For you, for life

England's largest National Park includes Scafell Pike - its highest mountain, Wastwater - its deepest lake and thriving communities like Keswick and Bowness-on-Windermere.

We've information for visitors and students about this unique corner of England. Find out how we work in caring for this stunning area. And our 42,400 residents can find out all about planning.

60 years of diamonds in our landscape

In 1949 the National Parks and Access to the Countryside Act established the public's right to enjoy the countryside.

Take your chance to find out what's Uniquely Lake District, step back in time or Give The Driver A Break.

Island on Derwentwater copyright Si Homfreys

Popular pages

Link to local maps

Map of the Lake District National Park

Our location in the UK

Map of the UK showing where the Lake District National Park is located

Signpost at Lorton copyright Michael Turner

Documents

National Parks - Britain's breathing spaces
60 years of National Parks: Diamonds in the landscape