The following messages have been left by donors to the Lake District National Park.
In memory of Marjorie and C Roland Leeson, a love of the lakes and walking with friends and family. With much love, Jane, Neil and Paula and their families x
In loving memory of Kenneth Muir Thompson July 1934 to February 2019. Who enjoyed a lifetime of Lakeland walks. Much missed by his family.
In memory of Katie Joanna Vanes, who was very partial to mountains and considered Cumbria her favourite place in the world
In loving memory of Sheila Margaret Creighton (nee Elliot) who was born and raised close by and now lays to rest.
For Alan and Sheila Warhurst Who loved the Lake District Married 1954 With love from all your family.
A man who loved the Lakes.
In loving memory of John Smith MBE (1935-2022). A loving husband, father and Grandfather who loved life and brought sparkle and fun into our world.
For all the happy memories by Derwent Water, Love Jess & Dave
The lake was his playground where he had so much fun with friends and family but also taught his water sport passion to so many others.
In loving memory of Janice Stewart. Our dear wife, mum, gran and sister. Always loved, sorely missed.
For his intelligence, his strength and his character - he stood in a league of his own. If he saw that you had made it this far on your walk, he would tell you that you’ve earnt yourself a beer.
They loved the hills.
In loving memory of Samantha Jean Robb- McKinlay who had a life long love affair with the Lakes, which is celebrated with a small plaque in one of her favourite spots, on the footbridge at the foot of Comb Beck, on the path around Buttermere.
To Mum & Dad, Michael & Kaija Pearson who began their married life in the Lake District 58 years ago. Lots of wonderful family memories and mountain walks in the intervening years. A fitting legacy that they will be remembered in the National Park with a view of Blencathra, one of the last walks we did. Hannah, Sophie & Marcus Pearson xxx
In loving memory of Joan Wright who loved walking the fells and spending time in The Lake District. Sorely missed, but in our hearts forever. 1943-2021.
In loving memory of John Smith MBE (1935-2022). A loving husband, father and Grandfather who loved life and brought sparkle and fun into our world.
In memory of Ian Palmer, much loved and greatly missed, who enjoyed many happy days exploring the Lake District … his happy place.
In loving memory of our dear Mum who loved the Lakes - with happy memories of our stays at Park Cliffe and many walks with family and friends up Gummers How.
In Memory of my Father, Victor Frank Flood, who loved the Langdales.
In loving memory of Joe Malone (22/02/1938-25/11/2020) & Wendy Malone (14/10/1937- 05/09/2019) & in celebration of their love of the Lake District & their wedding day 14/07/1962.
In memory of Derek Emmerson who loved the Lakes. Happy memories of Grasmere and Loughrigg. Doreen, Jill and Mark.
In loving memory of Joyce and Joyce, who spent so many happy times here and created so many memories.
In loving memory of Lois Claire Huntingdon. Remembering all the happy times we spent with her in the Lake District National Park.
In loving memory of Brenda Addison, loving mother to Julie, caring grandmother to Ian and soon to be a wonderful character in the stories and dreams told to great grandson Miles.
In loving memory of Mum & Dad, who so loved the NW Lakes.
For Michael Preston, a wonderful brother-in-law and uncle. Your love for your wife, children and grandchildren...your kindness to friends and family...and your laughter and joy you brought to many...will forever ring in our hearts. May you always enjoy the beauty and wonder. You are much loved and greatly missed. With all our love and hugs, the Nettleton and the Pradhan families.
In memory of beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and Builder; Peter McManaman (1935-2011), with whom we shared many cherished memories of family holidays in the Lake District. May this fingerpost near Windermere guide walkers on their way as he guided so many in life.
Thank you, stranger, for my gift of life.
Organ donation saves lives.
Forever grateful,
Rebecca
Chris Armour remembered with love in the place he loved 1966 -2019 xxx
Lake District, our happy place! :)
In memory of our wonderful, loving parents (and grandparents) who both loved the Lake District. We spent many happy times here as a family and have some beautiful memories which will be cherished. We miss you both very much.
Jane, Clare, Chris, Alistair, Nicky, Maisie and Sam.
In loving memory of our parents Mary and David Pache who loved the Lakes and spent pleasant times walking and taking photographs in the area. The fingerpost near Chapel Stile is a perfect memorial to them both.
Stella, Louise and Eva.
For our beautiful Holly in the place where we feel closest to her. A wonderful, kind, talented girl who was lost far too soon, but who will live on in our hearts forever. Xxx
Derek and Mary Harrison loved walking around Tarn Hows and visiting Skelwith Bridge, Elterwater and Hawkshead.
Helen loved Ullswater and it was our favourite place to picnic and walk, especially at Aira Force and the lakeside path and rowing to the island.
Kath Elliott remembered with love in the place she loved 1954-2019 x
In loving memory of Geoff, a great father and father-in-law. Whose jokes will still be hanging on in our hearts.
Much love always - Justine, Bobby and Nigel.
xx
Anthony loved the Lakes. As a child brought up in Lancashire he first came with his parents William and Mary. At seventeen he was a member of the Outward Bound School in Ullswater. Throughout his working life as one of our finest actors, he regularly trundled over many a fell, with a Mars bar and a compass, and appreciated the peace and objectivity the “lumps” gave him. He would have been so thrilled to know that he was helping to preserve this magical place by sponsoring the footbridge at Sty Head Gill. Remembering with so much love my dear husband and friend.
Leo loved the mountains. They brought him contentment, peace and friendship throughout his life, so dedicating this gate to his memory could not be more fitting. His family and friends will remember him with great happiness whenever they visit this beautiful spot near Loughrigg Tarn.
From his daughters Kate, Juliet and Alison, sons-in-law, grandchildren and grand-dogs, with love always.
For Dave, a wonderful husband, dad and grandad. He loved walking the fells with his border collie, Gwynne and marvelled at the beauty of the Lakes. He was head teacher at Lorton village school for many years so it is fitting that this memorial is in Buttermere which was part of his catchment area. May this finger post guide others in this beautiful valley. From Sandra and Helen.
Kath Elliott remembered with love in the place she loved 1954-2019 x
In memory of Alan Keith Midgley of Yeadon, West Yorkshire, and the many happy holidays with friends and family among the lakes and fells.
Our mother, Meryl Moore, née Ansell, 1930-1987. She first visited the Lakes in 1940, on a train full of exhausted soldiers. To let them sleep she and our grandfather were standing in the corridor – from the train window she saw mountains for the first time and was hooked for life.
In loving memory of Kevin O'Keefe and his beloved dog Howie. May they wander the hills together in peace.
Remembering with love our father, George Beck, who loved and walked these hills for two decades. "Be strong and courageous; do not be frightened or dismayed, for God is with you wherever you go." Andy, Kath, Mags, Mart, Janet, Kath and Ali.
David Mallalieu, (1935-2019), walked the fells from childhood to old age. Alone, with family and with friends. A man for all seasons.
In memory of our father Ron Budd 1931-2015 who loved to walk the Lake District fells. John and Kate.
Patterdale was our favourite place. We loved the walks, scenery and tranquillity. Lovely memories.
In memory of Joan Elaine Slack. Born Llanharry, Wales 4th May 1951, died Villamartin, Spain 15th December 2018. She walked lightly across the earth, but left deep impressions. With love, Glynne, Matthew & Natalie
John Tratt (1938-2018) moved to Cumbria in 1990 and volunteered with the LDNPA for 25 years. Friends have sponsored a bridge overlooking Loweswater in his memory (NY124201). John loved walking in this area and socialising in the Kirkstile Inn. We hope you will too, and that you will think of him and smile!
In memory of Sue Welsh who loved to run and walk this path with her dogs Mollie and William and her partner Dave and family. Sue will be missed forever.
James loved the Lakes. We got married @ Jesus Church 2006. We climbed the Langdales with our gorgeous daughter. Biking was his passion. We love & miss you. Xxx
In loving memory of PETER JOBBINS who spent many happy hours walking in the Lake District with his family and friends. 29.12.1946 - 18. 08. 2018.
In memory of my Dad, who showed us the beauty of the Lake District. We love and miss you every day. From Mum, Emily and Phil, Gerald and Steph, Toby, Elliot, Jacob and Charlie
In memory of Alec and Hilary Cushnie who spent many a happy hour meandering on the fells. Sadly missed but remembered with joy by all the family.
In memory of our dear friend John Winter, with grateful thanks for many years of leading wonderful walks in Britain and France and for his unique system of post-walk language exercises. He truly upheld the spirit of Entente Cordiale.
Friends. To celebrate the lives and achievements of Harry and Audrey Fessler, there is a small plaque on the timber bridge over Tarn Beck, the stream running out of Beacon Tarn, on the footpath from Beacon Tarn to Greenholme. (GridRef: SD 277896). You may wish to think of them there.
Alan was always happy rambling in the Lake District. There can be few mountains not climbed or lakes not walked around. We remember him amongst the beautiful landscape, happy and at peace. The gate is in celebration and thanks for those happy memories of our Dad and Gramps.
Thelma Taylor (our mum) - who was the best mum and the best marmalade maker. We miss her still.
Bruce, Rotha, Helen and Russell.
Ron Bennett (Dad)’s favourite poem was “What is this life if, full of care We have no time to stand and stare?” This ends with “A poor life this if, full of care, We have no time to stand and stare.” So sponsoring a gate overlooking the Lakeland fells that he introduced us to, seemed an appropriate way to remember him whilst simultaneously enhancing the landscape – he would have liked that. Love Margaret, Jon, Jane, Peter, James and Tom xx
Our angel on earth Rita White, now watching over us from the heavens. Forever in our hearts.
Sarah, Alan, Jamie and Natasha xxxx
“The fleeting hour of life of those who love the hills is quickly spent, but the hills are eternal. …” - Alfred Wainwright, The Western Fells. In loving memory of Timothy Paul Evison (14.03.66 – 02.01.18).
In loving memory of Byron Perry, who loved the Lakes and usually strode about 50 yards ahead of his wife Lesley and his family. Thank you Grandad for sharing the Lakes with us, for the holidays, the hours spent in the rain teaching us perseverance and the wonderful memories.
In loving memory of Jack Picton, one of life's true adventurers.
With everlasting gratitude for all that he gave us. From his children, Thomas, Sarah, Richard and Rebecca.
In loving memory of Eric and Jean Fell.
In memory of Margaret and Hubert Horton, who spent 50 blissful years exploring the Fells. With much love and gratitude from their nephews, nieces and families.
In loving memory of Violet Eva Hall. The Lake District was always a special place for her.
In memory of our beloved parents and grandparents Sid and Muriel Billsborough. We miss you.
In memory of Heather Thomas' Lovell Concordia, a walking and music holiday group. We spent 28 wonderful years of friendship in the Lake District. Special thanks to Robert Harrison for his donation to the Ullswater Way Improvement Project.
In memory of Sheila and Ron Croxford who both loved the peace and beauty of the Lake District.
Albert Lockley 12th June 1937 - 8th February 2013. A loving husband, father and grandfather. He was a lover of the Lake District and was never happier than when he was surrounded by its beauty.
In memory of Arthur and Jean Baker who loved the Lakes and spent many happy holidays there.
We especially remember their wonderful Golden Wedding celebration at Derwentwater in 2005.
There was no place where Roy would rather be than wandering the fells with his family. His sense of adventure and fun whether up hill or down dale will be missed by all those who knew him.
We are sponsoring a gate in memory of Paul Clarkson, a loving husband and a doting dad. He loved the Lake District and was a keen fell walker. We relocated to Cumbria in 2014 to have the fells on our doorstep.
He died in June 2016 after a brave and dignified battle against cancer.
Forever in our hearts xxx
In memory of Bill and Joan Burston who loved the Lake District and created many happy family holidays at Howtown and beyond.
Our Rob, a loving caring Son, Brother, Uncle and Friend. Taken too soon, but never forgotten!
You will dance on in our hearts forever! Xxx
In memory of Norman Stanley who enjoyed happy times here with his family.
For Sylvia, who loved Hawkshead.
In memory of John for all the miles we walked together over the years, especially over the Cumbrian Fells. You are still with me in my heart wherever I walk.
Loved and missed by us all, Rita and family, Wendy, Paul and Neil.
In loving memory of Stanley Langford (1914-1996), who shared his passion for the Lake District and Buttermere in particular, with those he loved. This bridge (Sour Milk Ghyll) marks the beginning of the climb to Red Pike where his ashes were scattered by his widow, Margaret and his children.
In memory of Chris Hart who died in 2015. Founder of the Christian Walking Club. In 1981 Chris placed an advert in the YHA Hostelling News - 55 Christians from all over the country replied. Today the club has more than 400 members and events are organised throughout the UK. (christianwalkingclub.org.uk).
Gwen and Bob of Liverpool will be sadly missed but never forgotten by their family and friends.
Many happy hours spent together in the Lakes - Love, James, Liz and family.
In memory of
From their sons, David and Geoff Armstrong
Jo-Anne Taylor - My Earth treading star who is much loved and immensely missed - 1973 to 2015 - love you, Dave.
In loving memory of Wilf Upton. May his post guide others across the mountains he loved.
- The Peats
The bridge between The Boardwalk and Bench, High Dam is dedicated to Tony Wright. Donated by Rachel and Roz Sullivan as a fitting memorial to a man whose life purpose was to help as many as possible. Also for our dogs, Rooney, Dylan, Vasco and Rufus who love(d) High Dam even more than he did. Tony was the dearest friend, helper and mentor to family, friends and community. When you stand here, perchance seeing the river of primroses meandering downhill in springtime, ("Beautiful little chaps" he'd say), bless a man who was a force for good in this world.
All our happy days.
To celebrate their Wedding Anniversary. 5.12.70. With lots of love Sarah, Lucy, Elizabeth, Daisy, Poppy, Charles, Mitch & Henry xxx
Wishing you a fantastic 80th birthday (80? how did that happen..??!!). Knowing how much you’ve enjoyed the Lakes over the years we’ve funded a fingerpost as your birthday present. It’s a triple fingerpost (ooOOoh!) and will live in Grasmere, rather near the Sarah Nelson gingerbread shop. We couldn’t think of anything more perfect! ...other than a unicycle but you already have one of those! We hope you and Mum will make a trip to see it, ideally via Southwold Pier!
Lots of love, Phil, Sarah, Matt, Loui, Phoebe, Lauren & Tara XXXXXXX
My darling wife is 50 on the 18/01/19 so I've sponsored a fingerpost for her on the way to Miller Ground, her favourite place to watch the sun go down. Have a great birthday Nicky, all my love Millsy xxx
Happy Wedding Day, Nat and Ben, love from Mum and Derek.
Celebrating our 30th Wedding Anniversary.
Birthday wishes from Kate.
Happy Birthday from your children and grandchildren. Looking forward to many more happy days on the fells.
The 4 Adventurers: Simon, Lin, Eve and Jay.
To celebrate and remember our year of adventures in the 15 UK National Parks in 2017.
"Orrest Head for many of us, is “where we came in” - our first ascent in Lakeland, our first sight of mountains in tumultuous array across glittering waters, our awakening to beauty” - AW
Happy 60th Birthday Dave Clarke!
From Hampton School Adventure Society.
Celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary.
Happy 80th Birthday Pops!
Happy Birthday Dad. Let it never be said you didn't put your mark on the world.
To commemorate 50 years of marriage for Jean and Ian Johnson.
Happy Birthday Heidi! Here's to all the long walks to come!
David and Karen Lee are moving to Penrith to live near their beloved Lake District. Their friends at St Mark's church, Basingstoke have donated £200 to the Ullswater Way Project in celebration of their long friendship and fellowship and wish them much joy and happiness in the future.
Celebrating 20 years walking in the Lake District.
In celebration of the Golden Wedding of Geoff and Celia Scott. Married at St Mark's Church, Layton, Blackpool.
A 'Yorkshire Lass' - I share my heart and LOVE the Lake District.
In celebration of Geoff Greenwood's 70th birthday on the 23 January 2017.
May his fingerpost guide others around the lakes and fells he loves.
Many thanks, David (Switzer) and all who work so hard to maintain and improve our appreciation of this wonderful area.
