eco pub
HAY! Straws
Ditch plastic straws
We have successfully phased out plastics straws, first trailing paper straws, then bio degradeable straws.
Now we think we have found the perfect solution....
Hay straws available now at the sustainable, local village pub
- Made from natural wheat stems
- 100% biodegradable
- Plastic-free packaging
- Gluten-free
Green Pint
Not all pints are equal! As well as being perfectly cold and refreshing, our pints also save on water and CO2 through our environmentally friendly dispense system. This innovative technology generates energy savings.
#GreenPint
-save water
-save energy
-consistent quality
Vegware
Vegware is a manufacturer and visionary brand, the global specialist in plant-based compostable foodservice packaging. At The Robin Hood Inn, we use an extensive range of eco friendly takeaway disposables which are environmentally-friendly products. and compostable.
Renewable Energy
Our new electricity supply is fed from renewable resources
Our responsibly-sourced, biomass electricity costs no more than conventional power, yet produces 86% less carbon than
coal-generated power.
There are now many suppliers who provide renewable source power. Switching is easy and we suggest you have a look.
If you can't save money at least you can try to save the planet.
Oil Solutions
Based in Kirkby Stephen, they collect all the waste cooking fats and oils at The Robin Hood Inn for recycling & disposal.
All of our waste oil is collected under ISCC (International Sustainability & Carbon Certification) regulations and converted into bio fuel.
JAH Forestry
Planting is a great way to help sequester carbon emissions. Through photosynthesis trees absorb carbon dioxide to produce oxygen and wood.
We support planting in named locations to offset our carbon footprint.
All trees are high quality saplings Supplied and planted
by JAH forestry
Refill Station
Lets all do
zero waste imperfectly.
We offer ZERO WASTE REFILL on many Fresh and store items.
We Grind Fresh Bruce&Lukes coffee
Bring you own container and we will fill you up
Stringers beer
for more than 10 years, Stringers has been brewing and delivering the finest beers and ales to pubs and bars across the North West. Their Cumbrian brewery is 100% renewably powered, producing a low environmental footprint per pint, Try one of our cask ales on your visit
Kitchen Footprint
We have reduced the impact our business has on the environment, we use local suppliers where possible, herbs grown from our roof top garden and seasonal ingredients in our menus. The guys in the kitchen wash and recycle all plastics. And our new energy saving kitchen equipment has raised our EPG rating