Solar PV array at Ennerdale Brewery
The Ennerdale Brewery Limited requires installation of a 50kW (appx) solar photovoltaic array and inverter at their premises.
Help us understand Forest Futures impact
The Lake District Foundation is looking for a consultant to evaluate the impact of our Forest Futures project. Working in partnership with Cumbria Woodlands, we were awarded funding to continue and develop the restoration of ecologically important woodlands in the Thirlmere Valley, Cumbria. Funding came from The Green Recovery Challenge Fund and is being delivered […]
Funding secured to care for Windermere
The Lake District Foundation is delighted to have been awarded £73,000 for a long-term project to look after Windermere. The funding has come from the Environment Agency’s Natural Environment Investment Readiness Fund and will help to develop sustainable funding mechanisms to care for this special place. Stretching 10.5 miles, Windermere is a gem of the […]
Woodlands in Cumbria receive £500k boost
A new conservation project will receive half a million pounds to increase woodland creation in Cumbria. Woodland Futures is a partnership project being delivered by the Lake District Foundation and Cumbria Woodlands. It will receive £499,800 from the Trees Call to Action Fund. Woodland Futures is one of 12 taking place nationwide that has been […]
Help us understand scheme impact
A major £2.3m project to cut carbon in the Lake District is looking for a consultant to assess its impact. The Low Carbon Lake District Fund is a comprehensive programme to help tackle climate change working in partnership with local businesses and communities. Delivered by The Lake District Foundation, the Fund is led by the […]
Lakes Distillery water projects
Six community projects have received a funding splash to help them look after lakes and rivers across Cumbria. The Lake District Foundation joined forces with The Lakes Distillery to launch a £25k funding pot for projects that enhance and conserve water quality. Six projects across the county have now been selected to receive funding from […]
Let’s love Windermere
A week-long fundraiser to help care for Windermere is launched today (Friday 22 April). The Lake District Foundation is taking part in the Big Give’s Green Match Fund – a nationwide fundraising drive which launches on Earth Day and runs until 29 April. The Big Give raises money for environmental campaigns across the country which […]
Carbon monoxide danger
Campers are reminded of the dangers of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. The Lake District Foundation has sent safety posters to campsites this Easter. You can’t see CO, taste it or smell it, but it can kill. A key piece of advice is to never take a barbecue into a tent, awning, caravan or motor home. […]
“We are morally bound to preserve this way of life”
The Lake District Foundation has joined forces with The Lakes Distillery to launch a £25k funding pot for projects that enhance and conserve water quality. The Lakes Distillery Water Fund is designed to support community and volunteer-led groups in their efforts to deliver water quality projects. As the deadline for applications fast approaches (21 March […]
Funding boost to cut carbon in Cumbria
Community groups and businesses wishing to reduce their carbon footprint can apply for funding. Low Carbon Lake District Grants is now open with another £200k available for projects which are designed to cut carbon. The Lake District Foundation is delighted to offer grants to community groups and small to medium sized businesses thanks to support […]
