I met Ed around 1971 in the Peak district and at that time he was doing routes I couldn't even comprehend let alone attempt. Even though I was a callow youth of 15 he always greeted me as a social equal with friendship and interest in what I was doing before I could ask him what was on his agenda. He was a gentleman and an awesome climber. Long may he be remembered for his climbing ability and environmental attitude before it became fashionable