Family pays tribute to Milnthorpe motorcyclist with a 'wonderful sense of humour'
The family of a man who died following a road collision have paid tribute to his life.
Colin Edward Brunt, 65, from the Milnthorpe area, was riding his motorcycle at the time of the collision in Waverton, Cumbria, on Sunday May 24.
His family paid tribute, saying: “We are utterly devastated at the sudden loss of our wonderful husband and brother.
“Colin was much-loved by his family and popular in his village, talking to many on walks with his two adored golden retrievers.
“Meticulous and passionate in all his hobbies, from fishing and hang-gliding in his youth to vintage motorcycling in later years.
“A wonderful sense of humour, we will cherish every memory of him.”
Police are continuing to investigate the collision and encourage anyone with information which may assist this investigation to come forward.
They were called at 11.40am on May 24 to a report of a collision involving a tractor and two motorcyclists.
Sadly, Mr Brunt died at the scene.
Anyone who can help police with the investigation can make a report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/reportit quoting incident number 98 of 24 May 2026. You can also phone 101.