He later died at 1.51pm on March 18. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. My kids need me.I've got a three year old who is a little whirlwind most of the time, but when I've had a seizure, he sits beside me and he calms down. The news of Peters sudden and untimely passing has shaken us to our very foundation. Peter Whittingham dead: How did Peter Whittingham die? Cause of death Mr Davison said: "All of us were pretty drunk at that point.". "I walked over to him to offer my hand, thinking he would just take it and I would help him back up to his feet. Midfielder Peter Whittingham, 35, who played for the club from 2007 to 2017, suffered a traumatic head injury at the Park Hotel, Barry, on 7 March 2020. Peter Whittingham dies in hospital after 35-year-old Cardiff legend CCTV captured Whittingham engaging in "horseplay" with the pair in a corridor, before he appeared to lose his balance and walked through a fire door off-camera and fell down eight steps and hit his head just after 9.30pm. He added there was some mucking about but it was good-natured. In his statement Mr Taylor said he must have been referring to the play fight. Peter Whittingham, 35, died when he fell down pub stairs Whittingham burst onto the scene with Villa before making his name at Cardiff where he helped them win promotion to the Premier League in 2013. Whittinghams wife and mother to their two young boys, Amanda Whittingham, told the hearing he left home at about 3pm without eating since breakfast because he was in a rush to catch the game. South Wales Police released a statement on Wednesday revealing what happened after social media users had speculated about his condition. "I just know he had hit his head on the small step on the stairs. Should journalists shy away from attending inquests then an entire arm of the judicial system is not held to account. Whittingham, an ex-England Under-21 international who started his career with Aston Villa, sustained a head injury in a fall at a pub in Barry on March 7, 2020, where he had watched an England vs . Former Blackburn Rovers midfielder Peter Whittingham tragically died after falling through a pub fire door and hitting his head, an inquest heard. 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Nuneaton-born Whittingham began his career at boyhood club Aston Villa and was part of the club's 2002 FA Youth Cup-winning team. He said they had between six and 10 pints and a round of shots at the pub, adding: All of us were pretty drunk at that point.". "A 35-year-old man from Penarth suffered a head injury as a result of a fall and remains at the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff. Former Villa star Peter Whittingham died after pub fall Future Publishing Limited Quay House, The Ambury, A truly wonderful player, I was lucky to have spent my time on the grass with you and part of my life enjoying your dry humour. Peter Whittingham, 35, died when he fell down pub stairs Discovery Company. A statement read by Mr Whittingham's wife, Amanda, to members of the press ahead of the formal start of the hearing saw her call for him to be remembered for all he achieved. The former Aston Villa and Blackburn Rovers player, who represented England at under-21 level, enjoyed a successful 10-year spell in the Welsh capital, notching 96 goals in 457 matches for Cardiff between 2007 and 2017. Peter was a fantastic footballer and an incredible human being. DC Jenkins said it does not capture Peter Whittingham's fall but the build-up. Whittingham was taken to the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff. It read: "At around 10pm on March 7, South Wales Police were called to a licensed premises in Barry. 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"I was the first person there and offered him my hand thinking he would just take it and he would get up on his feet. He said: I walked over to him to offer my hand, thinking he would just take it and I would help him back up to his feet. Get the best features, fun and footballing quizzes, straight to your inbox every week. ", Another commented: "Sending love and best wishes to Peter's family and to all of you that enjoyed watching him play.". Your effort and contribution in providing this feedback is much Former Cardiff midfielder fell down stairs at a pub last March, Inquest hears he was drinking with brother-in-law and friend. Do you know this baby? Williams said he found Whittingham lying at the bottom of the steps beyond a fire door in the pubs corridor with his face to the side, and tried to lift him up only to find his body limp. Putting names to archive photos, The children left behind in Cuba's mass exodus, In photos: India's disappearing single-screen cinemas. Mr Taylor said he was with the pair in the corridor that led to the beer garden area outside the Park Pub. In a statement read to the hearing, Williams said: I would say that we were all drunk by the night. His brother-in-law Robert Williams said the pair and friend Ryan Taylor had been drinking larger, bitter and tequila during the afternoon and evening. Express. Nuneaton-born Whittingham began his career at boyhood club Aston Villa and was part of the clubs 2002 FA Youth Cup-winning team. The inquest also heard Whittingham had been having "a play fight" with his brother-in-law Robert Williams before the fall. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. It was while at the club he met his wife, Amanda, with whom he lived in Dinas Powys, Vale of Glamorgan, with their son who was born in 2018. Former Premier League midfielder Peter Whittingham, considered an all-time Cardiff City great, died after falling through a fire door while engaging in 'horseplay'. Whittingham fell down the stairs at a pub in Barry on March 7, 2020. Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Whittinghams former Cardiff boss, and ex-Bluebirds colleagues Aaron Ramsey and Robbie Fowler were among those to pay tribute to the cultured midfielder. Peter Whittingham's pub stairs fall death 'accidental' - BBC News Midfielder Peter Whittingham, 35, who played for the club. Ex-Premier League footballer Peter Whittingham dies at age 35 - CNN First and foremost, Peter was a family man and somebody who could light up a room with his sense of humour, warmth and personality. Robert Williams, Mr Whittingham's brother-in-law, told Pontypridd Coroner's Court they had been drinking lager, bitter and tequila through the afternoon and evening along with friend Ryan Taylor, and the evening was a "blackout" in his memory. All rights reserved. Former Cardiff City midfielder Peter Whittingham has died aged 35. He describes that he later watched CCTV from the area inside the pub where the incident happened, which was in a corridor leading to the smoking area. He said they had between six and 10 pints and a round of shots at the pub, adding: All of us were pretty drunk at that point.". A coroner said that "during a period of horseplay" with a friend and his brother-in-law Mr Whittingham "appears to have lost his balance and gone through or caused to open the fire door, fallen, and his head has come into contact with the steps. Mr Taylor said he remembered people wanting to take pictures with Mr Whittingham in the corridor but also had no memory of play fighting or the fall. The hearing was told how Whittingham had been on an all-day drinking session while watching Wales vs. England in the Six Nations. As painful as these proceedings are for those who have lost a loved one the lessons that can be learned from inquests can go a long way to saving others lives. One wrote on Twitter: "Incredibly sad news. The coroner recorded a conclusion of accidental death. Mr Taylor said he recalled people wanting to take photographs with Whittingham in the pub corridor, which led to steps taking guests to an external smoking area, but also said he had no memory of "play fighting" or Whittingham falling before he noticed him on the ground. He won his first of 17 England under-21 caps in 2004 prior to loan spells at Burnley and Derby County, but it was at Cardiff where he really hit his stride following a move to the Welsh capital in 2007. What a player Peter Whittingham was.Gone far too soon. She said she woke at around midnight to find her mum banging on her door. Rest in peace, Peter. Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) March 19, 2020, The thoughts of everyone at Rovers are with Peters wife Amanda, their young son and family at this incredibly difficult time.. What was his cause of death? To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. It is with an immeasurable amount of sorrow that we must inform supporters that Peter Whittingham has passed away at the age of 35. He is believed to have fallen down a flight of stairs at a pub in Barry and was left. The ex-Villa midfielder, who died last year aged 35 . Alan Lewis, general manager of the Park Hotel since October 2019, described the day Peter Whittingham fell as very busy due to the rugby international match. Cardiff City legend Peter Whittingham dies aged 35 after - Metro "First and foremost, Peter was a family man - and somebody who could light up a room with his sense of humour, warmth and personality. "Peter will be deeply missed and our thoughts are with his family at this very sad time, It is with an immeasurable amount of sorrow that we must inform supporters that Peter Whittingham has passed away at the age of 35.Club Statement: https://t.co/SGYOx4L2x2 pic.twitter.com/cvkfhRkP1N. ", talkSPORT correspondent Laurence Mora pays tribute to Cardiff City legend Peter Whittingham, Peter Whittingham, bottom right, was capped 17 times at England U21 level, The left-footer became a set-piece specialist during his fine career. To make sure you never miss out on your favourite NEW stories, we're happy to send you some reminders, Click 'OK' then 'Allow' to enable notifications, .css-1diosym{color:black;}@media (prefers-color-scheme:dark){.css-1diosym{color:#fff;}}Published14:44,03 March 2021 GMT@media (prefers-color-scheme:dark){.css-jirzs7{color:#72B97D;}}| Last updated14:56,03 March 2021 GMT. Thoughts are with his family and friends pic.twitter.com/VnbPieSlrX. Blackburn said: Rovers are deeply saddened to learn the news that former midfielder Peter Whittingham has passed away, aged 35. Whittingham, 35, suffered a traumatic head injury at the Park Hotel pub in Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, on March 7, 2020, and died in hospital 11 days later after failing to regain consciousness. 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A subscription makes a thoughtful gift for both family and friends. Young guy's life taken so quickly after a freak accident. A statement by Ryan Taylor is now being read to the inquest. Mr Hughes passed his deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr Whittingham as he ended the hearing. The former footballer had been out to watch the Six Nations rugby match between England and Wales when he fell and was injured at the Park Hotel. In her statement, made on July 1 last year, she said the couple met on a night out in Cardiff around 12 years ago. All Rights Reserved. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. A statement from Mr Williams was also read out in which he said he had "no idea" what happened to Mr Whittingham but he had seen CCTV footage from the area inside the pub where the incident happened, which was in a corridor leading to the smoking area, and the clip showed a "play fight". He was out with his brother-in-law and a friend when the incident happened just after 21:30 GMT. Just shows how precious life is. Mr Williams said: "I have no idea what happened to Peter. The news of Peters sudden and untimely passing has shaken us to our very foundation. She said: "Rob was going out to watch the Wales v England game at the Park Pub in Barry and trying to persuade Peter to go with him. Fans have been posting their tributes on social media since Whittingham's tragic plight was revealed earlier this week. "When I looked more closely I could see he was not moving and something was wrong.. CARDIFF legend Peter Whittingham has died at the age of 35 following an accidental fall in a pub. The dad-of-two fell down a flight of stairs at a pub in Barry on March 7 - the day of England's Six Nations clash with Wales - and was left with devastating head injuries. The former Cardiff midfielder has died at the age of 35 following a fall 12 days ago.. Whittingham suffered serious head injuries at a pub in Barry from what South Wales Police described as an "accidental fall". The Cardiff City legend, 35, suffered a traumatic head injury at the Park Hotel in South Wales on March 7, 2020. Medical evidence is now being heard at the inquest. Rest in Peace Peter Whittingham Didnt know him personally but have the biggest respect for his footballing ability and that wand of a left foot which scored so many free kicks which I absolutely loved watching. Whittingham came through the ranks at Villa, where he won the FA Youth Cup in 2002 prior to a Premier League debut a year later. Whittinghams brother-in-law Robert Williams said the pair and friend Ryan Taylor had been drinking lager, bitter and tequila during the afternoon and evening. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express. Read about our approach to external linking. Coroner Graeme Hughes has recorded an accidental death conclusion. Tributes have poured in from the world of football following Peter Whittingham's death at the age of 35.The former Cardiff playmaker suffered head injuries at a pub in Barry on March 7 from what Sou He was rushed to hospital but failed to regain consciousness, sadly passing away 11 days later. dead at 35. It takes just seconds to sign up - simply click here, enter your email address and follow the instructions. He helped the Bluebirds to the FA Cup final in his first full season at the club, and went on to establish himself as one of the Championships most exciting attacking midfielders over the next few seasons. Visit CNN.com/sport for more news, features, and videos. Tributes have poured in from the world of football following Peter Whittinghams death at the age of 35. There will be an inquest into the death of former Cardiff City footballer Peter Whittingham, the coroner's office has confirmed. Nobody did it better. There was a problem. The talented playmaker was named in the Championship Team of the Year on three occasions - also twice winning Cardiffs Player of the Season accolade. Nicholas Davison, a friend of Whittingham and his brother-in-law Robert Williams, said the group were in a round of drinks and drank "between six and 10 pints" and had a "round of shots" at The Park pub. His retirement came about in 2018 after a spell with Blackburn Rovers. My deepest sympathy to your family x Heart broken x., You my friend will received by the heavens with open arms. The former Aston Villa youth player's pal said he fell in the corridor leading to the beer garden. Mr Lewis said he went to the area and saw someone lying on the floor before calling the emergency services. "The loss of Peter will be painfully felt by our city, supporters and indeed all who ever had the pleasure of knowing him. Nobody did it better. A club statement read: "It is with an immeasurable amount of sorrow that we must inform supporters that Peter Whittingham has passed away at the age of 35. Thoughts go out to his family.". "The news of Peters sudden and untimely passing has shaken us to our very foundation. You were one of the most technical and gifted players Ive played with and that left foot of yours was like a wand. He said: "During a period of horseplay with a friend and a relative he appeared to have lost his balance, travelled through or caused to open the fire door, fallen, and as he did so his head has come into contact with the steps. Over the course of the afternoon/evening he has consumed a quantity of alcohol that has likely impacted his demeanour and steadiness. In his 10 years at the club, Whittingham became a firm fan favorite, making 456 appearances and scored 96 goals including 25 goals in one season from midfield. I really cannot remember anything much of what happened.". To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. pic.twitter.com/XZSSN2uRyA. Some time after 9.30pm he was in an area near the toilets and adjacent to a fire door leading to a corridor and steps and outside smoking area. Bodycam footage of the aftermath of the incident captured Mr Taylor saying friendly banter when asked by an officer how he had fallen. The loss of Peter will be painfully felt by our city, supporters and indeed all who ever had the pleasure of knowing him. But his real success came after transferring to Welsh side Cardiff City for 350,000 ($412,000) in 2007, according to the BBC. He added he and Mr Whittingham were at the pub to watch the Wales v England match. I thoroughly enjoyed working with him during my time at Cardiff City. I cannot remember being in the corridor and messing about with Pete and Ryan. Peter Whittingham Wiki, Age, Wife, Family, Cause Of Death, Net Worth Coroner Graeme Hughes said Whittingham had consumed a quantity of alcohol that has likely impacted on his demeanour and steadiness before he fell. He was with Mr Whittingham at the Park Pub in Barry. He described finding the footballer lying at the bottom of the stairs with his face to the side, but when he tried to lift him, Mr Whittingham's body was limp. Cardiff City legend Peter Whittingham tragically died after falling through a pub fire door and hitting his head, an inquest heard. Mr Lewis said he went to the area and saw someone lying on the floor before calling the emergency services. He played 66 games for Villa and had loan spells at Burnley and Derby before joining Cardiff in 2007. Whittingham's brother-in-law Robert Williams said the pair and friend Ryan Taylor had been drinking lager, bitter, and tequila during the afternoon and evening. In a statement read to the inquest he said the group with Mr Whittingham were all jolly and in good spirits and drinking steadily but nobody appeared overly drunk. My deepest sympathy to your family x Heart broken x pic.twitter.com/HRTVlYwtTU Mark Hudson (@M_Hudson5) March 19, 2020, Leicesters England playmaker James Maddison posted: Rest in Peace Peter Whittingham. The ex-Bluebirds midfielder, who died last year aged 35 and. Former Cardiff City, Aston Villa and Blackburn midfielder Peter Whittingham has died at the age of 35 after suffering a head injury from a fall in a pub earlier this month. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Manchester United chief Ole Gunnar Solskjaer - his former boss at Cardiff - paid tribute to Whittingham, calling him a "fantastic footballer and incredible human being". Whittingham, an ex-England Under-21 international who started his career with Aston Villa, sustained a head injury in a fall at a pub in Barry on March 7, 2020, where he had watched an England vs Wales rugby match with friends.