Volunteering is a great way of getting out on the fells and help look after paths for everyone's enjoyment. You can take part in practical maintenance tasks, monitor upland path repair work and help visitors enjoy and understand what makes the Lake District National Park so special.
Long-term volunteers are involved in Lengthsman tasks and leading Fix the Fells-themed events run by the National Park. There are also short-term opportunities through group volunteering and on working holidays with the National Trust.
So what's the verdict?
"I live on a council estate... where I live is just bricks and mortar. Being here has made me appreciate and understand the Lake District" - Littledale Hall Therapeutic Community member
"Thank you for a wonderful time. I have enjoyed being here and helping to change and rebuild the countrside. Also thank you for the friendliness. It was a nice, funny, beautiful week!" - Working Holiday volunteer
"My feelings of being in touch with nature has been doubled overnight and I am beginning to see just how many beautiful sights, sounds and experiences I've yet to discover here on my doorstep" - Littledale Hall Therapeutic Community member
