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Ending sheep farming in the Lake District is not our aim

Letter: Lee Schofield responds to a letter writer who said ecologists want to see ‘sheep farming’s demise’ in their campaign for the area to lose its world heritage status

The Guardian - UK

Sheep farming is integral to the Lake District’s heritage

Letters: The public can trust sheep farmers to continue to manage the landscape sensitively, writes Phil Stocker

The Guardian - UK

Conservationists call for Lake District to lose Unesco world heritage status

Campaigners say designation promotes unsustainable sheep farming at expense of nature recovery and local communities

The Guardian - UK

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Lake District walkers urged to look out for England’s only mountain butterfly

Butterfly Conservation is calling on the public’s help to track the fortunes of the rare mountain ringlet.

The Independent UK

From lake swims to historic hikes: explore Søhøjlandet, Denmark’s Lake District

The Danes’ love of the great outdoors often takes them to Silkeborg, a gem of a town and gateway to majestic forests and some 50 freshwater lakes

The Guardian - UK

England’s 5 tallest mountains: the legendary peaks of the Lake District

We reveal the 5 tallest mountains in England, the giants of the Lake District that have inspired generations of outdoor lovers

Advnture

William Wordsworth’s last home is up for sale – returning it to a private residence would be a loss for the UK’s cultural heritage

Until recently, fans of William Wordsworth could visit his final home, Rydal Mount and Gardens, nestled in the heart of England’s green and beautiful Lake District. Renowned as one of the most prominent British poets, the works of Wordsworth (1770-1850) include what is widely regarded as the most famous poem…

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I tested the Tesla Powerwall 3 –going off-grid feels good, but it's a long-term investment rather than a quick fix

Tesla's Powerall 3 is a giant battery pack for your house –I tried one in the UK's Lake District to see whether it's worth the painful initial investment.

TechRadar

"I went through a full range of waterproofs!” Ultra runner Tom Hollins on the kit he used for his record-breaking Wainwrights run

The 51-year-old is the fastest man to summit the Lake District's 214 peaks self-supported. Here's how got into shape and the kit that got him through it

Advnture

Arc'teryx announces details of its 2025 Academy series – hone your outdoor skills in the world's most legendary mountain environments

The Arc'teryx Academy series offers expert-guided workshops in Squamish, the Alps and the Lake District

Advnture

‘I don’t know whether it’s sustainable’: climate crisis and TikTok change face of mountain rescue work in Lake District

There may be less snow but the number of callouts has surged, and often involve ill-prepared novice hikers

The Guardian - UK

Mountain rescuers issue “be more prepared” plea after Lake District hikers get lost in winter fells

Latest call out for walkers to take more responsibility for their well-being and safety in cold and snow comes after the pair were rescued

Advnture

Atomfall isn't Rebellion's Fallout, it's something far more interesting: "We like to think of it as X-Files in the Cold War Lake District"

Big in 2025 | We speak to Rebellion Developments about Atomfall, an upcoming detective-survival game where the information you wield is as deadly as any weapon

GamesRadar

Man dies after falling 70m from Lake District ridge

The man fell 70m from Sharp Edge on Blencathra in the Lake District on Thursday

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The best spa hotels in the Lake District for outdoor saunas and forest views

After a day walking the fells, indulge in tranquil treatments among the forests at the best spa hotels in the Lake District, with hot tubs, forest views and more

The Independent UK

Best family-friendly hotels in the Lake District for water sports and outdoor trails

Whether its fell walking or other exciting outdoor activities, here are the best hotels in the Lake District that cater to all ages

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Woman Shares Her Special Bond With Sheep In Order To Change People’s Perception Of Farm Animals

These 3 very loved Herdwick Lambies, living in the beautiful Lake District are not only melting people's hearts but also changing their perspective on farm animals. The post Woman Shares Her Special Bond With Sheep In Order To Change People’s Perception Of Farm Animals first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Life story of legendary Lake District fell-walking pioneer Alfred Wainwright celebrated in special year-long event

Fells lovers invited to visit poignant 70th anniversary exhibition with never-before-seen memorabilia

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Kendal Calling 2025 reveals huge line-up including The Prodigy and Courteeners

The Lake District festival will feature more than 80 performers and takes place over four days

The Independent UK

Best things to do in the Lake District on a rainy day, from cosy cafes to haunted castles and family-friendly museums

From family-friendly activities to free attractions, these are the cosiest places in the Lake District to visit on a rainy day

The Independent UK

The best Lake District hotels for 2025, with lakeside views, spas and Michelin stars

Being blown away doesn't stop at the Lake District’s astonishing vistas – the region has some incredible hotels, from boutique bedrooms to indulgent spas

The Guardian - UK

Gastro reboots: 10 of the best renovated English foodie inns

From a 16th-century former pub on the Isle of Wight to a boutique hotel in the Lake District, these refurbished inns and coaching houses offer a mouthwatering stay in all seasons

The Conversation

Paddleboards, swim kit and fishing gear pose a biosecurity risk – here’s why

Visitors to the Lake District have been unwittingly spreading invasive plants, including New Zealand pigmyweed, from lake to lake on paddleboards, fishing and swimming gear.

The Guardian - UK

Lake District sewage campaigners launch nuisance complaint in legal first

Statutory nuisance complaint lodged by Save Windermere against United Utilities is a first over sewage pollution

Advnture

Can this independent trail race become the next UTMB?

The 13 Valleys Ultra is out to put the Lake District on the ultra-running map

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