Windermere8 Feb 2026Snowdrops in bloom in the North East and CumbriaOur Weather Watchers have been out snapping the first signs of spring.8 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 202622 Jan 2026Lakes project delay 'over affordable housing'The project at Orrest Head has stalled over doubts property developers would meet timetables.22 Jan 202620 Jan 2026Major national park development project haltedThe Lake District scheme cannot meet a timetable to unlock grant support, a council is told.20 Jan 202619 Jan 2026Ageing ferry to be out of service for repairsWestmorland and Furness Council says it needs to replace and upgrade parts of the vessel.19 Jan 202615 Jan 2026Tour de France in Cumbria 'will unite communities'The opening two stages of the 2027 Tour de France take in Carlisle and the Lake District.15 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 20263 Jan 2026Snow, ice and fireworks in first days of new yearSee readers' photographs of north-east England and Cumbria in the first few chilly days of 2026.3 Jan 202619 Dec 2025Plans to replace lake boathouse wrecked in stormPlans lodged say that the current remains of the boathouse on Windermere are an "eyesore". 19 Dec 2025...
