Usually at this time on a Thursday evening, I’d be sitting down to record BRB UK with my good mates Tim and Coleman.
As you may know, Tim has been unable to join Coleman and I for the past few weeks as he has been unwell. It is with profound sadness that I have to let you all know that Tim passed away on Wednesday 18th February 2026, surrounded by his friends and family.
I have had the absolute privilege of being able to count Tim as one of my closest friends for the past 20 years. Long-time listeners will know that Tim and I have been talking absolute nonsense at one another for over 700 episodes, stretching from the days of On Her Majesty’s Sarcastic Service, SG UK all the way through to BRB UK.
Tim enriched the lives of so many of us. He was selfless, supportive and kind. His love for life, and love for those around him, shone through in everything he did. He was at his happiest when connecting with you all, whether that was through the podcast or at one of our live events like Tabletop Tuesday.
All of us here at Big Red Barrel are still coming to terms with this devastating news. This community is something that Tim was instrumental in building, and everyone at the site will be honoured to keep it going in his memory.
Coleman and I will be back in a couple of weeks with a new episode, but we do need to take a little bit of time out for ourselves. If you’re able, we’d love to hear your favourite Tim moments – you can leave a comment on BigRedbarrel.com, mention us on X, Threads & Bluesky or drop us a note on Discord. We’d be honoured to celebrate Tim’s life with every single one of you.
We’ll be back soon. But until then, toodle-bye.
PacManPolarBear
What a terrible loss. I’m still in shock. He should have had many more years ahead of him. I have a lot of great memories with Tim. Whether than was back in the day when he and others helped us move on from Sarcastic Gamer to our new home at BRB, or all the times we co-hosted podcasts together. I’ve gone back and listened to some of them since learning of his passing – its nice to still be able to hear his voice.
TheMeggaman
I’m so sorry for your loss. I don’t know what else to say at a time like this…
Phil Saunders
Tim was a unique voice in this little corner of the gaming internet that we all love. His short and concise musings will be deeply missed by us all. 🙂 I will plug in the VR tonight, in his memory. Rest in Peace Tim x
Shazad
I am so sorry to hear this. I will miss excitable voice and love for all things gaming
Mark Beswick
I never had the pleasure of meeting you but have been in your company for hundreds of hours since SG and I’m at a loss.
Such upsetting news. We will miss you Tim x
Love to the BRB and his family at this terrible time.
Jeanlucpetard
What a shock, thoughts are with you all and his family at this time. Tim’s ability to connect with his audience was remarkable and he, as well as the rest of you, brought an hour of fun into our lives every week for so long. A favourite memory? Any mention of VR, I might even buy one someday!
Ian Crane
100% I tuned back in and heard he was off the last few weeks and thought nothing of it. I’m very glad we were able to meet up in 2018 in person and attend Table Top Tuesday. I had hoped to see him again in a couple of years (10 years) with my daughter. We took home the prize that night. Just this morning Jeremy Adams reshared a podcast from 11yrs ago that he recorded with me and Lono. His legacy will live on
Esme
I’m so incredibly sorry to hear of this great loss. Tim was always so kind. I just sifted through some legacy emails just to flash back to the beginnings of BRB in his honor, remembering the dedication he and you all shared in making this the new digital safe space after SG. Wishing you all much condolences in this time of transition and remembrance of a great person.
Gabriel
This sucks. I’ve been listening since sarcastic gamer UK and tim was always able to give me a good chuckle and he was a big part of why I became a regular listener. About 6 years ago me and my wife travaled to Europe for the first time and she asked me what I wanted to see while we were in London. My only request was that we go to the loading bar on a tuesday. We could do whatever she wanted otherwise but I wanted to meet Tim. We did and he was just as nice and kind as you’d think. We had a great time and ended up winning the board game of the night. He even gave us a shout out on the podcast. Hella of a guy that Tim. He’ll be missed.
Sean
I met Tim back when I lived in London, regularly heading off to Table Top Tuesday over those 8 years whenever I could. He was always up for a chat about anything, be it board games, video games… literally anything ones nerdy heart could desire. Those nights at Table Top were a little sanctuary for me. I was devastated when friends passed on the news to me of his passing. I had just messaged him a few weeks to let him know I had finally framed my Table Top Tuesday poster. He was an awesome man and thoughts are with his family and friends.
Bleezey (Josh)
Its taken a few weeks to find the words. Tim was a bright light for so many. He and Chris introduced me to you all as an awkward graduate who didn’t know how to express his nerdy side. Without him, I wouldn’t have met many close friends – his domino effect stretches on to this day. From table top tuesdays to late night chats and overusing my nickname in funny voices. Tim always greeted me with a smile and a hug. He had a way to make everyone feel like family.
While sad I never got to tell him this, its beautiful to see the stories people have shared.
Joey
Terrible news, I’ve only met him through messages on the old SG website and listened to his voice for hundreds of hours. He will be missed. Condolences to all his loved ones.
Paul Marsh
In total shock at hearing the very sad news of Tim’s passing.
We all loved his enthusiasm and eccentric ways but his voice is what I looked forward to hearing every week.
RIP Tim
It won’t be the same without you xx
Aurochs
This is awful news, I’m so sorry to hear it. Been a listener since the SG days; and went through a period in maybe 2015-2017 where I was in London regularly- I dropped into the TableTop Tuesday events and Tim was always so incredibly warm, accommodating and friendly. He made me feel like an old friend despite the fact we’d only chatted online a few times. A lovely guy and he’ll be sorely missed.