RED squirrels are fighting back across South Lakeland with a reported increase in numbers over the past six months. A national survey carried out by the Red Squirrel Survival Trust (RSST), which measured public perceptions, has shown that the population of the endangered species in north Cumbria has remained stable but the south of the [...]

A RARE dragonfly that is on the brink of extinction in South Lakeland is set to be re-introduced to an area where it hasn’t been seen for decades. Records show that the white-faced darter was present on the Witherslack Mosses in the early 1900s but it is thought to have become extinct as a result [...]

World rock climbing prodigy and Lake District lad, Leo Houlding, unveiled the new £6 million visitor facilities on the Forestry Commission estate at Grizedale Forest, near Hawkshead in Cumbria on Friday 18 September. Leo, 28, who grew up in the Lake District, is well known for his adrenaline packed exploits and can be found participating [...]

Beatrix Potter wrote many of her famous children’s stories in this 17th century house, and it has been kept exactly as she left it, complete with her furniture and China. Many of her beloved ‘treasures’ are on display Hill Top was model for ‘Samuel Whiskers’ illustrations and others Shop specialising in Beatrix Potter gifts Hill Top [...]