Bradford-born comedian and actor Ade Edmondson has been pictured hitting rock bottom after being rescued by fire crews - for getting stuck while cleaning his windows.

The hapless celebrity was photographed stuck on a ledge pleading for help from passer-bys.

His calls were heard by Duncan Cumming, 46, who phoned the fire brigade who sent a crew to to Ade's rescue.

The 64-year-old TV star later shared his ordeal on social media and said a small crowd had gathered to watch the drama unfold.

Ade, who is famous for his roles in hits including The Young Ones and Bottom, wrote: "Just trapped myself on a window ledge whilst cleaning the windows.

"Had to ask passerby to fetch help. Fire Brigade came. Small crowd gathered - thoroughly enjoying themselves.

“Fire brigade very kind and didn’t snigger too much as they rescued me. How’s your Bank Holiday?”

The comedian owns homes in Chagford, Devon, and in London with his actor and comedian wife Jennifer Saunders.

And a picture taken by Mr Cumming showed the moment Ade realised he was trapped on the roof of his London home.

Mr Cumming said he was out for a stroll in the capital city when he spotted the bizarre situation and recognised Ade from the TV.

He said: "I saw someone on the roof and thought it looked risky - but when I got closer I knew who it was.

"He shouted to me that he was locked out and asked if I would phone for the fire brigade, which of course I did."

"I left once I knew he was ok, but it's not what you see every day.

"Occasionally in London, you do see famous people out and about - just not usually on a window ledge!"