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Lake District travel teaching resource launched on car free day

To mark World Car Free Day today (22 September) and Great Big Green Week, the Lake District National Park’s learning team has launched a new teaching resource for children. The free online guide explores the climate emergency, sustainable travel and the impact of car travel on the Lake District, and is now available for teachers and young people.

Five tricks and treats to be Lake District Kind

Doing your bit to help tackle climate change doesn’t need to be frightening. We share five simple tricks that everyone living in or visiting the Lake District can do this autumn to cut their carbon footprint, and there’s even seasonal treats to be had.

It’s even easier to get on your bike in the Lake District this summer

A new selection of bike hire points throughout the Lake District make it easier than ever to get on your bike - whether it’s a mountain bike or an e-bike, there’s something to suit all the family to enjoy the best of the scenery on two wheels.

Plan your winter visit to the Lake District

Top tips on planning your visit to the Lake District National Park, England's largest.

Lake District woodland to be part of Ancient Canopy to celebrate The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

The Lake District National Park Authority is delighted a group of woodlands within the Rusland Valley have been chosen as part of a nationwide network of 70 Ancient Woodlands to be dedicated to The Queen in celebration of the Platinum Jubilee.

Wandering the Wainwrights via bus

The latest blog in our Wander More This Winter series comes from Lewis Jevons, who in May completed a 5-year challenge of bagging all 214 Wainwrights using only public transport. Read on to discover more about Lewis’s big adventure, and a handy walk guide to try yourself.

Little Fells for Little Legs

Getting out into the fells with young children has so many benefits to their health and development and is good for parents too. As a single parent to a four and a half year old daughter, being able to share time outdoors with her has felt like a lifeline at times and continues to help me be the best parent I possibly can be.

Scenic shuttle buses return for summer season

The Lake District National Park Authority is working with partners to launch two low-cost shuttle buses for summer.

A Royal Day Out

To celebrate the coronation of King Charles III, we’ve put together a list of things to do, places to go and sights to see, all inspired by royal visits and the King’s love of the Lake District.