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School pupil designs logo for free Wasdale Explorer shuttle bus

A school pupil has designed the logo for the seasonal Wasdale Explorer shuttle bus. The Wasdale Explorer shuttle bus is free sustainable transport managed by the community of Wasdale through Wasdale Action Group in partnership with Lake District National Park Authority.

Lake District National Park Authority launches 2023 Fell Top Assessor season

It was a frosty start as the Lake District National Park Authority’s Fell Top Assessor season launched this morning with a temperature of minus 4 degrees.

Miles Without Stiles 6: Windermere's Western Shore

A tarmac road and stone track to the quiet west shore of Windermere.

Accessible routes

50 easy and accessible walking routes for wheelchairs, pushchairs and those with limited mobility, across the Lake District National Park.

Helping our wildlife

How you can help stop the invasion by the plant Australian swamp stonecrop.

Miles Without Stiles 11: Elterwater to Skelwith Bridge

A stunning walk taking in lakeside meadows, an iconic bridge, roaring waterfall and great food.

Water way to enjoy the Lake District safely this summer

The Lake District National Park Authority has issued a warning for people to think safety first when around water during this hot spell of weather.

10 top tips to paddleboard safely in the Lake District

Paddleboarding in the Lake District is a serene and fulfilling experience that offers breath taking vistas and a unique way to explore nature. This guide is brimming with top tips to ensure your paddleboarding excursion in the Lake District is as safe as it is enjoyable.

Miles Without Stiles 4: Scout Scar

A short, initially steep, walk to one of the best views across the entire southern lakes.

Grasmere and Rydal

Discover Grasmere and its many attractions and walks it has to offer. The village has numerous shops, pubs and cafes plus you can also visit Wordsworth's grave in the churchyard and sample the legendary Grasmere Gingerbread. In the summer make sure you hire a rowing boat to explore Grasmere lake.

Windermere: islands

A list of the islands on Windermere and their history.

Country shows and festivals

Calendar of country shows and festivals in the Lake District National Park in 2016.

Rusland Pool

Information on access to Rusland Pool for vehicles.

Nibthwaite to Parkamoor

Information on access around Parkamoor for vehicles.

Lake District volunteers lead the way this spring

A team of more than 70 dedicated volunteers are all set to inspire more than 2,000 people this year with their passion for the Lake District World Heritage site through a varied selection of walks. This Sunday (31 March) sees the start of the 2019 volunteer-led guided walks season in the Lake District.

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

Lake District flood recovery project stepping into final phase

Much loved stepping stones in Rydal have been reinstated just in time for the school summer holidays as the Storm Desmond flood recovery scheme ‘Routes to Resilience’ nears its end.