A toddler died of a head injury after being hit by a tractor on his dad's farm, an inquest opening has heard.

Police are still investigating the death of Albie Speakman, three, who died after he was hit by the farm vehicle in Bury, Gtr Manchester on Saturday, July 16, writes Izzy Hawksworth, SWNS.

Rochdale Coroner's Court heard on August 2 that the child was with his father, Neil Speakman, when the tragedy happened.

It was confirmed that a postmortem investigation revealed that Albie died of a head injury.

The type of vehicle was not mentioned during the brief hearing, but police have previously confirmed it was a tractor.

Emergency services were called to the farm off Bentley Hall Road following the incident and Albie was pronounced dead in an ambulance.

He was identified by heartbroken mother Leah Bridge after his death was confirmed when he arrived at the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital.

Coroners officer Jane Scullion told the court: "Albie was with his father at his farm when he was struck by a farm vehicle. The police investigation is ongoing."

Coroner Catherine Mckenna said: "I am satisfied an inquest is required by law."

She ordered an inquest review for September 13, and requested an update from the police into their investigation.

His mother has shared a heartfelt and moving tribute to Alfie, saying: “I’ll especially miss going on adventures with Albie, anywhere and everywhere we could have fun; nothing will ever fill the whole that he has left in our hearts, we are broken beyond repair."