We are passionately committed to Orcadian Natural Heritage and the pursuit of environmentally acceptable processes in all aspects of the business is our core belief. This is evidenced by an environmentally sensitive approach in both construction techniques and our day to day running methods:
- Minimising energy use by exceeding all conventional building regulations for standards of insulation.
- Entirely our own Stone, Turf and Soil resources were used in stone building and Oldroyd turf roof construction. Lime mortar and Harling on all external stonework. Sapele Hardwood sourced from sustainable forests used in windows and doors, Holkham Linseed paint used on all external woodwork. These processes radically reduce the carbon footprint of both the original construction and future building maintenance.
- Underfloor heating and doubled glazed windows have been installed to improve on thermal performance.
- All appliances purchased are “A” energy rated and we have almost total use of low energy light bulbs.
- Reducing, recycling and re-using household products and encouraging our guests to follow the same philosophy by offering;
· A full range of Ecover household products which do not harm the environment.
· Easy to use and extensive waste recycling and composting facilities.
· All Provisions in our welcome packs are all locally sourced.
· Providing an organic natural habitat both in the immediate garden and in our 10 acre extended wildlife/bird reserve.
- Promoting a no smoking environment for the benefit of our guests.
