I have set up this Just Giving page in memory of Martin Coates from Romanby, North Yorkshire, who tragically lost his life on 19th October 2023 working out on farm doing the job he loved. Martins character was larger than life and he loved his family even more; they were his world, Martin has left behind his devoted partner Leanne, as well as the couple’s two sons, Ryley (aged 12) & Luca (aged 3)

Following hundreds of messages from the farming community, people who knew Martin & Leanne and strangers who have been deeply touched by this situation, I’ve put this page together to help give Leanne some financial support so she can provide the best care and life to the boys Martin would have wanted. Whether that be now or later in life, following the terrible loss of their dad at this young age.

Sadly, while we all love the way of life which the agricultural industry provides, it also remains one of the UK’s most dangerous professions. With agriculture only second behind the construction industry, accounting for 18% of all work-related fatalities.

To those who knew Martin and also to those who never had the pleasure of meeting him, if you would like to kindly donate to this page, your contributions will be sincerely appreciated.

Thank you,

Hannah Robinson x