Top 5 - Top Eco Escapes
Brompton Lakes, Easby, Richmond
Located within the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside. These luxurious three-bedroomed eco-lodges combine the latest green building techniques with stylish interior design. Set in 26 acres with two lakes and surrounded by woodland and open countryside, the lodges were built from sustainable materials and have sedum green roofs.
Natural Retreats, Aislabeck plantation, Richmond
Set within 52 acres of private woodland and meadows. Built from sustainable timber and glass, these high quality self-catering residences offer magnificent views across Swaledale. With numerous picturesque country walks and cycle tracks on the doorstep, this secluded, tranquil setting is the perfect retreat.
YHA Lockton, North Yorkshire
One of the first YHA Green Beacon Youth Hostels. Lockton features rainwater harvesting system, live sedum roof, solar panels and a host of other features aimed at reducing the Youth Hostel's impact on the local environment. Fully refurbished and beautifully located in a picturesque hamlet, this hostel is a perfect base for exploring the North York Moors.
Titanic Spa, Huddersfield
The UK's first Eco-Spa. Spectacularly housed in a traditional textile mill, which has been converted to be carbon neutral. Its green credentials include a 15m chlorine-free, salt-regulated swimming pool, a biomass generator which burns tree chippings for heating, and it uses water from its very own bore-hole. Blissful, luxurious treatments - indulgence with a conscience. And for those who can't bear to tear themselves away, there are de-luxe apartments for a relaxing stay.
Straw Bale Cottage and Cabin, Howden, East Yorkshire
A unique holiday experience. The Straw Bale Cottage and Cabin do exactly what they say on the tin - they were both lovingly built by the owners using locally grown wheat straw. The cosy, well equipped cabin stands in the corner of a wildflower meadow, overlooking a delightful pond; the cottage nestles in an old orchard. Peaceful, relaxing and environmentally friendly - sustainable tourism at its best.