AN INQUEST is due to be opened into the death of a well-known teacher from Ulverston Victoria High School.

Dave Wearing, a former design and technology technician died on February 18 at the age of 64.

An inquest into his death is due to be opened on March 9 at The Coroner's Court in Cockermouth.

It is expected to be adjourned until July 13.

Mr Wearing "inspired generations of students" according to UVHS where he worked for 30 years.