Tributes have been paid to a 35-year-old woman who died following a fatal collision in the Cotswolds last Friday (December 2).

Moyra Whelan, from London, has been described as an inspirational teacher and fun loving friend who enjoyed life to the full.

She died in hospital after the four-vehicle collision on the B4425 at Riversmeet North near Aldsworth.

Two people died in the crash and ten were hospitalised.

Moyra's loved ones said: "We are all mourning the passing of our beloved daughter and sister Moyra Whelan. She was the second youngest of seven siblings and lived in East London.

"Moyra was 35 years old and the head of history at Woodbridge High School in Woodford, London. Moyra loved her job and the children loved her back. 

"She was an inspirational teacher, a straight talking, fun loving friend to many and the sunshine of our family. She enjoyed life to the full and was on her way to a wedding of one of her school friends when tragedy struck."

Steven Hogan, Headteacher of Woodbridge High School, said: "This is the most terrible and tragic loss to our school.

"Ms Whelan was an amazing history teacher and head of department. Her classroom was a superb place to be, buzzing with energy.

"So many students have benefited from her wisdom, knowledge and expertise."

The four vehicle collision, which involved a grey Mini Cooper, black Audi A3, grey Polestar 2 and a black Seat Leon, happened shortly after 12.45pm on December 2.

It occured on the B4425 at Riversmeet North.

An 18-year-old woman from Chipping Norton who was arrested in connection with the incident has since been released on police bail pending further enquiries.