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Sustainability

 

The Craigdarroch Hotel is located in a stunningly beautiful part of the world, surrounded by the flora and fauna of ancient woodland and part of a network of small, rural communities. As we help our guests discover the wonders around them, we remain committed to being an ever more sustainable business that has a net positive impact.

We invite our team, guests and partners to share the journey with us as we focus on the following priority Pillars of Sustainability. 

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Responsible Purchasing

We have a preference for:

  • Locally sourced, fair trade, eco certified products

  • Free range, grass-fed, pasture raised and organic meat and poultry from a traceable source

  • Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certified fish and seafood

  • Free-range eggs

  • Paper products that are Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified / recycled and disposable products that area recycled or compostable

  • Fruit and vegetables from trusted sources grown naturally – including those from our own kitchen garden

Responsible Consumption

  • All of our electricity comes from renewable sources. We monitor our usage and have targets to reduce consumption

  • A highly efficient biomass system provides heat and hot water for the hotel

  • Water consumption is monitored and efforts to reduce consumption are in place

  • Over 95% of our lighting is LED and sensors are in places to activate lights when needed

  • We're working toward improving the insulating and sealing of the building to reduce heat loss

  • We inform guests of alternative ways to reach the hotel – including for those walking, cycling and travelling on public transport (we also provide secure storage for bikes)

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Waste Management

In order to avoid, reduce and re-use, we:

  • Recycle as much as possible including paper, cardboard, plastic and metal tins / cans

  • During refurbishment programmes, donate unwanted furniture to local home start charities

  • Compost organic kitchen waste along with coffee grounds and ash from the biomass system to cultivate the kitchen garden

  • Use electronic communication channels where possible, including online express check-in and check-out

  • Prepare food fresh and to order, with an eye on portion size, minimising kitchen waste

  • Design our menus to utilise all elements of produce to the fullest potential

Social Responsibility

​We commit to

  • Provide guests with information on paths and cycleways in the area, including how to enjoy the outdoors responsibly

  • Offer local employment opportunities that champion diversity, uniqueness and passion

  • Host wellness events to promote healthy lifestyles including nutrition, exercise and mental health

  • Partner with local businesses to promote each other’s products and services

  • Encourage healthy habitats for native flora and fauna, including bees

  • Excite and delight visitors by sharing experiences that are unique and memorable

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