Rescuers stretcher the injured walker from the fell. Photo: Keswick MRT

A passing nurse who was walking in the area went to the aid of a woman who injured herself while walking above Rosthwaite in the Lake District.

She was with two other women, heading towards Castle Crag when she slipped and twisted her knee.

Keswick Mountain Rescue Team was alerted about 12.45pm on Tuesday.

A team spokesperson said: “She was unable to continue due to the pain. A passing walker, who happened to be a nurse, kindly provided some pain relief and strapped on a knee support.

“A call for assistance was made and Keswick MRT deployed a team. On arrival an assessment of the injury was made and further pain relief provided before the woman was stretchered to Rosthwaite and an awaiting ambulance.”

The 2¼-hour incident involved 12 Keswick MRT volunteers.