Peter Cumberlidge RIP

[jimmy_the_builder]

Very sad to read that Peter Cumberlidge has died. RIP.

https://www.mby.com/news/rip-peter-cumberlidge-1951-2019-107102

 

[markc]

Sad news indeed, I have enjoyed Peter's writing for more years than I care to remember. RIP

 

[Poignard]

What a shame.

I have his useful book "Secret Anchorages of Brittany" on board

 

[guernseyman]

Very sad.
Although basically a motor boater, he always bore us others in mind.
I would guess that his Waypoints Directory will outlast most of his work.

 

[rafiki_]

Thoughts and prayers with his family.

 

[PowerYachtBlog]

RiP Peter. His last page and pages where always a nice read.

 

[longjohnsilver]

That is extremely sad news. I have enjoyed reading his articles for well over 30 years. I well remember one , many years ago, about an autumn cruise up the river Dart, enjoying the solitude with a few bottles of fine wine. I have just returned from an anchorage above Dittisham, which I have always imagined is where he was writing about. Next time I go up river, I shall enjoy a bottle of good wine and say a toast to PC.

RIP, you will be missed.

 

[Greg2]

Very sad news and taken too soon. His column will be missed by many. RIP

 

[Montemar]

I will miss his articles greatly, they were the highlight of MBY. Best wishes to his family.

 

[benjenbav]

It’s a lovely tribute that we all have different fond memories of his work.

 

[kashurst]

Sad day, and only 67. I always found his articles very relaxing - like you were there.

 

[tetleys]

Very sad news , thoughts are with his family.
I have always read with great interest his cruising reports and they have inspired me
On many occasions, particularly now being based in Jersey and exploring his favoured Brittany.
We are currently in Roscoff on our way round to Brest , very much encouraged by Peters report in Septembers MBY.
One thing is for sure, life ain’t no rehearsal so fill your tanks and get cruising

Cheers
Tetleys

 

[Hurricane]

Very sad
I have enjoyed his articles which have driven me to cruise to some lovely places.
He will be sorely missed.

 

[Deleted User YDKXO]

Missed this thread originally and only learnt this morning of Peter's sad passing when I read the editorial in this month's MBY. I too have enjoyed his writing for many years and made full use of his original Waypoints Directory when I was boating in the E Channel. A reminder to us all that life passes quickly and we should take every opportunity to enjoy our favourite pastime, boating, when we can. Peter struck me as the kind of man who did just that. RIP