Today marks 73 years since the #LakeDistrict was formally designated as the UK’s second park for the nation.

To celebrate, let's have a look at a few then vs now images of our National Park from Lakes Rangers to @Brockhole and our volunteers over the years.

We’re looking for an organised and friendly Administrator to support the smooth running of our Volunteers’ Service for 22.2 hours per week on a 2-year fixed term contract.

For full details and to apply, please visit our website: lakedistrict.gov.uk/aboutus/careers

It's #WowWednesday 🌄

Thank you to beautyofcumbria (on Instagram) for capturing this photo of a fiery sunset at Derwentwater 📸

Our Young Rangers were recently at Allan Bank creating a haven for wildlife. The young volunteers cleared unwanted regen and storm brash, to form a dead hedge which the squirrels and birds are going to love hiding in.

Find out more on Young Rangers here: ow.ly/ZhSm50RyE4V

On this #InternationalDawnChorusDay , if you were lucky enough to hear curlews, it may be down to the great work of Curlew Recovery South Lakes. Read more about how Farming in Protected Landscapes funding has helped improve curlew breeding success in the #LakeDistrict : lakedistrict.gov.uk/the-blog/blog-…

Kirkstone pass is back open! 😍😃

The route connecting the South Lakes and the Ullswater Valley has been closed for a period of maintenance work but is now open for the summer 🙂

It's #NationalWalkingMonth 🚶

Did you know we have free volunteer-led guided walks which run up until October? They are a great way to explore the Lake District, learn from our knowledgeable volunteers and meet like-minded people.

Discover guided walks: ow.ly/WaHJ50RvxMV

Bouncefest is coming to the Lake District for May half-term!

Join us at the our Visitor Centre, Brockhole for two days of family fun 😀

Learn more ow.ly/6ZiF50RuCWm

We're hiring a Casual Car Park Operative to join our car park team to look after car parks and help motorists from Buttermere to Windermere, Ravenglass to Scouts Scar! For more information and to apply ow.ly/56eU50RuzRA
#LakeDistrict

Great work team 👏

The Cockermouth-Buttermere shuttle bus is back from Saturday 4 May and will run every weekend and bank holiday until 1 September. First bus leaves from Cockermouth at 7.35 and last bus leaves from Buttermere at 19.24. More details and timetables here: ow.ly/wMen50Rur74

We're recruiting a Ranger, based at our Northern office, Threlkeld.

Drop in session - 7 May at Northern office between 3pm and 7pm.

Closing date Sunday 19 May.

Details and apply: ow.ly/sEu750RoXbq

📢 National Parks England is on the lookout for a Senior Media and Communications Officer and Policy and Public Affairs Manager. If you're enthusiastic about nature, experienced in policy and influencing, this could be your perfect opportunity! ow.ly/oOlV50RsmG7

It's #WowWednesday 🤩

Did you know that May is also #NoMowMay could you name a better way to start the month than with a beautiful flower meadow?

📸Cumbrian Wildlife Trust

Cumbria CVS Chief Exec, David Allen: “It was a pleasure to attend the inaugural meeting of partners keen to explore new ways of working together for the benefit of Cumbria last week. After Covid-19 and Local Government Re-organisation in Cumbria, this is the first time that...

It's the last day of April 📆

Is there a better way to celebrate the end of the month than by looking back with some of your amazing photos? 📸

Don't forget to tag us in your photos

carolineinthecountryside
lifeinthelakedistrict_
maxreubenwalks
walkingjosh
(on Instagram)

Nominations for the 2024 Campaign for National Parks National Park Protector Awards are open until 5 May. These awards recognise and reward individuals and groups for helping nature and people thrive. Get your #LakeDistrict entries in! More info:
cnp.org.uk/national-parks…

🧵 There's still time to complete our survey and share your views on all things nature!

Whether you...

📍 live, work, visit, or simply hold #Cumbria close to your heart
💚 love watching wildlife
🚶‍♂️ enjoy exploring the fells
🌊 or are more at home by the sea

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Residents have been warned RAF planes will be flying overnight for three nights as part of training exercises. bbc.in/44myOBa

A chilly day @ Ullswater for more #WaterSafety engagement today

We held a Lifejacket Clinic with our joint Lake District & RNLI volunteers who & have had specific training on how to inspect lifejackets & offer relevant advice

Thanks to Ullswater Yacht Club for hosting us!