Lake District National Park Authority
Relief on hand for challenge walkers as new loos arrive
A remote Lake District village is gearing up for its annual invasion of thousands of footsore walkers bursting to tackle England’s highest peak.
Railway route will allow walkers a Lakeland stroll
Walkers and cyclists will be able to get on track with a new circular walk in the Lake District. The 10km (6-mile) route follows part of the course...
Police promise action on national park off-roaders
Police will get tough on off-roaders spoiling the remote fells and moorland in the Back o’Skiddaw area in the north of the Lake District.
Lakes authority opposes new Cumbrian nuclear plants
An authority says building three new nuclear power stations close to England’s biggest national park could have a serious impact on tourism and the natural environment.
Arctic conditions greet Lakes new man at the top
The man appointed to the Lake District’s top job has been thrown in at the deep end, with snowdrifts of up to a metre greeting him as he started his new job.
No Christmas felltop report as Craig steps down
Walkers and climbers heading for a festive foray on to the Lakeland fells will have to do without a vital service for the first time in 34 years.
Lakeland walkers warned as district takes stock
Lake District walkers are being advised to choose their routes with care as the area recovers from the recent devastating floods.
Lakes Weatherline to get new number
Hillwalkers and climbers in the Lake District will need to key a new number into their mobiles from the beginning of next month.
Mosaic champions get the Lakeland 'buzz'
Would-be ‘champions’ from across the North-West gathered in the Lake District in a bid to encourage more visits to the area from ethnic minorities.
Supporters sign up to Lakeland zip-wire petition
Supporters of plans to install a controversial zip wire on a Lake District fell have signed up to an online petition.
Lakes volunteers muck in for photo competition
The photographic work of two Lake District volunteers has been shortlisted in a national contest. The Muck in 4 Life competition was set up to cele...
Council rejects Lake District national park extension
Cumbria councillors have rejected proposals for enlarging England’s biggest national park. They say it would lead to higher house prices and tigh...
Thin ice warning for Lakeland walkers
A national park authority has warned walkers not to venture on to frozen lakes and tarns, as a slow thaw has made many of them dangerous to walk on.
Flood-damaged paths mapped by Lakes authority
Walkers in the Lake District are being urged to check on the state of footpaths as Cumbria recovers from the devastating floods that left £1.6m of damage and left many bridges and rights of way either destroyed or damaged.
Wanted: winter mountaineer for top job
A top job is on offer for anyone who wants to go up in the world. If you fancy being paid to do a spot of hillwalking each day, now’s your chance...
Further warnings to Lakeland walkers are more rain due
Lake District national park chiefs are urging walkers to avoid the area’s fells and low-level routes until flood water has subsided.
New trail planned for western Lakeland
Walkers and cyclists are being asked for their view on a proposed new trail in the Lake District. The 16km (10-mile) route would follow the old tra...
Lake District knicker shopping is pants
Shopping for knickers in the Lake District is pants, according to a study being commissioned by the national park authority.
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3 Off-duty rescuer uses emergency shelter to help injured Helvellyn walker
4 That's a wrap: team rescues wild camping film students in difficulties on fell
5 Work on 'dreaded' stretch of Coast to Coast Walk paves way for National Trail opening
6 Rescuers offer guidance after callouts to Lakeland wild campers
7 On test: Danner Mountain 600 EVO boots reviewed
8 Work to begin on demolition of Culra Bothy ahead of rebuilding in 2026
9 Building work begins on first of two 'seasonal' rescue helicopter bases
2 New West Yorkshire national nature reserve will include Brontë moorland (4)
3 Rescuers offer guidance after callouts to Lakeland wild campers (4)
4 Heading for the winter hills: should you pack your crampons or micro-spikes? (3)
5 Rebuild of Culra Bothy will be charity's most expensive project to date (3)
6 Man dies in 70m fall from Sharp Edge on Blencathra (2)
7 Last-minute festive stocking fillers? Here are a few ideas (2)
8 Work on 'dreaded' stretch of Coast to Coast Walk paves way for National Trail opening (2)
9 The Angry Corrie founder Dave Hewitt dies, aged 64 (2)
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