The GTBS (Green Tourism Business Scheme) is the national sustainable tourism certification scheme for the UK.
Businesses opting to join Green Tourism are assessed by a qualified grading advisor against a rigorous set of criteria, covering a range of areas, like energy and water efficiency, waste management, biodiversity, green technology and more.
Natural Retreats are committed to providing a high quality service in a manner that minimises our potential impact on the environment. For that reason, starting in the Yorkshire Dales and being rolled out around the company, we are already delivering many initiatives, examples of which include, green build technology, energy bought from 100% renewable sources, welcome hampers sourced from local suppliers, promoting car free itineraries, a wildlife management plan and many more