A biker’s been seriously hurt after a crash involving two motorcycles near Ullswater

The collision happened on the A686 at Hartside

Author: Julie CastonPublished 30th Jun 2025
Last updated 30th Jun 2025

A motorcyclist has been seriously injured in a collision near Ullswater.

It follows a crash involving two motorbikes on the A686 at Hartside yesterday afternoon (29th June).

The other rider suffered minor injuries and didn't need hospital treatment

One rider remains in hospital.

Cumbria Police said:

"We would like to thank members of the public who stopped at scene to assist and also appeal to any witnesses of the collision to contact Police.

"You can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/reportit quoting incident number 97 of 29 June 2025. You can also phone on 101.

"Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111."

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