Emergency response as helicopter crashes into field near Doncaster

Police were called just after 10am this morning

A police cordon at the scene off Ings Lane
Author: Katie Dickinson, PAPublished 30th Oct 2025
Last updated 30th Oct 2025

A helicopter has crashed in a field in South Yorkshire, police have said.

Emergency services were called to Ings Lane, Bentley, near Doncaster, at 10.15am on Thursday.

South Yorkshire Police said officers and emergency services colleagues are in attendance at the scene.

A spokesperson said: "Ings Lane is closed while we respond to this incident.

"Please avoid the area and plan an alternative route where possible. Further updates will be provided when they are available."

According to reports, it is believed the helicopter was a private flight, which took off from Gamston Airport near Retford shortly before it crashed.

It is not known how many people were on the helicopter.

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