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In April 2006 we were the first cottages in
Cornwall to be assessed by the nationally recognised Green
Tourism Business Scheme.
Around 120 separate measures are looked at to
assess the environmental impact of our business and we were
really thrilled to be awarded a 'GOLD' level.
Please click here to find out more about the scheme www.greenbusiness.co.uk.
Cornwall Is a beautiful county, the mix of the
diverse coastal and rural landscapes makes it very special
and quite unique.
Here at Pollaughan we are aware of the fragile balance of
preserving the Idyllic environment that surrounds us locally
on the Roseland and also in the wider county of Cornwall,
whilst welcoming and embracing the many visitors who come
every year to share this very special place.
By us all being aware of this there are lots of small ways
that both you as our visitors, and ourselves in our communities,
can try and to minimise the 'footprint'we leave behind us.
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Use recycling facilities, for papers, bottles and cans.
Try to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle wherever possible. |
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Buy food, gifts and souvenirs from local producers,
artists and craftsmen. Here at Pollaughan we source food
and many products locally, helping to keep the local economy
alive. |
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Be sure to take all rubbish with you as litter is a
danger to wildlife and habitats, and spoils the beautiful
scenery. |
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Try to use public transport where possible. For Information
on ferry, bus and train times please visit the Fal River
Links Project at http://www.falriverllnks.co.uk |
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Explore the Roseland and beyond by using the network
of ferries and pleasure boats, a very pleasurable and
time saving link between the Roseland, Falmouth and Truro. |
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Pollaughan Farm Cottages - CoaST Ambassador
of Best Practice
As part of our Building on Distinction Programme, CoaST (The
Cornwall Sustainable Tourism Project) will be providing intensive
ongoing assistance throughout Cornwall, to develop examples
of excellent sustainable practice.
CoaST is very excited to have Pollaughan Farm Cottages on
board as one of our Ambassadors of Best Practice.
At Pollaughan, sustainability is not just about fine tuning
business practice, it is about embracing a socially and environmentally
sensitive way of life. Valerie and Tim Penny have been striving
towards sustainability since the inception of their holiday
cottage business and already tackle a wide range of issues.
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promoting 'Access for All' |
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sourcing local produce where ever possible |
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minimising waste |
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recycling |
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reducing energy |
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water usage |
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| All this while helping to conserve
the Cornish environment, contribute to the Cornish economy
and give something back to the community of Cornwall! |
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