A CAR got stuck in water when its occupants were allegedly making a "non-essential journey" from Leeds to the North York Moors, North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service said.

The service said details were passed to police.

It tweeted last night: "We rescue people - not cars!!

"Non-essential journey from Leeds to North York Moors then getting stuck in a foot of water on a dark country lane.

"Not an emergency but details passed to @NYorksPolice who may be interested to speak to the vehicle occupants."