Funding round launched for new eco resort

A new funding round has been launched for an eco-friendly resort near Doncaster.The Tyram Lakes Hotel, Spa and Resort is set in the heart of the Humberside Peatlands, Hatfield Moor and the National Nature Reserve in South Yorkshire.Plans have previously been approved for 325 luxury eco-lodges set on and around 65 acres of lakes adjacent to 100 acres of natural woodlands, plus the hotel and spa. A total of 125 lodges will be floating structures with the remaining 200 set amid the woodlands.The renowned Armani brand has also become involved with the design of a selection of exclusive lodges on the site.A boutique hotel is planned for the heart of the resort, designed by Den Architecture in association with Baca Architects, specialists in eco-friendly and amphibious projects. It will feature 104 rooms, conference and meeting facilities, a fine dining restaurant with lakeside views, and indoor pool, leisure club, spa, gymnasium, and a wedding and party venue.The application to build the green resort was approved by Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council in December 2016, beginning with the first phase of 50 eco-lodges.