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.
John Muir, father of the worldwide National Park movement, would have been 185 years old today. A lot of time has passed, but it’s always a good time to reflect on how we look after our wild places and our National Parks.
Six great reasons to go on one of our Lake District guided walks, led by our fantastic team of volunteers.
Find out what's on offer at our Ullswater Information Centre, based at Glenridding.
A partnership working to ensure a package of public funding for sustainable hill farming and land management in the Lake District, based on the principles of public payments for public benefits, including both cultural and natural assets.
On Tuesday 23 May 2017, Columbia Sportswear and the UK’s National Parks announced a first of its kind five-year partnership, making Columbia the official outfitter of the National Parks’ rangers and staff.
Works with the farming community to help achieve the prosperous economy theme of the Lake District National Park Partnership's Vision.
The Lake District National Park Authority is working with partners to launch two low-cost shuttle buses for summer.
A gathering geared to bring cycling to everyone beckons in the heart of the Lakes with specially adapted wheels for riders with disabilities.
More details about the management of Canada geese on Windermere.
Grants awarded so far in the Central and South East Distinctive Area by Lake District Communities Fund.
For someone who has never open water swam, who is nervous of the unknown and is very comfortable being on dry land, I challenged myself to do the Great North Swim this year.
After a long winter, we’re finally able to spend more time outdoors again, discover a new adventure and connect with nature. The value of our green spaces has never been higher as we recover from the effects of the pandemic. This John Muir Day, Graham Watson, John Muir Award Manager for Cumbria, celebrates six Cumbrians who are looking after these special places and working for a better future. Graham asks: “Who are our modern day motivators?”.
Details about the woodlands in the Lake District National Park and the outbreak Chalara Fraxinea – more commonly known as ash dieback.
Agriculture shows are a huge part of the farming culture. Across the Lake District and Cumbria there are several farming shows that take place during the year – a place where you can take a peak into the life of a farmer.
Grants awarded so far in the West Distinctive Area by Lake District Communities Fund.
A long-running farm plastic offensive which has seen thousands of tonnes of waste recycled has had another bumper crop, thanks to around 50 farmers near Penrith.
Links to information about the Authority's duties as the local planning authority and covers the control of development, enforcement of planning control, byelaws and other related matters. Also includes information relating to management of the National Park.
