Paul Oldham

Paul is a co-founder of WalkLakes. His parents were cub and scout leaders so he's been hiking since he could walk. Having a mathematical mind maps hold a particular fascination for him and as well as developing this site he wrote our mapping application. He's also a keen photographer and has now deserted his SLR for a Sony α7II compact system camera and an ever increasing collection of lenses.

Recent blog posts by Paul Oldham:

• Chris Lewis Support Fund
  Chris Lewis of Patterdale MRT suffered life changing injuries while assisting some camping illegally on Red Screes. Could you consider making a donation to his support fund?
• An Appeal from Cumbria's Mountain Rescue teams
  We are publishing this appeal from Cumbria's Mountain Rescue teams in full and we urge you to read it before venturing out into the fells.
• Lake District to feature on New Stamp
  The Lake District is to feature as part of the Royal Mail's first set of 2021 special stamps.
• 2020: a Mixed Year for Mountain Rescue
  Annual figures tell a mixed story across Mountain Rescue in England and Wales.
• New Visitors to Cumbria remain a Problem
  The LDSAMRA have issued a press release talking about the problems that the rise in inexperienced walkers is causing them.
• The Fell Top Assessors are Back
  The Fell Top Assessors are back for another season bringing you daily reports on conditions in the high fells.
• Walking Near Cattle
  There's been a number of incidents recently across the UK with walkers being badly injured or killed by cattle. We've got some thoughts on how to avoid the next walker being you.
• Camping in the Lake District
  Everyone want to come and camp in the Lake District at the moment so here's some advice to help you if you're planning to come.
• Coronavirus News
  The Lake District is now cautiously re-opening and the LDNPA have been updating their guidance which is worth a read if you're thinking of coming this way.

  [Last revised on 4th July]
• The Keswick to Threlkeld Path Tunnel
  The path from Keswick to Threlkeld along the old railway line is currently being restored after Storm Desmond. As part of that a long closed tunnel is being re-opened.