Repairing the Lake District paths, gates and bridges, maintaining our boats and going green at our visitor centre, are just some of the things our team are doing during lockdown to look after the National Park and prepare for visitors back when restrictions ease. Take a look below at some of the highlights.
Explore Derwentwater - Keswick's local lake with many places to go and things to do. Information on getting there, local walks, lake cruises and local villages and attractions. You can also visit the Keswick Information centre for help and advice.
It's been months in the planning and the whole country is waiting to see the first glimpses of the Royal couple on their big day. We're not waiting to see the dress, the colour of The Queen's hat or the chosen song for the first dance. We want to know where Harry and Meghan are going on their Honeymoon of course.
May is National Walking Month, and what better time to tell you all about the Wordsworth-themed walks that we have in store for you this year?
On World Ranger Day (31July) we’re looking for young rangers to conserve and protect our stunning Lake District landscape.
Cyclists, horse riders and walkers in the Lake District can now benefit from a safer, smoother way to enjoy the spectacular scenery through the centre of the national park thanks to the creation of a new multi-user route alongside the A591.
Communities and businesses around the Lake District’s Ullswater Valley are celebrating the launch of a brand new walking route – the Ullswater Way - around what many believe to be England’s most beautiful lake. The new, 20-mile walking route connects the spectacular scenery along the shores of Ullswater and surrounding mountains, with the picturesque villages and attractions, meaning visitors can enjoy even more of this special corner of the Lake District.
The Lake District National Park Authority has issued a warning for people to think safety first when around water during this hot spell of weather.
A new Chairperson has been appointed to join the Lake District National Park Partnership that led the Park to UNESCO World Heritage Site success.
The Lake District National Park is currently recruiting for a new Fell Top Assessor to join its expert team. Applications are being invited from mountain professionals who want to provide first-hand, boots on the ground weather updates and safety advice for fell-walkers during the winter months.
More than just Rangers! Meet the teams delivering planning, conservation, communications, commerical, strategy and partnerships across the Lake District National Park.
Twenty-five organisations, working together for the future of the Lake District National Park and World Heritage Site are inviting people to comment on their new, five-year plan tackling five major challenges.
Blog post about Lake District's tarns. We feature Angle Tarn in Ullswater. Alfred Wainwright ranked it among the best in Lakeland.
The Lake District National Park Authority has announced a series of changes to its main visitor centre, as a result of increasing costs and continued cuts to its funding.
A team of more than 70 dedicated volunteers are all set to inspire more than 2,000 people this year with their passion for the Lake District World Heritage site through a varied selection of walks. This Sunday (31 March) sees the start of the 2019 volunteer-led guided walks season in the Lake District.
At a celebration event today (14 July) the Rt Hon Trudy Harrison MP officially opened the new £1.5 million West Windermere Way route.
At last week’s Lake District National Park Authority Annual General Meeting (AGM), members elected Tiffany Hunt as the new Chair. Michael Carter was also elected as Deputy Chair.
Donate towards the National Park, and help us in our work for as little as £10.We maintain more than 3,100km of paths and bridleways. Millions of visitors, combined with our Cumbrian climate, means we are constantly carrying out improvements and maintenance. By making a donation today, you can help us look after this spectacular place now and in the future.
A number of free online agri-environment information sessions are being held over the next few weeks for Lake District farmers and land managers to find out more about changes to funding.
Check out this gallery of beautiful images of the Lake District.
