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Green Policy

We are committed to socially responsible and sustainable working practices by:

 Using photo-voltaic panels for approx one third of our power

 Using short & low temperature washing/dishwashing cycles

 Line drying bedding etc whenever possible

 Using solar panels for water heating

 Using eco friendly products

 Growing fruit & vegetables

 Purchasing local, free-range, organic and Fairtrade products

 Promoting public transport & encouraging walkers and cyclists

 Using low energy light bulbs

 Using recycled paper products

 Reducing waste, recycling & composting

 Working with local organisations to promote the area

 Marketing mainly through the internet

 Offering long-stay discounts

Seven things you can do to help save the planet

We are working to make our destination more eco-friendly, but we need your help. We can all reduce our impact on the environment by making choices. As a visitor you have a very important role to play in helping us to conserve our natural assets and become a more sustainable destination. Here are some recommended tips on how you can help:

· Conserve Energy

· Reduce energy by switching off lights and closing windows if heating is on.  

· Give the Car a Rest

· Leave the car behind, if only for a day. Walk, cycle or use public transport. We will happily provide you with advice.

· 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. Ask us about local  markets or local and regional   produce.

· Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

· Try to avoid overly packaged goods and say no to that extra carrier bag. We can recycle your waste before you   leave.

· Be Water Wise

· The UK has rising costs for water treatment and flood defense so please use water wisely. Turn off the tap when   brushing your teeth and adhere to towel policies or other water saving initiatives.

· Respect Nature

· Help us to look after the landscape and wildlife by not littering, guarding against fire and using footpaths and cycle-   ways responsibly. Ensure you follow the Countryside Code.

· Support Green Businesses

Southdown/White Horse Walking Holidays holds Walkers Welcome and Cyclists Welcome awards.  We have been assessed by the Green Tourism Business Scheme and we earned a Silver Award for our environmental efforts.  We hope to achieve a Gold award next time and are already working towards this. There are thousands of businesses in the British Isles working to reduce their carbon footprint through the Green Tourism Business Scheme. Businesses are awarded Bronze, Silver and Gold for their efforts to be more sustainable. Our aim is to help promote sustainable tourism within the region and we strive to show that participating in green tourism does not in any way compromise our high standards.

Being walkers ourselves, we have an affinity with nature and consider ourselves very lucky to live in such a beautiful location. We encourage guests to explore the local countryside, researching walks to suit individual requirements. Many walks can be taken right from the door or can be started or finished close to public transport links.