The only membership organisation dedicated to protecting and enhancing Lake District and Cumbrian landscapes
The Westmorland Dales Landscape Partnership Scheme aims to unlock and reveal the hidden heritage of the Westmorland Dales, enabling more people to connect with, enjoy and benefit from this inspirational landscape. Thanks to National Lottery players it has been supported by a grant from the Heritage Fund.
A small grants scheme for voluntary and community groups, landowners, farmers, schools and local councils to reveal, conserve, enhance, celebrate and raise awareness of the unique landscape of the Westmorland Dales. Read more
Nine work-based apprenticeships in environmental management and cultural heritage conservation plus certificated vocational training. To provide opportunities for young people to conserve special features of their local area and deliver substantial heritage and conservation gains during project lifetime. Read more
Improvement of the condition and infrastructure of the rights of way network in the Westmorland Dales, and to promote the opportunities for quiet recreation as a means of exploring the area. This includes 2 main projects; a) Linking the Pennine Bridleway with the Eden Valley Loops and b) Extending the Yorkshire Dales Cycleway. Read more
Work with local tourism businesses in the Westmorland Dales area to help them to promote and encourage enjoyment and understanding of the Westmorland Dales’ unique character and hidden heritage. Read more
A coordinated approach to interpreting the Westmorland Dales and its heritage, using a variety of media to engage local people and visitors in understanding and appreciating what makes the area special. Read more
Programme of projects and complementary community engagement activities that will add value to and underpin the entire scheme. This includes 3 main projects; a) Volunteering, b) Artisitic Engagement and c) Learning in Landscapes. Read more