Cumbria is a special place for all of us who live, work or holiday here. However, the effects of climate change have become difficult to ignore, with more frequent storms, flooding and changing temperatures impacting our homes and businesses and leaving their mark on the countryside that we love.

Between 22-29 April, we held our annual Big Give fundraising appeal, aiming to raise £20,000 to help us continue to stand up for a low carbon future for our county, safeguarding it for the next generation.

Thanks to 106 generous donations, we managed to raise £13,864.25 (including Gift Aid) in just one week! Every penny will support positive climate action that pushes forward the policies and projects that make our homes, communities, and the county that we love more secure. 

We’d like to say a heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who supported our campaign – whether that’s by donating, telling family and friends. or sharing our posts on social media.