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Love Windermere

There are many projects happening in and around England's largest lake - find out more here!

Windermere byelaws exemption process

How to apply for short-term event registration byelaw exemption on Windermere.

Get in touch

Contact the communications team for press, media and filming enquires for the Lake District National Park.

Low-carbon Lake District

How climate change could affect the Lake District and how we're working to mitigate it.

Lake District marks first year as World Heritage Site

One year on from the momentous day in Krakow when the English Lake District became a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the organisations behind the successful bid are celebrating the achievements to date and looking to the opportunities that lie ahead.

West Windermere Way

We're creating a multi-user off-road trail for people to walk and cycle from Newby Bridge at the southern tip of Windermere up to the ferry. This will join the northern path to create an accessible route the whole length of the lake.

Everything you need to know about camping pods in the Lake District

So, you’re heading to the Lake District and want to experience the great outdoors in all its glory, but maybe you’ve never been camping before, don’t own a tent, or simply don’t want the hassle.

What is a World Heritage Site?

Explaining how these are areas recognised internationally as being of universal value. Also includes more details about UNESCO and the Cultural Landscape category.

Five tricks and treats to be Lake District Kind

Doing your bit to help tackle climate change doesn’t need to be frightening. We share five simple tricks that everyone living in or visiting the Lake District can do this autumn to cut their carbon footprint, and there’s even seasonal treats to be had.

7 routes for 70, celebrating 70 years of the National Park

As part of our celebration for 70 years of The Lake District National Park we’re showcasing our fantastic Miles without Stiles routes, and how the Lake District can be enjoyed by all. Our Lead Strategy Advisor, Emma Moody, tells us why Miles without Stiles are so important.

Swimming in the Lake District

Top tips for an enjoyable swim in the Lake District.

New funding package for Lake District farmers

Farmers in the Lake District National Park will be able to benefit from a new national grants programme from 1 July, with more than £1 million available locally this year.

Festival goers take a virtual flight through the Lake District

Lake District festival goers are being given the chance to soar like a bird, scale a mountain and ripple across the top of a lake – within just three minutes, by experiencing Bird HIVE – a 360 degree virtual flight tour of the iconic Lake District at Kendal Calling and Lakes Alive.

Partnership approach a Lake District success story

The actions taken by many organisations working collaboratively to look after, protect and enhance the Lake District are being celebrated in the Lake District National Park Partnership’s annual progress report.