Serious crash involving tractor near Pendleton

A farmer had been involved in an incident where their tractor crashed

Author: Grace O'HarePublished 31st Mar 2025

Emergency services in Lancashire were called out to a serious crash near Pendleton, involving a farmer and a tractor yesterday (30 March).

Rossendale and Pendle Mountain Rescue Team reported that a farmer had been involved in an incident where their tractor had crashed some 20 metres down a gully.

They sustained life threatening injuries.

In response, the team mobilised two vehicles along with other team members responding direct.

After substantial treatment the casualty was airlifted for further life-saving treatment.

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