What and who is our National Park for? 27 years from now, will our children be proud of the Lake District landscape we have shaped? Read more
Welcome to the Friends of the Lake District Annual Review, a snapshot of everything we have been up to between January 2023 and March 2024 Read more
We are carrying out ground-breaking research to understand the value of Hows Wood, in the heart of Eskdale and would like to hear your views on what is special and important to you about the wood. Take the survey> Read more
We are seeking a Judicial Review over the Lake District National Park Authority’s decision to grant planning permission for a major new adventure attraction at Elterwater Quarry. Read more
We work to sustain the rich, diverse, living pattern of landscape, wildlife and culture that makes Cumbria and the Lake District unique
We are an independent charity and the only membership organisation dedicated to protecting and enhancing Cumbria's landscapes for future generations
A NEW planning application has been submitted for the major resort development proposed at Roanhead. It will still have a huge impact on this sensitive coastline, even with a reduced number of lodges. Please join us again to challenge the proposal. Previous responses won't count and new responses need to reflect latest plans.
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Autumn has arrived and so Jan and our volunteers head to Greenbank Wood in Ambleside, where they discover a few hidden treasures in the undergrowth. Read more
This month our CEO jumps aboard a community run bus in Ullswater. We also news of many forthcoming events, such as a hedgerow planting volunteer day, mammal and track training, and our annual Kirby Lecture. Read more
We've launched a new set of ‘virtual tours’ allowing you to explore our land wherever you are in the world Read more
Research, which Friends of the Lake District part-funded, into public appetite for change to the way they travel in the Lake District has been published. Read more
Join us on this moderate 4-mile walk from Knott Lane to Great Asby Scar National Nature Reserve. Read more
Join Project Officer Jack Ellerby for a talk about the value of Dark Skies and the impacts of light pollution on wildlife, environment and people, good and bad lighting, and find out how we can all help tackle light pollution. Read more
Tranquillity is one of many components that create the overall character of a landscape. It's something that many visitors come to the Lake District and Cumbria to enjoy but it is often misunderstood or not fully understood even by those tasked with protecting it. Read more
The Westmorland Dales Landscape Partnership Scheme aims to unlock and reveal the hidden heritage of the Westmorland Dales, enabling more people to connect with, enjoy and benefit from this inspirational landscape. Read more
Find out more about our project to get the Lake District recognised Dark Sky status - and how you can take part. Photo: Ben Bush Read more
A proposal to Extend the Boundary of the Lake District National Park between Grange-over-Sands and the Irish Sea Coast at Silecroft to Provide Statutory Protection to a High Quality Landscape Read more