The family of an 18-year-old who died while kayaking has shared a heartbreaking tribute.

Cory Chilvers died on Sunday after his kayak capsized in Wiggenhall St German near King's Lynn.

His family described him as "kind, loving and funny" and a "great friend to so many".

"We would like to pay tribute to our son, our first heartbeat, Adam's big brother, Brianna's love, grandson, nephew, cousin and to our friend Cory Chilvers, who we lost tragically on July 28," they said.

Teams had been searching for Cory since SundayTeams had been searching for Cory since Sunday (Image: Denise Bradley) "We will always remember him as a kind, loving, funny and thoughtful man who was dedicated to his family, Brianna and his animal family; Alma (pictured), horse DeeDee, dog Nylah and cat Sooty. 

"He was a great friend to so many and touched the lives of many more. He will be forever missed by all who knew him. 

"We would also like to thank Norfolk Constabulary, Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service, Environment Agency, Met Dive Team, Met Dog Handlers, HM Coast Guard, Norfolk Search and Rescue, East of England Ambulance Service, Middle Lee Commissioners and the Rapid Relief Team."

Teams from a specialist dive team joined the searchTeams searching the river at Wiggenhall St German (Image: Denise Bradley)

The search for Cory began at around 3.50pm on Sunday after members of the public saw his kayak, previously thought to be a canoe, capsize.

On Monday a specialist dive team from the Metropolitan Police joined the search of the Middle Level Main Drain.

Following an extensive search, police confirmed on Wednesday afternoon that they had discovered a body in the water and Cory's family was informed.

The death is currently being treated as unexplained but not suspicious and a file has been passed to the coroner.