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The Office Team

Friends of the Lake District Staff Read more

Executive

Friends of the Lake District President, Chairman, Chief Executive and Trustees Read more

Patrons

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Development Trust

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Westmorland Dales Scheme Staff

The Westmorland Dales Scheme team working at our Tebay Office Read more

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Climate Change

Our former policy officer Jack Ellerby has been researching how climate change is affecting Cumbria now, and may affect it in future. Here are a few facts from his work so far:

Weekly Policy and Planning Udpate

8th April 2020 - Weekly policy and planning update

Our Landscape and Language; Lost and Found photographic exhibition sadly had to close early so we thought we'd share some of the wonderful before and after images with you via our website. We'll be adding more each week.

My Big White Thighs and Me

A story about womanhood, miscarriage, healing, loving your own skin & freezing your bum off in cold water. Maybe life is indeed better when you wear a swimsuit.

Join Today

Play your part in protecting this beautiful place by becoming a member today. Select your membership type and help us to look after our spectacular landscape.

Volunteering

Learn new skills and join our army of volunteers helping us to make a practical difference to the Lake District all year round.

Aerial Flight at Honister Slate Mine

We received the disappointing news yesterday (24th July) that the Secretary of State will not ‘call in’ the proposed zip-wires at Honister and so the Authority’s approval stands. The Secretary of State is no longer required to give reasons for his decision.