A MOTORBIKE rider died at the scene of an accident on the A591 just south of Thirlmere on Sunday afternoon.

The man was riding a red Suzuki bike travelling in the Grasmere direction when it was involved in a collision with a red Ford Escort travelling towards Keswick.

The occupants of the car were treated at the scene and taken to Kendal's Wesmorland General Hospital with minor chest injuries. There were no other vehicles involved.

At the time of the accident the bike rider was travelling in a party of five motorcycles.

Police are appealing for witnesses.

May 27, 2003 10:30