Full steam ahead for the reconnection of the Keswick to Threlkeld Railway Path as funding is announced
Press release 5 December 2018 A £7.9 million funding package has been agreed to allow work to start on the final phase of reconnecting the Keswick to Threlkeld multi user trail which was severely damaged in Storm Desmond three years ago to the day (5 December). Today is an important milestone in this complex project […]
Our record-breaking ambassador Sean Conway offers a rare glimpse into his worldwide adventures
From a record-breaking cycle across Europe, to three separate adventures running, sailing and swimming the length of Great Britain, our ambassador Sean Conway is set to reveal more about his escapades to members of the public in the new year. The Cumbrian-based action man has spent his life taking motivation from conquering seemingly impossible challenges […]
Alastair Herd Photography supports the Lake District Foundation
Alastair Herd Photography is one of the latest businesses to support the Lake District Foundation (LDF) by raising funds and awareness for this local charity. The owner and founder, Alastair Herd, says; “Working with the Lake District Foundation is an exciting and promising collaboration. We can’t wait to sell our prints and know that we […]
Lake District Foundation welcomes new ambassador
The Lake District Foundation is delighted to welcome its newest ambassador: Dr Kate Rawles. Kate is passionate about using adventurous journeys to raise awareness and inspire action on our major environmental challenges. She has recently returned from The Life Cycle: Colombia to Cape Horn by bamboo bike, exploring biodiversity loss. A former lecturer in environmental […]
Managing the biodiversity of the Lake District National Park
The Lake District Foundation has awarded a grant of £4,500 to the Cumbria Local Nature Partnership, enabling them to lead the development of a clear, strategic approach for managing the biodiversity of the Lake District National Park. Local Nature Partnerships have been established to drive positive change in the local natural environment. This funding will […]
Helping to save Helvellyn’s vulnerable arctic alpine flora
The Lake District Foundation has awarded a grant of over £2,600 to the John Muir Trust, which last year took over responsibility for the management of a large part of the iconic Lake District mountain, Helvellyn. The money will fund a new project aiming to increase the populations of threatened arctic-alpine species found on the […]
Lake District Foundation launches regular giving appeal
Lake District Foundation launches regular giving appeal The Lake District Foundation (LDF) has launched a new campaign to boost the number of people who give to the charity on a regular basis. By donating as little as £2.50 per month, those who sign up to become a regular supporter will directly contribute to funding vital […]
‘Cultural Heritage’ within the Lake District World Heritage Site – Join the discussion
The Lake District’s World Heritage Site inscription includes its Cultural Heritage – but what does that mean? If you live or work in or close to the Lake District, you will now have an opportunity to join in the discussion to help define and manage this special characteristic of the area. The Lake District Foundation […]
Tree planting at Mardale Common, Haweswater
The Lake District Foundation has awarded a grant of over £2,000 to the Royal Society for the protection of Birds (RSPB) for tree planting at its Haweswater Nature Reserve at Bampton, near Penrith. Commencing in November 2018, the project will see 400 trees planted on Mardale Common over the coming two winters.  The new planting will […]
The Lake District Foundation funds work to improve Dash Beck at Bassenthwaite
The Lake District Foundation has approved a grant of over £2,000 towards a project led by the West Cumbria Rivers Trust, working in partnership with Bassenthwaite Rotary Club, to enhance the habitat of Dash Beck and surrounding land. The project was first conceived by local people, and they will be fundamental to the successful delivery […]
