(Silver award for Green Tourism - steps include: Composting garden waste, Recycling glass, cans & paper, Use of environmentally friendly washing powder/conditioner and
washing up liquid (provided), Use of recycled paper products, No smoking policy in Pasture Cottage/The Garden Room, Supporting local farmers, artists and retailers, Walkers and Cyclists welcome - information on local walks, cycle trails, nature reserves provided, Care of local wildlife,
At Pasture Cottage we encourage guests to SWOON - "switch off one (light) now"!! )
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DERBYSHIRE Self Catering (2+2)
Children and dogs welcome
THE OLD PIGGERY, WELYARDE, TIDESWELL
"The Post Office sold the freshest free-range eggs I have ever tasted.
Overall, it has made me more determined to seek out local produce in my home town."
(As that bloke with the astonishingly large moustache says, “it’s not easy being green”. But we try to do our bit to help the environment at The Old Piggery, and we encourage our guests to do the same. We try and use organic, environmentally cleaning products, and we recycle and 'Freecycle' whatever we can)
(As well as sheep, cattle and heritage breed pigs, we grow a range of vegetables that are supplied to local outlets thus reducing 'food miles' and maintaining freshness. We are members of LEAF (Linking Environment & Farming), a national organisation committed to the encouragement of environmentally friendly farming)
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DEVON Self Catering (11 + 3)
Children welcome
LAMBSIDE HOUSE, CARSWELL FARM, HOLBETON, PLYMOUTH
"The location of the property is spectacular, very peaceful,
(Working organic dairy farm with 'fresh from the cow' milk in the fridge & organic meat in the freezer. Holders of Silver Award for the Green Tourism Business Scheme.)
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DEVON Self Catering (2 + 1)
Adults and child welcome
THE MEWS, CARSWELL FARM, HOLBETON, PLYMOUTH
"The surrounding farmland/countryside/coast is breathtaking,
with great views from every window of the cottage."
(Working organic dairy farm with 'fresh from the cow' milk in the fridge & organic meat in the freezer. Holders of Silver Award for the Green Tourism Business Scheme.)
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GLOUCESTERSHIRE Self Catering (4)
Children welcome
SKYLARK COTTAGE, PARK ROAD, BLOCKLEY
"We found this to be a beautifully decorated, cosy and relaxing cottage
with lots of thoughtful touches including fresh flowers on the kitchen table
and chocolate cake in the cake tin on our arrival."
"A stunningly beautiful 18th century Welsh cottage, made of clom, thatched, with 2 'croglloft' bedrooms under the eaves. Also with all comforts required"
(This cottage is a rare survivor of a West Wales 'croglofft' and is Listed for its architectural importance. It has a unique, original interior that has been featured on many TV programmes and in books.
'Under The Thatch' strive to be a sustainable tourism business informed by ethical and environmental conservation principles – and profits are used to rescue historic buildings at risk
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WALES Self Catering (4)
Children and dogs welcome
TREHILYN ISAF, STRUMBLE HEAD, PEMBROKESHIRE
"Is run by Under the Thatch - an ethical holiday company.
The house itself has been restored using traditional methods and materials -
(Under the Thatch accepts an obligation and responsibility for the environment and the local communities in which it operates, and aspires to share these values with its customers. They operate an environmental management system to ensure continuous responsible practices)
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WALES Self Catering (2)
Children (over 12) and dogs welcome
ROMANY CARAVAN, LLANDYSUL, CEREDIGION
"This is the most magical place we have ever stayed"
