Lake District Flashcards
What are the two most famous peaks in the Lake District, and how many miles of footpaths and rights of way are there across the national park?
The two most famous peaks in the Lake District are Old Man Coniston and Scafell Pike. There are a total of 2000 miles of footpaths and rights of way across the national park.
Name some examples of fauna and flora found in the Lake District.
Fauna in the Lake District includes red squirrels, osprey, deer, and otters. Flora includes juniper, wild daffodils, bluebells, and primroses.
What is the current issue with footpaths in the Lake District, and how much does it cost to fix a 300m pathway?
Footpaths in the Lake District have widened over time, with some paths now being 12m wide. It costs £45,000 to fix a 300m pathway.
How many tourists visit the Lake District each year, and how much did they spend in 2014?
16 million tourists visit the Lake District each year, and in 2014 they spent £1.1 billion
What is “Fix the Fells,” and when was it launched?
“Fix the Fells” is a project launched in 2001 by Joanne Backshall to address the widening of footpaths and erosion issues in the Lake District.
Provide some examples of the work done by Fix the Fells.
Fix the Fells has fixed some gullies that are 30m wide and 4m deep. They have tended to 400 miles of pathways.
How much money has Fix the Fells spent in the past 20 years, and how much is needed in the next decade?
Fix the Fells has spent £10 million in the past 20 years, and £5 million is needed in the next decade.
How many rangers and volunteers are involved with Fix the Fells?
Fix the Fells has 26 rangers and 110 volunteers.
What concept is illustrated by the impact of tourism spending in the Lake District?
The multiplier effect is illustrated by the impact of tourism spending, as it generates additional economic activity beyond the initial spending.
