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Outdoor toilet tips

What do you do when you really need the toilet and there just isn’t one available? You might think that the occasional alfresco poo is ok, but it takes twelve months to biodegrade and with 19 million people visiting the Lake District each year, it could create a smelly problem.

Accessible routes

50 easy and accessible walking routes for wheelchairs, pushchairs and those with limited mobility, across the Lake District National Park.

Public toilets

A list of public toilets in and around the Lake District National Park.

£3.2 million investment rescues 20 important traditional Lake District barns

Twenty historic barns across the Lake District are being saved thanks to more than £2.6 million from DEFRA and more than £55k from applicants.This year, more than £3.2 million is being invested in unique and cherished farm buildings.

Historic houses and gardens in the Lake District

The best historic houses, gardens and grounds to visit across the Lake District. From arts and crafts to castles and tudor mansions, all these houses are open to the public.

Miles Without Stiles 36: Friar's Crag

A beautiful and varied walk to a stunning viewpoint.

Lake District National Park Authority launches 2023 Fell Top Assessor season

It was a frosty start as the Lake District National Park Authority’s Fell Top Assessor season launched this morning with a temperature of minus 4 degrees.

New View, New You and new challenges

Winter is a great time to get out on the fells, and for me I always feel better both physically and mentally after running in the amazing Lake District fells I’m lucky enough to have on my doorstep. As 2020 starts and the nights become lighter it’s time to start thinking about our goals and challenges for the year ahead.

Changes announced at the Lake District National Park Visitor Centre

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.

Fix the Fells volunteers spent 3000 days fixing Lake District paths in 2024

The team undertakes regular patrols and maintenance of all paths in the UNESCO World Heritage Site, protecting the fragile upland landscapes and ensuring clear passage for walkers enjoying the beautiful scenery.

Scenic shuttle buses return for summer season

The Lake District National Park Authority is working with partners to launch two low-cost shuttle buses for summer.

School pupil designs logo for free Wasdale Explorer shuttle bus

A school pupil has designed the logo for the seasonal Wasdale Explorer shuttle bus. The Wasdale Explorer shuttle bus is free sustainable transport managed by the community of Wasdale through Wasdale Action Group in partnership with Lake District National Park Authority.

A warm welcome to the Lake District World Heritage Site

Being named a UNESCO World Heritage site is a great accolade for any travel destination. But it also brings greater responsibility.