Our Environment
Our Philosophy…
Our journey began when we decided to create a carbon-neutral attraction at the heart of the National Forest. The dilapidated barns were lovingly converted using the highest grade of insulation and building materials to create a sustainable environment for future guests. We believe that luxury can be achieved without detriment to the environment if planned carefully.
The 250kw turbine provides more than enough electricity to power all of our accommodation — including underfloor heating for the cooler months and plenty of hot water. The turbine system first sends electricity to our farm supply for use at Hastings Retreat, and whatever is left over gets sent back to the grid! Technology is forever developing, and we’re now in the process of installing battery systems that will store excess energy for us to use when the wind isn’t blowing. We currently use approximately 1/3 of the electricity that we produce.
Our Philosophy…
Hastings Retreat is home to an abundance of wildlife, and that’s the way we want it to stay. We’ve incorporated many types of bird box all around the properties with advice from the experts. The Dairy has a built-in bat loft, and we have many bat bricks and bird houses built into the sides of the properties, creating a welcoming environment for our winged friends.
You’ll regularly see rabbits (who love to live under our decking areas), hares, muntjacs and, more recently, deer. We are very fortunate to be able to share this with guests who have often never experienced nature as we do. The barn owl is certainly a sight to behold.
Our Philosophy…
We strive to continuously improve our efforts to protect the environment. Coming soon…
…watch this space.
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From a studio apartment to a 4-bedroom house, experience a carbon-neutral retreat in the heart of the countryside.
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