About Peter Darke
Lived 1953 – 2021 (aged 67). Peter Darke was a British association football player.
Peter Darke (21 December 1953 – 1 October 2021) was an English footballer who played as a full back.
He began his career as an apprentice with Plymouth Argyle, having been spotted playing for Exeter Schoolboys. He made his debut in August 1971 at the age of 17, and went on to make 107 appearances in all competitions during his six years at Home Park, scoring two goals. He spent time on loan with Exeter City during the 1976–77 season before joining Torquay United in 1977. He retired from the professional game two years later, and went on to play non-league football for Minehead, Saltash United and Liskeard Athletic. He later worked as a salesman in Exeter.
He died in Torquay on 1 October 2021.
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Who was Peter Darke?
English footballer (born 1953)
When was Peter Darke born?
Peter Darke was born on 21 December 1953 in Exeter.
When did Peter Darke die?
Peter Darke died on 1 October 2021.
What was Peter Darke's occupation?
Peter Darke was an association football player.
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Peter Darke was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Peter Darke. https://biography.guide/peter-darke/
MLA: "Peter Darke." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/peter-darke/.
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