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Funding through Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) allowed for repairs and restoration at the Fish House in Black Beck Wood
Posted: 30 October 2024
An online survey about proposals for new, or improved, paths linking the Keswick to Threlkeld Railway Trail to Burns Road and Threlkeld Quarry, show there is good support for the plans.
Posted: 21 October 2024
The Lake District National Park welcomes two fresh faces to its Fell Top Assessor team. Paddy and Jim are the latest recruits to the team summitting Helvellyn over winter to provide important weather updates for walkers.
Posted: 16 October 2024
Twenty historic barns across the Lake District are being saved thanks to more than £2.6 million from DEFRA and more than £55k from applicants.This year, more than £3.2 million is being invested in unique and cherished farm buildings.
Posted: 03 October 2024
Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL), which provides funding for Lake District farmers and landowners to deliver projects for climate, nature, people and place, is celebrating a successful third year and an extension of funding for a fourth year.
Posted: 18 September 2024
The search is on for two new members of the Lake District National Park’s Fell Top Assessor team.Between December and April the team take it in turns to ascend one of England’s highest peaks, Helvellyn, to take weather readings and assess winter walking and climbing conditions.
Posted: 05 August 2024
As the weather warms and visitors enjoy their summer holidays among the lakes and fells, the Lake District National Park Authority’s Lake rangers are sharing their top tips for a safe dip.
Posted: 24 July 2024
