How are the problems being solved in the Lake District?
These problems can be overcome in 2 ways – improving the road network and improving public transport. There is a wide array of environmental problems associated with tourism in the Lake District. Aside from common problems with litter, there exists footpath erosion, lakeside erosion and air pollution.
How is the Lake District being sustainable?
Some paths have been rebuilt or access restricted to reduce the effects on paths and vegetation. Public transport has been improved and subsidised, for example the Langdale Rambler bus service. Visitors are encouraged to use the buses instead of bringing their cars into the national park.
Why is it important to manage the Lake District?
The Lake District provides many crucial services for our local communities, businesses and visitors, and includes the provision of food and water, carbon storage, clean air, flood regulation, aesthetic value, inspiration, heritage and opportunities for recreation.
How are glaciated landscapes managed?
Farming – glaciated areas are used for pastoral farming . The upper slopes of the Lake District are ideal for sheep farming. The lower slopes of glaciated areas are suitable for dairy and beef farming. Water management – the water in mountainous areas can be collected and stored in a dam .
How can the Lake District improve?
Go Lakes Travel Improving public transport services and traffic management to tackle congestion and reduce delays. Creating a network of pay-as-you-go car and cycle hire fleets. Developing safe, continuous networks for walking, cycling and wheelchair use.
How have humans shaped the landscape of the Lake District?
Geoff Cowell’s fascinating talk took us on a journey through time, from volcanic eruptions 500 million years ago to ice sheets and glaciers 20,000 years ago and finally to our Neolithic ancestors who began to change the Lake District landscape 6000 years ago, clearing the forests for agriculture, using the green rock …
Who owns the Lake District?
Over half of the land is privately owned, with the rest owned by organisations such as the National Trust, United Utilities and the Forestry Commission.
Who visits the Lake District?
Current surveys show that 15.8 million visitors come to the Lake District each year. Most come to enjoy the scenery, peace and quiet and walking but many others visit specific attractions or take part in an outdoor activity. They stay in a mixture of self-catering and serviced accommodation.
What are the physical features of the Lake District?
As a result the topography of the Lake District includes smooth U-shaped valleys and steep and sharp ridges, England’s highest mountain and deepest and longest lakes. The Lake District is often compared to a wheel, with the hub approximately at Dunmail Raise, north of Grasmere.
How does the Lake District attract tourists?
How is tourism managed in the Lake District?
Making paying for, and changing between different modes of travel easier, through integrated ticketing and discounts for those arriving by public transport. Targeted marketing and information designed to change visitors’ travel behaviour to/from and around the Lakes.