THESE are the top ten best performing stories based on web hits that we published in the Mail last week.

Lifeboat drifting across Morecambe Bay picked up by RNLI

A LIFEBOAT that drifted across Morecambe Bay and into Heysham Channel was picked up by the RNLI. 

Volunteers from Morecambe RNLI said that they were called to service to reports of a ship's lifeboat drifting across the channel possibly with people on board at 2.07pm on Wednesday, April 10. 

READ MORE HERE: Lifeboat drifting across Morecambe Bay and into shipping channel picked up by RNLI

Lake District pub ordered to remove hot tubs, seating and play area

HOT tubs, seating and a play area must be removed from a Lake District pub.

A government inspector has ordered the removal of lighting posts, part of a seating and play area as well as hot tubs from land to the west of Garr Lane in Torver in connection with The Wilson Arms.

READ MORE HERE: Pub ordered to remove hot tubs, seating and play area

Dave Myers: Barrow Raiders announce tribute concert for Hairy Biker

Barrow Raiders have confirmed that they will be putting on a concert in tribute to Dave Myers.

The rugby club will act as the end point of 'Dave Day' on June 8, which will see up to 10,000 motorbike enthusiasts ride from London to Barrow in memory of the beloved TV personality.

READ MORE HERE: Hairy Bikers: Tribute concert to be held in Barrow on 'Dave Day'

Famous Lake District hotel welcomes Hollywood elite

An award-winning Lake District hotel and restaurant that "quickly became a celebrity hangout" has welcomed more than just a couple of well-known TV faces.

It was recently revealed that two Hollywood megastars also dined at the Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa.

READ MORE HERE: Lake District hotel that's a hit with celebs welcomes Hollywood elite for dinner

BBC's Countryfile: Presenters tackle Lake District road trip

The Lake District will appear on BBC's Countryfile this weekend as presenters on the show experience 'mishaps' along Cumbria's most 'notorious' passes.

The UK is home to some of the most challenging and dangerous roads around and many can be found in the Lake District.

READ MORE HERE: 'Mishaps' and more as BBC's Countryfile visits 'notorious' parts of Cumbria

Hairy Bikers: Over 5,000 ride in Yorkshire in memory of Dave Myers

THOUSANDS of motorcyclists rode to honour the legacy of Barrow-born Hairy Biker Dave Myers.

The bikers gathered in Beverley before setting off to Scarborough following a similar route to one Dave took with his co-star Si King in 2021 for an episode of Hairy Bikers Go North. 

READ MORE HERE: Thousands of bikers ride out to honour Barrow-born Dave Myers

Incident levels highest since 2015 at Appleby Horse Fair

IN 2023, Appleby Fair saw the highest number of arrests and animal welfare incidents since 2015, partly attributed to hot temperatures and a higher presence of authorities. 

Despite last year boasting 'the best year yet' due to its prominence in reemphasising the cultural significance of the Fair with guests such as the Archbishop of York in attendance, the 2023 Fair was marred by the death of a 15-year-old boy. 

READ MORE HERE: Highest arrests and animal welfare incidents since 2015 at Appleby Horse Fair

Chance to have say on major facelift to BAE's Devonshire Dock Hall

RESIDENTS are being invited to drop-in events as BAE plans to give a major facelift to one of Barrow's most iconic buildings.

Engagement events are to be held to focus on the planned recladding of Devonshire Dock Hall.

READ MORE HERE: Chance to have your say on major facelift planned for iconic Barrow building

Furness rotary club faces race to recruit more members

A community group in Furness is facing an uncertain future after their efforts to recruit new members fell flat.

The Rotary Club of Furness hosted two public meetings at Dunelm Mill’s Pausa Café in Barrow but no potential new volunteers turned up.

READ MORE HERE: Rotary club refuses to give up despite 'disaster' recruitment drive