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New Lake District Farming team delivers funding boost

It’s all change in the Lake District National Park Authority’s Farming team as there’s promotion for Jasmine Holliday to Farming Officer and the introduction of local farmer, Eliza Hodgson, as a new Assistant Farming Officer.

Apprentices join National Park team for dream job in the Lake District

The Lake District National Park Authority has recently recruited four new apprentices to join its ranger teams to help keep the Lake District special.

Famous writers

Writers inspired by the Lake District: Beatrix Potter, Alfred Wainwright, William Wordsworth, John Ruskin, and John Cunliffe

Rangers

Contact details for our Rangers, including link to Ranger Area Map.

New senior appointments for Lake District National Park Authority

At last week’s Lake District National Park Authority Annual General Meeting (AGM), members elected Tiffany Hunt as the new Chair. Michael Carter was also elected as Deputy Chair.

Plan your winter visit to the Lake District

Top tips on planning your visit to the Lake District National Park, England's largest.

What does the Lake District mean to you?

The Lake District. It means many different things to each of us. For some it is the stunning mountains and fells which are a beauty to behold.

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!

Enjoy a new view in the Lake District in 2020

As a new decade dawns, the Lake District National Park Authority is encouraging people to get out in the Park and take in a new view to improve health, fitness and wellbeing.

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.

£5,000 donation makes it even easier to get on your way in Ullswater

The Lake District National Park is thrilled to receive a generous donation of almost £5,000 for essential path restoration work on the popular Ullswater Way.

Foodie highlights from the Lake District

The Lake District National Park is famous for high fells, deep glacial lakes and thriving rural communities. But did you know the National Park is also growing in reputation as a foodie destination?

Webcams, videos and photos

Check out this gallery of beautiful images of the Lake District.

New Fell Top Assessors join Lake District National Park ahead of winter season launch

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.

New Visitor Information Centre opens in Hawkshead

A new Lake District National Park Authority Visitor Information Centre has opened today in Hawkshead following an investment of over £200,000.

10 brilliant things you can do in the Lake District during National Parks Week

National Parks Week 2015 is a celebration of everything that is special and unique about Britain’s breathing spaces. This year, it takes place from Monday 27 July to Sunday 2 August.

Make a donation

Donate towards the National Park, and help us in our work for as little as £10.We maintain more than 3,100km of paths and bridleways. Millions of visitors, combined with our Cumbrian climate, means we are constantly carrying out improvements and maintenance. By making a donation today, you can help us look after this spectacular place now and in the future. 

Popular Ullswater route has been improved thanks to generous £7K donation

Much needed path repairs along the Ullswater Way at Watermillock Church have recently been completed thanks to a generous £7,000 donation from the organisers of the Montane Lakeland 100 event.

Lake District communities are banking on you to stay at home this holiday weekend

Cumbria has one of the highest coronavirus infection rates in the UK and ignoring the government’s stay at home guidance this bank holiday weekend will cost lives. This stark warning comes from the Lake District National Park Authority, Cumbria Police and Cumbria County Council as they report an increase in the number of people travelling to and around the National Park.

Free online funding workshops for Lake District farmers

A number of free online agri-environment information sessions are being held over the next few weeks for Lake District farmers and land managers to find out more about changes to funding.

Explore Ullswater & Glenridding

Explore Ullswater - the second largest lake in England surrounded by stunning mountain scenery. Information on things to do around Ullswater, where to stay and walks. Glenridding is a popular starting point for walkers and climbers going up Helvellyn, England's third highest mountain.