Education group with Generation Green team at Brockhole

For teachers

Learning messages

We want everyone who learns in the Lake District to go home with some simple messages such as 'The Lake District is a National Park' and 'Everyone is welcome'.

We've produced a simple leaflet for teachers and outdoor educators. Check out core messages, simple learning messages and how we work in Learning messages (PDF).

Educational  Visits

Brockhole on Windermere, on the shores of Windermere lake has an ideal mix of activities on site for school and youth group visits:

  • a range of learning sessions
  • exhibition about the Lake District National Park
  • stunning gardens and grounds providing the ideal outdoor learning environment
  • adventure playground, great for letting off steam at lunch time or after a long journey
  • opportunities for boat trips, watersports sessions, orienteering and high rope course challenges

See Brockhole's full offer for educational visits.

Green Careers and Skills Day 2024

Workshops

In partnership with United Utilities, a free half day workshop for schools is available to help pupils understand more about how important water is for the Lake District.

Lake District history education resources

The Lake District National Park is rich in cultural heritage and history. We have created resources for many different age groups of students, including case studies and activities. There are three time periods:

Our in-depth case studies look at specific sites across the Lake District, from prehistoric art and lime kilns to a tannery and Victorian viewing stations.

Our planning section has details on;

Search the Historic Environment Record

Search the Lake District Historic Environment Record on the Archaeology Data Service (ADS) website.

Search the Lake District Historic Environment Record on the Heritage Gateway website - English Heritage

Photos

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Learn more about the UK's 15 National Parks

National Parks UK

For facts and figures about other National Parks, check out National Parks - Learning about