Green Tourism

We’re delighted to have been awarded “GOLD” by the Green Tourism Business Scheme consistently since 2011, thanks to all our guests who helped us through their diligent recycling and useful comments. Last time we achieved a score of 84% and we aim to do even better next time. Here’s how you can help us – and the environment generally.

Be a responsible visitor – 7 things you can do to help save the planet!

1. Conserve energy – Reduce energy by switching off lights and closing windows if the heating is on.

2. Give the car a rest – Leave the car behind, if only for a day, walk, cycle or use public transport.

3. Shop local – Use local products, they give you a flavour of the area and help support local communities. We are fortunate to have some fantastic producers of food, drink, and arts and crafts in our region which we can tell you all about.

4. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle – Try to avoid overly packaged goods and say no to that extra carrier bag.  We recycle as much as we can, and you can help.

5. Be Water Wise – Please use water sensibly. Little things like not leaving the tap running when you clean your teeth can make a big difference.

6. Respect nature – Help us to look after the landscape and wildlife by not littering, guarding against fire and using footpaths and cycle-ways responsibly. Leave gates as you find them.

7. Support Green Tourism Businesses – There are hundreds of businesses trying to reduce their environmental impacts through the Green Tourism Business Scheme.

Most importantly, have a great time when you’re here; we’d love you to return!

At West Woolley Farm we are committed to working in a sustainable way. To help us do this we take the following actions.

• We comply with the requirements of environmental legislation and approved codes of practice.

• We continuously seek to improve our environmental and social performance.

• We reduce pollution emissions and waste.

• We reduce the use of energy, water and other resources.

• We raise awareness and encourage participation in sustainable business practices.

• We expect similar environmental standards from all suppliers and contractors.

• We help guests to use products and services in an environmentally sensitive way.

• We liaise with the local community.

• We have minimised our risk associated with social and environmental issues.

• We have joined the Green Tourism Business Scheme as an indicator of our sustainable practices.

We’d love you to help us. Please see the information folder in your cottage and give us your suggestions on what you can do to be a greener visitor.

Borrow our beach gear and help the Royal National Lifeboat Institute (RNLI). We have a selection of body boards, buckets and spades, wind breaks and adult wetsuits for you to use. All we ask is that, in return, you consider making a small donation to the RNLI Lifeguards who do such a great job of keeping our beaches safe.

The proceeds from the coin-operated tumble dryer in the Laundry are also emptied into the RNLI collection box.