On-going work to help combat the eroding effects of weather and walkers on the Lake District fells.
A tarmac road and stone track to the quiet west shore of Windermere.
The Lake District is famous for its spectacular landscapes and stunning lakes, but hidden beneath those layers are fascinating stories and moments through time. With the changing season unmasking the Lake District, we thought it was perfect timing to share some of the history and myths within the National Park.
This walk hugs the wooded shoreline of Windermere.
Biography and interests of Sabine Mosner, member of the Lake District National Park Authority.
Biography and interests of Tiffany Hunt MBE - Chair, member of the Lake District National Park Authority.
With 19 million visitors and growing in the Lake District, your park needs your help to look after it. Let’s make the Lake District an even better place to live, visit and work by playing a part and respecting all Lake District adventurers.
Today (9 July) marks two years since the Lake District was awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status. At a special anniversary event businesses, organisations and community representatives gathered to take stock of what this has meant for them and to get advice and inspiration on how to harness the benefits of operating in a World Heritage Site.
Shows permanent changes to the public rights of way network made in the last six months.
It’s #DiscoverNationalParks Fortnight! A two-week celebration of the UK’s 15 national parks in their 70th anniversary year.
This month, the Lake District National Park is encouraging members of the public to ‘Get fit in the Lakes’. However, finding time isn’t always easy, especially for busy professionals who often feel they need to prioritise their business and clients over their own wellbeing. Sound familiar?
Snow has been spotted on the fells over the past week which not only heralds the start of winter but also the season launch of the Lake District National Park’s Weatherline service.
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.
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.
This short route takes you from Coniston village to the lakeshore at Monk Coniston.
While many people are looking for today’s Black Friday deals, the Lake District’s three Fell Top Assessors are hoping for some of the white stuff.
A short, initially steep, walk to one of the best views across the entire southern lakes.
Being a Lake District lover myself and being in awe with all it has to offer, I want visitors to enjoy the National Park and its natural beauty, and I can now help do just that!
The Lake District National Park Authority is preparing to safely welcome visitors back to enjoy all the health and wellbeing benefits the Lake District has to offer, which are now more important than ever.
