Green Tourism
Green Tourism is the national sustainable tourism certification scheme for the UK, and is the only scheme validated by VisitEngland, VisitWales and the Northern Ireland Tourism Board through the International Centre for Responsible Tourism and is endorsed by VisitScotland and Failte Ireland.
Families can enjoy a unique stay at Old Deanery Cottages, traditional Irish holiday homes in the enchanting village of Killala, County Mayo, with Irish Ferries Holidays. This part of Ireland is known for its miles of unspoilt sandy beaches, great surfing, shore and deep-sea fishing along with breath taking scenery.
This April, The London Coffee Festival celebrates its 10th birthday with four fabulous days at Brick Lane’s Truman Brewery. Featuring artisan coffee, tastings & demonstrations from world-class baristas, immersive workshops, cocktails, street food, live music, DJs, art exhibitions, beauty and wellness, panel talks, a ten-tier birthday cake PLUS a whole lot of FREE coffee…. the party is ON!
The ultimate vegan camping festival is happening in June 2020 – VFest UK. This brand new event features exciting headline acts, challenging outdoor activities, family entertainment, fun shows, international speakers, stalls, global food caterers and much more, including TV Chef Matt Pritchard, Guiness World Record Holder Fiona Oakes and Extinction Rebellion Co-Founder Roger Hallam…
Families can travel back in time to the 1920’s during February Half Term, with this special invite from Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire.
The Palace is inviting bright young things to enjoy a half term full of crafts, dancing and themed games as part of the new Let’s Misbehave: Blenheim Palace in the 1920’s exhibition.
Running from 15th February to 13th April, the exhibition is a fascinating insight into the heady world of the upper classes in a time of great social, artistic and political change.
Strand Palace has recently joined Green Tourism, the largest and most established sustainable certification programme in the world, with the aim of achieving one of their respected Awards.
A Green Tourism Award means that a business works responsibly, ethically and sustainably, contributes to their community, is reducing their impact on the environment and aims to be accessible and inclusive to all visitors and staff. Businesses that meet the required standard receive a Bronze, Silver or Gold award based on their level of achievement.