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Days out that will make your tail wag!

Who better to guide you through the best things to do in the Lake District with your furry companion than our four-legged friend? Milo, the Yorkshire Terrier shares his favourite things to do when visiting the Lake District.

The Lake District's World Heritage Bid

With World Heritage status, we’ll join an elite list of World Heritage sites – from Egypt’s pyramids and the Taj Mahal to Hadrian’s Wall. Get involved!

Be a Cumbrian Girl that can

We are so lucky to have the Lake District National Park at the centre of our county. For some to enjoy on an everyday basis and others to visit frequently or occasionally.

New route encourages car free visits to the west shore of Windermere

At a celebration event today (14 July) the Rt Hon Trudy Harrison MP officially opened the new £1.5 million West Windermere Way route.

Fell Top Assessors assemble for 2021 season launch

The Lake District’s three Fell Top Assessors met today for the one and only time this winter for the 2021 season launch.

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.

Top tips to get set for summer in the Lake District

With home-schooling finished for summer and many in need of some recuperation, we asked one of our Area Rangers, Cath, how to get the most out of the Lake District this summer. She’s part of the Lake District National Park team who know the Lake District best, so is well placed to give you some hints and tips.

Your guide to exercising in the Lake District

We caught up with Triathlete couple, Team Jameson over a coffee to get some top tips for anyone looking to get fit in the Lakes.

Windermere Gateway

Windermere Gateway is a major project, involving landowners, businesses, stakeholders and developers, all working together to secure a vibrant future for Windermere. It will unlock opportunities for a mix of new homes, jobs, sustainable transport connections and a real sense of arrival for residents and visitors alike. Proposals will be progressive, yet sensitive to its world class landscape and natural beauty. It is an ambitious and considered plan for a prosperous future.

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.

How does the Lake District inspire you?

The Lake District has been inspiring people for centuries; William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, JMW Turner and me, Beth Pipe, 50 something writer who was born in the West Midlands and still gets excited every time she sees the sea, a hill or anything green, to be honest.

Lake District marks first year as World Heritage Site

One year on from the momentous day in Krakow when the English Lake District became a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the organisations behind the successful bid are celebrating the achievements to date and looking to the opportunities that lie ahead.

Hop around the Park sustainably this Easter

As Easter weekend approaches, the Lake District National Park is encouraging people to think green about travelling to and around the Park.

Lake District car free day

Lake District National Park staff have been asked to consider ditching motors on 22 September and support World Car Free Day.

South Distinctive Area

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

Mountain call to stay safe on the fells this winter

The Lake District National Park restarts its popular daily weather service this week, asking people to check the Weatherline report as a crucial part of their winter walk preparation.

4 reasons to go on a British Cycling guided bike ride in the Lake District

You’d have to have your head buried some way in the ground for the past few months if you’ve managed to miss the fact that the Lake District National Park has recently become a World Heritage site, joining the likes of the Taj Mahal and the Great Barrier Reef.

East Distinctive Area

The rugged and craggy high fells of Helvellyn, Fairfield and High Street are split by the two upland valleys of Ullswater and Haweswater / Lowther. Farmland fringes the north-eastern margin of the East area, which contrasts with the high fells.The East distinctive area is predominantly rural and tranquil and has the lowest population of any of the distinctive areas. Glenridding / Patterdale is the largest settlement, with other smaller villages including Askham, Pooley Bridge and Penruddock. Ullswater is one of the four navigable lakes in the National Park, whilst Haweswater is a reservoir providing water supplies for the North West of England.