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Virtual Dark Skies Festival to Light Up Your Screens

The Cumbria Dark Skies Festival promises to light up our February evenings with a spectacular array of online events celebrating the wonders of the night sky.
Picturing the Westmorland Dales

A film showcasing the work of six local primary schools using 'land art' creations to celebrate local landmarks and nature in a celebrating of the Westmorland Dales.
A Postcard from the Lakes 8th January 2021

In this edition: Stories of kindness and inspiration, Cumbria Dark Skies Festival 2021 and film of some amazing artwork created by children in the Westmorland Dales
Walkers in the Lake District urged to stick to paths

Walkers in the Lake District urged to stick to paths, reducing damage to landscapes and wildlife, as social distancing increases erosion

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Learn new skills and join our army of volunteers helping us to make a practical difference to the Lake District all year round.
Aerial Flight at Honister Slate Mine

We received the disappointing news that the Secretary of State will not ‘call in’ the proposed zip-wires at Honister and so the Authority’s approval stands. The Secretary of State is no longer required to give reasons for his decision.
Thirlmere Activity Hub
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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Chief Executive - Douglas Chalmers

Douglas Chalmers joined us in April 2015. He grew up on his family’s farm on the North East coast of Aberdeenshire, and studied agriculture at the University of Aberdeen.
Our Purpose

Protecting the landscapes of Cumbria for future generations
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Love the Lake District? Become a member of Friends of the Lake District and join thousands of like minded people in caring for this unique landscape.
2017 Photography Competition

We're looking for images from around Cumbria to use on our 2017 Friends of the Lake District Christmas Card collection and 2018 Calendar. Closing Date 16th June 2017