Catamaran aids Windermere ranger work

A catamaran will be used by rangers to patrol England's longest lake, to reflect a shift in leisure activities.

 

Lake Windermere Launch Area

 

The Lake District National Park Authority said it would provide a more stable platform for their work on Windermere than the inflatable and motorboat currently used.

The Cheetah catamaran is similar to vessels used by police and the Environment Agency.

Rangers enforce by-laws, offer safety advice and carry out conservation work.

Park management ranger Sara Spicer said: "We are encouraging a shift from fast watersports towards sailing, paddle craft and open water swimming.

"As the emphasis alters, so does our role.

"These days an important part of our work is watching out for the ever-growing number of swimmers, advising them to be visible and boat users to be on the look-out for them."

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Demise of the Brockhole monkey puzzle tree 

Brockhole are having to restore the views which visitors have come to enjoy. In order to do this certain memorial trees and the monkey puzzle tree have to be cut down.

Although this feature is much loved and many photos have been taken of it, it more than just an ornamental tree, it tells the cultural story of the Gaddum family, the original owners of the site, who planted it.

So the solution is to take a cutting from the original tree in order to replant the monkey puzzle tree in a better location that does not obstruct the views.

The planting of a new Monkey Puzzle tree demonstrates that this vision is not just about now but about the long-term future. Restoring what is essential, and ensuring that Brockhole remains relevant now and tomorrow.

 

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Just a quick laugh

I thought you might like a bit of a laugh, came across these pictures that were sent to me and wanted to share with you all.

This chap was going for GOLD for surfing, at least if it was an Olympic spot then he would certainly be in the running for a bravery GOLD. I have to wonder what happened next, it must have really hurt!!

Well, it appears that the animal kingdom are just as bad as the humans for obeying signs, however this kingfisher just wants to prove it's point!! (King of Fishing, perhaps).

Hope these keep you going at the start of the week, with all its highs and lows.

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Launch of a Landing Page

We have been planning and discussing the format for a landing page to help our guests who would be looking for cottages in a specific area of the Lake District. In this case it was for Ambleside.

See how our Ambleside Lake District Cottages landing page looks. If you like it tell us on our facebook page or tweet us. If you like the page tell your friends and family, perhaps they are looking for a self catering holiday in this part of the Lake District.

The next post will be explaining the layout and use of the landing page as displayed below.