The only membership organisation dedicated to protecting and enhancing Lake District and Cumbrian landscapes
We've commissioned a short film to celebrate our 85th year (1934 – 2019) which will be screening at the Rheged Centre, Penrith later this month. Read more
Top tips for stargazing this autumn to help you make the most of our dark skies. Read more
Autumn - a beautiful time of year to be out under the stars. Let astronomer Richard Darn lead you on a stargazing tour starting with the Milky Way. Read more
We were delighted that our Dark Skies project officer and star stargazer Johanna Korndorfer was interviewed on BBC Radio 5 Live recently. Read more
Friends of the Lake District is now in receipt of a draft timetable of the Local Plan hearings preliminary scheduled to take place over two weeks commencing 25 November. Read more
Happy #Socktober19! This month, when you buy any pair of Smartwool socks, £1 will be donated to Friends of the Lake District Read more
The Lake District National Park Authority has decided not to pursue introducing a Traffic Regulation Order on fell lanes at Tilberthwaite and High Oxen Fell. Read more
One of the Lake District’s most popular walking routes has reopened thanks to a donation by a Friends member and the work of the Lake District National Park. Read more
To make the most of this fantastic time of year, we have put together some fun tips for making the most of Dark Skies, from great spots to view the skies to games and activities to involve the whole family. Read more
We’re looking for a fundraiser to join our fundraising team as part time maternity cover, for 9 months initially with the potential for extension. Read more