Locals opposing controversial plans to protect areas of the Lake District in the UK from future flooding by rewilding la

The Lake District National Park faces challenges as sheep farmers recover from past events and confront new issues like rewilding. The National Trust's purchase of Thwaite Farm has sparked debate over land management and flood prevention. While some advocate for rewilding to restore natural processes, local farmers express concerns about changes to the landscape and their way of life. The National Trust aims to balance conservation with community interests, focusing on natural flood management strategies.

How has Storm Desmond impacted the Lake District National Park?

What are some of the strategies being considered to prevent flooding in the Lake District?