A SHEEPDOG that became trapped on a narrow ledge on the fringes of Cader Idris had to be rescued by local volunteers.

Around 9.30pm on Tuesday, 21 June members of the Aberdyfi Search and Rescue team were made aware that the dog, Tim, was missing after helping bring a small flock of sheep down off the mountain.

However, upon reaching the gate the shepherd noticed Tim was missing. A search of the hillside was carried out and Tim was eventually discovered on a narrow ledge on the vertical sides of a small river gully.

Due to the failing light, the difficult decision was made that, for the safety of the team volunteers, the rescue attempt would be held off until the following morning.

The team set about rigging a rope-rescue system and a rescuer was lowered down to Tim’s position where he was fitted into a harness and loaded into a stock bag for lifting back up the crag.

Team member, Graham O’Hanlon said: “We as a team rely on the support and forbearance of our farming community to get on with the task of rescues, so it is always good when we can return the favour.

“We use this particular farm as a training venue from time to time so it makes it especially nice to be able to help them out.”