Tourism

• What is one consequence of tourists not sticking to designated paths?

  It causes footpath erosion.
• How do tourists climbing over stone walls affect the environment?

  It damages the walls and causes further expense.
• Why is hill sheep farming found in the Lake District?

  Because the slopes are too steep for machinery.
• What are two reasons for hill sheep farming in the Lake District?

  Poor climate and high altitudes.
• What problem arises when tourists leave gates open?

  It allows farm animals to escape and causes farmers to lose money.
• How does parking in front of goods gates affect farmers?

  It restricts farmers' access to fields, especially with large farm machinery.
• What is one effect of tourists dropping litter?

  It causes visual pollution and is a choking hazard for animals.
• What issue arises from letting pet dogs off lead in farming areas?

  It allows them to chase and scare sheep.
• How does noise pollution from tourists affect sheep?


  It can scare sheep, especially during the lambing season.
• Educating tourists about the importance of not climbing over stone walls helps preserve the walls and reduces unnecessary expenses for repairs.