The incident happened on a fell overlooking Bassenthwaite Lake. Photo: Keswick MRT

Mountain rescuers were called out to a incident in which a farmer suffered fatal injuries.

The Keswick team said the callout was poignant as the 52-year-old casualty was known to some of its members.

Keswick Mountain Rescue Team was alerted about 11.30am on Sunday to the incident at High Side, overlooking Bassenthwaite Lake.

A team spokesperson said the accident happened during a routine day on the farm. “His family and co-workers were nearby and did all they could with first aid until land and air ambulance crews arrived.

“As the accident occurred 200m up a fell additional support from Keswick MRT was requested. Several doctors, paramedics, and ambulance staff made a sustained effort but sadly could not save him.

“The man was an old school friend to a couple of team members who attended the call so it was a particularly poignant incident for Keswick MRT.

“Our deepest sympathies go out to the man’s family and friends.”