Low carbon heating installed at English Heritage holiday cottage in Northumberland
Heating systems have been upgraded at holiday cottages in English Heritage’s portfolio.
Vaillant has installed aroTHERM plus air source heat pump systems at eight of its most popular holiday cottage destinations, replacing legacy oil and gas boilers.
Sites have included Coastguard’s Cottage, a three-bedroom property on Holy Island and at Fort House, a two-bedroom at St Mawes Castle in Cornwall.
The project demonstrates how modern heating technology can be successfully integrated into existing housing stock, helping to reduce carbon emissions.
A key consideration throughout the specification process was system usability. English Heritage required an intuitive, reliable solution that would deliver consistent heating and hot water performance without adding complexity for visitors unfamiliar with heat pump technology.
James Fowler, marketing and strategy director at Vaillant, said: “Working with English Heritage highlights how heat pump technology can play a central role in decarbonising properties.
"These projects at Lindisfarne and St Mawes show that with careful specification and system design, renewable heating can be integrated sensitively and effectively.
“Ease of control and reliability were critical factors. Holiday guests expect comfort without complication. The systems installed are designed to operate efficiently in the background, delivering dependable heating and hot water while helping English Heritage significantly reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
"At the same time, guests gain first-hand experience of a low carbon technology that is increasingly relevant for homes across the UK.”
Dr Paul Lankester, National Sustainability Lead at English Heritage, added: “Sustainability is a core priority for English Heritage, and reducing carbon emissions across our estate is an important part of safeguarding these special places for future generations.”