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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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Experience a truly indulgent getaway at Windermere Marina Village, where our luxury holiday…
Located on the shores of Coniston Water with sensational lake and fell views, this classic Lakeland…
Ambleside Manor Vegetarian Country Guest House situated in over 2 acres of privates with plenty of…
Wallace Lane Farm Campsite provides facilities for caravans, motor homes, tents and trailer tents,…
A small family-run boutique bed & breakfast in an enviable location. Superb views and a great base…
Originally an 18th Century Lakeland farm house, the Embleton Spa Hotel is a relaxed, informal hotel…
Family park set in magnificent scenery with access to lake Ullswater. Modern facilities for touring…
Opened summer 2021 on a quiet side street one step up from the lake in Bowness-on-Windermere. This…
Nestled in the heart of the English Lake District Victorian House provides the perfect antidote to…
A spectacularly located site on the quieter western shores of Windermere, England’s largest lake…
Lake District Estates is a family-owned business based in Kendal. We own and operate two visitor…
Newby Bridge Country Caravan Park is located in UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Lake District…
We have 12 comfy en-suite rooms, some with private balconies. Enjoy a full English or continental…
Standing proudly in the center of the village of Ravenglass the Pennington Hotel has 22 well…
Michelin-starred Pentonbridge Inn, located on the English/Scottish border offers a seasonal tasting…
At Pass the Keys, we take the stress out of short letting with a complete, fully managed service.…
The Queens Head features a cosy drinking area with newly-refurbished dining areas and 10…
Keepers Cottage was lovingly rebuilt in 2016 and now offers stylish four-bedroom accommodation with…
Discover Solway Holiday Park, where excitement knows no bounds and unforgettable memories await!…
Three beautifully presented self-catering properties on ten acres of farmland in a National…
Waterfoot Park is located in the beautiful Ullswater Valley, within walking distance of the…
Lake District self-catering near Windermere, 10 minutes from Bowness. Ideal for couples, with walks…
Lakeside hotel on Derwentwater with doorstep access to the best walking, hiking, and outdoor routes…
The King's Head is a stunning Bar/ Restaurant/ Hotel based in Ravenstonedale in the Eden Valley.…


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

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Keswick
HotelOriginally a coaching inn dating back to 1770, the Lake District Castle Inn Hotel and Spa offers cosy accommodation, great food, spa treatments and relaxing leisure facilities in a peaceful setting near Bassenthwaite Lake, the perfect base for…
Windermere
The Queens Head features a cosy drinking area with newly-refurbished dining areas and 10 comfortable en-suite guest bedrooms providing the perfect base for guests to Cumbria and, of course, their four-legged companions.
Coniston
Our range of glamping pods can be found in the heart of the Lake District at our Coniston Park Coppice site.
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…
Keswick
Guest Accommodation
Gold Star AwardThe Good Hotel Guide "Best Hotel in North of England 2024"
Keswick
Guest House
Gold Star AwardThe newly renovated family and dog-friendly Rooms36, VB 4-star silver award-winning bed and breakfast is situated a short flat walk from Keswick town centre and about a 5-minute flat walk from Derwentwater queen of the lakes.
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…
Brampton
A traditional English country inn located on the village green of Talkin. Log fire in the lounge, 4 local cask ales and meals served everyday, lunchtime and evening. 8 en-suite bedrooms. Beer garden with a lawned area. Separate restaurant.
Lakeside
Lakeside Hotel, the best 4 star hotel on the shores of Windermere, offers you a unique location on the water's edge. It is a classic traditional Lakeland Hotel, personally owned and managed and in a delightful setting.
Milnthorpe, Kendal
Holiday, Touring & Camping ParkWithin easy reach of Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and Morecambe Bay. The Lancaster Canal within walking distance. Various small villages and eatery's locally. Rail 6 miles.
Penrith
Our spacious plush glamping cabins can offer a comfortable glamping experience.
Silloth
Holiday, Touring & Camping ParkStanwix Park is located on the Solway Coast in Cumbria. Self Catering Caravans and Apartments to hire for 3,4 and 7 night breaks (some pet friendly accommodation). Fully serviced pitches for Tents, Touring Caravans and Motorhomes. Camping Pods…
Keswick
Stay at the refurbished Royal Oak in Borrowdale, beautiful bedrooms with dreamy beds and gleaming bathrooms, hearty breakfast, delicious evening dinner and charmful lounges.
We’ve even got a drying room with boot warmers and a car park with an…
Ullswater, Nr Penrith
A fine Regency house surrounded by 22 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland in a stunning location on the shores of Ullswater.
Newby Bridge
Holiday ParkNewby Bridge Country Caravan Park is located near the southern tip of lake Windermere. Surrounded by woodland and wildlife, the park provides a tranquil base from which to explore the beautiful Lake District National Park.
Windermere
Hotel
Inspector's ChoiceAt Gilpin Hotel all 30 bedrooms have lovely Lakeland views, most leading directly onto the gardens – All 6 Junior Suite and 6 Garden Suites have decked or slate patios with their own outdoor hot tubs, 5 Spa Lodges have their own ensuite spa…
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…
Coniston
• Sleeps up to 22
• 4 inter-linking cottages, can be booked individually sleeping 4-8 or together sleeping 22
• A total of 10 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms
• Each cottage comes with its own hot tub - 4 hot tubs in total
• Stunning mountain location with…
Tower Wood, Windermere
Lake District self-catering near Windermere, 10 minutes from Bowness. Ideal for couples, with walks from the doorstep, Fell Foot nearby and stunning Lake Windermere views.
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