Born in 1979 in Salford, England, he began his acting career as a child. He gained early recognition for his role in the film "The Secret Garden" (1993). He later appeared in "Black Beauty" (1994) and continued to build his career on stage and screen. He trained at the Oldham Theatre Workshop and has appeared in numerous television series, including "The History Boys" and "Gavin & Stacey." His versatile talent has made him a consistent presence in British theater and film.