For many holiday destinations like Windermere for example, it is even more important. To preserve this beautiful part of the country, tourists need to be responsible. Of course, there are the usual steps whilst on holiday such recycling and buying local produce so keeping food miles down but there are also many other ways in which you can help.
A self catering holiday is the ideal way to lower the carbon footprint of a trip. The carbon footprint of a self catering holiday is significantly less than a hotel based holiday. Many factors contribute to this, the amount of lights, sheets and towels washed and spa and swimming pool facilities and greater control can be had by the guest to reduce energy consumption. Some self catering property owners and developers are creating a more eco friendly property, for example, installing solar panels, wind turbines and worming and composting facilities.
Some Windermere self catering businesses offer incentives for cycling to the property such as a £50 discount on the Windermere cottages break. Giving a discount incentive it a great idea especially in the current climate. Storage and wash down areas are a must when arriving by bike and there are Windermere apartment complexes that provide such facilities. A cottage or apartment also allows for extra storage of kit, far more so that a hotel room.
Travelling to Windermere couldn't be easier by public transport. The main Virgin West Coat Mainline stops at Oxenholme – The Lake District which links Glasgow and Edinburgh to London Euston. Oxenholme has regular direct trains to Windermere. The main south Lakes bus routes all pass through Windermere and stop at the bus station. The 555 Stagecoach service links Lancaster with Carlisle through an hourly service and stops at Windermere, Ambleside, Grasmere and Keswick.
The Lake District offers mountain bikers & cyclists of all levels trails through some of the country's most breathtaking landscapes. The accommodation & facilities at Windermere cottages ensure you get the most out of your Lake District cycling holiday.
Self catering holidays benefit the environment too. The carbon footprint of a self catering holiday is significantly less than a hotel based holiday. Many factors contribute to this, the amount of lights, sheets and towels washed and spa and swimming pool facilities. Some self catering property owners and developers are creating a more eco friendly property, for example, installing solar panels, wind turbines and worming and composting facilities.
By supporting organisations such as Cumbria Business Environment Network (CBEN) the Tourism and Conservation Partnership, tourism businesses in Windermere can get advice and support on how to provide a more environmentally conscious service to their guests. Their mission is "To create a more sustainable tourism sector by encouraging businesses to successfully operate in a way that also supports the environment and local community".
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