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- Our Story
  We have a long history of campaigning for Cumbria’s landscapes. Here’s a snapshot of the difference we have made.
- Mission & values
  Our mission guides the work we do and our values underpin how we do it.
- Case Studies
  Read some examples of our past achievements including campaigns and practical work on the ground.
- Resources
  A selection of our reports and guides including our Technical Advice Note for good lighting and Who Pays for the Lake District.
- Our Team
  Our staff team and trustees work hard to deliver whether that’s campaigning for change, contributing to government policy or working on the ground.
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  Join practical days out in the landscape and help care for Cumbria’s special places.
- Events
  Come along to walks, talks and volunteer days — learn more and meet like-minded people.
- Campaign with us
  Take action on the issues that matter, with simple ways to support current campaigns.
- Partner with us
  Support our work by becoming a corporate partner with opportunities for volunteer events and corporate giving.
- Youth voice
  We have an exciting opportunity for people between the ages of 18 and 25 to be part of our Youth Voice at Friends of the Lake District.
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About us
- About us
- Our Story
  We have a long history of campaigning for Cumbria’s landscapes. Here’s a snapshot of the difference we have made.
- Mission & values
  Our mission guides the work we do and our values underpin how we do it.
- Case Studies
  Read some examples of our past achievements including campaigns and practical work on the ground.
- Resources
  A selection of our reports and guides including our Technical Advice Note for good lighting and Who Pays for the Lake District.
- Our Team
  Our staff team and trustees work hard to deliver whether that’s campaigning for change, contributing to government policy or working on the ground.
- Work for us
  Want to join our team and help protect the landscapes we all love? Here are our latest vacancies.
Our work
News
Get involved
- Get involved
- Donate
  Donate to a specific appeal or make a general gift to support our work on the ground.
- Join Us (membership)
  Become a member and stand with us — your support powers long-term protection.
- Volunteer
  Join practical days out in the landscape and help care for Cumbria’s special places.
- Events
  Come along to walks, talks and volunteer days — learn more and meet like-minded people.
- Campaign with us
  Take action on the issues that matter, with simple ways to support current campaigns.
- Partner with us
  Support our work by becoming a corporate partner with opportunities for volunteer events and corporate giving.
- Youth voice
  We have an exciting opportunity for people between the ages of 18 and 25 to be part of our Youth Voice at Friends of the Lake District.
Land we look after
Contact
Shop

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Two lads hammering in stakes for planting

Events

From walks and talks to volunteer days

Find what’s coming up, book your place, and discover simple ways to take action for nature and people.

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People in a field at Mazonwath plug planting

Tuesday 13th October, 2026

Wildflower planting at Mazonwath

Plug planting in our wildflower meadow

Wednesday 14th October, 2026

Mazonwath workparty

Dry stone walling

Sunday 18th October, 2026

Forage & Feast Afternoon 18 October

Learn about all the edible species in hedgerows and taste some hedgerow produce!

Tuesday 3rd November, 2026

High Borrowdale workparty

General tasks

Volunteers on a sunny day Dam Mire workparty

Monday 9th November, 2026

Dam Mire Wood workparty

Woodland and path work

Thursday 12th November, 2026

Sedbergh & Howgills Fell Care Day

We are working in partnership with local organisations to host our next annual Fell Care Day in the Howgills, based out of Sedbergh.

A night time view of the sky with the moon

Thursday 19th November, 2026

Family night walk & stargaze

Join us for a short, guided nighttime family walk up to a viewpoint where you'll be able to stargaze with the Eddington Astronomical Society.

Thursday 19th November, 2026

Dark skies lighting guided walk & stargaze

Join us for a short 1 - 2km guided walk to see the Kendal Fellside dark sky friendly lighting project, culminating in a chance to stargaze with the Eddington Astronomical Society.

A lovely view over Windermere with the sun coming up

Friday 27th November, 2026

Kirby Lecture 2026: What will a Mayor mean for Cumbria?

Our 2026 Kirby Lecture will look at what a Cumbrian Mayor might mean for the county and the National Park.

If you love the Lake District, help us protect it

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