Walking and outdoors

The existing Gordon Walker Chalet in the Newlands Valley near Keswick

Ramblers plan to demolish 1960s Lake District bunkhouse for new chalet

Eden Rivers Trust Discovery Day event poster

Eden Rivers Trust Discovery Day event poster

Free family day out in Carlisle offers wildlife, history and hands-on activities

Ford Park has issued a plea to picnic-goers as warmer weather brings in more people and their rubbish

Ford Park has issued a plea to picnic-goers as warmer weather brings in more people and their rubbish

Cumbrian park pleads with visitors after seagulls scatter cake and hummus

Fox mosaic by mosaic artist Helen Clues

Fox mosaic by mosaic artist Helen Clues

New accessible heritage trail unveiled in Carlisle woodland

Helen Skelton: ‘I exercise to keep my head peachy, rather than my bum peachy’

Families can save money this summer with free bus travel for children aged 5-15. See the destinations and attractions covered by the scheme.

Families can save money this summer with free bus travel for children aged 5-15. See the destinations and attractions covered by the scheme.

Cumbria families can save on Lake District bus trips as kids travel free

Approaching Gamelands Stone Circle with the Howgills in the background

Approaching Gamelands Stone Circle with the Howgills in the background

I found this spectacular Cumbria walk away from the Lake District crowds

Planetarium Astronomer Dr Carys Herbert demonstrates wearing Celestron solar eclipse glasses in front of Luke Jerram's 'Mirror Moon' sculpture at the Royal Observatory Greenwich, south east London, ahead of the Solar eclipse on August 12, which will be

Planetarium Astronomer Dr Carys Herbert demonstrates wearing Celestron solar eclipse glasses in front of Luke Jerram's 'Mirror Moon' sculpture at the Royal Observatory Greenwich, south east London, ahead of the Solar eclipse on August 12, which will be

Brits urged to avoid knock‑off eclipse glasses and stay safe

The hike is a great one to do with your family.

The hike is a great one to do with your family.

'Stunningly beautiful' family-friendly Lake District walk named the easiest in the UK

One of Bolton Fell Moss's resident common lizards, which can be seen on the boardwalk on a warm day.

One of Bolton Fell Moss's resident common lizards, which can be seen on the boardwalk on a warm day.

New family trail brings stories to life in north Cumbria

The walk is so easy to complete and offers great views.

The walk is so easy to complete and offers great views.

Lake District walk named one of the best for a nighttime hike

The Honister Slate Mine zip line.

The Honister Slate Mine zip line.

Watch the moment thrill seeker tries England's longest zip wire in Lake District

Buttermere has been named one of the UK's most

Buttermere has been named one of the UK's most

Cumbria walk among most 'awe-inspiring' spots to see partial solar eclipse this month

Helvellyn, England's third highest mountain.

Helvellyn, England's third highest mountain.

Most popular Wainwrights in the Lake District, according to Walkhighlands

The new 1,200-metre zip line at Honister Slate Mine.

The new 1,200-metre zip line at Honister Slate Mine.

England's longest zip wire opens in the Lake District

A section of the Keswick to Threlkeld Railway Trail will be closed while essential works take place

A section of the Keswick to Threlkeld Railway Trail will be closed while essential works take place

Part of popular Lake District walking and cycling route to close for eight weeks

Campers pitched-up at Buttermere, beside a no-camping sign.

Campers pitched-up at Buttermere, beside a no-camping sign.

Visitors told to respect Lake District as campers pitch-up beside Buttermere

Blencathra, east from Keswick.

Blencathra, east from Keswick.

Blencathra, Bowfell and Helvellyn named amongst highest rated Wainwrights

Ullswater has been named among the Lake District's best places.

Ullswater has been named among the Lake District's best places.

The underrated Lake District spot with ancient woodlands named among the best

Crossing the Pennines on the Westmorland and Furness Way

Crossing the Pennines on the Westmorland and Furness Way

Launch of new walking route

Have you been to Aspatria? This is how you should pronounce the name of the

Have you been to Aspatria? This is how you should pronounce the name of the

If you say this Cumbria town's name wrong, you're not alone - how locals pronounce it

The Solway Coaster connects the seaside towns of Silloth and Allonby

The Solway Coaster connects the seaside towns of Silloth and Allonby

Find adventure on two wheels

Joe on top of one of the fells.

Joe on top of one of the fells.

Burnley man on verge of making history at Lake District summit

Families can enjoy magic moments at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway

Families can enjoy magic moments at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway

Cultural attractions

Find family fun at a host of Cumbrian attractions

The Kirkstone Pass Inn

The Kirkstone Pass Inn

Lake District pub offers free parking after car park charges introduced

The view looking toward Carlisle from the new bridge over the Caldew

The view looking toward Carlisle from the new bridge over the Caldew

Destination Carlisle

I walked Carlisle's new Southern Link Road - and discovered far more than a bypass

The more remote upper reaches of the Troutbeck valley.

The more remote upper reaches of the Troutbeck valley.

10 new Lake District walking routes created from Stagecoach bus services

The new cabins at Basecamp North Lakes

The new cabins at Basecamp North Lakes

Award-winning Lake District attraction opens seven new luxury cabins next month

Fell Good Girls at their first event.

Fell Good Girls at their first event.

New Lake District walking group where women can 'be themselves' and make friends

Have you visited these seven Lake District spots?

Have you visited these seven Lake District spots?

7 places you must visit before you can call yourself a true Lake District local

Keswick is a popular spot in the Lake District - here's how to pronounce it correctly

Keswick is a popular spot in the Lake District - here's how to pronounce it correctly

How to pronounce Keswick as locals call out Canadian living in UK who gets it wrong

Six in ten UK holidaymakers believe a getaway isn't complete without a visit to a traditional inn - do you agree?

Six in ten UK holidaymakers believe a getaway isn't complete without a visit to a traditional inn - do you agree?

Britain’s favourite staycation activity revealed (and Clare Balding’s a fan)

These celebrities, including a Coronation Street star and a Royal's sister, have shared romantic moments in the Lakes

These celebrities, including a Coronation Street star and a Royal's sister, have shared romantic moments in the Lakes

10 celebrity proposals and weddings with stunning Lake District backdrops

Lowther Castle and Gardens will host the event this September

Lowther Castle and Gardens will host the event this September

Fundraising glow trail walk to take place at Cumbria castle

Ullswater Lake has

Ullswater Lake has

Wild swimming spot in the Lake District you will fall in love with in the summer

The hike with Helen Skelton will start at Yew Tree Farm, one of Beatrix Potter's former homes

The hike with Helen Skelton will start at Yew Tree Farm, one of Beatrix Potter's former homes

Helen Skelton to host free Lake District hike for families with story time for kids

The area around Dalegarth Campsite, pictured in 2011

The area around Dalegarth Campsite, pictured in 2011

Lake District campsite refused over flood plan that was approved two years ago

The steamers take you across Ullswater

The steamers take you across Ullswater

Skip the crowds: a slower Lake District weekend you’ll want to try

The view over Braithwaite from The Coledale Inn

The view over Braithwaite from The Coledale Inn

Why these new 'premium' glamping pods are perfect for exploring the Lake District

Aira Force in the Matterdale area of the Lake District.

Aira Force in the Matterdale area of the Lake District.

Lake District waterfall is the sixth best in the UK, according to GO Outdoors

Garrin French, the Geordie Hiker

Garrin French, the Geordie Hiker

New hiking app aims to unlock full potential of Lake District trips

Painted lady butterfly on hedge

Painted lady butterfly on hedge

Call for volunteers to help with Cumbria hedgerow survey

Buttermere circular path

Buttermere circular path

Cumbrian walking route shortlisted for Britain's Favourite Path 2026

Aldi has a picnic range this summer

Aldi has a picnic range this summer

Aldi's summer Specialbuys you won't want to miss from £2.99

Warkworth was named the UK’s best ‘hidden gem’ beach

Warkworth was named the UK’s best ‘hidden gem’ beach

'Unspoilt' Northumberland dunes named best 'hidden gem' beach in UK

The Grade 1 scramble known as Bad Step on Crinkle Craggs.

The Grade 1 scramble known as Bad Step on Crinkle Craggs.

The 'infamous' Bad Step - Why a Grade 1 Lake District scramble lives-up to its name

A private hot tub at Carrock Glamping Pods.

A private hot tub at Carrock Glamping Pods.

11 Cumbrian locations named among UK's outstanding campsites for 2026

The land adjacent to Hillcroft Caravan Park, Pooley Bridge

The land adjacent to Hillcroft Caravan Park, Pooley Bridge

Lake District campsite refused over fears campers could use wrong loos

The beach is close to the village of Amble where you can find fish and chip shops and ice cream parlours.

The beach is close to the village of Amble where you can find fish and chip shops and ice cream parlours.

Hidden gem beach under two hours from Carlisle named best in UK

The Derwent Waterside Park is a good place to take the family on a hot summer's day.

The Derwent Waterside Park is a good place to take the family on a hot summer's day.

Family Days Out

The ‘first class’ waterside park an hour from Carlisle perfect for cooling off

The event is to mark the Keswick store's first anniversary

The event is to mark the Keswick store's first anniversary

Outdoor retailer to mark one year in Keswick with conservation day

Climbers taking on Jack's Rake, the Grade 1 scramble to the top of Pavey Ark.

Climbers taking on Jack's Rake, the Grade 1 scramble to the top of Pavey Ark.

Lake District edges, ridges and scrambles that will test your nerve and skill

Buttermere reflections.

Buttermere reflections.

Mountain rescue team issues heat warning for the fells

Sara Murray, training and research manager at Beyond Bendrigg, is speaking at Conference Cumbria 2026

Sara Murray, training and research manager at Beyond Bendrigg, is speaking at Conference Cumbria 2026

Outdoor adventure advocate to speak at Conference Cumbria in Keswick