Green #AdventureInLancashire

KEEP IT GREEN #AdventureInLancashire

More and more people are looking for ways to travel sustainably, and rightly so! Living, and travelling sustainably should be at the heart of everything we do.

If you are looking for a more sustainable or environmentally friendly short break, we have compiled some top tips for going green, including where to stay and what to pack. You will not only feel better about your travels, but you will have a wonderful time too.

Stanley Villa Farm Fishing & Camping

HANDY HINTS FOR MAKING YOUR STAY IN LANCASHIRE A LITTLE GREENER

1. Travel light bringing only the essentials – and if these are sustainable even better! Think bamboo toothbrushes, reusable face wipes and shampoo bars.

2. Plan your route beforehand and with plenty of time to spare, making it easier to avoid sitting in traffic or missing those public transport connections

3. If you are going to be out all day pack a reusable water bottle or thermos for drinks and take a picnic or packed lunch in reusable containers. Make sure to take all your rubbish home with you – or to the nearest recycling centre!

4. Don’t forget to pack some bags for life to save money as well as plasticuse when out shopping.

Bank House Cottage

Accommodation

There are lots of ways to have a greener stay in Lancashire, whether you want to go completely off-grid with a night on a working farm, escape to a rural glamping site or enjoy small luxuries using green energy at a Green Tourism accredited cottage.

Bank House Cottage | Lower Clough Cottage | Stanley Villa Farm Fishing & Camping | Thornton Hall Country Park

Heritage Café at Samlesbury Hall

Eat Local

Lancashire’s rich landscape makes sourcing ingredients locally a breeze, you’ll find many restaurants, pubs, and cafes, boasting local seasonal produce on their menus. Take a trip to the Heritage Café at Samlesbury Hall, which has been specially designed with eco-friendliness in mind.

Looking to cook for yourself? The county is alsohome to some of the best farm shops, market stallsand foodie events in the country.

Cartford Inn | The Freemasons at Wiswell | Booths |Countrystyle Meats Farm Shop| Bowland Food Hall|Preston Market | Heritage Café at Samlesbury Hall

The Bee Centre

Things to do

There’s a whole heap of things to do for the environmentally conscious in Lancashire, whether you want to spend time in nature, learn more about wildlife conservation or enjoy a new hobby. Take a dip with wild swimming, taste honey straight from the hive, or forage for your next meal, the options are endless.

The Bee Centre | Goosnargh Gin | Wyresdale ParkBrockholes Nature Reserve | Forest of Bowland AONB | WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre

Clitheroe Train Station

Travel

Save money on fuel, enjoy wonderful surroundings AND be more sustainable by travelling via Lancashire’s public transport network, walking routes and cycle ways! Easily accessible from most towns and cities they provide a great alternative to travelling around the county by car.

Traveline | The Lancashire Cycleway The Guild Wheel | Ribble Valley E-Bikes

Wyre Beach Clean Up

Volunteer

Give something back to the area you’re visiting by volunteering at one of Lancashire’s initiatives. Not only will it give you a sense of achievement, but it is a fantastic opportunity to interact with the locals and learn more about the area you’re visiting.

Head to visitlancashire.com to find out more.

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