A MOUNTAIN rescue team got an unusual call-out after a fledging Raven got trapped in its nest under Smardale Gill Viaduct.

Kirkby Stephen Mountain Rescue Team got the alert yesterday evening after the Cumbria Wildlife Trust requested assistance.

A spokesman for the team said: "The unfortunate bird's parents had used a large quantity of bailing twine in the nest, and it had become entangled.

"After ensuring all the necessary permissions had been sought, a team member was lowered down to free the bird.

"The location was quite difficult to reach as it was under the main viaduct bed, so some careful manoeuvring and rope work was required to gain safe access.

"The Raven seemed uninjured but a little weak after its ordeal.

"Hopefully it will now be able to leave the nest and enjoy the beautiful Smardale Nature Reserve."