Adults
Learning isn’t just for the young it’s a lifelong thing, which we will think should
be fun and enriching, a chance to try your hand at new skills like dry stone walling or hedgelaying, discover new things or brush up on existing interests, come along to a Flora of the Fells event activity. Previous events have included farm walks,  archaeology and flora walks, poetry picnics, craft or local foods workshops.

We can also arrange talks on any aspect of our work including transport, climate change or how we look after and manage our land.

Farm Events
During 2006 and 2007 Friends of the Lake District supported by the Cumbria Farming Network, The National Trust, Leader +, Cumbria Tourism and Natural England worked with over 50 farmers across the county to organise events on their farms. 



 These events were aimed at raising public awareness about the link between farming and the environment and each one provided a unique opportunity for the public to visit a working farm and hear first hand about the range of work undertaken by farmers and the changes taking place in farming today. 

Many people recognise the value of encouraging the public to visit a working farm and are keen that these types of events can continue in the coming years.  Friends of the Lake District believe it is important that those visiting or living in Cumbria recognise the link between farming and land management and are given the opportunity to learn more about the role farmers play in maintaining our environment. 

We are currently seeking funding to run a three year project ‘Farming Landscapes’ that will be developed in partnership with the Cumbria Farmer Network, many farmers, volunteers and other organisations across Cumbria.  The project will give farmers the opportunity to gain the necessary skills and confidence to develop resources and host their own public events aimed at raising awareness about local produce and the link between farming, food and the landscape.  If you would like to get involved or want further information please contact Carol Douglas on: 01539 720788 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it