Sustainability 

​​Circular Economy:

​We prioritise sustainable, local, and upcycled materials throughout our spaces—right down to the beams salvaged from the skip of the church where C.S. Lewis is buried, and the lovingly repurposed stonework woven into our designs. The rustic character of the estate offers countless opportunities to reuse and reimagine, from reclaimed wood to antique furnishings with a story to tell. 

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​Minimising Energy Usage 

We strive to reduce our energy footprint through efficient, thoughtful choices:

• Air Source Heat Pumps: Use of air source heat pumps utlise 3 times less energy.

• Low-energy lighting and appliances across all properties

• Eco-friendly heating systems including log burners and efficient insulation​​

• Lights on Timer: We encourage our guests to turn off outside lights but also they are on a timer in case the guests forget!

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Water & Waste Management

We are always working to reduce waste—from packaging to disposal:

• Recycling bins and guidance are provided in every accommodation

• Refillable cleaning and toiletry products are used throughout the estate

• Reusable cloths, minimal disposables, and natural materials are standard

• We are moving to using our own well water to minimise our use of mains water

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Low-Impact Travel

• Bicycles are available for guests to rent

• Guests can explore local walks and cycle routes from their doorstep

• EV charging point available 

• Our website shows how 

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Place Based Impact

We open our land for the benefit of the wider community:

• Oxford Art Week: We are a venue for Hosting artists during Oxford Art Week

• Charity Fund Raiser & Events: Welcoming patients from across the country for our Congenital Anaemia Network charity events

• Bat Walks: We run bat walks in Shotover Park for our guests 

• Shotover Park Clean-up Campaign: Annual Spring Clean Up - Exchange Free Crepes for a bag of collected litter!​

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