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Where it all began...
The idea for The Fold was born during Covid, when the whole country was confined indoors.
Matthew, one of the landowners, felt fortunate to have a beautiful outdoor space - somewhere to:
- Exercise
- Unwind
- Find peace (in an uncertain world)
Wanting others to enjoy the same sense of freedom, Matthew and his family decided to share it! What began as a personal refuge became a welcoming corner of land where friends and family could rest and reconnect with nature.
Crafting a retreat with purpose and values
Crafting a retreat with purpose and values
Because of the family's deep connection to the land, every decision had to honour the environment. Their guiding principle? If it doesn't protect the land and the surrounding life, it doesn't happen.
Over time, The Fold has grown into a small but soulful retreat of four off-grid cabins, each created to offer:
- Simple comfort
- Quiet luxury
- A landscape-first experience
And the effort hasn't gone unnoticed - The Fold recently received a Judges' Commendation as an Off-Grid Pioneer at the Herefordshire Tourism Awards.
Sustainability at the core
Sustainability at the core
Most of The Fold's energy already comes from:
- On-site solar arrays
- Sustainably sourced firewood
But one challenge remained: finding a greener sustainable way to power cooking, heating and hot water. These were essential for a luxurious stay, yet they carried a higher carbon footprint than the team wanted...
Introducing Calor BioLPG
Introducing Calor BioLPG
To solve this, The Fold turned to a name they already trusted: Calor.
Together, the best option explored was to switch from conventional propane to Calor BioLPG, our renewable alternative. Working closely with their local sales rep Jake Gill, The Fold:
- Adopted a system using 19kg cylinders
- Moved onto a 70% BioLPG tariff
- Have now been enjoying the benefits for over a year
With Calor BioLPG, customers can choose from a range of allocation tariffs - 20%, 40%, 60%, 70% and 100% - helping businesses balance sustainability aims with budget. Every tariff is backed by Green Gas Certificates, guaranteeing verified renewable usage.
The impact so far
The impact so far
Switching to BioLPG has helped The Fold:
- Cut CO2 emissions significantly
- Maintain reliable comfort for guests
- Strengthen their long-term sustainability goals
This change fits seamlessly with their wider ambitions, including:
- Rewilding their site
- Supporting local producers
- Ensuring their operations enhance the land they care for
A positive partnership
A positive partnership
The Fold x Calor
The Fold describes working with Calor as collaborative and constructive.
"Their sales rep listened closely to their aims and helped shape a practical, sustainable solution."
This wasn't just an energy switch...
"It was the start of a partnership built around shared environmental values."
Looking ahead
Looking ahead
For The Fold, sustainability isn't a requirement - it's a responsibility. One that influences every choice they make.
Switching to BioLPG is an important step on that journey, helping them offer comfort and luxury while staying true to the environmental principles that guide their business.
To learn more about The Fold and their sustainable cabins, visit thefoldhereford.com.
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