A kind, caring man and an excellent professional in his field, Julian had a long and successful career in professional sport. He was the team doctor for England Under-16s and England Saxons for 10 years, before joining Bath Rugby’s medical team in 2003.

He spent 12 years at The Rec, providing the utmost care to hundreds of players with a jovial approach, and forming part of the backroom team that aided the Blue, Black and White’s journey to Challenge Cup success in 2008.

Julian’s medical journey saw him involved at the Paralympics World Cup in 2009 and team doctor to Wales Rugby League. He was also the medical team leader at the athletics track of the London Olympics in 2012 and held the position of team doctor for the Welsh Rugby Union and Gloucester Rugby too.

Since departing Bath, Julian was a tutor and examiner for the University of Bath Sports and Exercise Medicine MSc course and also for the Faculty of Pre-Hospital Care Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh. He was most recently club doctor at West Bromwich Albion Football Club and doctor of WRU age groups.

He made a huge impact on so many people’s lives and will be sorely missed. Bath Rugby’s deepest condolences go out to Jules’ friends and family.

Rest in Peace, Dr Julian Widdowson

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