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Esthwaite Water in the Lake District, England

Lake District, England

South Lakeland: Windermere

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Lake District to ban electric boats after near-misses with wild swimmers • Apr. 23, 2025, 4:02 AM ET (The Telegraph)

Lake District dog owners urged to keep pets on leads near sheep • Apr. 5, 2025, 3:25 AM ET (BBC)

Lake District advert boards refused over 'clutter' fears • Apr. 1, 2025, 9:08 AM ET (BBC)

Lake District 11-hour rescue saves seriously hurt climber • Mar. 30, 2025, 7:07 AM ET (BBC)

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Esthwaite Water in the Lake District, England

Lake District, England

South Lakeland: Windermere

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