The grieving family of a 38-year-old man who was found dead at his flat have described him as a fun-loving son and a brother who loved life.

Nick Fisher died suddenly at his home in Bemerton Gardens, Kirby Cross, soon after returning from a night out with his his family A keen Arsenal fan, Mr Fisher had been looking forward to travelling to Cardiff with friends for the Carling Cup Final on February 5.

His family have said he was a brilliant skier and had only just returned from a family skiing holiday.

He was also a keen fisherman and loved food and wine. He was quite a wine connoisseur, they said.

Mr Fisher was an industrial machinery dealer and ran his own business, spending much of his time abroad.

He was well travelled and well versed, speaking Thai, Russian and German.

The family described Mr Fisher as: "A lovely, warm-hearted man, who was like a breath of fresh air."

He leaves a father, Terry Fisher, three sisters, Justine, Claire and Charlotte, and a brother, Adam.

Police have ruled out any suspicious circumstances.

A funeral will be held at St Michael's Church, Kirby-le-Soken, where he will be buried on Friday at 10.45am.