The only membership organisation dedicated to protecting and enhancing Lake District and Cumbrian landscapes
Electricity North West – the power network operator for the North West region – has removed overhead power lines and electricity poles at Braithwaite, near Keswick, at a cost of £43,000Read more
News, campaign updates, events and planning newsRead more
If you’ve always wanted to run this prestigious race and you’re passionate about the Cumbrian landscape then get in touch and let us know why you’d be a fantastic fundraiser.Read more
We're holding a lecture in Ambleside this Friday 13th Oct, giving insight into the work of two local artists, photographer Rob Fraser and writer Harriet Fraser.Read more
We're calling for volunteers of all ages and abilities to join our Eskdale Fell Care Day to help protect and enhance this beautiful part of the National Park.Read more
A range of inspiring events were held across Cumbria encouraging people to think about how our stunning landscapes can be experienced through taste, emotion, touch, sound and sight.Read more
The launch of our Landscape Charter: “Why Landscape Matters” setting out steps we will take to ensure a living, working, wildlife-friendly, culturally rich, resilient and sustainable landscape.Read more
Run the 2018 London Marathon for Friends of the Lake DistrictRead more
A bare bird pecked stump marks the remnants of the Dowly Tree which once stood solitary and stoic on our property amongst the limestone outcrops of Little Asby Common.Read more
From Saturday 2nd to Saturday 9th September 2017 Friends of the Lake District is inviting you to come into our great Cumbrian landscapes. A packed programme of events offer the opportunity to get involved and experience the landscape.Read more