The family of Pete Faulkner have paid their tributes to the father-of-two who died in a two-car crash on the A66.

In the early house of Saturday, June 6, police responded to reports of a crash on the A66. 

The incident occurred near Thornthwaite and involved a Ford and a Dacia.

The driver of the Dacia, 45-year-old Pete Faulkner, was pronounced dead at the scene. 

The driver of the Ford was taken to hospital with injuries that are not life-threatening or changing, police said.

Pete’s family has paid tribute to the father-of-two in a statement via Cumbria Police.

His family said: “Pete was a loving and devoted partner and Dad to Hannah and Finn, a much-loved son of Roger and Janet and brother to Katherine and Tim. 

“A fell runner extraordinaire who came alive on the mountains, moving across ridges, high ground and scree slopes coping with any challenge with grit and determination – especially when there was cake or ice cream at the end

“He was a supportive friend and colleague to so many people. His practical mind was legendary, whether recreating running shoes from scratch or shortening a Land Rover so it could climb seemingly impossible steep banks offroad.  

“He approached every challenge with creativity, tenacity and a great sense of humour. He was the kind of person who made the world feel bigger, wider and kinder simply by being in it. 

“He will be missed by many and remembered with fondness, gratitude and love by all who knew him.”

Police continue to appeal for anyone with information or any witnesses to come forward.

A spokesperson for Cumbria Police said: “Police are investigating the collision and are appealing for any witnesses – or anyone who saw anything relevant – to contact them on 101, referring to incident 23 of June 6.”