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Building fences in the Lake District National Park

Sizzling seasonal selections Summer is officially here and there are over 120 ways to celebrate during July in one of England’s loveliest corners.
	Posted: 1 July 2008	Read More..

Purging a pink peril - Bass Reflections Summer is here and so is Himalayan Balsam, signalling a plea for action to tackle the pink peril.
	Posted: 1 July 2008	Read More..

Learning by the Lake - Bass Reflections Countryside classrooms take on a whole new meaning when Learning by the Lake embraces a day full of fun, learning and conservation.
	Posted: 1 July 2008	Read More..

Cash for green energy Woodlands have come in for a £40,000 windfall to help create a Cumbrian low carbon economy and promote woodfuel heating systems in the county.
	Posted: 26 June 2008	Read More..

Report highlights benefits of improved access Providing continued access to the countryside will play an increasing and positive contribution towards sustaining the national park’s environment, communities and economy, according to the Lake District Local Access Forum’s annual report.
	Posted: 26 June 2008	Read More..

Lakes presenter role is right up Sally's street! Coronation Street star Sally Whittaker has swapped the cobble pavements of Weatherfield for the rugged paths of the Lake District in a new film to promote the issues, opportunities and challenges facing the national park.
	Posted: 26 June 2008	Read More..

Survey shows true scale of housing shortage Windermere needs to build an extra 30 affordable houses every year for the next five years to meet the current demand for local people needing to live in the area, according to a new housing survey.
	Posted: 26 June 2008	Read More..

Willow working wonder - Still Waters The ancient tradition of weaving live willow has made a timely come-back at Bassenthwaite where methods from the Middle Ages are offering contemporary control for riverbank erosion.
	Posted: 20 June 2008	Read More..

Low-carbon high priority Low-carbon land use and management in the Lake District will be developed in a far-reaching joint strategy by leading area, regional and national organisations.
	Posted: 20 June 2008	Read More..

New team at the helm Bill Jefferson OBE will continue as chairman of the Lake District National Park Authority after a conclusive vote of confidence at the annual general meeting.
	Posted: 20 June 2008	Read More..

Extra role for community stalwart One of Coniston’s most prominent community figures has become a member of the Lake District National Park Authority.
	Posted: 20 June 2008	Read More..

Fettling fleeces for fashion - Bass Reflections A national show celebrating nature’s finest fibres will have an extra dimension when sheep’s clothing is transformed into haute couture Cumbria.
	Posted: 20 June 2008	Read More..

Drop in for a job A new line in recruitment is about to be unveiled when anyone interested in three sought-after posts can just turn up for a drop-in session.
	Posted: 11 June 2008	Read More..

Time to help the mountain rescuers Walkers taking part in one of the country’s toughest charity challenges are being urged to raise funds for the volunteers who get can help them out of difficulties on treacherous mountain peaks.
	Posted: 10 June 2008	Read More..

Hot money to fight fires A Cumbria-wide response network to the growing threat of devastating countryside infernos has been given a £15,000 boost.
	Posted: 10 June 2008	Read More..

Conference explores affordable housing Villagers throughout Cumbria are being urged to take action to solve the chronic shortage of affordable housing for local people.
	Posted: 4 June 2008	Read More..

Two's a team - Bass Reflections Two countries, two journeys, two groups, one aim - to inspire young conservationists in Cumbria and Cyprus to work in tandem.
	Posted: 3 June 2008	Read More..

No hot air at this climate conference 125 delegates meet in Kendal later this month for a key conference to examine the impact climate change is likely to have on the Lake District National Park.
	Posted: 3 June 2008	Read More..

Botany with head for heights Expert high-level botany surveys are investigating valuable vegetation at one of the Lake District’s finest waterfall ravines.
	Posted: 28 May 2008	Read More..

Improved look for Lakes Information Centres Three Lake District Information Centres are to be given a makeover worth around £100,000.
	Posted: 23 May 2008	Read More..

Village set to join Lake District's elite The Lake District looks set to gain another conservation area in village of Helton, just south of Askham.
	Posted: 23 May 2008	Read More..

Communicators plan to be clear and inspirational Information about the activities of the Lake District National Park Authority will be clearer and more inspirational in the future, according to today's report.
	Posted: 22 May 2008	Read More..

Final furlong for roadshow A major touring exhibition highlighting the Lake District’s bid for World Heritage Status is on its final furlong.
	Posted: 21 May 2008	Read More..

SOS summer of safety As Boat Fire Safety Week gets underway, sailors and cruisers on Lake District waters have been urged to keep up their excellent safety records.
	Posted: 21 May 2008	Read More..

Wall to wall wonders With the Year of Adventure going into overdrive, thrills, spills and even passive pursuits are too tantalising to ignore.
	Posted: 20 May 2008	Read More..

Celebrating Skiddaw - Bass Reflections The Lake District’s fourth highest hill is being honoured in the first festival to celebrate a fell’s name.
	Posted: 20 May 2008	Read More..

Park pedal power A Lake District countryside team is using pedal power for work in the dramatic northern reaches of the national park.
	Posted: 8 May 2008	Read More..

Helpers wanted to fuel research project near Keswick - Bass Reflections The search is on for a public building in the Keswick area which needs warming up in an environmentally sound way!
	Posted: 7 May 2008	Read More..

Perfect pedigree - BLRP A farmer with a perfect pedigree in agriculture is heading up a Bassenthwaite initiative promoting green techniques, grants and advice.
	Posted: 29 April 2008	Read More..

Service commitment results in high praise Staff at the Lake District National Park Authority are celebrating after being awarded top marks in customer service.
	Posted: 29 April 2008	Read More..

BIG investment - big difference A £2.5 million BIG Lottery Fund payout to help motivate disaffected urban youth has seen the start of a three year project in the Lake District.
	Posted: 25 April 2008	Read More..

Pike providing pointers - Still Waters Bassenthwaite’s pike are getting skinnier and shorter, according to vital statistics supplied by the lake’s anglers.
	Posted: 23 April 2008	Read More..

Charities urged to tread carefully Charities and fundraising organisations doing the Three Peaks Challenge event in 2008 are being urged to observe the Code of Practice.
	Posted: 18 January 2008	Read More..

Fishing for vital statistics - BLRP Size really matters when it comes to Bassenthwaite fish and lake anglers are being asked to share vital information from their catch.
	Posted: 19 December 2007	Read More..

Woodland renaissance An ancient Furness woodland is enjoying a renaissance as charcoal burners and craftsman return to the historic 95 acre plot.
	Posted: 23 May 2007	Read More..