UK Youth Fund Supports Inclusive Residential Outdoor Experiences at Calvert Lakes
We’re proud to announce the successful delivery of a series of funded residential and day visit outdoor learning experiences as part of the UK Youth funded Adventures Away from Home programme. Designed to support young people aged 11–18, and up to 25 for those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), the programme provides meaningful opportunities for learners to engage in accessible outdoor learning activities in the Lake District. These experiences encourage personal development, learning outside the classroom and promote a […]
Calvert Stables Celebrate 50 Years of Changing Lives Through Inclusive Riding
Our Lake District Calvert Trust Riding Centre, an RDA (Riding for the Disabled Association) stables is marking its 50th anniversary in 2026, celebrating five decades of providing life-changing experiences for people of all abilities, ages and experience. Since our founding in 1976, Calvert Stables has supported thousands of children and adults, offering opportunities to build […]
Rare Opening of Historic Nunwick Hall Gardens in Support of the Lake District Calvert Trust
We’re delighted to announce an exclusive Garden Party at Nunwick Hall on the 14th of June, offering a unique opportunity to explore the estate’s private gardens, opening to the public for the first time in over five years. Nestled in the heart of the Eden Valley, Nunwick Hall’s gardens on the outskirts of Great Salkeld have long been admired but […]
Jonathan Gibson’s Story
Experiencing Calvert from a teachers perspective Jonathan Gibson has been bringing students to Calvert Lakes for several years now and firmly believes his learners benefit greatly from trying new things and spending time outdoors here. We invited Jonathan to our 50th birthday Open Day celebration in March and asked him about his experience of Calvert […]
Cumbrian Charity Asks Public to join 24 hour Mountain Challenge during critical Fundraising Week – It’s a Doddle!
The Lake District Calvert Trust is inviting supporters, schools, businesses, and community groups across the UK to get behind its latest fundraising campaign, as part of The Big Give Christmas Challenge, which runs from 2–9 December 2025. The Big Give is a nationwide fundraising initiative where every donation made during the campaign week is match […]
Lakeland charity welcomes latest charity partner
Cumbrian Brewing Company launches ‘Pints with a Purpose’ supporting accessible outdoors charity in 50th anniversary year and beyond
Hearts and Hooves: The Calvert Collection x V.K.Oils
We’re delighted to announce an exciting collaboration between a Cumbrian artist and Calvert Stables. Over the past six months, Cumbrian-based artist Victoria Knipe, known professionally as V.K Oils, has joined forces with the Lake District Calvert Trust to create a collection of paintings inspired by the wonderful horses of Calvert Stables. These one-of-a-kind acrylic artworks […]
Lakeland District Calvert Trust celebrates new charity partnership with award-winning Keswick tourism operator
A leading Cumbrian charity providing accessible outdoor adventure to thousands of people living with disability around the UK has secured an exciting new partnership with an award-winning Keswick tourism operator. The Lake District Calvert Trust, today announced that Castlerigg Hall Camping, Caravanning and Glamping Park have become the organisation’s latest key charity partner. The partnership will […]
Calvert Stables launch fundraising campaign for newest herd member
On Sunday 31 August, staff from Keswick’s much loved Calvert Stables will undertake a ‘trap push’ from Keswick to Threlkeld and back again on the old railway line. Stables Manager, Lou Hogan along with Becky, Rosie, Abbie and some willing volunteers have set themselves this challenge as part of fundraising efforts to raise money for […]
Lakeland charity partnership celebrates astonishing fundraising year!
A leading Lake District supermarket and Lakeland charity are celebrating a hugely successful, year-long fundraising partnership. Booths Keswick staff selected The Lake District Calvert Trust as their charity partner back in Summer 2024. After 12 months of heroic efforts by the Keswick team, the final fundraising total has been revealed as £34,120.96! The 100-strong store […]
Cumbrian charity celebrates Summer with not one – but two outdoor theatre performances!
Friends of the Calvert Trust (Lake District) are inviting locals and visitors alike to join in with a variety of lively events this summer to help support their work of making outdoor adventure accessible to all. First and up comes outdoor theatre in a glorious setting! Back for 2025, the hugely talented outdoor theatre group […]
Calvert Stables celebrates 25 years of long service for Becky
Calvert Stables is celebrating 25 years long service for Instructor, Becky Roberts.