A MOUNTAIN Rescue team was called out to assist two lost walkers. 

The Wasdale team was called out on December 9 to Sty Head for over six hours. 

The weather conditions were rainy, cold, and windy. 

A spokesperson from Wasdale Mountain Rescue said: "A call was received from Cumbria Police about two lost walkers.

"They were cold and wet having been out in poor weather (named storm) all day. As darkness fell they became concerned for their safety.

"Fortunately for them, they were able to contact the iPhone emergency centre, having no signal to call 999.

"As a location was also obtained, the team leader tasked a small hill party to go to the location and escort the walkers to safety.

"This was able to be achieved, with due care taken crossing high water levels in the becks. The walkers were taken back to Wasdale Head, where they were reunited with the other two members of their walking party."