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New multi-user trail joins A591 reconnection

The Lake District National Park has today announced a new multi-user trail over Dunmail Raise as part of the A591 reconnection project.

Staff benefits package

Flexible workings, local government pension, childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme and other benefits of working with the Lake District National Park

Miles Without Stiles 7: Red Nab to Wray Castle

This walk hugs the wooded shoreline of Windermere.

Support for proposals to extend Keswick to Threlkeld Railway route

An online survey about proposals for new, or improved, paths linking the Keswick to Threlkeld Railway Trail to Burns Road and Threlkeld Quarry, show there is good support for the plans.

Renewable energy

More about planning applications, types of renewable energy source, saving energy and funding towards it. Covers sources such as solar, thermal, voltaic, hydro electric, biomass, boilers, wind turbines, heat pumps.

Give something special this Christmas

This year the Lake District National Park is offering a Christmas present with a difference giving you the chance to sponsor a piece of the spectacular landscape.

Volunteers wanted for the Great British Beach Clean at Drigg

Volunteers are needed to help clean up Drigg as part of the Marine Conservation Society’s Great British Beach Clean next Saturday (17 Sep). Join Lake District National Park Area Ranger, Rec Cathey, from 9.45am at Drigg beach with litter pickers and bin bags to record and clean up shoreline litter.

Growing volunteers at Brockhole

After running two successful open days in March, Brockhole is looking to continue the expansion of its pool of dedicated volunteers whose role is to improve the visitor experience and support the centre’s extensive events programme.

What we do

Our teams are committed to looking after the past, present and future of the Lake District National Park.

Planning policies

Links to planning policies such as the Local Plan, supplementary planning documents and policies map.

Miles Without Stiles 21: Ravenglass to Saltcoats

This short route takes you from the waterfront of Ravenglass across the River Mite and on to the beachfront at Saltcoats.

Latest News

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.

A Guide to the Races from Holiday Cottages Cumbria

The 2018 racing fixtures for Cartmel are always exiting news for the many lovers of Cartmel Races.

Wheelchair and scooter hire

Details and locations.

Accessible for all

Easy access and wheelchair friendly routes, all terrain tramper hire, accessible changing room, holidays and activities for disabled visitors and where to get help and advice.

The countdown is on to the Keswick to Threlkeld railway trail reopening

The £7.9 million project to reconnect the much loved Keswick to Threlkeld railway trail is nearing completion with only two months to go to its long awaited reopening.

FAQs about volunteering

What do our volunteers do? What's the time commitment? Any age restrictions? How do I apply? All the answers here!

Rights of Way and access

All about Rights of Way and Access - Useful links, FAQs, reporting problems, and changes to the network.