July 2020 saw calls for a congestion charge in the Lakes and pubs reopen
2020 has been a year like no other. Here we look back at Cumbria 2020, the highs, lows and the impact of the global pandemic on the county. As the heatwave continued in July, the government gave the go ahead for pubs, restaurants and hair salons to reopen. Many hard-hit Lakes businesses saw a welcomed boost from the Staycation market as many Brits looked to holiday within the UK. SUNNY: A summer heatwave hit south Cumbria The tourism spike and hot weather in areas such as Windermere, Bowness, Ambleside, Coniston and Kendal led to police issuing a plea to visitors to respect the area.
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