Firefighters rescue cow stuck in deep mud near Welshpool

Crews from Machynlleth, Llanfair Caereinion and Welshpool fire stations attended the incident at Cefn Coch shortly before 11pm on Thursday, May 7.

The Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service said firefighters responded after receiving reports of an animal trapped in mud.

A mud‑covered cow stands on its feet after being rescued by firefighters from deep mud at Cefn Coch, near Llanfair Caereinion. (Image: MAWWFRS)

A spokesperson said:

“At 10.57pm on Thursday, May 7, the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service crews from Machynlleth, Llanfair Caereinion and Welshpool Fire Stations were called to an incident at Cefn Coch in Welshpool.

The crews responded to a cow that had become stuck in deep mud.

The crews utilised specialist equipment, including strops and a slide mat, to safely free the animal.

Thanks to their coordinated efforts, the cow was successfully removed from the mud and was soon standing on all four feet again.”

Firefighters remained at the scene until 12.39am on Friday, May 8, before returning to their stations.

Cow update

Welshpool Fire Station later highlighted the rescue as part of a busy week responding to animal emergencies across the area.

In a post on social media, the station said:

“This week has seen us attend a number of animal rescues around the area.

Good to see the additional animal rescue capabilities of @machynlleth_fire on display with a cow that had become stuck in mud."

The fire service regularly responds to animal rescues, particularly during periods of wet weather when livestock can become trapped in difficult conditions.