The government has allocated more funding to help repair the damage done to the Lake District during last November.
During a visit to Cumbria last week, flooding minister Huw Irranca-Davies announced £330,000 from the latest round of round of flood protection grants will go towards preparing the region for tourists and visitors this summer.
Part of the cash will be used to repair the footpaths, gates, footbridges and stiles that were damaged by the floodwater – good news for those planning on experiencing the range of walks the Lakes has to offer during a stay in a Lake District holiday cottage.
The money "will ensure visitors and local people can continue to enjoy the National Park’s natural beauty" observed Mr Irranca-Davies, adding a portion will also go towards flood protection measures designed to limit damage to houses.
Speaking last December shortly after the flooding took place, Mark Eccles of the Lake District National Park urged visitors to be careful on pathways until all the necessary repair work has been carried out.
Posted by Toby Lawrence
