Councillor Allan Daniels presented the money to the team after spending the last 12 months raising the cash for his chosen charity. More than £1,000 was raised at the Mayor’s recent Civic Dinner alone.   

Keswick Mountain Rescue helps those who find themselves in difficulty in an area which includes England’s three highest mountains – Skiddaw, Helvellyn and Scafell Pike. It is manned solely by volunteers and they have received some 18 call-outs this year alone.  

Presenting the cheque, Cllr Daniels said: “It has been a real honour to be Mayor – the last Mayor of Allerdale, ahead of the changes to local government in the area on 1 April. It is an even bigger honour to be able to present this money to Keswick Mountain Rescue Team who do so much – all in their own time – to help those people who find themselves in trouble out on the fells.  

“The team have also played a crucial role in rescuing people during the floods which have affected the area. So, everyone – visitors and local residents – owe the team a huge debt of gratitude. I would also like to thank all those who have been so generous with their donations.”  

John Hunston, Treasurer for Keswick Mountain Rescue said: “The team is extremely grateful to the Mayor for his fundraising on our behalf. We need about £120k a year for our basic running costs, so this is very welcome. It was a pleasure to be able to show him round our base building.”  

More information on Keswick Mountain Rescue, including how people can give donations, can be found at keswickmrt.org.uk/ .