Ted passed away on Monday, aged 85. Ted played 15 times for England on the wing between 1952-56 and scored 6 tries and a penalty goal. For Wasps FC he subsequently moved to number 8. His grandson, Jack Wallace, played professional rugby briefly for Wasps. He currently plays for Bristol RFC.

There is a lengthy article by Joe Hall about Ted on: World Rugby Museum: from the Vaults, Red Rose Stories: Ted Woodward from a year or so ago.

Ted Woodward tackled into touch, England versus All Blacks, 1954 (photograph courtesy of World Rugby Museum)

Funeral arrangements: Ted's funeral will take place at Amersham Crematorium on Friday 3 February at 1045 followed by a celebration of his life at Denham Golf club. No flowers please, but should you wish to make a donation we will be setting up a "just giving" page with all donations going to the RFU injured players association, details to follow.

The main contact is Eddie Laxton, Secretary of Wasps Golfing Society, of which Ted was President.

Rest In Peace, Ted. Once a Wasp, always a Wasp!

Ted Woodward at home (photograph courtesy of World Rugby Museum)