 History
The beauty and character of the present-day Lake District is a product of the last Ice Age, more than 20,000 years ago. The entire area is a visual feast. Today, we think of the Lake District as a natural habitat, but generations of farmers have contributed to its distinctive beauty, particularly with the upland farming of sheep. Traditional farming maintains the region’s unique character and preserves its environment. These efforts have recently been recognised internationally. Following the Rio Earth Summit, Cumbria was the first region in the world to be granted Green Globe Destination status. This is awarded to areas that manage tourism in an environmentally sustainable way.
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