A WALKER 'took a tumble' after a rock fell and landed on his arm, with helicopter crews winching the man from the scene.

Wasdale MRT, Cockermouth Mountain Rescue Team, Duddon and Furness Mountain Rescue Team, Maritime and Coastguard Agency Rescue199 were called out to White Napes, Great Gable at 2:46pm on May, 19.

The man was airlifted from the scene by coast guard teams, with mountain rescue teams wishing the walker 'a speedy recovery'.

In a statement, Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team said: "A call was received from North West Ambulance Service about a walker who had taken a tumble after a rock fell and landed on his arm.

"A full callout was made. With the prospect of a very difficult stretcher evacuation, additional support was obtained from Duddon and Furness MRT and also Cockermouth MRT, who happened to be in the area training in Piers Gill. Air support was also requested, and Coastguard helicopter Rescue 199 was tasked.

"As all MR teams were mobilising, the good news was received that the walker had been able to be assessed and winched from the scene by the helicopter crew, thus saving time and significant energy from the three teams.

"We wish the walker a swift recovery from his injuries. Thanks to all teams for their support."