Hi there Hamish
My mum used to breed Airedales when she was younger - following in her dad's footsteps, and my first dog was an Airedale called Misty. She was from a breeder with the name Caterways and her pedigree name was Caterway Sightseer. She started me on my life long love of dogs, and although I have not had an airedale since I lost Misty when I was 18 (some 30 years ago now!) I still love the breed and always give them a pat when I see one out and about.
Welcome to COL
Penny