The Lake District’s quest for World Heritage status was launched this week when 25 of the area’s leading organisations formally endorsed the Lake District’s Nomination.
Hundreds of Lake District visitors have shared their winter walking tips and hiking hacks in a series of short films launched by the Lake District National Park Authority this week.
Farming is at the heart of our communities, economy and has shaped our landscape over centuries, as it now evolves to deliver livestock and a healthy environment.
Bowness Bay photo resource for teaching Key Stage 2. Includes discussion questions such as "Are there competing uses for the lake?"
Our FiPL Monitoring Officer Andrea took a Winter Skills Course up Helvellyn with our Fell Top Assessors, learning about winter walking and safety.
Paddleboarding in the Lake District is a serene and fulfilling experience that offers breath taking vistas and a unique way to explore nature. This guide is brimming with top tips to ensure your paddleboarding excursion in the Lake District is as safe as it is enjoyable.
As the school holidays begin, the Lake District National Park Authority is gearing up to offer a warm welcome to visitors and provide support for communities in what looks set to be the busiest summer on record.
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.
A number of low carbon projects are running throughout the Lake District to help tackle the climate emergency and promote best practice in the National Park.
The best historic houses, gardens and grounds to visit across the Lake District. From arts and crafts to castles and tudor mansions, all these houses are open to the public.
You’d have to have your head buried some way in the ground for the past few months if you’ve managed to miss the fact that the Lake District National Park has recently become a World Heritage site, joining the likes of the Taj Mahal and the Great Barrier Reef.
With record numbers of visitors set to head to the Lake District this year, a team of seasoned walkers who guide groups across the landscape are dusting off their walking boots ready for the first guided walk of the year this weekend.
The Lake District National Park Authority and partners are gearing up for the Easter holidays and, through partnership working, are ‘hopping’ that visitors, communities and businesses are supported to help people get the most out of their time in the Lake District.
Great opportunities to get involved in the fascinating archaeology of the Lake District, from the occasional survey to more regular sessions.
Lake District National Park is offering people the chance to give a truly personal and memorable gift this Christmas. What’s even better, all proceeds from these gifts go straight back into the Lake District National Park to protect this beautiful landscape for seasons to come.
What, where, who and how UK National Parks came into existence.
Home to flourishing wildlife, thriving communities and spectacular landscapes, loved by millions and cared for by many, the Lake District was designated a National Park on 9 May 1951, 70 years ago! The Lake District National Park Authority was created to help look after this unique corner of England, encouraging people to enjoy and understand its beauty and helping those who live and work here. To mark 70 years of caring for the National Park, we have shared some of our top 10 achievements over the years.
