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:

• 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.
• Rydal Cave
  As people can now visit the Lake District and go for walks we've been considering what we can sensibly recommend.
• A Plea from Patterdale MRT
  In the light of the relaxation of restrictions on movement in England Patterdale MRT are asking you to think carefully before coming to the Lakes and heading off up the fells.
• Pooley Bridge Replacement
  Last Thursday the new bridge at Pooley Bridge, replacing the old one which was washed away by Storm Desmond, was swung into place.
• Lochaber MRT on Monday's Rescue
  On Monday night Lochaber MRT had to rescue four poorly equipped people from Ben Nevis in blizzard conditions. This got a lot of attention from the public and Lochaber have now written about that. We think it deserves wider circulation.
• Why we don't use What 3 Words
  We think that What Three Words is an interesting idea but the business model the company behind it is using makes it unsuitable for fell walking.
• "In Our Hands"
  Commissioned in 2019 to recognise the 85th anniversary of Friends of the Lake District, "In Our Hands" is a film with a bewitching blend of poetry and superlative visual imagery.