Hot on the heels of UNESCO World Heritage Site status celebrating Lake District farmers, the national park has appointed its first ever dedicated farming officer.
Date: 7th Feb 2023
It’s Discover National Parks Fortnight from 3-16 April, and this year, from Dartmoor in South West England to the Cairngorms in the North of Scotland, the UK’s most iconic protected landscapes will be sharing their work to support nature recovery.
Date: 23rd Feb 2023
The Lake District is open for business, that’s the message from the Lake District National Park as it launches its new 2016 events guide this week.
Find out how we’re planning to reconnect the A591 for walking, cycling and horse riding.
A list of byelaws in the National Park.
As we start to shake-off the cold embrace of winter and look towards the longer and (sometimes) brighter days, getting outside during this enchanting time of year can envelop us in the life-bringing energies that spring offers.
Lake District National Park Authority volunteers are back this spring with a refreshed range of guided walks that offer something for everyone. Returning this weekend (2 April), the volunteer-led guided walks programme is now 57 years old and provides safe, informative access to the National Park for hundreds of visitors every year.
Did you know very penny you donate goes back into looking after your National Park? The Lake District National Park maintains more than 3,100km of paths and bridleways.
In December 2015, severe flooding left its mark on the Lake District National Park. A year and a day after Storm Desmond, businesses are invited to attend a free workshop to improve their resilience to prepare them for climate-related impacts such as flooding and power-loss.
In the years ahead, climate change has the potential to adversely impact the special qualities and attributes that make the Lake District a World Heritage Site.
Cyclists, horse riders and walkers in the Lake District can now benefit from a safer, smoother way to enjoy the spectacular scenery through the centre of the national park thanks to the creation of a new multi-user route alongside the A591.
The future of two of the country’s most significant historic copper mines in Coniston, Cumbria, is secure, thanks to a £450,000 grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF).
