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Giving something back earns prestigious award for Lakes volunteer

After nearly four decades in aerospace and defence industry management roles Barry Capp turned his attention to help sort out deteriorating Lake District fell paths.

Angle Tarn - the best tarn in the Lakes?

Blog post about Lake District's tarns. We feature Angle Tarn in Ullswater. Alfred Wainwright ranked it among the best in Lakeland.

Lakes golfing inspiration

Brockhole's new mini golf course was designed by Cumbrian school children, inspired by the Lake District landscape and characters.

Glamping in the lakes by Campsites UK

There's a reason why the Lake District is one of the most famous and celebrated of Britain's wild areas. This stunning national park tucked up in the north west of England draws over 15 million visitors every year, who come to enjoy some of the country's most dramatic and varied landscapes.

Visitors urged to enjoy Lake District waters safely as lake levels fall

Life-saving organisations in Cumbria have united to encourage people to enjoy the Lake District’s waters safely.

Leading spoken word poet set to launch the ultimate love poem to the Lake District

The Lake District National Park Authority and acclaimed northern poet Tony Walsh are set to unveil a specially-commissioned short film, ‘Reflecting On The Lakes’, at a free screening at Zeffirellis cinema, Ambleside, next week (13 Aug).

National Park team gears up for summer of kindness

As the school holidays begin, the Lake District National Park Authority is gearing up to offer a warm welcome to visitors and provide support for communities in what looks set to be the busiest summer on record.

Five top ways to discover the Lake District this Autumn

Autumn is a wonderful time of year in the Lake District National Park. As the trees turn various shades of red, reflecting in the lakes and the bracken on the fellsides turn russet coloured there’s never been a better time to get out and about on walks, cycles, boat and bus rides.

Paddleboarding and kayaking

Whether you're just beginning to canoe or kayak, or you're a more expert paddler, we have lots of great tips, local guides and maps.

What does the Lake District mean to you?

The Lake District. It means many different things to each of us. For some it is the stunning mountains and fells which are a beauty to behold.

What is a World Heritage Site?

Explaining how these are areas recognised internationally as being of universal value. Also includes more details about UNESCO and the Cultural Landscape category.

Lake District weather

Get the latest online weather forecast for the Lake District plus hints on what to pack for all weathers when visiting the Lakes.