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Discover the various people involved in protecting and championing the Lake District National Park.

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Meet our teams

Get to know our National Park Authority teams, from rangers and planners to finance and communications.

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Committee members

Our members represent the public interest, and are appointed by various public bodies. Their business is conducted through meetings of the Authority and its Committees.

Our members

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Volunteers

Volunteers are an integral and valued part of the Lake District National Park team. Hundreds of people give their time and enthusiasm to look after the much loved landscape, and to inspire others to enjoy and care for this special place.

Volunteering

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Lake District National Park Partnership

There are currently 24 Partners in the Lake District National Park Partnership, including local and national organisations from the public, private, community and voluntary sectors. The Partnership works together in the best interest of the Lake District National Park and English Lake District World Heritage Site, its environment, communities, economy and visitors.

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Contact us

Find the different ways you can get in touch with the Lake District National Park Authority, including by post, phone and email. Our helpful team answer thousands of queries every year, so you may find the answer in our frequently asked questions.

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