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:

• Avoiding needing help
  We've been struck by some reports from Wasdale MRT about recent rescues they've undertaken. We have some thoughts.
• Morecambe Bay Walk 2025
  On Saturday, 16th August you can join the Friends of the Lake District on this unique sponsored walk across the tidal sands of Morecambe Bay to raise money to protect Lake District landscapes.
• It's Tick Time Again
  It's the spring so the ticks are out again looking for a meal off you or your dog. We've already found two on ours.
• Think Before You Park
  Cumberland Council is reminding visitors to the area's scenic beauty spots -particularly around Stonethwaite and Wasdale - to park responsibly and with consideration for others.
• Gauging Stations Update
  We've been doing some work on the "water levels" overlay in our mapping app.
• Hills Database Updated
  We've just imported the latest version, 18.2, of the Database of British and Irish hills.
• Top Ten Bagged Hills
  In our site you can record if you've got to the top of any of our hills and so we now have stats, and also a top ten.
• Bluesky joins Mastodon, Instagram and Facebook
  We have now added Bluesky to our portfolio of social media accounts.
• Christmas shopping
  Not got your Christmas cards yet? Looking for Lake District related presents? Then why not stroll over to the Friends of the Lake District shop ...
• 20 Lake District Barns Rescued
  Twenty historic barns across the Lake District are being saved thanks to more than £2.6 million from DEFRA and more than £55k from applicants.