Being Green
Sustainability is the new buzz word but to us it is a way of life. We have always grown our own food, composted the waste and recycled what we can. Nothing is wasted – if we don’t eat it the dog, pigs or hens will. Water butts gather rainwater to be used in the garden through the summer months. Wood is gathered from all over the farm to burn on the 2 wood burning stoves that heat the main living rooms. A Sheila Maid hangs above one, efficiently drying clothes through the winter months.
Where possible we have changed to low energy light bulbs and last summer had solar tubes fitted to the roof to provide energy efficient hot water to all the bathrooms.
The next step is moving towards using only environmentally friendly cleaning products and encouraging guests to request washing of bedding and towels, rather than automatically changing it.
Our ‘buy local’ philosophy also supports our sustainable lifestyle, by supporting local shops and businesses we also support the local community, ensuring a future for our children.
Guests wishing to travel by public transport can be picked up and dropped off in Cleobury and cycle hire can be arranged locally.
For information about accessibility and our facilities please see our accessibility policy.
You can view our Shropshire Hills Sustainable Business Scheme Appraisal Report here.
For more information on buying local food and drink in Shropshire please visit Shropshire Hills - Buy Local website.
