A 10-year-old boy is recovering in hospital after falling more than 20 feet from a zip wire at the Dolygaer Outdoor Centre in Merthyr Tydfil. The incident occurred during a school trip from Libanus Primary School in Blackwood.
On-site staff and a teacher provided immediate first aid, and a mountain rescue professional also assisted before paramedics took the child to Prince Charles Hospital's Children's Unit. The centre said it is cooperating fully with investigations.
A spokesperson for Dolygaer Outdoor Centre stated: 'An incident occurred involving a 10-year-old student from a visiting school. At approximately 8pm, the student was involved in a fall. On-site staff and a teacher responded immediately to provide first aid. Medical care was further supported by a Mountain Rescue professional. The student was transferred to the care of paramedics, and we understand he is now recovering in hospital.'
Nicola Williams, Executive Headteacher of Libanus Primary School, said: 'We can confirm that a pupil from the school was involved in an accident at a local activity centre last week and the whole school community wishes him a full and speedy recovery. The safety and wellbeing of pupils and staff is paramount and we will be fully supporting the investigation into the cause of the incident.'
The centre reaffirmed its commitment to the highest safety standards and said it would continue to work with the school to provide reassurance and support.
