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Nature Festival Builds Community Bridges in Cumbria
14 Jun
Summary
- First nature festival held on Lowther Estate aims to connect with community.
- Event showcases nature recovery work through walks and family activities.
- Lowther Estate is restoring habitats to reverse wildlife decline.
A new nature festival, taking place for the first time on the Lowther Estate in Cumbria, hopes to foster stronger connections with the local community. Organized by Cumbria Connect, a collaboration of farmers, landowners, and conservationists including the Lowther Estate, the event aims to showcase ongoing nature recovery work. This initiative seeks to improve public understanding and address misconceptions surrounding conservation efforts.
The festival offers a variety of activities, including guided walks, cycle tours, and family-oriented experiences. Visitors can explore Lowther's newly developed wetland hide or learn about the resident beavers. Guided woodland tours are also available, providing opportunities to observe nocturnal mammals. These activities are designed to demonstrate how different habitats on the estate interact and support each other, illustrating nature recovery in action.
The Lowther Estate is actively shifting away from intensive farming to restore habitats, create wetlands, and establish wildflower meadows. This transition aims to reverse the decline in insects, birds, and wildlife. Organizers hope the festival, beginning on July 4th, will allow the estate to celebrate its conservation achievements and encourage open dialogue with the public about its positive environmental work.
