Incident report

Edale and Buxton Mountain Rescue Teams called to rendezvous at Woodseats Farm following the report of a mountain biker having fallen whilst descending The Great Ridge from Hollins Cross.

The biker, from Ilkeston, Derbyshire, was treated on scene by rescue team medics for suspected hip / pelvic injuries.  He was then carried by stretcher to a waiting air-ambulance for transfer to hospital for further examination and care.