We are sorry to hear that Roy Holmes passed away on 6th September 2022.
Roy was CNCC Chair from 2008 to 2017, which encompassed an extremely turbulent time for our organisation with many changes. He led us through those times with true skill, showing authority, fairness, and impartiality. He kept meetings on-topic and when things got heated, his no-nonsense speaking often complemented by quick wit and sense of humour always managed to ease the atmosphere. He was the right man for the job at the right time and we are extremely thankful for his efforts.
Roy stepped down from CNCC with such heated meetings being a thing of the past, and he should be credited with helping to achieve this.
His passion for northern caving, particularly in his home patch of Dentdale shone through, as did his desire to encourage exploration across our region. His involvement with the Cave Rescue Organisation spanned over 50 years!
Roy was one of northern caving’s great characters and he will be missed.
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