The mystery of the seal found in country lane 4-miles from nearest river

A seal pup has been found at the side of a country lane in Lancashire - about four miles from the sea.

RSPCA officers are trying to discover how the male, found in Capernwray, managed to get so far inland. They have said he may have even been a pet.



The animal was spotted by Mary Woods, 45, and her daughter, Joanne, 20, who managed to get him into their car boot and then take him to their family farm.

The seal, who has been nicknamed Sid, is being cared for at Stapeley Grange wildlife centre.

He is expected to be released into the wild.