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A male skateboarder enjoys the flat road surface to skate on in the Scottish Highlands, with wind turbines behind him

Whether it’s a cycling tour through our cities, a kayaking journey across our coastline, or discovering a hyper local eatery out in our countryside, Britain is the place to be for an eco-adventure that puts nature and its people first.

A sustainability showcase

Why Britain's best for sustainability

A nation of nature-lovers, free thinkers, local supporters and adventure seekers - Britain is made to be explored by bike, foot, train or even kayak. Seek out the curious animals of our shores with a paddling exploration, or delve into the wonderfully wild landscapes of the Scottish Highlands. For foodies, dip into local flavours, where our green restaurants boast blooming gardens, home-grown herbs and locally caught ingredients. So whether you’re after a dash of culture in our city hubs, or getting ready to immerse yourself in nature - this is a nation for the eco-minded adventurer.

Treading lightly acorss our nation never looked cooler. So here’s our low-down of how to enjoy Britain without breaking the bank or our planet.

Top sustainable experiences

Look out for the Michelin Green Star for the ultimate in sustainability-inspired restaurant cuisine.

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Food being prepared on a plate at the Ethicurean in Bristol.

Embrace these bike-friendly city experiences or join a guided tour and peddle your way around Britain’s cities, towns and more.

Welcome to Yorkshire

Dalby Staindale Two Riders Standing

From spas with clifftop hot tubs to country house hotels, when it comes to being eco-friendly there’s no need to scrimp on comfort.

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Explore Britain’s cities without leaving your footprints over the environment.

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People in Kayaks on river Thames going past HMS Belfast with Tower Bridge in the distance

A whistle-stop tour of Britain’s sustainable gourmet dining scene.

The Ethicurean Ltd

Chef in the garden of The Ethicurean

Top sustainable destinations

Where to find the best sustainable experiences

Hop on a Puffin Water Taxi to tuck onto this hidden cafe.

Head on an adventure to the River Exe Cafe

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Blond woman and man sitting at table, eating seafood platter
River Exe Cafe, Devon
Langland’s Brasserie by the Sea, Wales

Ethically sourced seafood and veggie plates served along with organic wines.

Find out more about Dory’s

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Table laid out for food at Dory's Kent
Dory’s, Kent

Find peace and tranquility in a remote part of Scotland’s islands.

Learn more about Treshnish

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Treshnish Cottages
Treshnish, Isle of Mull

Enjoy locally sourced cuisine and organic wines in a Georgian country house.

Learn more about The Traddock Hotel

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Herb garden at The Traddock hotel and restaurant in the Yorkshire Dales
The Traddock Hotel, Yorkshire

This tiny farmhouse is big on escape, located at the foothills of Mount Snowdon it creates all its own power.

Visit Crashpad Lodges

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Crashpad Lodges
Crashpad Lodges

Tuck into a tasting menu from a twenty-acre farm.

Find out more about Roots

Roots, York

Roots, York
Roots, York

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Cookery School at Les Manoir aux Quat'Saisons, A Belmond Hotel
Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, Great Milton

A fine dining ethos that brings sustainability to the table.

Find out more about Haar

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Haar Restaurant
Haar, St Andrews

Take in the flavours of Scotland, influenced by the chefs own personal travels.

Discover the flavours of Eleanore

Eleanore, Edinburgh

Team standing outside front of the Eleanore restaurant, Edinburgh
Eleanore, Edinburgh

Try roast Orkney scallops or Cumbrae oysters, or enjoy Angus beef from sustainable Scottish farms.

Discover more about Gost
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Gōst, Glasgow

Discover the parts of the city you never knew about through this London walking tour.

Explore you way around London on this interest-led walking tour

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Smiling black woman walking around the colourful streets in central London in the summer
London walking tours

A sustainable hideaway in the romantic wilds of the Scottish Highlands.

Visit Eagle Brae

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Strathglass

Man sitting on the terrace of a wooden lodge with large St Bernard dog, Scottish Highlands
Eagle Brae log cabins

The grand flint building in front of the Holkham beach, which uses game from its own estate.

Book a stay at Holkham

Paul Macro

The Victoria, Holkham
The Victoria, Norfolk

Hop on a Puffin Water Taxi to tuck onto this hidden cafe.

Head on an adventure to the River Exe Cafe

VisitBritain/Sam Barker

Blond woman and man sitting at table, eating seafood platter
River Exe Cafe, Devon
Langland’s Brasserie by the Sea, Wales

Ethically sourced seafood and veggie plates served along with organic wines.

Find out more about Dory’s

dorys_of_margate

Table laid out for food at Dory's Kent
Dory’s, Kent

Find peace and tranquility in a remote part of Scotland’s islands.

Learn more about Treshnish

treshnish

Treshnish Cottages
Treshnish, Isle of Mull

Enjoy locally sourced cuisine and organic wines in a Georgian country house.

Learn more about The Traddock Hotel

@the_traddock

Herb garden at The Traddock hotel and restaurant in the Yorkshire Dales
The Traddock Hotel, Yorkshire

This tiny farmhouse is big on escape, located at the foothills of Mount Snowdon it creates all its own power.

Visit Crashpad Lodges

crashpad_lodges

Crashpad Lodges
Crashpad Lodges

Tuck into a tasting menu from a twenty-acre farm.

Find out more about Roots

Roots, York

Roots, York
Roots, York

@belmondlemanoir

Cookery School at Les Manoir aux Quat'Saisons, A Belmond Hotel
Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, Great Milton

A fine dining ethos that brings sustainability to the table.

Find out more about Haar

haarrestaurant

Haar Restaurant
Haar, St Andrews

Take in the flavours of Scotland, influenced by the chefs own personal travels.

Discover the flavours of Eleanore

Eleanore, Edinburgh

Team standing outside front of the Eleanore restaurant, Edinburgh
Eleanore, Edinburgh

Try roast Orkney scallops or Cumbrae oysters, or enjoy Angus beef from sustainable Scottish farms.

Discover more about Gost
Awaiting image
Gōst, Glasgow

Discover the parts of the city you never knew about through this London walking tour.

Explore you way around London on this interest-led walking tour

VisitBritain/Getty Images/AzmanJaka

Smiling black woman walking around the colourful streets in central London in the summer
London walking tours

A sustainable hideaway in the romantic wilds of the Scottish Highlands.

Visit Eagle Brae

©VisitBritain/Andrew Pickett

Strathglass

Man sitting on the terrace of a wooden lodge with large St Bernard dog, Scottish Highlands
Eagle Brae log cabins

The grand flint building in front of the Holkham beach, which uses game from its own estate.

Book a stay at Holkham

Paul Macro

The Victoria, Holkham
The Victoria, Norfolk