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Green TourismRead on for an introduction on being |
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If you are concerned about climate change and your carbon footprint why not enjoy a green holiday in Cornwall?
The South West England is a front-runner in responsible travel, with a fantastic environment, distinctive culture, and more green certified tourism providers than any other region in Britain.
Visitors will find a huge variety of locally and organically produced food, feted by chefs such as Rick Stein and Jamie Oliver. The region's mild climate, lush pastures and coastal peninsula provide the perfect (at times almost sub-tropical) environment for some of the country's finest meat, dairy and fish produce.
Five ways to be the best sort of visitor…
1. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Refuse packaging and bags you don’t need.
You can use the recycling banks you’ll see in most main car parks across the area. Lots of campsites, hotels, B&BS and attractions have recycling bins now. And if you CAN'T see the recycling bins - just ask. It may be by asking you might just encourage the owner to provide them. If you don't - they'll never know you wanted one...
2. Get out of the car!
Walking, cycling and riding are great ways to see Cornwall without adding to traffic. Use public transport if you need to travel to your start point, but try exploring near to where you are staying - there are some fantastic places to see right on your doorstep.
Here are some great ideas for a car free day out:
Fal River Links
A network of ferries, boats, buses and trains linking some of Cornwall’s best attractions, walks and scenery. Choose the car free option when you next visit Truro, Falmouth or St Mawes.
Fal River Links, 2 Ferry Cottages, Feock, Truro, Cornwall, TR3 6QJ.
Tel: 01872 861914. Email: info@falriverlinks.co.uk.
www.falriverlinks.co.uk
Great Scenic Railways of Devon and Cornwall
Why not explore Cornwall by train? For details on how to view the county by train visit:
www.carfreedaysout.com
National Trust
Did you know one in six National Trust properties, from historic houses to gardens, now offer visitors arriving without a car a discount on their entry fee or a voucher for the tea-room?
Cotehele, Nr Saltash
Riverside gardens with great seasonal variety. Ghostly goings on: hazy figures, music and a strange herbal smell. Take a boat trip on the River Tamar from Cotehele Quay. Reduced rate when arriving by public transport or cycle.
Tel: 01579 351346.
Glendurgan, Nr Falmouth
Valley garden with views over the Helford River and coastline. Warm and sheltered setting for exotic flowers, trees and shrubs, a fantastic laurel maze and 'Giant's Stride' maypole for the family. Walk down to a tranquil sandy beach and rock pools at Durgan. Reduced rate when arriving by public transport or cycle.
Tel: 01326 250906 (during opening hours)
Lanhydrock, Bodmin
Magnificent Victorian country house, gardens and wooded estate, close to Bodmin Parkway train station. Visitors arriving by bike or public transport are offered reduced admission. Tel: 01208 265950.
Levant Mine and Beam Engine, Nr St Just
Unique steam-powered Cornish beam engine in action steaming again after 60 idle years. Underground tours. Winding and pumping shafts and electric winding engine also on view. Reduced rate when arriving by public transport or cycle. Tel: 01736 786156
Trelissick Garden, Nr Truro
Tranquil varied garden in fabulous position, with a superb collection of tender and exotic plants. Reduced rate when arriving by public transport or cycle.
Tel: 01872 862090.
Trengwainton Garden, Nr Penzance
Sheltered garden with an abundance of exotic trees and shrubs. Dogs welcome throughtout the garden (except tea-room garden). Reduced rate when arriving by public transport, cycle or on foot. Tel: 01736 363148.
Trerice, Nr Newquay
Elizabethan manor house with fine interiors and delightful garden. Reduced rate when arriving by public transport or cycle. Tel: 01637 875404.
Visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk for more information.
Newquay Zoo, Newquay
Arrive at Newquay Zoo by train and you will receive a £1 discount by showing your railway ticket on entry. The zoo is just a 5-10 minute walk from the train station.
Newquay Zoo, Trenance Gardens, Newquay, Cornwall, TR7 2LZ.
Tel: 01637 873342.
www.newquayzoo.org.uk
3. Stay Local, Try Local, Buy Local
Purchasing local goods and services minimises the leakage of £s outside Cornwall, enhancing the local economy. Visit Farmers’ Markets, farm shops, village stores, pubs and cafes.
4. Switch Off!
Help reduce light pollution, energy use and CO2 emissions by switching off lights and all those standby buttons when you don’t need them.
Reduce water consumption by using just the water you need - and then sit back and enjoy that view (remember, consuming only gin and tonics saves water too) …
5. Enjoy the Culture
Cornwall is a great place to visit. Why not soak up some of the local culture? Some simple planning will make your visit fantastic.
Don’t let the rain spoil your holiday! Cornwall is beautiful whatever the weather. For loads of ideas visit:
101 Things to do in Cornwall on a rainy day
What is Cornwall doing?
There are loads of organisations and individuals doing their bit to keep Cornwall green.
Cornwall Wildlife Trust
Cornwall Wildlife Trust is a partner in the coalition of The Wildlife Trusts, 47 local Trusts throughout the UK, which form the leading charitable conservation body exclusively dedicated to wildlife.
Cornwall Wildlife Trust is a registered charity with offices in Truro, although we have nature reserves and volunteers throughout the whole of the county. We organise a wide range of wildlife-related events and activities. We also support many wildlife and conservation specialist groups (mostly volunteers) working on a variety of projects. We believe that involving people in our work is essential to the future of nature conservation in Cornwall.
CoaST - Cornwall Sustainable Tourism Network
CoaST work to ensure tourism delivers social, economic and environmental benefit to Cornwall, as well as a fantastic holiday for all our visitors.
Surfers Against Sewage (SAS) is a UK-based non profit-making organisation campaigning for clean, safe recreational waters, free from sewage effluents, toxic chemicals, marine litter and nuclear waste.
The National Lobster Hatchery, Padstow
The National Lobster Hatchery are working to actively promote and contribute to responsible management of coastal marine resources and to act as a resource for education, conservation and research. Why not visit them and adopt a lobster?
