Following the news that an extra bank holiday in October is under serious consideration by the Government, many Brits are looking forward to some extra time-off. With the Covid-19 situation expected to improve in the coming months, many will undoubtedly choose to venture out and explore different parts of the UK.
Some of the most understated assets of the UK tourism industry are eco attractions. To give them the spotlight they deserve, here is the 10 most instagrammed eco attractions in the UK.
The Eden Project – 189,049 Hashtags
This popular eco attraction has two biomes which contain plants from many diverse climates and environments. The Eden Project is the perfect day out for families eager to experience an interest and different trip away from home. www.edenproject.com
Loch Leven – 31,276 Hashtags
This eco attraction is a freshwater loch and is home to one of Europe’s biggest inland gatherings of breeding ducks. Loch Leven’s rich ecosystem supports various species of plants, insects, birds and fishes. www.visitscotland.com
The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew – 6,318 Hashtags
This eco attraction harnesses the power of science and the vast diversity of their gardens to present visitors with insightful knowledge on why different plants and fungi are important to our ecosystem. www.kew.org
Findhorn Foundation – 3,132 Hashtags
The fourth most instagrammed eco attraction is an eco-village with its own bakery, pottery and arts centre. The Findhorn Foundation also offers spiritual and environmental courses on-site as well as opportunities to see films and gigs in its universal hall. www.findhorn.org
The Royal Botanic Gardens, Edinburgh – 2,922 Hashtags
Another popular eco attraction is one of the finest botanic gardens in the world, offering visitors a chance to view and better understand its wide depth of plants. Additionally, The Royal Botanic Gardens offers a fantastic skyline view of Scotland’s capital. www.rbge.org.uk
Pensthorpe Natural Park – 2,832 Hashtags
This eco attraction is a 700-acre nature reserve and woodland conservation park. Scattered around the woods, marshes and wildflower meadows are sculptures from renowned artists that intensify the natural shapes and colours of the wild-life-rich landscape. www.pensthorpe.com
The Living Rainforest – 2,054 Hashtags
This eco attraction is an indoor greenhouse tropical rainforest consisting of three glasshouses which contain an array of birds, butterflies and lizards. https://livingrainforest.org
GreenWood Family Park – 1,641 Hashtags
GreenWood Family Park contains tunnels, mazes, slides, longbow shooting, and the world’s first people powered roller coaster. They also host magic shows and crafting sessions, which are sure fire ways to keep the kids entertained. www.greenwoodfamilypark.co.uk
Knepp Wildland – 1,458 Hashtags
This eco attraction is a pioneering rewilding project – extremely rare turtle doves, falcons and butterflies can be found at Knepp Wildland. https://knepp.co.uk/home
Centre for Alternative Technology – 1,275 Hashtags
This eco attraction provides public information on all aspects of sustainable living and development. Renewable energy, organic farming and gardening are just some of the sustainability opportunities/issues they provide guidance and education on. www.cat.org.uk
The UK’s Most Instagrammed Eco Attractions
| Eco Attraction | Location | Hashtags |
| The Eden Project | Bodelva | 189,049 |
| Loch Leven | Kinross | 31,276 |
| The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew | Richmond | 6,318 |
| Findhorn Foundation | Forres | 3,132 |
| The Royal Botanic Gardens, Edinburgh | Edinburgh | 2,922 |
| Pensthorpe Natural Park | Fakenham | 2,832 |
| The Living Rainforest | Thatcham | 2,054 |
| GreenWood Family Park | Y Felinheli | 1,641 |
| Knepp Wildland | Horsham | 1,458 |
| Centre for Alternative Technology | Powys | 1,275 |
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