A zipwire attraction which opponents claimed would turn the Lake District into a "theme park" has been rejected by planners. The attraction at Elterwater Quarry, in the Langdale Valley, would have ...

A tourist visiting the Lake District has left a baffling review detailing their time at the stunning national park - because they complained there are "too many" lakes. Many of us will know that the ...

Plans for a zip wire-led educational heritage tourist attraction in the Lake District have been refused permission despite planning officers having recommended approval. Burlington Slate Ltd, a member ...

Plans for a zip wire-led educational heritage tourist attraction have been refused persmission (Image credit: Holker) Plans for a zip wire-led educational heritage tourist attraction in the Lake ...

A hearing into a controversial plan for a Lake District tourist attraction has ended, with a ruling expected on a future date. Friends of the Lake District claimed planners misunderstood their ...

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CUMBRIA residents can enjoy a discount to some of the most popular attractions the Lake District has to offer – thanks to the return of the Local Residents’ Discount Card. Passengers have taken ...

Dubbed the "adventure capital of the UK", the Lake District is an ideal destination for those seeking a more active holiday. But if you're visiting the 912-square mile national park for the first time ...

The impact on local villages, particularly regarding the increased traffic and noise, was highlighted by Ginny Clegg, who pointed to Whinlatter centre as a "classic example" and said that "the amount ...

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