Who actually owns the land in the Lake District National Park?

The LDNPA only owns about 4% of the land. Most of it is owned by farmers, the National Trust, or utility companies like United Utilities, which is why the Authority has to work through partnerships rather than direct ownership.

What does the Sandford Principle mean for visitors to the Lake District?

It means that if there's a conflict between visitor access and protecting the landscape that can't be resolved, protecting the landscape wins. Basically, conservation comes first, even if it limits what visitors can do in certain areas.

What is Fix the Fells and why is it needed?

Fix the Fells is a project that repairs eroded mountain paths using traditional stone-building techniques. It's needed because millions of walkers wear away the ground, creating scars on the landscape and washing soil into the lakes.

Who looks after the Lake District Fells

Who runs the Lake District? Meet the Lake District National Park Authority

Meet the Lake District National Park Authority (LDNPA)—the team working behind the scenes to keep the fells beautiful and the local community thriving.

24 August 20268 min read