WASDALE MRT reported this week that they were part of the snow clear-up efforts in Cumbria. 

They assisted with work in places like Gosforth and Grizedale amongst other places to ensure the areas was safe for residents and those passing through. 

A spokesperson said: "The arrival of snow in Gosforth last Saturday resulted in traffic being unable to get up the hill which then caused an increasing number of motorists stuck in deteriorating conditions.

"Cumbria Police called us, knowing that the base could possibly be used for welfare should the situation become prolonged and the weather worsen.

"Some local team members were able to walk to base and open up. However, a short while later the road was able to be gritted with the help of a local farmer and the traffic got moving again. The team closed up the base and stood down."