Most National Parks are in highland areas. In some, like the Lake District and Snowdonia the scenery is largely the result of erosion by valley glaciers. In others, such as The Yorkshire Dales and The Peak District parks the presence of limestone rock has been a very big influence.

What is a National Park?

National Parks of England and Wales defined by an Act of Parliament (1949) as:

"areas of great natural beauty giving opportunity for open air recreation, established so that natural beauty can be preserved and enhanced, and so that the enjoyment of the scenery by the public can be promoted "

Why are National Parks being used more frequently?

1. An increase in car ownership means people are now more mobile than in the past.
2. People now have more leisure time
3. Increase in wealth
4. Easy access
5. Longer paid holidays

What problems do people cause in National Parks?