Conserving Lakeland Edition 81

Edition 81 - Summer / Autumn 2019

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Lake District Green Lanes Alliance

An alliance for everyone who wants to protect our historic green lanes and their use for farming access and quiet, non-motorised recreation. We are campaigning for Traffic Regulation Orders to put an end to the use of fell tracks by recreational 4x4s and motorbikes.
Cumbria Dark Skies Festival welcome

Mark your calendar for some Dark Skies fun! We’re delighted to bring you the first ever Cumbria Dark Skies Festival which takes place on Friday 21 – Sunday 23 February 2020.
Save Our Lake District

We have today announced the launch of a campaign to ‘Save Our Lake District’ (SOLD). In a statement issued today we explain why.
Save Our Lake District (SOLD)

The Lake District is increasingly threatened by commercial developments which will damage its unique, protected and much-loved landscapes. Your National Park is under siege and appears open to be exploited for commercial gain whilst the statutory protection for its fragile beauty is being ignored. This must stop.

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Join Today

Play your part in protecting this beautiful place by becoming a member today. Select your membership type and help us to look after our spectacular landscape.
Volunteering

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 yesterday (24th July) 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.
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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
Why become a member?

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.