, enclosed garden, wood-burner, pubs nearby and great walks from the door.
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.
Lake Road, Windermere
Holiday ParkNestled on the slopes of ancient woodland, Hill of Oaks is an award-winning 5 star holiday park located in the heart of the Lake District National Park.
Brampton
Inspector's ChoiceFarlam Hall is a four-star independent country house hotel located in Cumbria, located off the beaten track and away from the busy areas of the Lake District. Recently renovated to a high standard, the hotel has 13 unique bedrooms, as well as six…
Penrith
Our spacious plush glamping cabins can offer a comfortable glamping experience.
Bassenthwaite Lake, Bassenthwaite
The 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.
Penrith
Camping ParkOur modern 6-berth static caravans are spacious and offer comfortable family accommodation with all the facilities and equipment that you would expect from your holiday home.
Windermere
Guest Accommodation
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.
Kirkby Lonsdale
Jasmine Cottage is beautifully presented and ideally situated in the heart of Kirkby Lonsdale with the bonus of private parking. Sleeping up to 5 plus a cot, with a double room, spacious twin/super king, and single room.
Coniston
• Large Victorian house in Coniston Village
• Sleeps 16 guests across 6 bedrooms with 6 bathrooms
• Lake views and open fire
• Large lounge & dining room, ideal for get-togethers
• Perfect adventure base for those wanting to explore everything the…
Lake Road, Windermere
Holiday ParkExperience the adventure. Glamping is one of the best ways to stay close to nature without sacrificing those all-important home comforts.
Welcome to Stewart Leisure and our choice of three holiday parks in West Cumbria on the edge of the Lake District National Park. All three parks are secure and family owned and run by the Stewart’s and our loyal staff. Located just minutes from…
Windermere
Self-cateringThe house is in an elevated position with views of the Langdales in the distance. Shops are within walking distance. Bikes can be stored in the garage. Dogs are welcome.
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.
Ullswater, Pooley Bridge
We have 12 comfy en-suite rooms, some with private balconies. Enjoy a full English or continental breakfast. With family and adjoining rooms, we welcome everyone—from solo travellers to larger groups.
Bowness-on-Windermere
The multi-award winning, no.1 hotel for romance. Discover high-end luxury, designer decor, hot tubs and exclusive guest extras at the Cranleigh Boutique in Bowness-on-Windermere.
Keswick
Flag stone floors, oak beams and roaring log fires create a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere at the 17th century Salutation Inn in the heart of the Lake District.
Popular with the "locals", the bar has the welcoming hospitality, warmth and…
Kirkby Stephen
Boutique French-inspired self-catering cottage in Kirkby Stephen, Eden Valley. Two bedrooms, private courtyard, pet free. Perfect base for the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales & Coast to Coast.
Maryport
Self-cateringSituated in the centre of Allonby that nestles in a sandy bay on the unspoilt Solway Coast. Our beautifully converted 17thC barn cottages are hidden away in a tranquil courtyard. All have original features retained.
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