Lake District National Park LPA BNG

The Lake District National Park, located in Cumbria, North West England, is renowned for its stunning mountainous landscapes, lakes, woodlands, and diverse habitats. Covering approximately 2,362 square kilometres, it is England’s largest national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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While not a typical Local Planning Authority, the Lake District National Park Authority holds planning powers and implements Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) aligned with the Environment Act 2021. Most developments within the park are expected to deliver a minimum of 10% BNG through habitat creation, restoration, or off-site biodiversity credits.

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The park lies within the Lake District National Character Area, characterised by upland fell habitats, ancient woodlands, blanket bogs, rivers, and lakes. Its habitats support a rich variety of species including red squirrels, freshwater fish, peregrine falcons, and rare bryophytes.

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Effective BNG in the Lake District involves protecting sensitive upland habitats and enhancing habitat connectivity across valleys, woodlands, and watercourses.

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Our ecological services provide BNG assessments, habitat surveys, metric calculations, and guidance on local biodiversity offsetting options within this unique upland landscape.