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New volunteer roles at Brockhole

We're looking for new volunteer wayfinders to help us promote Brockhole, the Lake District Visitor Centre in Windermere.

National Tree Week celebrations for Lake District

As the UK’s biggest tree celebrations get underway north Lakes marks a massive planting operation which has seen 17,850 saplings introduced.

Eskdale residents celebrate completion of new trails

The Boot Riverside Action Group (BRAG) teamed up with the Lake District National Park, other public bodies, organisations and businesses to find funding for major improvements to around four kilometres of beautiful trails in Eskdale.

Lake District flood recovery scheme celebrates 50th bridge

A programme of flood recovery work in the Lake District National Park is celebrating its 50th bridge repair with the project running ahead of schedule.

Travelzoo’s five must-do dining experiences in the Lake District

Comedy fans will remember Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon sampling course after course of the Holbeck Ghyll's 2-AA-Rosette food in their BAFTA award-winning 'The Trip'.

The top five things to do on a rainy day in Keswick, by Royal Oak hotel

Weather in the Lake District can be changeable so take a look at our list of the top 5 things to do on a rainy day in Keswick to keep all the family entertained.

Lake District launches World Heritage plan

The Lake District’s quest for World Heritage status was launched this week when 25 of the area’s leading organisations formally endorsed the Lake District’s Nomination.

Lake District low-carbon initiative calls for support

The Lake District National Park Partnership has reassessed its carbon footprint and is encouraging residents, businesses and visitors to support its efforts to reduce the impact of climate change on the Lake District.

Case study: Fell Futures Apprentices

Details about this unique apprenticeship scheme in the Lake District.

National Park seeks out Lake District superfans

The Lake District National Park is on the lookout for a team of passionate volunteers to launch a new ambassador programme aimed at giving visitors to the region a warm welcome.

World Heritage Site set for a royal stamp of approval

His Royal Highness, The Prince of Wales, has been confirmed as the guest of honour at a special community event to mark the Lake District as a World Heritage Site on 26 March.

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.

Five great guided walks in and around Ambleside

Ambleside has long been a top tourist destination and a popular start point for a number of our favourite guided rambles.

Grants awarded: Central and South East

Grants awarded so far in the Central and South East Distinctive Area by Lake District Communities Fund.

Welcoming HRH Prince Charles to the World Heritage celebrations

As His Royal Highness, The Prince of Wales, today unveiled a special installation to mark the National Park’s World Heritage inscription, he hailed future opportunities for the Lakes.

Grants awarded: South

Grants awarded so far in the South Distinctive Area by Lake District Communities Fund.

Four reasons Harry and Meghan (and you) should choose a Lake District mini-moon this summer

It's been months in the planning and the whole country is waiting to see the first glimpses of the Royal couple on their big day. We're not waiting to see the dress, the colour of The Queen's hat or the chosen song for the first dance. We want to know where Harry and Meghan are going on their Honeymoon of course.

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.

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

Grants awarded

Since the Lake District Communities Fund was launched in 2012 it has supported many projects.

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.