Ambleside2 days agoNew fining powers introduced ahead of Easter breakPatrols are to be carried out in the Lake District locations over the two-week period.2 days ago18 Mar 2026Trust buys home of poet William WordsworthThe Wordsworth Trust says the future of the Grade I listed Rydal Mount is now secured. 18 Mar 202625 Feb 2026Warning over QR code parking scam at beauty spotsPolice say four car parks were targeted by scammers placing stickers with fake QR code payments.25 Feb 202623 Jan 2026Fly-campers could be fined at more beauty spotsA consultation to see what people think about bringing in more Lake District protection orders opens.23 Jan 20267 Jan 2026Protection orders to tackle illegal campingAnti-social behaviour at sites in and around the Lake District will soon result in a possible fine.7 Jan 202621 Dec 2025Working men's club memorabilia wanted for showThe Armitt asks for people to donate objects to go alongside a photography exhibition.21 Dec 202513 Dec 2025Pub's missing badger mascot Bertie returns homeThe pub says its beloved mascot has been returned after going missing on a night out.13 Dec 202512 Dec 2025Weekend weather warnings for rain and floodsThe county is covered by a yellow warning across the weekend, with some areas under an amber alert.12 Dec 202511 Dec 2025Red skies brighten up gloomy winter daysImages of the magnificent early morning vistas were also captured by the BBC's Weather Watchers.11 Dec 2025...