Deep in a Lakeland valley, next to the hamlet of Elterwater, is the Langdale Hotel and Timeshare, a holiday complex with breathtaking views over the fells. The successful business owes its existence to its spectacular surroundings. But it is not taking its environment for granted. It has taken a long hard look at its environmental performance, reducing energy use, installing a biomass boiler and looking into reinstating the water wheels that once powered the valley.

Elsewhere, above Ullswater, Sundog Energy provides solar and wind energy installations, for clients nationwide. Just below them, on the shores of the lake, the Outward » Continue Reading.