Emergency services responding to crash near Waterhead

Police are warning of delays

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Author: Jonny FreemanPublished 22nd May 2026
Last updated 22nd May 2026

A man in his 50s is in hospital following a collision involving a car and a bicycle near Waterhead.

The incident took place between A5075 Borrans Road and Holbeck Lane and was reported to police at 1:18pm on 22nd May.

The cyclist was taken to Royal Preston Hospital with serious injuries.

The road has now reopened following the collision.

Police investigations are ongoing to uncover the circumstances that led to the collision.

If you witnessed the incident or have footage that might help, you are urged to contact the police.

You can report online at the official Cumbria Police website or call 101, citing incident number 128 of 22nd May.

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