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Scafell Pike

Climbing Scafell Pike requires significant experience and preparation. It is a complex mountain and should not be underestimated. There are an increasing number of mountain rescues on Scafell.

Rare centuries-old fish house in Rusland saved through FiPL funding

Funding through Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) allowed for repairs and restoration at the Fish House in Black Beck Wood

Central and South East Distinctive Area

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

North Distinctive Area

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

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.

Lake District National Park Partnership

How key organisations work together.

The Blog

Catch up on news, walking routes, places to stay and ideas for days out in the Lake District with the National Park blog.

Walking

Walking in the Lake District, route ideas for short to long hikes for everyone.

Latest News

A celebratory event was held recently to thank the dedicated team of volunteers who help look after the historic environment of the Lake District National Park through archaeological survey, research and conservation.

Caravan Sites in the Lake District

Discover the best caravan sites and parks in the Lake District National Park here. We offer a great variety of options to choose from, depending on your budget and the size of your group there are sure to be plenty of caravan options to suit you. Book online today.

Glamping and camping pods

Lake District glamping is ideal for your first time camping experience, particularly if you would like to enjoy a few little elements of luxury! From glamping pods to Lake District yurts, Herdy huts, shepherd huts, tree houses and bell tents – search and book online.

Tourism

Facts and figures about tourism in this spectacular landscape.

Sustainable tourism

Lists the aims for sustainable tourism, from better services to more local food and crafts.

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!

Shard fences stand tall again in Hawkshead and Lickle Valley

Rare, centuries old, slate shard fences are once more features of the farming landscape thanks to grants totalling £116,707 from Defra’s Farming in Protected Landscape (FiPL) fund via the Lake District National Park Authority (LDNPA).

Top 10 picnic spots in the Lakes

Picnics are one of the great British traditions of the Lake District. This portable snack is quick and easy to pull together if you’re staying in a caravan, hostel or bunkhouse and is the perfect accompaniment to a day exploring the fells and lakes.

Things to do

Great ideas for things to do in the Lake District, from the National Park blog.

Movement

Planning policies for design code - Movement and street design