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Flight to extraordinary Great War commemoration

As international attention focuses on the 100th anniversary of the bloodiest and longest battle in human history, the Lake District is presenting an extraordinary promenade performance dedicated to World War One aviation heroes.

Water

Thirlmere photo resource for teaching Key Stage 2. Includes discussion questions such as "How does water get into the reservoir?"

New Lake District arts festival takes flight

A new international outdoor arts festival will take flight in Kendal and the Lake District next summer as the successor to Mintfest.

What to pack

Some tips about what to pack for your trip to the Lake District, from clothes to phones.

Hiking Helvellyn in winter with Fell Top Assessors

Our FiPL Monitoring Officer Andrea took a Winter Skills Course up Helvellyn with our Fell Top Assessors, learning about winter walking and safety.

World-class mountaineer joins Lake District Fell Top Assessors

Mountaineer Zac Poulton is swapping the Himalayas for the Lake District in a new role aimed at keeping walkers safe on the Cumbrian fells.

Appeal for performers to take flight over Windermere

Local dancers, singers, model plane pilots and even croquet players are being offered an exciting opportunity to be part of a performance that celebrates our desire to fly and the importance of Cumbrian aviation history during World War One.

Royal Mail gives stamp of approval for World Heritage Site

Lake District fans across the UK are being urged to head to the postbox this week (27, 28 Sept) to secure a special postmark in celebration of its new World Heritage Site status.

Boat hire and boat trips on Windermere

Where to hire a boat on Windermere lake, motor boats, rowing boats, canoes and kayaks as well as boat cruises and sailing. Book boats online.

Be a Cumbrian Girl that can

We are so lucky to have the Lake District National Park at the centre of our county. For some to enjoy on an everyday basis and others to visit frequently or occasionally.

Your guide to exercising in the Lake District

We caught up with Triathlete couple, Team Jameson over a coffee to get some top tips for anyone looking to get fit in the Lakes.

The Lake District's World Heritage Bid

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!

New route encourages car free visits to the west shore of Windermere

At a celebration event today (14 July) the Rt Hon Trudy Harrison MP officially opened the new £1.5 million West Windermere Way route.

Days out that will make your tail wag!

Who better to guide you through the best things to do in the Lake District with your furry companion than our four-legged friend? Milo, the Yorkshire Terrier shares his favourite things to do when visiting the Lake District.

First cycling for all festival

A gathering geared to bring cycling to everyone beckons in the heart of the Lakes with specially adapted wheels for riders with disabilities.

First cycling for all festival

A gathering geared to bring cycling to everyone beckons in the heart of the Lakes with specially adapted wheels for riders with disabilities.

The mountains are calling, let the winter adventure begin and #summitsafely

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.

Fell Top Assessors assemble for 2021 season launch

The Lake District’s three Fell Top Assessors met today for the one and only time this winter for the 2021 season launch.