Walker airlifted to safety after suffering “several injuries” during fall along popular Peak District walking route

The Glossop Mountain Rescue Team were called to reports of an injured walker in the Peak District on Sunday, April 27.

A team spokesperson said: “On Sunday afternoon, the team were called out to a lady who had fallen while on the popular ‘Seven Falls’ walk in Arnfield.

“She had landed in the stream, but due to the nature of the several injuries she had sustained, there was great concern about moving her from that location.

“We quickly mobilised the team, and on arrival, it was recognised that this would either require considerable rope-work to get her to safe ground – which may have compromised her further. The decision was made to request support from a Coastguard Helicopter.

“We used our kit to treat and stabilise her injuries and pain, whilst also rigging a rope system in case it was needed. Coastguard Helicopter ‘Rescue 936’ was dispatched to our location and was on scene in 30 minutes. The winch crew reassessed the lady and subsequently winched her to the helicopter and transported her onward to definitive care.

“A heartfelt thank you to our colleagues at Rescue 936 for their assistance with this one. Also, a huge thank you and well done to the family and the passing group who called this in to us. Good work – you are all stars.”

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