David Allen - RIP

It with great sadness that we announce the recent passing of David Allen, after a period of chronic illness.

The majority of David's early career was based in the Midlands, where he acquired specialist expertise in the research, investigation and remediation of land affected by past industrial mine workings and mine entries.

In the 1990s, David relocated to Devon, where his work included the investigation and assessment of instability problems affecting earthworks and infrastructure on the mainline railway west of Exeter. This work was of particular interest to David, as the railways and industrial/ heritage transport were a passion of his.

For past 12 years, David was an integral part of Ruddlesden, in particular providing support and technical advice on mining hazards, as well as helping with the training of junior staff. He also kept himself busy by being actively involved in Kelly Mine, a former mine on the edge of Dartmoor being restored by volunteers.

One of life’s good guys, he will be missed. RIP Dave.