Young swan rescued from under a bridge in Peterborough

A young swan was rescued from under a bridge in Peterborough.
The cygnet being rescued. Photo Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue ServiceThe cygnet being rescued. Photo Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service
The cygnet being rescued. Photo Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service

The rescue was carried out at around 1.30pm yesterday (Friday, November 9) at Pumping Station, near Thorney.

Water crews used specialist equipment to release the cygnet, and bring it to safety.

The cygnet was left in the care of an RSPCA officer.

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