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Plea for Cumbrian Litter Pick Volunteers

Litter is a massive problem wherever you look, not just locally, but nationally and internationally too. It’s why we want even more people to take part.

Heritage of the Fells - Ponies past, present and for the future

We're pleased to be supporting 'Heritage of the Fells - Ponies past, present and for the future’' with the award of a 'Discover Cumbria' grant.

Despite the Lake District's recent designation as a World Heritage Site, the area is under increasing pressure from inappropriate development that threatens to destroy the peace, tranquility and wildness that makes it such a special place. More than ever, the Lake District needs all the protection it can get.

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Thirlmere Activity Hub

Volunteering

Be one of our 500 volunteers making a practical difference to the Lake District all year round.

Thirlmere Activity Hub

We consider this to be a wholly inappropriate development in this location. We urge you to take immediate action, write to the Planning Authority and share your concerns about this threat to Thirlmere

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Morecambe Bay Walk 2018

Morecambe Bay Walk 2018 Join us on this unique 8 mile sponsored walk across the tidal sands and mudflats of Morecambe Bay to raise money to protect the stunning Lake District landscape.

Our Impact

1934: Friends of the Lake District is set up to campaign for the creation of national parks

1930s onwards: Working hard for our native woodlands

1949: Overhead power lines in national parks are placed underground

1980s: Raising the water level at Wasdale and Ennerdale

2011 onwards: Educating and involving people in caring for our landscapes

2014: Over £1 Million invested in the environment in Cumbria

2016: The Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks are extended