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.
With four seasons in one day being a fairly frequent occurrence in the Lake District, we wanted to tap into the knowledge and experience of some of the UK’s most experienced outdoor adventurers to help inform our winter safety campaign.
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 Lake District National Park Authority is one of 25 areas in England that has been successful in securing a place on the Government’s Design Code Pathfinder Programme
The Lake District National Park is famous for high fells, deep glacial lakes and thriving rural communities. But did you know the National Park is also growing in reputation as a foodie destination?
Tim Duckmanton is the Lake District National Park Authority’s Team Leader for Strategy and Environment. He is currently studying towards a post graduate qualification in sustainable leadership, at the University of Cumbria.
With World Heritage status, we’ll join an elite list of World Heritage sites – from Egypt’s pyramids and the Taj Mahal to Hadrian’s Wall. Get involved!
Wild camping is technically not permitted anywhere in the Lake District without prior permission from the landowner. As the National Park Authority we do not have the power to allow camping on private land and we do not permit camping on the small amount of land that we own. Camping in car parks or on roadside verges is not allowed at any time.
You needn’t travel outside of British borders to discover an amazing nature safari – the Lake District is a home to a wonderfully diverse array of wildlife.
A public consultation is now underway on proposed improvements to the area around Windermere Station, also known as the Windermere Gateway Area. The consultation seeks views on proposals to transform the area, enhance the transport hub and improve traffic for the community, businesses and visitors.
Who owns the land in the Lake District National Park? The Lake District National Park Authority owns less than 4% of the National Park, but we work with landowners to protect all of it.
As lockdown is being lifted slowly and people may starting to think about venturing back to the Lake District when it’s allowed, the National Park Authority is asking visitors to ensure that puppies are ready for the countryside.
The National Park Authority is asking local people, visitors and industry experts to help develop a design code for the Lake District in a consultation that starts today and will run until 15 May.
As the Lake District National Park’s fell top assessors return this week to make their daily trek up Helvellyn, this winter they will share even more top tips using #summitsafely to help walkers stay safe on the fells.
Discover the Ullswater Way
Discover Wastwater, the deepest lake in England, situated to the west of the Lake District National Park. Explore the surrounding villages, walks, pubs and book attractions online like the Coast Aquarium, Muncaster Castle and Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway.
This week, Members of the National Park Authority agreed to open a consultation on proposals to make the financial savings required to secure future services and practical work across the National Park. Like many organisations and businesses, the National Park Authority has been financially impacted by the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, leading to a budget deficit of £1.2m for 2021/22.
Farming Officer, Claire Foster, shares what she and Assistant Farming Officer, Eliza Hodgson, get up to during the summer months. From attending country shows to supporting farmers during these challenging times, farming plays a crucial role in the heritage of the Lake District.
A new Environmental Land Management Scheme (ELMS) that will replace current farming schemes is being tested in the Lake District.
