14th August 2025 – John Pattinson

It is with great sadness that i write regarding the passing of John Pattinson early today. John, 78 died peacefully at the Carlisle Infirmary after a short illness. John was a long standing Area Committee man for the Carlisle and Penrith Area as well as a long standing member of the Executive Committee. John would often stand the gate and would help out in other areas when ever he could. He was the nicest and most unassuming man on the trail field. He was a partner with Bill and Pat Mellon and Wac and Tina Airey for over twenty years jointly owning hounds with them with his first being Cracking Thorpe. A very nice man who will be sadly missed. Condolences to his family.

Fiona