A little boy has been released from hospital after receiving a head injury involving a fairground ride at a popular pumpkin farm.
Yorkshire Ambulance Service paramedics transported the child to James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough on Friday.
Emergency services were called to the incident at Spilman’s in Thirsk at 7:20pm.
Spilman’s told the Daily Mail the boy was released from hospital later that night.
Worried locals took to Spilman Farming’s Facebook page asking for answers.
The farm responded to concerned comments, letting its customers know the ride was closed on Saturday while assessments were made.
‘We’re so thankful the little boy is okay. We spoke with his mum this morning (Saturday) and will continue to respect the family’s privacy while offering our support.
‘The ride is currently closed while we carry out thorough checks. It’s been a very distressing experience for everyone, and we’re just so relieved he’s recovering.’
One of the rides that was operating at Spilman’s in September. Spilman Farming said they’re thankful the little boy is okay. After speaking with his mum they will continue to respect the family’s privacy while offering our support
The severity of his injuries isn’t known.
Spilman Farming said they’re thankful the little boy is okay. After speaking with his mum, they will continue to respect the family’s privacy while offering our support.
In a statement, Spilman’s said the well-being of everyone onsite is its highest priority.
‘As a family farming business now in the third generation we always take our responsibility for the Health and Safety of all of our guests and staff very seriously.
The ride involved is owned and operated by an external operator and has not/will not be used again.
Out of respect for the family and the local authorities we will not be making any further comments on this matter.’
James Cook University Hospital declined to give the Daily Mail an update on the child’s status.
