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Join a walk with a Lake District expert

With record numbers of visitors set to head to the Lake District this year, a team of seasoned walkers who guide groups across the landscape are dusting off their walking boots ready for the first guided walk of the year this weekend.

Farming funding boost for climate, nature, people and places

Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL), which provides funding for Lake District farmers and landowners to deliver projects for climate, nature, people and place, is celebrating a successful third year and an extension of funding for a fourth year.

Get fit in the Lakes in 2024

“Getting fit” can sometimes be dreaded words to hear in January, but if you find ways to focus on your health and wellbeing that suit you, then it can actually be really fun…we promise!

A day out on the free Wasdale shuttle bus

Volunteer, Philip, takes a day out on the free Wasdale shuttle bus enjoying a walk around the lakeshore of Wastwater.

Your Two Day Windermere Itinerary by Langdale Chase

If you’re thinking of spending a couple of days in Windermere, take a look at our two day itinerary for ideas to help you make the most of your short break.

Love Windermere

There are many projects happening in and around England's largest lake - find out more here!

Plan your winter visit to the Lake District

Top tips on planning your visit to the Lake District National Park, England's largest.

Minibus tours and bus explorer tickets

Leave the car behind and enjoy the views from an elevated position.

Park thanks public for record response to ‘Shape the Lakes’ Local Plan

The Lake District National Park is today thanking the record number of local residents and businesses who took part in its recent Local Plan review. Throughout May and June more than 2,700 people reviewed planning policies and land allocations that could potentially have an impact on their future in the Lake District.

Farming

Farming is at the heart of our communities, economy and has shaped our landscape over centuries, as it now evolves to deliver livestock and a healthy environment.

Herdy brings a friendly face to the Lake District’s World Heritage bid

Herdy, the iconic Lake District sheep lovemark has joined a growing list of organisations to state their support for the Lake District World Heritage bid, becoming the lead commercial collaboration partner and creating a unique ‘United by Herdy’ logo for the bid campaign.

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.

5 Unmissable and easy to access Lakeland viewpoints

Tarn Hows, situated between the south lakes villages of Coniston and Hawkshead, affords stunning views of the surrounding fells and has an accessible circular walk, suitable for wheelchair users. Ideal for a short walk or can be extended to include a longer hike to the summit of nearby Black Crag.

Your 2017 adventure starts here!

Walking is one of the most popular activities cited by visitors to the Lake District National Park. Our 'Discover, Explore, Inspire' programme of walks, navigation days and more is designed to help you make the most of this awe-inspiring destination

Royal welcome at Lake District World Heritage celebration

His Royal Highness, The Prince of Wales, visited the Lake District today (26 March) to unveil a special installation to commemorate the National Park’s UNESCO World Heritage Site inscription.

Places to visit and areas of the Lake District National Park

Explore the most popular places to visit in the Lake District including Windermere, Ambleside, Coniston Water, Ullswater, Grasmere and the Langdale Valley. Plan your visit and make the most of your stay!

Visiting the Lake District

Where to stay, places to go, things to do, visitor accommodation and events in the Lake District National Park.

Car cutting drive accelerates

Park and ride with a difference sees an innovative concept set to cut car travel in the Lake District.

Water

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

Lake District National Park Information Centres

Our friendly advisers can help make your visit the best ever at our Information Centre. Find out how they can help, opening times and locations.