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Farming

Eskdale sheep photo resource for teaching Key Stage 2. Includes discussion questions such as "Why is hill farming different to other types of farming?"

Fell Futures wins Park Protector Award - Campaign for National Parks news

Lake District National Park’s Fell Futures project to revive traditional rural skills wins annual Campaign for National Parks Park Protector Award.

Things to do in the Lake District

Discover things to do in the Lake District National Park, Cumbria. View our range of activities including boating, walking, cycling and attractions. Browse our events calendar, local festivities and walking guides. Plan your visit and book attractions online.

New funding package for Lake District farmers

Farmers in the Lake District National Park will be able to benefit from a new national grants programme from 1 July, with more than £1 million available locally this year.

Making room for a view

The iconic views of Ullswater’s western shore are open to residents and visitors once more, thanks to a Valley Planning project to clear scrub and manage trees that were increasingly obscuring the view.

7 routes for 70, celebrating 70 years of the National Park

As part of our celebration for 70 years of The Lake District National Park we’re showcasing our fantastic Miles without Stiles routes, and how the Lake District can be enjoyed by all. Our Lead Strategy Advisor, Emma Moody, tells us why Miles without Stiles are so important.

Miles Without Stiles 50: Orrest Head

Accessible walking and wheelchair route from Windermere town to the top of Orrest Head fell. See route map, description and photos of the trail.

Net Zero future for the Lake District and Cumbria

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.

North Distinctive Area

All you need to know about the Northern Lake District Area - including news, community fund projects and contact details for the Area Ranger.

Mountain Landscape

Wasdale Head photo resource for teaching Key Stage 2. Includes discussion questions such as "Why is there snow only on the fell top?"

People of the Park

More than just Rangers! Meet the teams delivering planning, conservation, communications, commerical, strategy and partnerships across the Lake District National Park.

Rights of Way Committee Archive 2010

Agendas, past minutes and associated papers for 2010 meetings.

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

Affordable housing

What local occupany and Section 106 means, how we are helping to improve the situation and useful links, including to housing associations.

Central and South East Distinctive Area

All you need to know about the Central and South East Lake District Area - including news, community fund projects and contact details for the Area Ranger.

New partnership aims to boost the beauty of Windermere

An innovative new partnership approach to fund critical nature restoration projects has been launched to help improve the water quality of England’s largest lake, Windermere.

New Lake District Farming team delivers funding boost

It’s all change in the Lake District National Park Authority’s Farming team as there’s promotion for Jasmine Holliday to Farming Officer and the introduction of local farmer, Eliza Hodgson, as a new Assistant Farming Officer.

Nutrient Neutrality North West

Neutrient Neutrality regulations affect new developments in four water catchments in the Lake District. Planning applications in these catchment need nutrient neutrality information.

Lake District Fell Top Team celebrate 35 years of winter safety service

The Lake District National Park Authority’s Fell Top Assessors are celebrating 35 years of the Weatherline service, supported by the Mountain Rescue service to kick off this year’s Fell Top season.