Keswick

Country walks to enjoy in Cumbria now summer is here

Cumbria and the Lake District are abundant with beautiful, scenic, landscapes to go out and explore. 
Whilst many people will flock to places like Keswick and Windermere, others may look for a quieter, and more peaceful alternative. 
There are some won…

Sky Grief: What Can We Do About Light Pollution?

Sean Bromilow
On a crisp, cloudless night in Nottingham, how many stars can you see? According to this interactive map[1], made with data from the Countryside Charity’s 2023 Star Count, it’s likely that you won’t spot more than 10 stars in the entire s…

What to do in the Lake District when it is raining

These are the best activities for a rainy day, according to The Lake District National Park.
Take a cruise
Boat cruises on Windermere, Coniston, Derwentwater and Ullswater all have covered boats, many with refreshments and toilets on board. And any ele…

RMT mark 60 years since the Beeching report

The report published in March 1963 led to the slimming down of the UK’s railway network with hundreds of stations and railway lines closed.
Lines in Cumbria were closed due to the report including the Keswick to Penrith line, the Keswick to Workington …