The wife of a Peterborough motorcyclist who died in a collision near Papworth Everard in June has paid a loving tribute to her late husband.  

Paul Istead, 53, of Victory Avenue, Peterborough, has been described as someone who is “sadly missed and loved by many”.  

A statement issued by his wife Sarah said: “He was a great friend and employee, sadly missed and loved by many, a quiet man, kind and would always help anyone in need. 

“We had 30 years of the deepest love together and the happiest marriage of 27 years. A true partnership."

She added: "Paul gave me the experience of being deeply understood, truly supported and utterly loved with that time.  

“My world from now, may change year to year, my life, day to day but the love and the memory of him shall never pass away - and I shall carry that with me always.” 

Mr Istead died when the black Kawasaki motorcycle he was riding was involved in a collision on the A1198 on the Papworth Everard bypass.  

An inquest was opened into Mr Istead’s death on July 4.