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Mar 2021
Firefighters rescue Parka-wearing climber from Almscliffe Crag
Firefighters rescued a climber who got stuck up Almscliffe Crag on Saturday.
Crews from Knaresborough attended the incident on Crag Lane, North Rigton in the afternoon.
They used a ladder to help the Parka-wearing climber back to safety.
Almscliffe Crag, which is made of Millstone Grit, is a popular landmark for climbers and walkers.
A spokesperson for Knaresborough Fire Station said the person was not injured but had "a little bit of hurt pride".
One comment on the fire station's Facebook post accused the unnamed climber of "irresponsible behaviour" during a lockdown.
North Yorkshire Police has frequently warned people not to travel for exercise during lockdown.
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But Paul Metheringham, Knaresborough watch station manager for North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue, told the Stray Ferret:
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