Reds sell beds – Beatrix Potter’s Tale of Squirrel Nutkin leaves little doubt that red squirrels are an important icon of the English Lake District, something people associate with this area and expect to see when they visit. Cumbria is one of the few mainland counties in England still to have red squirrels – it would be a tragic waste of this natural asset to let our red squirrels die out, which is what will happen if we don’t take action to protect them.
We hear the delight when visitors report to us that they’ve spotted a red squirrel, often the first they’ve ever seen. This is why we’re asking local businesses for their help to keep our red squirrels thriving.
Corporate membership is available for £50, and is included for those businesses sponsoring us for larger amounts. If your business can help us to keep Cumbria red, please get in touch>> and we’d be delighted to arrange a meeting to explain in more detail.