Green Tourism
Opening the door to activities...
The breathtakingly beautiful and varied coastline and countryside that
is this designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty called the South
Hams is very special. Tourism and recreation can take its toll, but
as a visitor you can play an active part in helping to preserve and
protect our wonderful environment for future generations.
Kingsbridge Information Centre is committed to and is a member of the
Green Tourism Business Scheme, which promotes good environmental practices.
We are very proud to have been
awarded Gold for several years. These practices contribute to sustainable
forms of tourism and include minimising energy use, recycling and use
of recycled products, promoting public transport along with walking
and cycling, sourcing supplies locally and much more.
With that in mind we worked hard through 2008/9 to gain Walkers are Welcome recognition for the town of Kingsbridge & was awarded it in June 2009, first in the South West & first in Devon, quite an achievement though we say it ourselves!
You too can play your part in helping to care for the beautiful South
Hams countryside by supporting the local businesses that show a commitment
to Green Tourism. Details of members of the Green Tourism Business scheme
can be found in their booklet “extra Special” or on the
website www.somewhere-special co.uk. The Coast and Countryside Service,
in conjunction with the AONB, produce leaflets entitled ‘Out and
About’ which are available free of charge from over 200 outlets
in the local area and are packed with information and ideas to help
you take advantage of alternative methods of transport. We can also
provide you with information on the sites of the recycling banks locally.
We have a variety of ways for you to explore the area without the need
to use your car. You’ll see more and have an enjoyable day out
and play your part in preserving the local environment. Trains and boats
and buses (not planes!) …….
On foot has to be one of the most enjoyable ways of seeing most of
the scenery. The wonderful stretches of the coastal path that traverse
the South Hams, the quiet lanes through the undulating countryside,
the dramatic moorland and the tumbling rivers in their sheltered valleys
and then there are the historic towns to explore. All of our accommodation providers who subscribe & actually work towards, the ethos of Walkers are Welcome, show the emblem on their web & brochure advert.