A PLUCKY sheep had a lucky escape after becoming trapped on the edge of a 60ft waterfall.

A member of the public was walking in The Falls, Ambleside, on October 15 when they spotted the sheep perched on the mossy rocks.

RSPCA animal welfare officer Nick Green and animal collection officer Robyn Morris attended along with a crew from the fire and rescue service.

Mr Green said: “The ewe was in a precarious position right at the top of the waterfall. There was a 60ft drop and the rocks she was standing on were all covered in moss and looked quite slippery. She was in a perilous situation.

“This was a risky rescue so we had to move carefully so as not to fall and injure ourselves or spook her.

“Thankfully, we were able to climb down to her using ropes and managed to get hold of her and lift her up to safety."