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Welcome targets on nature recovery in National Parks but bolder action needed
The Government has set out key targets for restoring nature and habitats in protected landscapes.
The Lake District is England’s largest National Park.
The Lake District National Park is home to some of England’s most impressive landscapes. The largest National Park in England and Wales, it is home to England’s highest mountain – Scafell Pike, and 12 of its largest lakes including the deepest at Wastwater and the longest at Windemere.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Lake District has a rich blend of cultural heritage and natural wonders, making it a popular tourist destination for mountain climbing, sightseeing, water sports and hiking.
Designation: 09/05/1951
Habitats: Mountains, valleys, lakes, woodland
Common wildlife: Roe deer, birds of prey such as the buzzard, the osprey and the peregrine, waders including redshank, oystercatcher and curlew
Star spots: Red squirrels, badgers, otters
Notable towns and cultural sights: Keswick, The Beatrix Potter Gallery
Notable nature sights: Wastwater, Lake Windemere
Popular activities for visitors: Water sports, boating, hiking, hill climbing, stargazing
Highest peak: Scafell Pike at 978 metres (3210 feet)
Annual visitor numbers: 15.73 million in 2021
Threats: Water pollution, climate change, over tourism
The Government has set out key targets for restoring nature and habitats in protected landscapes.
Along with National Park Societies we've signed a joint letter calling for political parties to set out firm commitments on National Parks ahead of the next election.