The barn conversion has been finished to a high standard retaining its original character and charm. Materials from the farm have been utilised, including flags used for the ground floor, stone trough for the wash area and hand built stone fireplace. Showing beautiful hand-crafted workmanship and practicality. Using all local tradesmen
The barn has a strong sense of positive environmental focus. Both the build and on going sustainabile features.
The barn offers private walking access to the impressive Aysgill falls. With impeccable sunset views over Dodd fell and panoramic views of the National Park.
our sustainability policy
Aysgill camping Barn offers accommodation for up to 4 people
to recognise our green policy we encompass various aspects aiming to minimise environmental impacts and promoting responsible tourism. We will maintain and improve our practices and review annually (August 2025)
key areas of our policy
we recycle glass, papers, cardboard, metals, and plastic.
we strive to continual reduce single use plastic. We refill plastics such as cleaning product rather than than throw them away. Use biodegradable bin bags.
environmentally friendly laundry and cleaning products.
low energy light bulbs and other energy saving devices are used where appropriate.
The property is solor powered.
Very well insulated,
to building regulation standards.
double glazed windows and doors.
The building is heated by a Dartmoor wood burning stove (made in uk) energy rated A.
As a farm we are planting trees, developing wildlife scrapes, wetland ponds, wildflower meadows, wetland for bog living plants. Peat restoration. We work with birtish trust of ornithology protecting ground nesting birds.
For guests arriving by public transport, bikes (can hire bikes locally) or foot. We will provide complimentary luggage storage to accommodate travel plans. Timetables are provided within the accommodations.
local activities are encouraged from the door.
Bird boxes on the barn and around the farm.
water for the barn comes from a natural spring collected and treated ourselves without use of chemicals we use a UV filtre light.
The toilet has a duel flush system the shower is heated by a rinanni instant boiler A rated.
We encourage sustainable guest practices here are some suggestions but leave it up to your own conscience and beliefs.
walk and use public transport where possible.
use our recycling facilities.
only boil as much water as you need have a quick shower. Use the shower bin to time yourself.
Turn off appliances when not in use.
Use local business for shopping, activities and dining.
In depth green credentials Environmental and sustainability of Aysgill Camping Barn
Who we are and what we stand for.
Sustainability is crucial because it ensures well-being for present and future generations by promoting balance between economic growth and social inclusion and environmental protection. It’s important to conserve natural resources by promoting responsible consumption and production.
We recognise the need to take action to limit environmental impacts of our business. making the most of natural resources and using them responsibly. Re purposing and controlling our waste. Ecosystems are essential and we will foster that responsibility. Exposure to our green space will enhance physical and mental health including reduced stress and improved cognitive function.
We are a family farm with a self-catering holiday camping Barn and care about small environmental and long-term sustainability. Aysgill camping Barn offers sustainable accommodation for up to 4 people We are committed to make Aysgill Camping Barn as environmentally friendly as possible. We adhere to any environmental legislations that apply to our business.
To recognise our green policy, we encompass various aspects aiming to minimize environmental impacts and promote responsible tourism.
We will conduct an annual carbon footprint of our business.
to recognise our green policy, we encompass various aspects aiming to minimise environmental impacts and promoting responsible tourism. We will maintain and improve our practices and review annually (August 2025)
As a farm we are planting trees, developing wildlife scrapes, wetland ponds, wildflower meadows, wetland for bog living plants. Peat restoration. We work with British trust of ornithology protecting ground nesting birds. All enhancing nature and being environmentally friendly.
Our green credentials
Water – Collected from a natural spring and then filtered and treated with a UV lamp.
Wood Burning Stove - Heats the building and has a bakingoven to cook and re heat food.
Gas shower – With shower bob to encourage short showers to reduce energy and water usage.
Toilet - Duel flush system to conserve water.
2 Gas Hobs – To cook food.
Solar panels - Providing power to USB points and discreetly placed sockets. Also, to the water treatment plant, Health and safety system, fridge and lights.
Lights – LED and outdoor timing sensor light re - chargeablereading light. (All adhering to rules and regulations and supporting the international Dark skies reservation.
Cleaning practices – I personally walk to the barn to clean and prepare for guest, reducing the need for a vehicle in this business.
Website – Our website was created by Purple Creative Studioas part of their initiative this year they will plant a tree for every website they create for their clients.
Our supplies
We source supplies locally wherever possible, and encourage guest to do so also. We supply Fair Trade tea, sugar and coffee and local milk to guests and ask them to help us by recycling paper, glass, cans and cardboard using the grey and black bins provided. Spring water is used in the garden and for guests to clean walking boots, dogs and cycles.
Email and message are used to communicate where possible to reduce paper consumption.
All linen is laundered ‘in house’ using eco products and I dry the laundry outside as much as possible to conserve energy.
Phosphate free and environmentally friendly cleaning products are sourced and used in our Barn. We refill plastics such as cleaning product rather than throw them away
Our Equipment
Aysgill Camping Barn has a Rinnai A Rated energy efficient boiler.
A+ rated energy efficient ECO Dartmoor stove made in the UK
Most of the appliances in the barn are ‘A’ Rated to minimize energy consumption. All light bulbs used are energy efficient.
Our art is produced by a local artist ½ mile up the road.
Building and conversion of the Barn
The barn has Insulation which complies with the latest building regulations for energy efficiency and also double-glazed windows and doors which were hand made by a local firm. Handmade wooden shutters were made by a local joinerto comply with the dark sky reserve.
The barn conversion has been finished to a high standard retaining its original character and charm. Materials from the farm have been utilised where possible, including flags used for the ground floor, stone trough for the wash area and hand built stone fireplace using stone from the farm. Showing beautiful hand-crafted workmanship and practicality. Using all local tradesmen. Interior features have also been hand crafted by ourselves including metal work repurposed for things such as hooks, towel rails and door stop. The kitchen is from Howdens who offer a sustainable manufacturing process.
The barn has a strong sense of positive environmental focusboth the build and on-going sustainable features.
Recycling -
We recycle glass, papers, cardboard, metals, and plastic.
we strive to continual reduce single use plastic.
environmentally friendly
All of the above are advantageous in the barns rural location and is very attractive to those who would like to reduce their environmental impact and take it back to basics.
we encourage sensible, sensitive, sustainable tourism. Energy conservation, recycling, waste minimisation and go green incentive when arriving on a bike or on foot. Customers who show increased awareness for environmentally friendly practises, sustainable living, and mental wellbeing, would be the ideal guest.
Guest information in the barn and on our website have information on local interests, activities and events. With suggestions on places to go and where to eat, emphasizing business close to The Barn. Important historical areas are nearby along with abundant wild life and waterfalls on our doorstep. We encourage traveling on foot, bicycle (bikes can be hired locally) or public transport to reduce emissions. While we cannot completely eliminate the need to travel by car for most of our guests there are lots of ideas for walks and car free days.
The barn offers private walking access to the impressive Aysgill falls. With impeccable sunset views over Dodd fell and panoramic views of the National Park.
We encourage use of electric vehicles and provide information on vehicle charging points. Such as The Dales Country side Museum.
The Barn is close to a local bus route and joins the railway service. Information and timetables are supplied in the barn and on our website. We offer complimentary luggage storage for people checking in and out who arrive using public transportation.
Information to our guests
We encourage sustainable guest practices. Here are some suggestions, but leave it up to your own conscience and beliefs.
Suggested areas where contributions can be made are as follows:
• Switch off lights when not in use the outdoor light is on a sensor, chargeable lights and torches provided.
• Please only light the stove when necessary.
• Please adjust the stove to suit your requirements whilst conserving energy where possible. (it is an A Rated eco stove made in the UK).
• Please avoid excessive use of water. The water comes from a natural spring it is important to stay mindful and avoid wasting water. A shower bob timer is provided to encourage short showers to reduce energy consumption and water usage.
• We would ask you to use the bins provided to collect recyclable materials.
• We would welcome any ideas that you have, that could help Aysgill Camping Barn to be more ‘environmentally friendly’, while not affecting the enjoyment of our property.
• We shop local and also recommend guest to support our local business.
• We are committed to reduce the use of single use plastic. We offer reuseable drinking containers, flask and beakers and a picnic pack for the guest to use to go outdoors.
• We refill tea coffee and sugar to avoid use of packaging and provide milk in a reuseable bottle.
• We have local EV charging ports at The Dales Country side Museum for people who arrive in electric cars.
• only boil as much water as you need h
• please turn off appliances when not in use.
• We Constantly look at innovative methods of improving our environmental awareness and that of our guests.
Our Area
Our rural location means that we have an abundance of wildlife. We have conserved and protected their habitats, creating wild areas on site and using indigenous plants, flowers and trees in our landscaping. We have a number of nesting boxes for both birds and mammals and a large variety of feeders for birds and red squirrels. Our choice of plant species is carefully considered to encourage bees, birds and bats alike and we have deliberately preserved a number of dead trees around the site as pollinator havens. The fresh flowers that welcome our guests are sourced from our farm / garden.
We promote The Dales Countryside Museum to educate people with literature they provide information on how to look after the area and be greener in action. They have many activities to support and promote a positive environmental impact. Encouraging learning in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
We report data to The British Trust for Ornithology and are surveyed regularly.
Guests are encouraged to take part in the Big Garden Birdwatch.
Guests are encouraged to visit local nature reserves.
We provide a wildlife journal, a guest book dedicated to visitors’ wildlife, sightings and nature observations during their stay. This will create lasting memories and provides records of the local fauna. Guests are encouraged to help by noting down the wildlife you see in a nature diary. Wildlife identification guides, binoculars and star charts are provided. We work with other local, environmentally aware businessesYorkshire Dales National Park, Peat partnership, wetland bird project, reusing wool form the farm in new initiative projects for the peatland. Local activities are advertised to guests to appreciate the location and surroundings. We provide information about local activities, shops and eateries to help our guests make the most of their stay with us and reduce their impact on the local environment. Provide equipment for our guest to enjoy the dark skies.
We encourage guests to think sustainable when you returnhome
Consider the small actions you can take to reduce your carbon footprint; can you encourage wildlife to your garden by planting wildflowers or trees; could you reduce the amount of waste you produce or introduce home composting; consider monitoring water and energy use; consider installing a water butt for the garden; consider using more sustainable products and buying locally from small shops and producers; and consider switching to 100% renewable energy.
Place
Community lead projects in Hawes
• Hawes in bloom – A community incitive in Hawes where volunteers maintain the beautiful displays of flowers and plants. Particularly in spring and summer. Enhancing the natural beauty of the Yorkshire Dales and contributing to the picturesque quality of the area.
• Yarn bombing – a group of friends in the Yorkshire dales market town of Hawes create large themed knitted and crocheted installations to raise money for charity. Particularly The Yorkshire Air Ambulance which is a vital service in the Yorkshire dales.
• Dale Head community Garage - Petrol station – this is a community owned filling station run by the upper wensleydale Community Partnership. A not-for-profitorganisation the ownership model was put into place to ensure the remote community retained access to a fuel supply. Now offering 24 hours pay at pump service.
• Upper wensleydale community office – a hub for residents and visitors providing a variety of services and is also run by non- profit Upper Wensleydale CommunityPartnership.it also houses Hawes post office and public library and customer services. Access to North Yorkshire Council services a drop off point for information and posters for local groups. Also, a base for the UDCP and little white bus transport service - a community run transport service operating in upper wensleydale and Swaledale offering scheduled routes, a demand responsive service allowing passengers to book specific journeys throughout the Upper Dales and day excursion to help connect residents and visitors in the remote Yorkshire Dales also links with the dales bus to provide wider access across the Dales.
• little white bus / car – a volunteer – driven community health and social care transport service based in Hawes.
• Community books shop and open pantry and litter pick – a service and incentive run by local volunteers.
Our green policy is on our website and also in the guest information pack.
I attend marketing meetings with an emphasis on green sustainable tourism. We follow sustainable business and keep up to date with new incentives and green travel information.
All our systems are checked annually and recorded regularlyto ensure all is working well and effectively and updated and improved where possible.
Our farm and business support national and internationalcharity campaigns – including sustainable farming, BTO practices installing bird boxes encouraging guest to be part of the record collecting.
The natural world is important to health, well-being and prosperity. Evidence shows that a thriving, wildlife-rich environment benefits both physical and mental health. People with nature on their doorstep are more active, mentally resilient and have better all-round health. Nature can generate many positive emotions, such as calmness, joy, and creativity and can facilitate concentration. This will Improve customers well-being promoting exercise healthy eating a sense of purpose. The Yorkshire Dales National Park promote volunteer days and opportunities planting trees and helping environmental activities. Volunteering can support customers well-being and gain knowledge and understanding of the place and heritage of the dales.
We believe everyone should be treated fairly without discrimination and we adapt to customers’ needs where possible. We continue to improve and anticipate people wants needs and values. Such as catering for individuals
Dietary requirements - such as a milk alternative if requested.
Accessible – We explain the accommodation layout to help guests understand the space before booking or arriving.
We promote other local business and volunteeringopportunities and promote donations to enhance green incentives.
We have public transport info on our website leaflets and info in the accommodation incentives to ride to stride. We provide photos to social media to promote use of electric vehicles and eco-friendly practices.
The barn garden has wildlife corridors to help enhance biodiversity.