Cumbria's dark skies allow us to see the natural wonder of the stars, but are also critical for the health wildlife and our own natural well-being. Sadly light pollution in Cumbria is increasing each year, threatening to obscure our view of the stars and blinding and confusing animals so they can’t feed or find a mate. We need urgent action now to stop light pollution. Stargazers, photographers, wildlife lovers and local communities… please help.
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‘Craftivist’ Danielle helped inspire an outdoor art trail to raise awareness about light pollution during Chorlton Arts Festival in September. She produced a beautifully illustrated and fact-packed light pollution awareness handbook ‘Blinded by the Light’ Read more
Examples of 'good practice' Read more
Board Policy on the Application of Lighting Principles Adopted January 28, 2021 Read more
In February, we assembled a diverse, knowledgeable and passionate field of lighting experts to shed light on the burning issues you need advice on at a zoom event. Recording now available to watch here. Read more
Want to protect the night from light pollution? Step-by-step guide Read more
Watch our outdoor lighting slideshow. Read more