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Unique Dome Garden Offers an Unforgettable Eco “Glamping” Adventure Just 2 Hours from London

05/01/2014
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    Some people like to rough it when they go on vacation and others only want five star service, but most people probably prefer something that bridges the two extremes. For the less intrepid adventurer, <a href="http://domegarden.co.uk/dome_garden.php">The Dome Garden</a> nestled in the lush Forest of Dean offers nature immersion that also includes some of the creature comforts of home. Located just 2 hours outside of London, this <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Camping">"glamping"</a> spot is an earth-friendly destination that can be enjoyed year round thanks to super-insulated domes, a wood burner in each unit fired up with <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Green_building">locally-sourced materials</a>, and an en suite bathroom that makes it unnecessary to brave inclement weather for that early morning visit to the loo!
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    The Dome Garden is only 2 hours from London
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    Visitors can enjoy a "glamping" trip year-round
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    There are 10 domes that come in 4 different sizes
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    They are super insulated, such that they don't require too much energy to keep them warm
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    Framing is done in coppiced ash or galvanized steel and then the dome is wrapped in watertight PVC
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    Each dome has an en suite bathroom with a toilet and a shower
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    All of the timber on site was sourced locally and sustainably
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    A woodburner keeps the domes warm
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    Excess heat is fed back into a recycled glass box at the base which keeps the domes warm overnight
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    Rainwater is harvested and used to irrigate the verdant garden
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    All of the amenities are included - even fresh eggs!
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    Cooking is done on a rocket stove that uses very little wood
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    There are numerous hiking, biking, and canoeing opportunities nearby - enough to stay entertained for at least a week.
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Dome Garden

Some people like to rough it when they go on vacation and others only want five star service, but most people probably prefer something that bridges the two extremes. For the less intrepid adventurer, The Dome Garden nestled in the lush Forest of Dean offers nature immersion that also includes some of the creature comforts of home. Located just 2 hours outside of London, this "glamping" spot is an earth-friendly destination that can be enjoyed year round thanks to super-insulated domes, a wood burner in each unit fired up with locally-sourced materials, and an en suite bathroom that makes it unnecessary to brave inclement weather for that early morning visit to the loo!

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