David Bellamy Conservation Award
UK Conservation Foundation
Ecolabel for holiday parks, caravan and camping sites and park home estates based on specific measures and management criteria.
Key Strengths
- Annual recognition tied to measurable conservation actions
- Established by British Holiday & Home Parks Association (BH&HPA) with over 25 years of history
- Practical, project-based approach with specific annual nature challenges
- Advisor visits provide guidance and accountability
- Signals genuine environmental commitment to guests and the public
- Builds on the legacy of renowned environmentalist Professor David Bellamy
Ideal For
Best suited for UK holiday parks, caravan parks, camping sites, and residential park home estates that want to demonstrate active commitment to wildlife conservation and environmental management. Ideal for park operators who already engage in habitat management and want formal recognition to attract eco-conscious visitors.
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Overview
Ecolabel for holiday parks, caravan and camping sites and park home estates based on specific measures and management criteria.
Requirements & Verification
Evidence Requirements
Conformity with David Bellamy Conservation Award's standard is verified by our own organization (second party).
Prerequisites
Assessment Process
Assessment is conducted by David Bellamy Advisors who make regular visits to participating parks. Advisors review the park's wildlife habitats, environmental management practices, green space management, and engagement activities with guests and staff. Parks must demonstrate active conservation policies and completion of at least one annual nature challenge project. Verification is second-party (conducted by the scheme's own organisation rather than an independent third party).
Renewal & Compliance
Parks must renew their commitment annually. Each year, participating parks must commit to at least one major nature project from a set of defined annual challenges (e.g., Pollinator Patch, Rewilding, Tree-mendous). Parks receive regular visits from David Bellamy Advisors to assess progress and provide guidance. Continued participation requires ongoing demonstration of active concern for wildlife and the environment.
Accountability Model
Consider Alternatives If...
Parks seeking a rigorous third-party audited or internationally recognised environmental standard (such as ISO 14001 or Green Tourism) may find this scheme less credible, as verification is second-party rather than independent. Operators outside the UK holiday and residential park sector will find this award irrelevant to their context.
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1997
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Program WebsiteUK Conservation FoundationLast verified Mar 11, 2026