![Pinterest](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://uknews.evprotec.com/lake-district-local-urges-tourists-to-follow-unofficial-rules-in-the-countryside/&media=https://uknews.evprotec.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/0_Senior-Couple-Hiking-with-Dog.jpg&description=The Lake District may be one of the most beautiful parts of the UK and loved by huge numbers of people who have visited it, but it is also suffering from the strain of the 18 million people who visit it a year Visitors to the Lake District have been urged to follow five simple rules so the area is preserved and kept beautiful. The diverse, dramatic landscapes and quaint towns of the Lakes have been inspiring visitors there for hundreds of years. However, over tourism is threatening to spoil what makes the area so lovely. Around 18 million people visited the Lake District in 2022, providing a huge financial boost to the area but also putting a strain on its trails and idyllic villages. Jerry Rebbeck, who works at Lakes' cottage firm Wheelwrights, has given his tip tips on how you can visit responsibly and share the Lake District with care. Although it can be tempting to take the car, big queues often form on tiny country roads in the Lake District, particularly on sunny days and bank holidays. The congestion is not only be frustrating as a driver on holiday, but it's also inconvenient for residents and other road users, such as cyclists and walkers. "There are lots of ways to travel around the Lake District without a car. Cycling and hiking from place to place are two of the best ways to see the park whilst reducing congestion. There are plenty of places to hire bikes if you don't have your own," Jerry said. "As well as this, the new inclusive park and explore allows you to choose one of six car parks and then travel conveniently between many of the main attractions by bus. Not only does this reduce congestion, but it also allows you to relax and save money too." In addition to congestion, driving can cause noise and air pollution, which can be especially severe at busy times. As well as disturbing local residents, it can also irk the wildlife. One of the main ways to reduce noise and air pollution is to adhere to speed limits and drive smoothly. "People are often dr){kind=link}
The Lake District may be one of the most beautiful parts of the UK and loved by huge numbers of people who have visited it, but it is also suffering from the strain of the 18 million people who visit it a year
Visitors to the Lake District have been urged to follow five simple rules so the area is preserved and kept beautiful.
The diverse, dramatic landscapes and quaint towns of the Lakes have been inspiring visitors there for hundreds of years. However, over tourism is threatening to spoil what makes the area so lovely. Around 18 million people visited the Lake District in 2022, providing a huge financial boost to the area but also putting a strain on its trails and idyllic villages.
Jerry Rebbeck, who works at Lakes’ cottage firm Wheelwrights, has given his tip tips on how you can visit responsibly and share the Lake District with care.
Although it can be tempting to take the car, big queues often form on tiny country roads in the Lake District, particularly on sunny days and bank holidays. The congestion is not only be frustrating as a driver on holiday, but it’s also inconvenient for residents and other road users, such as cyclists and walkers.