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Opened in 2002, BedZED (standing for ‘Beddington
Zero (fossil) Energy Development’) is a stylish, comfortable,
environmentally friendly, energy-efficient mix of housing
and workspace in Beddington, Sutton in South London.
Find out for yourself how the development incorporates
up-to-the-minute thinking on sustainable living into every
aspect of the scheme, from the energy-efficient design to
the way the houses are heated. BedZED is designed to use
energy from the renewable sources generated on site - it
is the first large-scale community not to add to the amount
of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
BedZED is close to Central London (less than 30 minutes
by train) so why not take in an organic
meal (external link) and a show
in West End (external link) or, if you’d rather
a more rural experience, head away from the city on the
Wandle
Trail (external link), also a National Cycle route.
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Visitor Centre (free entry Mon-Fri 9am-5pm)
with the BedZED Exhibition, a ZED show home and shop.
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100 self-contained properties using natural,
renewable and recycled building materials, locally sourced.
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Community facilities including childcare,
plenty of green space and car
sharing (external link).
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A combined heat and power unit powered
from tree waste (which would otherwise go to landfill)
in combination with a district heating system.
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A water strategy able to cut mains consumption
by a half using water saving appliances, rainwater collection
and recycling water through the ‘Living Machine’
sewerage treatment plant.
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An excellent location for access both
to central London and to the more rural activities of
the surrounding area, including the North Downs, Box Hill
and other Surrey Hills attractions.
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Your
accommodation
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Natural Discovery has teamed up with the
owner of a one bedroom flat at BeZED to give you the opportunity
to experience what Zero Energy living is all about.
The flat - used intermittently by the owner - features
a sky garden and sun space as well as bedroom, kitchen bathroom
and lounge. The flat is designed in a pleasant, modern and
stylish way while incorporating energy saving and renewable
features.
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The cost of your break is based on
two people sharing the flat (with owner’s personal
effects) and includes a DIY local produce breakfast.
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Energy-efficient design including south-facing
with triple-glazed ‘inside-outside’ space
and excellent insulation.
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Solar panels, creating electricity.
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Recycling bins in the flat.
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Water saving appliances and WC.
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Natural daylighting and green space
create a pleasant living environment.
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Learn how the running costs for this
flat are much less than the average.
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Your
destination
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BedZED is located in South London in the
borough of Sutton, ‘London’s Greenest borough’.
It is ideally located for getting into Central London by
train or the shopping centre of Croydon by tram link.
The local area, although built up, offers good walking
opportunities on the Wandle
Trail (external link). The trail is also a National
Cycle Route, along which there are numerous interesting
places to visit such as Merton
Abbey Mills (external link), Carshalton
Ponds (external link), Watercress Park, Wilderness Island
and Beddington Park, close to BedZED.
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Frequent trains to Victoria, Charing
Cross and London Bridge, from Hackbridge and Mitcham Junction,
and late night trams from Wimbledon.
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Local shops in Hackbridge, with easy access
by public transport to the shopping centres of Mitcham,
Sutton and Croydon.
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Sutton has more than 1,000 acres of green
open space and many parks.
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Beddington
Park (external link), with its original deer park
landscape, includes mature trees, meadowland and a branch
of the River Wandle running through it. Facilities include
a café and tennis courts.
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Carshalton Ponds - a key part of the
Carshalton Village Conservation Area and are one of the
most attractive areas of South West London.
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Rich local history with many relics;
from picturesque street corners to Henry VIII connections,
such as Carew Manor in Beddington and Nonsuch Park.
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Your
free Discovery Pack
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The Discovery Pack is a combination of
specially tailored Discovery Information and a
Discovery Product for you to experience during
your break and then take home to use after your break.
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Discovery Information consists
of details of the activities you have chosen and of
local area information including a description, history,
maps, places to visit, etc. click
here for more details.
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The Discovery Information is
sent to you as a website when you book so that you can
plan ahead and make the most of your stay.
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Choose which local walks or cycle rides
you would like to do from the doorstep of your accommodation.
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Choose your Discovery Product
before you travel from a selection of products specifically
tailored for you or your chosen Discovery Break.
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Example products for ‘BedZED &
breakfast ’ might include: A sachet system water
filter jug, a multi-purpose solar torch and battery charger,
or a last a lifetime stainless steel deodorant.
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Break
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1 – Arrive from 2pm. Tour (optional) of
development (3pm). |
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2 – Day free to explore |
| Day
3 – Check out by midday |
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Additional
highlights |
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| Unique
opportunity to stay in a private BedZED apartment |
| Enjoy
the BedZED visitor centre |
| Located
in ‘London’s greenest borough’ |
| Rich
local history with many historic houses to visit |
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Tailor
made options |
| Stay
an extra night for just £20! |
| Pick
your own interests from your Discovery Information
(included) |
| Choose
your own tailored Discovery Product (included) |
| Let
us organise a special guided tour around BedZED |
| Call
us to discuss tailored options |
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Giving
something back |
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| We
offset carbon emissions associated
with your travel and stay |
| We
support local projects that aim to improve
the environment |
| We
provide a Take Home environmental
experience for our guests |
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