So very sad to learn I’ve lost a lovely friend. A wonderful, gentle soul

Jonny joined Heatherlea as a guide in 2001, working in his native area amongst wildlife and the outdoors. A first class field naturalist, Jonny's excellent botanical and invertebrate skills complemented his birding ability. Sustained by his strong religious faith, Jonny was an inspiration, not least to those who joined him in enjoyment of our wonderful Scottish natural history. His tales, good humour, and caring personality will always be remembered by everyone who knew him. Jonny was committed to many good works, particularly his effort for the poor in Haiti. Our Hogmanay Birding Festival Tues 28 Dec 2021 - Tues 4 Jan 2022 was held in memory of Jonny, and this donation is made from the proceeds of the tour. RIP Jonny.

For Jonny with love and thanks for so many happy memories of childhood summer holidays together.

My husband and I first met Jonny on one of the Spring into Scotland trips, his knowledge was boundless and his humour fantastic, he really made us want to keep coming back and we did. As we got to know him it was clear that his faith was a huge part of his life and I know that undoubtedly he is in a most joyous place along with my husband, Paul. He will be hugely missed.

It was always so good to catch up with Jonny even briefly as he was so interested and wanted to talk. I will treasure the history lessons delivered at speed together with the treasures of the Highlands. Michael

It was always so good to catch up with Jonny even briefly as he was so interested and wanted to talk. I will treasure the history lessons delivered at speed together with the treasures of the Highlands. Michael

Dear Jonny, friend and fellow Leo. I will always remember our last words at the station on my way back to Cambridge His laugh which turned into a giggle and the day it rained so hard on our way back from Orkney when he was the only one who would get out of the minibus to look for birds. May the cresties always look over him.

In thanks for a special soul

In thanks for a special soul

Thank you Jonny for being a very special guide for our Cairngorms holiday in 2018

For Jonny. I’ll never forget counting moths in his back garden in 2018. And watching badgers sometime . How sad.

In memory of Jonny Pott

Your knowledge, wisdom and kindness, Jonny, were an inspiration to all who met you.

We had the great pleasure of meeting Jonny at Heatherlea last autumn where he shared his wonderful knowledge of the wildlife and local area. We will fondly remember him whistling in the crossbills!

In memory of a wonderful man, that his beloved Caledonian forest may live on.

For Jonny, out of sight but never out of mind. Joyce

For Jonny, out of sight but never out of mind. Joyce

With love for such happy memories of Jonny in the Caledonian forest over the years

In memory of a wonderful and inspirational guide and in support of the wildlife he loved. The world would be a better place with more people like Jonny.

For Jonny, a gentle inspiration for the environment.

For Jonny, a gentle inspiration for the environment.

What a great way to remember Jonny. I have the best of memories of an enthusiastic Heatherlea guide, and a good Christian friend.

Dear cousin Jonny, who loved and cared for all creation, especially the Caledonian Forest. Lisbeth

Your love and passion for the natural environment was an inspiration for so many. May your loving and peaceful spirit continue through this grove as it supports a growing diversity of wildlife.

What a loss to wildlife. Jonny was a truly inspirational guide and I'll never forgot the week I and 6 friends had in 2017 culminating in a wonderful day on Cairngorm with all target birds plus 2 purple sandpipers.

Thank you for the magic

Thank you for the magic

Three trees for three special memories. Cairngorm c. 2007 – Ptarmigan – Dad’s last mountain Tigh Ban 2011 – Badgers – my first badger watch Bealach na Ba 2017 – Ptarmigan – a generational experience

Wonderful memories of a truly remarkable man. We met Jonny at Heatherlea. She passion for and knowledge of wildlife was outstanding. Happy memories of badger watching at his house, watching him climb Cairngorm like a gazelle and at New Year resplendent in his kilt. May he rest in peace and rise in glory.

A man who made magic of the commonplace and made visible the rare. Thank you for sharing your gift Sylvie H

For Jonny, a remarkable guide I'll never forget. Thank you

Johnny was the first member of Heatherlea I met on my first adventure in 2003. He collected me from the station and was a guide on this trip. He was a brilliant driver but very fast and I have fond memories of a white knuckle day trip to Mull! One of a kind, a true gentleman.

Johnny was the first member of Heatherlea I met on my first adventure in 2003. He collected me from the station and was a guide on this trip. He was a brilliant driver but very fast and I have fond memories of a white knuckle day trip to Mull! One of a kind, a true gentleman.

With love and in memory of very happy times spent with Jonny.

In memory of a special man

In memory of a special man

We had the pleasure of going on a Hebridian Adventure with Jonny and he was a lovely and knowledgable man. We were very sorry to hear that he had sadly passed away. Our thoughts are with his family at this sad time.

We had the pleasure of going on a Hebridian Adventure with Jonny and he was a lovely and knowledgable man. We were very sorry to hear that he had sadly passed away. Our thoughts are with his family at this sad time.

With great respect to the memory of Jonny an amazingly gifted and inspirational gentleman.

In memory of a remarkable man and in support of the wildlife he loved, and was so happy to share.

in memory of a Scottish guide who loved nature

Thank you, Jonny, for teaching us how to enjoy the natural world to the full.

IN MEMORY OF A GREAT MAN

Thinking of you Jonny - your kindness and passion really shone through. We know you will be deeply missed.

Enjoyed your knowledgeable and caring nature.

Enjoyed your knowledgeable and caring nature.

Thank you, Jonny. Sheila Doel

Thank you Jonny for a wonderful Cairngorms experience in May 2014 - you were a truly inspiring guide and a wonderful person to spend time with. Bless you.

Thank you for introducing me to the birds of Scotland with a genuine enthusiasm, not just professionalism. You had a rare combination of skill, humanity and willingness to teach.

Jonny knew so much about trees; my sister only had one holiday guided by him but when I gave her the news, she immediately said "he was the one who knew so much about the trees".

Jonny knew so much about trees; my sister only had one holiday guided by him but when I gave her the news, she immediately said "he was the one who knew so much about the trees".

For Jonny who inspired and entertained me on numerous holidays

For Jonny who inspired and entertained me on numerous holidays

God Bless you Jonny. Our paths crossed for a short time but you are in our hearts forever.

Bless you Jonny for finding capers and cresties and being a true guide. I will miss you enormously. Nora XX

Thank you for always being there for me. I hope that you are being rewarded now for all the good you have done in your life. I love you, Grandad, and I miss you every day.

You spent a large part of your life caring for the Caledonian Forest and its wildlife. Now the growing forest will honour your memory and become a very special place again full of Capers, Cresties and Timbermen. Rest in peace, Ian

You spent a large part of your life caring for the Caledonian Forest and its wildlife. Now the growing forest will honour your memory and become a very special place again full of Capers, Cresties and Timbermen. Rest in peace, Ian

For Jonny

May the grove ring with the sound of native bird song (and your voice calling "Ellooorrr, here Crestie, Crestie!") forever!

Remembering Jonny, a true 'man of the trees', who loved the natural world and everything in it, sharing that love and care with all. Much missed by Jen and Thistle

So many happy memories of our years of friendship. Bless you, Jonny

In memory of Jonny

Sending love to you all xx

Sending love to you all xx

Thank you Jonny for your passion for creation! Your joy and sparkle will be remembered.

Thank you Jonny for your passion for creation! Your joy and sparkle will be remembered.

thank you - for getting me down the Cairngorm walk (moral - don't do it in new boots!!) - chrys

thank you - for getting me down the Cairngorm walk (moral - don't do it in new boots!!) - chrys

This is such a perfect way to remember dear Jonny. Some of my favourite photos of him include trees.

This is such a perfect way to remember dear Jonny. Some of my favourite photos of him include trees.

So many happy memories of walking with Jonny in the woods around Nethy. Xx

Happy memories of being guided by Jonny in his beloved Scotland. Angela & Linda.

Thank you Jonny. Much love, Wendy xx

Thank you Jonny. Much love, Wendy xx

Love to you all - xx

From all of us who know the black woods of Tulloch, and who knew more of it due to you. May the crossbills nest in the branches of these trees and capers dance beneath.

From all of us who know the black woods of Tulloch, and who knew more of it due to you. May the crossbills nest in the branches of these trees and capers dance beneath.

For you, uncle Jonny.

Wishing you some small comfort in this time of sorrow.