Don’t Stop... (With our apologies...it's more Fleetwith Pike than Fleetwood Mac) Read more
By Douglas Chalmers Read more
A zipwire in Cumbria may well bring economic benefits, but not if it is in the wrong place and damages the unique landscapes that sustain Cumbria Read more
When the LEP and Cumbria Tourism say that our businesses need greater visitor numbers, it is hard to argue, and yet visitor numbers are increasing already. Do we know why? Read more
Our Chief Executive Douglas Chalmers has penned an ode to Thirlmere Read more
Environmental corners would be cut – literally and metaphorically - and forty years of biodiversity gains would be put at risk. Read more
As someone living just outside Appleby-in-Westmorland, we escaped relatively lightly in this weekend’s flood, but simply watching it unfold across our County, and now looking at the terrible aftermath remains an almost surreal experience. Read more
I’ve just sat through a meeting where I’ve heard that some politicians no longer recognise the term “landscape”, preferring to use “ecosystem”. I’m puzzled, disappointed and surprised. Why would we stop using a word that can easily be understood by all in favour of one that needs explanation to many? Read more
With the news that the electrification of two major northern rail routes has been “un-paused”, are there signs that election promises are being delivered? Read more
Cumbria's leaders have just published Cumbria Deal - A High Level Proposition. It's a document aimed at boosting economic growth and public sector delivery within the County. Read more
Why does someone want to join the only membership organisation helping to protect and enhance Cumbria's amazing landscapes? Read more