Festive lights are twinkling in Windermere after volunteers rallied round at the last minute.

Michael Moody says a court judgement for the missed fine means he is unable to renew his mortgages.

The collection, which can be viewed online, ranges in date from the early 1900s up to the 1980s.

Park bosses say the scheme would support both the existing business and local community.

A council says problems with anchor points for the lights could not be fixed in time for Christmas.

The ferry, which saves motorists a long drive around the lake, will be off until 21 November.

The Lake District National Park Authority approves the plans as part of the Windermere Gateway Project.

Plans for a course at Windermere were rejected in 2023, leading to a revision and new application.