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  • Cat Bells - Ullock Moss Car Park Proposals

    Cat Bells - Ullock Moss Car Park Proposals

    Join us in letting the Lake District National Park Authority know that we will support them in standing by their local planning policies and their vision for sustainable travel in, to and from the National Park Read more

  • Transport Pressures

    Transport Pressures

    Unsurprisingly, the Lake District is Britain’s most visited National Park. Visitor growth over the past few years has been significant, rising from 14.8 million visitors in 2012 to around 20 million in 2018. Read more

  • Cat Bells - Ullock Moss Car Park Proposals
  • Transport Pressures
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Campaigning

Our commitment to Cumbria Friends of the Lake District stands firm in our commitment to our mission and to the millions who care about all of Cumbria’s countryside. This is our motivation and the reason that we run campaigns to achieve these aims.

Our aim is to:

  • Care for the scenic beauty, rich wildlife and historic heritage of our county’s landscapes;
  • Ensure Cumbria's landscapes are passed on to future generations in as good or better condition than they are now;
  • Encourage people to appreciate our special county – everyone has a right to enjoy Cumbria’s magnificent landscapes.

Cat Bells - Ullock Moss Car Park Proposals

Cat Bells - Ullock Moss Car Park Proposals

Join us in letting the Lake District National Park Authority know that we will support them in standing by their local planning policies and their vision for sustainable travel in, to and from the National Park Read more

Published: 22nd February, 2021

Updated: 11th March, 2021

Author: Chris James

Save Our Lake District (SOLD)

Save Our Lake District (SOLD)

We continue to keep a watchful eye on any developments within the Lake District and Cumbria and respond appropriately, updating members and supporters accordingly. Read more

Published: 20th January, 2020

Updated: 18th October, 2021

Author: Chris James

Why Landscape Matters

Why Landscape Matters

Our aim is to: Care for the scenic beauty, rich wildlife and historic heritage of our county’s landscapes. To ensure Cumbria's landscapes are passed on to future generations in as good or better condition than they are now. To encourage people to appreciate our special county – everyone has a right to enjoy Cumbria’s magnificent landscapes Read more

Published: 13th December, 2019

Author: Chris James

Glover Landscape Review

Glover Landscape Review

Friends of the Lake District welcomes the Government’s independent review of England’s National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The review was led by Julian Glover supported by an experienced advisory group. A summary of our submission to the Review is detailed below together with a link to our response (pdf). Read more

Published: 13th December, 2019

Author: Chris James

Southern Boundary Extension

Southern Boundary Extension

A proposal to Extend the Boundary of the Lake District National Park between Grange-over-Sands and the Irish Sea Coast at Silecroft to Provide Statutory Protection to a High Quality Landscape Read more

Published: 18th June, 2019

Updated: 13th December, 2019

Author: Chris James

Transport Pressures

Transport Pressures

Unsurprisingly, the Lake District is Britain’s most visited National Park. Visitor growth over the past few years has been significant, rising from 14.8 million visitors in 2012 to around 20 million in 2018. Read more

Published: 23rd May, 2019

Updated: 28th May, 2021

Author: Chris James

Building Resilience Against Climate Change

Building Resilience Against Climate Change

Climate change threatens the Lake District in many ways. The most obvious being the episodes of serious flooding that have taken place over the past 15 years, culminating in the devastation wrought by Storm Desmond in 2015. These events can no longer be described as unprecedented. Read more

Published: 23rd May, 2019

Updated: 19th March, 2021

Author: Chris James

Dark Skies Cumbria

Dark Skies Cumbria

Find out more about our project to get the Lake District recognised Dark Sky status - and how you can take part. Photo: Ben Bush Read more

Published: 16th January, 2019

Updated: 13th December, 2019

Author: Sophie Hodge

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  • Commercial dog walking on the Helm east, Oxenholme

    Commercial dog walking on the Helm east, Oxenholme

    As a landscape charity, we have always worked to secure a landscape that is accessible and available for everybody to enjoy. Unfortunately, this illegal use of our land has become untenable and its impact unfair on legitimate users, wildlife and the Fell Ponies and cattle that graze the Helm.

  • Climate Change Research 2022

  • Postcard from the Lakes 24th June 2022

    Postcard from the Lakes 24th June 2022

    Welcome to our latest Postcard. This week we've been very concerned about plans for Elterwater quarry, and we know many of you are too, as more than 30,000 people have signed a petition against it.

  • Wednesday 14th September: Mazonwath, Drystone Walling Booking Confirmation

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  • Join Today

    Join Today

    Play your part in protecting the Lake District by becoming a member today.

  • Volunteering

    Volunteering

    Learn new skills and join our army of volunteers helping us to make a practical difference to the Lake District all year round.

  • Our Purpose

    Our Purpose

    We are an independent charity and the only membership organisation dedicated to protecting and enhancing Cumbria's landscapes for future generations

  • Aerial Flight at Honister Slate Mine

    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

    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

  • Why become a member?

    Why become a member?

    Love the Lake District? Become a member of Friends of the Lake District and join thousands of people enjoying and protecting it.

  • The Helm

    The Helm

    Situated near Oxenholme, just south east of Kendal, and although not a very high hill at 185m, it gives beautiful views.

  • Chief Executive - Douglas Chalmers

    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.

  • High Borrowdale

    High Borrowdale

    High Borrowdale is situated 8.5 miles north of Kendal. The best way to access it is from the A6, south of Shap. There is open access at all times.

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  • Thanks to Kate Saville for this charming picture of Derwentwater. One of hundreds of entries to our photo competiti… https://t.co/bRNZk6aP1q

    29thJune, 2022 @Friendsoflakes
  • Measures such as holiday-let registrations, closing business-rate loop-holes & a requirement for planning consent w… https://t.co/ZQZu4FzE3J

    29thJune, 2022 @Friendsoflakes
  • @AdrianBaversto3 Hi @AdrianBaversto3 - follow @cumbriawildlife and @Foulshaw2 for Osprey updates. And @eden_reds… https://t.co/RXmn6qP1IW

    29thJune, 2022 @Friendsoflakes


Our aim is to:
Care for the scenic beauty, rich wildlife and historic heritage of our county’s landscapes;
 Ensure Cumbria's landscapes are passed on to future generations in as good or better condition than they are now;
Encourage people to appreciate our special county – everyone has a right to enjoy Cumbria’s magnificent landscapes

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Friends of the Lake District is now operating a mix of home and remote working. Our core office opening hours are Monday to Friday 10am to 3pm subject to staffing levels. Call 01539 720788 or email [email protected]

Friends of the Lake District
Murley Moss
Oxenholme Road
Kendal
Cumbria 
LA9 7SS

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