Sustainable Travel
At Stonehouse Court, we are committed to building a more sustainable future!
Having been awarded a ‘silver’ Green Tourism award, we pride ourselves on our efforts to minimise our impact on our planet.
How we do it:
Using refillable eco toiletries
Committing to using a 100% renewable electricity supply
Ensuring that we reduce, reuse and recycle
Continuously finding new ways to reduce our carbon footprint
Supporting our local community and celebrating the beauty of our natural environment
Looking at ways to reduce our water consumption
We are encouraging biodiversity through our “bug hotel” as opposed to “bee hotel”. In terms of “Save the Bees” - we have also created a wild flower area to help our bees. We could also add about protecting and supporting our new signets on the canal.
This year, we’re looking at sustainable travel and ‘green’ activities,
to help our guests come on our eco-friendly journey!
70% of tourism carbon emissions come from transport, which is why at Stonehouse Court we actively encourage sustainable and active travel. We’ve put together a nifty guide to sustainable travel and local activities to help our guests come on our eco journey with us!
If you're coming to see us, why not take public transportation instead of driving? With a direct train link from London to Stonehouse, as well as stations in Stroud, and Cam & Dursley, you can visit us by train to reduce your carbon footprint.
Alternatively, there are plenty of bus stops in the local area that are around a 10-minute walk from the hotel — perfect for reducing the number of vehicles on our roads. To help find a route that suits you, try downloading the Moovit App!
If you’re looking to use sustainable travel to explore our surroundings, consider hiring a bicycle from The Bike Works or Slimbridge Adventure Hire.
Promoting shared transportation is another way we strive to achieve hotel sustainability and our culinary team sets an excellent example by embracing carpooling as their preferred mode of transportation.
By sharing rides to and from work, our chefs reduce the number of individual vehicles on the road, minimising carbon emissions and easing traffic congestion. We also encourage our staff members to consider cycling as a sustainable commuting option. With dedicated bike racks and changing facilities, we provide a supportive infrastructure that enables employees to cycle to work, which our garden maintenance team uses every day.
Stonehouse is served by Stagecoach West Services 62, 64 and 65 with routes available to Stroud, Bussage, Gloucester, Kingsway, Cheltenham and The Stanleys.
There are some beautiful villages and areas across the Stroud Region that are well worth visiting, all of which can be easily accessed during a stay with us at Stonehouse Court Hotel.
For more information on timetables, take a look at the Stagecoach website.
At Stonehouse Court, we understand the importance of supporting greener transportation options.
In line with our commitment to sustainability and providing modern amenities, we’re delighted to show the local electric charging points for our environmentally conscious visitors.
Whether you’re staying with us for business or leisure, our conveniently located charging points ensure that your vehicle is always powered up and ready to go.
Take a look at our map to discover your nearest charging options:
We want you to enjoy your stay with us as much as possible. So, we've pulled together a list of fun, sustainable activities for you to explore. To help you access them, why not download the Moovit app? This offers the best sustainable routes and transport links, getting you from A to B whilst minimising your carbon footprint! Download it ahead of your stay, and use it to help you get to the following places:
Stroud Farmers Market and Canal
If you’re looking for a piece of the Cotswolds to take home, consider a visit to the Stroud Farmers Market. Accessible by train from the Stroud station or via a walk along the Stroud Water Canal, the Farmers Market has an array of stalls to explore. Whether you’re interested in food, crafts, or nick-nacks, there’s plenty to peruse during a day at the Market.
Stroud Valley
During your stay, consider hiring a bike from The Bike Works in Stroud. Stroud is home to a range of picturesque cycle routes ranging from the Cotswolds & Severn 7-Day Circular Cycling Tour to shorter routes along the canal.
Paddle-boarding at Slimbridge
If you’re looking for a fun day out whilst staying with us, visit Slimbridge Discover Paddling and get involved with a range of water sporting activities!
The Cotswold Canal Rail Trail
Perfect for exploring the local area, our Cotswold Canal Rail Trail features an array of landmarks, public transport stations and villages to explore. Be sure to print off a copy of our map in preparation for your stay!
Slimbridge Wetlands Centre
Escape the everyday and discover some of the beautiful local wildlife based at Slimbridge Wetlands Centre. With a range of exhibits, classes, animals and more, there is plenty to explore on a day trip to Slimbridge.
Museum in The Park
The Museum in the Park is set on the beautiful grounds of Stratford Park in Stroud, Gloucestershire. Situated in a Grade II listed 17th Century wool merchant’s house, there are plenty of exhibitions and historical features to explore. Just three miles from the hotel, it’s certainly one to add to your travel itinerary.
Stroud Water Canal and Ocean
Jubilee Bridge
Follow the gateway to the Stroud Valley from the Ocean Jubilee Bridge along the canal, taking in the picturesque views of St Cyrs Church, historic mills
and beautiful wildlife.
Woodchester Mansion
Offering wonderful walks and plenty to explore, Woodchester Mansion is a stunning property that was mysteriously abandoned mid-construction. Located just 7 miles from the hotel, Woodchester Mansion is a wonderful place to spend the day.
Walking Trails
If you’re keen to explore our local area, there are plenty of beautiful walks available in and around Stroud. Accessible by public transport, bicycle or on foot, these walks showcase the very best of our local area! To help you find the perfect walk, download the Stroud District walking trails app here.
At Stonehouse Court, we’re constantly looking for new ways to monitor and offset our carbon footprint — from encouraging sustainable travel to using 100% renewable energy.
The best way to minimise your carbon footprint is to be aware of it in all the ways your lifestyle impacts it. From your house, flights, travel and lifestyle these can all make a difference and small changes can have a big impact.
Use this handy tool to calculate your own carbon footprint, and discover ways in which you can help to minimise it:
Our Current Projects
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Pass on a Clean Scheme
Our ‘Pass On a Clean Scheme’ helps us conserve energy and water from cleaning a room, while guests enjoy a free drink on us and we make a contribution to our community project fund. If you would like to apply to our community fund for local project funding, please e-mail info@stonehousecourt.co.uk.
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Kitchen Garden Project
Our gardener is busy planting for the summer season, choosing a range of different fruits and vegetables ready for us to use in our kitchens once grown. These fresh ingredients are guaranteed to improve the quality and taste of our meals as well as reduce our carbon footprint!
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Energy Reduction
We have already installed 98% LED lighting and motion sensors in our corridors and ancillary areas to reduce our electricity consumption. We are also working towards installing a remote thermostatic room control system in all of our bedrooms and public areas.
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Embracing Our Local Area
We feel enormously privileged to be located in such a beautiful part of Stonehouse and the Stroud Valley and part of the vibrant community
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Local Suppliers
We have started to enlist the help of local suppliers when looking to purchase ingredients or other stock for our hotel! Not only has this helped to air miles, it also allows us to serve produce that’s fresh, seasonal and bursting with flavour.
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Green Energy
At Stonehouse Court, we are also working on using greener energy sources and reducing the amount of energy we use throughout the hotel. By considering where our energy is coming from, we are holding ourselves responsible for our own carbon footprint, which pushes us to make the change towards greener energy.
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Our Commitment to 100% Renewable Electricity
Through our supplier SSE, we are now using 100% renewable energy throughout our hotel! We have also started to implement energy saving bulbs and appliances in order to maintain our status of renewable energy and reduce our carbon footprint. For more information on our work with SSE, take a look at our green certificate!
Our Local Suppliers
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Woodchester Valley Wines
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Stroud Brewery
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Stephanie Fragrances
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Wholly Gelato
