AQA GCSE Lake District National Park

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1.UKs

largest NP – 2

million visitors per yr

2.

Physical attractions - hill

walking, rock climbing, mountain biking, fishing and boating

3.

Human attractions – historical buildings

4.

Tourists

need roads, parking, accommodation, shops and restaurants which pose a threat to the countryside

5.

Locals concerned about congestion, littering and noise

6.

Some

paths have been rebuilt or access restricted

7.Public

transport improved e.g. Langdale

Rambler bus service. Visitors encouraged to use the buses instead of cars

8.Honeypot

site – Windermere

9. Tourism provides local employment,

services benefit locals

10. Seasonal employment and low wages