The latest lockdown has give the tourism sector another blow as Stanwix Park in Silloth closed its doors on Wednesday night.

After the government announcement that another lockdown will come in to play today, Thursday, November 5, the park notified all guests and visitors they would be closed.

A spokesman for the park said: “We a truly saddened to once again be writing this; we have worked so hard since re-opening in July.

“However, we do continue to support Government advice with our priority being the safety and well being of our staff and guests.

“All holiday makers with breaks impacted by the up and coming closure period have now been contacted and provided with the necessary information.

“All owners will receive further personal communication later this week.

“We would like to thank each and every one of you for your continued valued custom as well as your patience and understanding as we once again move into a worrying time of uncertainty.

“We wish you well and urge you all to follow the guidelines in place so we can look forward to welcoming you back again as soon as possible.

“Remember, surely at some point this will all be over – stay safe and take care.”

The first coronavirus lockdown was a challenging period for the team at Whinlatter Forest Park which had to close however, the second national lockdown is a different picture.

Adrian Jones said: “We were concerned last time when we were forced to close all of our business, that’s not the case this time. Our forest and car parks are open for people to come out and exercise but what we’re saying is they should only visit if it’s a short distance away.”

He added that the public should follow lockdown rules around exercise.

“Forestry England aren’t using the furlough scheme this time but some of the businesses on site are. Our cafe has to close for indoor seating but they can operate a takeaway service."

Park manager at Lake District Wildlife Park Richard Robinson said: "If we're looking at the positive side of things, November is the quietest time of the year for us.

"People on reception and the tea rooms are on furlough. On the park side of things, the animals still need looking after. They're actually busier with the animals, we're making preparations for Easter. We've always got a lot on this time of year. We're working things very much the same with the exception of the public."

"The impact upon tourism is going to be great but the impact on human life is going to be greater.