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.
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.
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.
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.
More than just Rangers! Meet the teams delivering planning, conservation, communications, commerical, strategy and partnerships across the Lake District National Park.
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.
A celebratory event was held recently to thank the dedicated team of volunteers who help look after the historic environment of the Lake District National Park through archaeological survey, research and conservation. The English Lake District UNESCO World Heritage Site is an area of national and international historical and cultural significance, and this team of volunteers has played a significant role in extending the knowledge of the Lake District’s archaeology and history.
Amelia shares her top five tips to have fun and keep safe whilst paddleboarding in the Lake District
Did you know you can reach the beautiful west coast of the Lake District on a scenic rail journey from Barrow, Lancaster, Carlisle and beyond?
Pupils from schools in the Kendal area and visitors to Brockhole, the Lake District Visitor Centre have written the longest letter to the Lake District’s World Heritage bid team, to help them show the UNESCO judging panel why the national park is so special to them. The result is a giant reel of heartfelt messages expressing their love for the beautiful place they call home.
The charity, Campaign for National Park launched its New Perspectives Bursary scheme back in 2021. Aimed at 18-35 year-olds with a story to tell about National Parks in England and Wales. The scheme provided funding, support and training to make a diverse range of voices heard.
Much needed path repairs along the Ullswater Way at Watermillock Church have recently been completed thanks to a generous £7,000 donation from the organisers of the Montane Lakeland 100 event.
The Management Plan for the National Park is called 'The Partnership's Plan'. This is because it has been developed by many members of the Lake District National Park Partnership.
Cumbria has one of the highest coronavirus infection rates in the UK and ignoring the government’s stay at home guidance this bank holiday weekend will cost lives. This stark warning comes from the Lake District National Park Authority, Cumbria Police and Cumbria County Council as they report an increase in the number of people travelling to and around the National Park.
Lake District camp sites are available all over the National Park – from lake side pitches to fell top camping, wild sites to full facilities, search and book Lake District campsites.
This National Tree week, it’s now easier than ever for people to get funding advice for tree planting in the Lake District National Park.The Lake District National Park Authority, Forestry Commission, and Natural England have produced a new booklet and webpage clearly setting out how farmers and landowners can access advice and grant funding for tree planting.
A new Lake District National Park Authority Visitor Information Centre has opened today in Hawkshead following an investment of over £200,000.
National Parks Week 2015 is a celebration of everything that is special and unique about Britain’s breathing spaces. This year, it takes place from Monday 27 July to Sunday 2 August.
