A Northumberland trail has been named as one of the top hikes to do this May bank holiday.

Temporary campsite near Bassenthwaite cleared to operate for 60 days this summer after wastewater measures were accepted.

Discover off-grid North East escapes, from woodland shepherd huts with hot tubs to wild camping and eco cabins.

Researchers have confirmed that a tornado struck a community southeast of London, Ont., after severe thunderstorms earlier ...

Passionate paddlers formed a protest flotilla in the Lake District at the weekend to demand action on sewage pollution.

Alfred Wainwright’s famous series lists 214 fells in Lakeland, but which are the best peaks? We map the routes to tackle ...

In December 1975, the bulk carrier Lake Illawarra was carrying 10,000 tons of zinc ore concentrate up the Derwent River ...

Slope repairs have been completed along the B5289 near Derwent Water. The repairs, near Ashness Bridge in the Keswick area, were carried out by Metcalfe’s Plant Hire on behalf of Cumberland Council ...

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An antique map stored on the Lakes Guide website provides a fascinating glimpse into the make-up of Cumbria in 1573, the era of Elizabeth I.

Cragg House Farm is a real boots-on-the-ground working farm, and the experiences offered for visitors provide an insight into how the land works ...