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Cornish
Tipi Holidays Based in Cornwall,
UK
CONTACT We
offer a family based holiday with an authentic flavour of camping
as it used to be. Our fully equipped tipis, in village settings or
private clearings are arranged throughout an old valley now a haven
for flora and fauna. A large lake offers swimming, boating and fishing
with the spectacular scenery/beaches of the North Cornish Coast nearby.
Children Welcome
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Easton
Farm Park Based in Suffolk,
UK
CONTACT
Set in the Deben river valley in East Suffolk, Easton Farm Park offers
the whole family a fun day out on the farm. Meet and feed all the
farm animals, ride a pony, pat a pet and much more. Self-catering
holidays are also available at the farm all year round.
Children Welcome
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Galford
Springs Farm Holidays Based
in Devon, UK CONTACT
We are near the west edge
of Dartmoor in a lovely wooded steep valley with river running through,
peaceful countryside. Large converted barn offering comfortable accommodation
for groups, clubs or family get-togethers. Working farm, with animals
and lots of wildlife, a warm welcome to country lovers. From £14
per person per night. Children
Welcome / Pets Welcome (on lead) / Disabled Access
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Great
Wood Eco Lodges
Based near York, UK
CONTACT
A hidden location, yet close to York,
these delightful lodges are designed using the latest 'eco-friendly’
technology with all the comforts and facilities you could wish for.
Overlooking a tranquil lake set amongst original oak woodlands –
each lodge has 2 double/twin bedrooms, shower/ WC, dining/lounge with
kitchen area.
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The
Healing Path, Clare Island Based
in Ireland CONTACT
Yoga and meditation
retreat centre located on Clare Island off the West coast of Ireland.
Very peaceful location with stunning sea views. Various courses for
all levels with resident and visiting teachers in the summer. Individual
and group retreats, self-catering accommodation and organic vegetarian
guesthouse available off season.
Vegetarian / Vegan / Organic / Children
Welcome / Pets Welcome
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Independent
Holiday Hostels of Ireland
based in Dublin, Ireland
CONTACT
Over 100 tourist board approved
hostels, offering genuine value for money for the independent and
budget traveller. Excellent accommodation & facilities, doubles/twins,
dorms, family rooms, even camping facilities, common rooms, self-catering
kitchens, and a warm Irish welcome! No membership required and no
curfews! Many hostels organise workshops, music sessions, local tours,
the med weekends etc.
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Low
Luckens Organic Resource Centre
Based in the Cumbria, UK
CONTACT
With 220 acres of organically managed
farmland, ancient woodland and river habitats, we offer the public
and special interest groups, the opportunity to understand and experience
sustainability in farming, food, wildlife conservation and waste management.
The Centre is open all year round and provides inexpensive self-catering
accommodation for groups and families who enjoy the countryside.
Children Welcome / Pets Wecome by arrangement
/ Disabled Access / Groups
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Natural
Discovery eco accommodation Based
in the UK CONTACT
Our places to stay across the UK
are committed to environmental improvement. These establishments are
full of local character, and are owned by people with a great deal
of knowledge and an appreciation of the local areas in which they
live. Many are members of local Environmental Accreditation Schemes
and demonstrate interesting eco-features.
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Oakamoor
Self-Catering Cottage Based
in Staffordshire, UK CONTACT
Our terraced cottage
was a family gift. After complete renovation, we decided to share
it with animal-loving vegetarians like ourselves. The cottage is self-catering
and sleeps two. It is fully furnished, just bring towels and bedding.
Quiet village, beautiful location, ideal for walking/meditation.
Vegetarian / Pets Welcome / No smoking
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Soil
Association
Based in the UK
CONTACT
The Soil Association is one of the
UK's most respected environmental groups, a not-for-profit membership
organisation and charity playing a crucial role in the transformation
of attitudes to food and farming in the UK and internationally.
Our work includes: Lobbying policy makers: Raising public awareness:
Educating young people: Promoting local food: Advising and representing
organic farmers: Setting organic standards: Inspecting and certifying
farms and organic businesses.
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the
Self-Catering
"SHORT" list
ENGLAND
DERBYSHIRE
New House Organic Farm, Ashbourne http://www.newhousefarm.co.uk
Organic / Children Welcome / Pets welcome
/ Groups / Educational Visits
SCOTLAND
ROSS-SHIRE
Ullapool Tourist Hostel, Ullapool http://www.scotpackers-hostels.co.uk
Children Welcome / Pets Welcome / Drying
room / Internet Access
WALES
MONMOUTHSHIRE
Blaentrothy Cottages, Abergavenny http://www.cottage-holiday-wales.co.uk
Organic / Children Welcome
POWYS
Highgate, Newtown Montgomeryshire http://www.highgate-accommodation.co.uk
Organic / Children Welcome / Disabled
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