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‘Exhausted’ Dog Had To Be Rescued By Mountain Team After Hiking Scafell Pike

May 15, 2023 The Yorkshireman Leave a comment

There was a different type of rescue mission that took place this weekend. A tired pupper had to be helped down from Britain’s highest mountain.

An exhausted dog had to be carried down Scafell Pike by mountain rescue about reports of an ‘injured and exhausted dog’ who was ‘refusing to move’.

The rescue mission took four hours and thirteen volunteers to carry the canine down from the huge mountain after the request, which came on a return journey to Langdale from the top of Scafell Pike.

The team was called out at around 6:25pm on Saturday 13th May.

A spokesperson for Keswick Mountain Rescue Team said “it was a joy to carry such a relatively lightweight casualty” praising the dog for remaining “cool, calm and positively regal throughout!”.

The team posted the rescue to its pages writing: “The Keswick team met the casualty and owners high up Grains Gill. The casualty was made comfortable in a ‘cas bag’ on the stretcher and sledged/carried back to Seathwaite Farm.

“Despite being quite a large dog at 33kg it was a joy to carry such a relatively lightweight casualty. The casualty remained cool, calm and positively regal throughout!”

“The casualty and owners were given a lift to Keswick Team Base where other members of their party collected them.”

The 42nd rescue mission by the team is sure to go down in history – and the team will have celebrated a job well done having saved man’s best friend.

People were quick to comment on the post with one person having a similar occurrence with their own dog: “I think ‘ the casualty’ is enjoying the ride! I know how easily this can happen from past experience. My 32 kilo labradoodle once “went on strike” 9 miles into a 10 mile coastal path walk in Anglesey.”

Another wrote: “Well done team, excellent work! It happens to our dog friends too sometimes – our dog once went lame at the summit of a mountain – luckily she only weighed in at 16kilos”

We are sure that the doggo is still sleeping off its excursion.

Article orginally posted on the-yorkshireman.com

Feature Image Credit: Keswick Mountain Rescue

Travel

Three Lake District Spots Have Been Named In Top 10 UK Easter Destinations

March 27, 2023 The Yorkshireman Leave a comment

Lake District National Park in Cumbria has been featured three times in the best places to visit for Easter in a recent survey which is no surprise to us,

The beautiful idyllic towns and villages have tourists flocking all year round, but it seems that it may be a bit busier than usual according to a study by Airbnb.

The Yorkshireman reports that Windermere, Ambleside, and Keswick featured in the list with Windermere in 6th, Ambleside in 7th, and Keswick in 10th. With the stunning lake they sit on and the beautiful hikes that surround the areas – we love visiting the humble little spots.

Amanda Cupples, from Airbnb says: “Easter is a perfect time to go away with your loved ones, but we know that choosing where to go, whether abroad or in the UK, can be a hard decision, especially in the current cost of living crisis.

“That’s why we’re excited to share some of the most popular destinations Brits love to travel to in Easter, to help provide inspiration, as well as a wishlist of Airbnbs in the UK with brilliant value for money.”

Brits looking for a weekend away this Easter are looking for beaches, amazing pools, iconic cities, National Parks, and countryside all of which can be found in good ol’ Yorkshire.

Check out the most popular domestic destinations in the UK to visit over Easter below:

1) Scarborough, England

2) Belfast, Northern Ireland

3) Peak Forest, England

4) Weymouth, England

5) Tenby, Wales

6) Windermere, England

7) Ambleside, England

8) Blackpool, England

9) Aviemore, Scotland

10) Keswick, England

Feature Image Credit: Pixabay

Travel

You Can Now Stay In A Converted Fire Engine With Stunning Views Of The Lake District

May 10, 2022 The Yorkshireman Leave a comment

Just when you thought the staycation inspo couldn’t get any better, we stumbled upon this absolute gem.

Keswick is full of unique accommodation, but if one of them ticks all the boxes – it’s The Old Fire Engine. Nestled in a quiet and secluded spot in a little place called Scales, near Keswick, the incredible converted fire truck makes for a memorable stay – and it’s fun for all the family.

Big, red and full of little nods to its past, the truck takes alternative accommodation to the next level, with a pole in its living room (that you can actually slide down), a ladder-style staircase making going to bed a little adventure, and all the luxuries you need to feel home-from-home. The living room is fully equipped with a TV and WiFi, so you can wind down from a long day of exploring the beauty of the Lake District with an episode of Corrie before heading to bed.

The main bedroom can be found at the top of the truck, with cosy features including a red carpet and checkered red furnishings, keeping in-theme with the Big Red’s heritage.

Downstairs by the living room, you’ll find a smaller bedroom equipped with two beds – which are actually single-sized fire trucks, perfect for keeping the kids happy. Complete with bright red bedding, they’ll feel like a real fire fighter for the entirety of their stay. If the lovely little touch of the beds wasn’t exciting enough, there’s also a little cabin at the end of the truck full of dress-up items such as fireman uniforms, hats and even a truck hose. That’ll keep the little buggers busy.

The dining space and decking overlooks the countryside, providing undisturbed views of Blencathra fells, where you can kick back with a glass of wine and have an al fresco dinner before checking out the truck’s very own sauna. Yep, you read that right.

Just five miles from the truck is the lovely town of Keswick, as well as the nearby Lakes Distillery and the uber-fun Go Ape. Head towards the picturesque Derwentwater, potter around the town, or check out the historic Castlerigg Stone Circle – either way, you’ll get some stunning photos to remember your trip with.

Fancy yourself an idyllic trip to the Lakes? Find out more about the unique fire truck and book your stay here.

Originally published on The Yorkshireman.