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Rescued Walkers Owe £130 Debt After Scafell Pike Rescue

1/24/2026

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Story summary

The two walkers rescued from Scafell Pike on December 29 owe £130 to a hotel.
The Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team spent seven hours bringing them to safety.
After the rescue, the hotel provided discounted accommodation and snacks.
The hotel has not received payment.
The rescue team has tried to contact the walkers to settle the debt and retrieve a hospital crutch.

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Story summary

The two walkers rescued from Scafell Pike on December 29 owe £130 to a hotel.
The Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team spent seven hours bringing them to safety.
After the rescue, the hotel provided discounted accommodation and snacks.
The hotel has not received payment.
The rescue team has tried to contact the walkers to settle the debt and retrieve a hospital crutch.