Stob Coire nan Lochan, Glen Coe. Photo: Bob Smith Photography

The family of a father and son who died on a Glen Coe mountain have paid tribute to them.

The bodies of Tom Parry, 49, and Richie Parry, 12, were recovered by rescuers from Stob Coire nan Lochan about 7.25pm on Wednesday.

Police Scotland said formal identification of the two walkers from Alsager in Cheshire had now taken place.

Gemma Parry said: “Tom was a caring and loving father to his children and a loving husband to me, his wife Gemma.

Richie Parry was with his father on a Glen Coe mountain when they fell to their deaths

“Richie was an energetic, loving boy who loved his quizzes, maths, and sports. He always cared for others as well, no matter what.

“We would like to take this chance to thank the Scottish and Cheshire police as well as the mountain rescue service along with all the other emergency services involved in finding Richie and Tom.

“We would also like to thank to thank the community of Alsager and all of our family friends who have helped us and supported us throughout this time.

“Tom and Richie will be sadly missed and never forgotten.”

Police said there are no suspicious circumstances and their deaths are being treated as the result of a fall. A report has been submitted to the procurator fiscal.

Tom Parry, who died in a fall on Stob Coire nan Lochan

Inspector Katy Duncan said: “Our thoughts remain with the Parry family at what is a very difficult time for them.

“We would like to thank everyone who responded to our appeal, to all emergency services and mountain rescue volunteers.”

Glencoe Mountain Rescue Team was joined in a search of the area around Bidean nam Bian and Stob Coire nan Lochan by colleagues from the Lochaber team, the Prestwick Coastguard helicopter and volunteers from three teams from the English Lake District: Langdale Ambleside, Keswick and specialist drone pilots from the Cockermouth team.

A Glencoe MRT spokesperson said teams searching on foot found the two bodies, adding: “We are deeply saddened by this outcome and our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the Parry family at this time.

“We would like to thank the crew of R199, Police Scotland, Lochaber MRT and particularly the volunteers from the Lakes who stepped in to help without hesitation.”