News - Friends of the Lake District

About us
- Our Story
  We have a long history of campaigning for Cumbria’s landscapes. Here’s a snapshot of the difference we have made.
- Mission & values
  Our mission guides the work we do and our values underpin how we do it.
- Case Studies
  Read some examples of our past achievements including campaigns and practical work on the ground.
- Resources
  A selection of our reports and guides including our Technical Advice Note for good lighting and Who Pays for the Lake District.
- Our Team
  Our staff team and trustees work hard to deliver whether that’s campaigning for change, contributing to government policy or working on the ground.
- Work for us
  Want to join our team and help protect the landscapes we all love? Here are our latest vacancies.
Our work
News
Get involved
- Donate
  Donate to a specific appeal or make a general gift to support our work on the ground.
- Join Us (membership)
  Become a member and stand with us — your support powers long-term protection.
- Volunteer
  Join practical days out in the landscape and help care for Cumbria’s special places.
- Events
  Come along to walks, talks and volunteer days — learn more and meet like-minded people.
- Campaign with us
  Take action on the issues that matter, with simple ways to support current campaigns.
- Partner with us
  Support our work by becoming a corporate partner with opportunities for volunteer events and corporate giving.
- Youth voice
  We have an exciting opportunity for people between the ages of 18 and 25 to be part of our Youth Voice at Friends of the Lake District.
Land we look after
Contact
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About us
- About us
- Our Story
  We have a long history of campaigning for Cumbria’s landscapes. Here’s a snapshot of the difference we have made.
- Mission & values
  Our mission guides the work we do and our values underpin how we do it.
- Case Studies
  Read some examples of our past achievements including campaigns and practical work on the ground.
- Resources
  A selection of our reports and guides including our Technical Advice Note for good lighting and Who Pays for the Lake District.
- Our Team
  Our staff team and trustees work hard to deliver whether that’s campaigning for change, contributing to government policy or working on the ground.
- Work for us
  Want to join our team and help protect the landscapes we all love? Here are our latest vacancies.
Our work
News
Get involved
- Get involved
- Donate
  Donate to a specific appeal or make a general gift to support our work on the ground.
- Join Us (membership)
  Become a member and stand with us — your support powers long-term protection.
- Volunteer
  Join practical days out in the landscape and help care for Cumbria’s special places.
- Events
  Come along to walks, talks and volunteer days — learn more and meet like-minded people.
- Campaign with us
  Take action on the issues that matter, with simple ways to support current campaigns.
- Partner with us
  Support our work by becoming a corporate partner with opportunities for volunteer events and corporate giving.
- Youth voice
  We have an exciting opportunity for people between the ages of 18 and 25 to be part of our Youth Voice at Friends of the Lake District.
Land we look after
Contact
Shop

info@fld.org.uk +441539 720788

The view up Hardknott from Hows Wood platform. A lovely landscape.

News & Stories

Discover latest updates, stories and statements

From campaign updates and project news to longer reads from the people and places that make Cumbria special.

pop up site near Bowness

“The right campsite in the right place.”

Why many local residents and Friends of the Lake District support plans for a rule change for pop-up...

Herdwick tups on show

Best Herdwicks on show and Trico results

This week, Jan and her son visit a sheep-meet and then it's over to High Borrowdale to tackle...

A house with a for sale sign

Who gets to call the Lake District Home?

We asked people living in and connected to the Lake District National Park to share their experiences and...

Lovely sunrise landscape over a Lake District town

Kirby lecture details and panel announced

Our 2026 Kirby Lecture explores what a Cumbrian mayor could mean for the county's future

Two lads hammering in stakes for planting

Call for volunteers to plant hedgerows this winter

We're appealing for volunteers to help plant and restore six kilometres of native hedgerow over the coming months.

A photo of a pop up campsite

Pop up campsite consultation launched

An Article 4 Direction would require camp site operators to submit a planning application where all issues (positive...

A healthy hedge

Hedgerow webinar: to cut or not to cut?

Watch this brilliant webinar about when (and if) to cut hedgerows this autumn.

Group of 4 volunteers building a dry stone wall

Local community invited to large scale conservation day in Sedbergh and the Howgills

Volunteers are wanted to take part in Friends of the Lake District’s latest big volunteering event – Sedbergh...

Dam Mire Wood new bridge over kilnhow beck

Friends of the Lake District project and staff shortlisted for national conservation awards

We've been shortlisted for three CPRE Centenary awards.

People dry stone walling

New recruits and celebrations

This week, Jan and our volunteers return to Mazonwath to plant and take care of some dry stone...

Blea Tarn in July by Jonny Gios

Photo Competition winners capture the magic of the Lake District in Calendars and Cards

We are delighted to launch our new range of Christmas cards and 2027 calendars, featuring stunning images by...

Local plans blog - a view over Keswick

Local plans: help shape future development in Cumbria

Our planning officer explains what local plans are and how you can have your say

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