About Taffy Owen
Lived 1936 – 2021 (aged 84–85). Taffy Owen was a British speedway rider.
Owen Ellis Owen (22 November 1935 – 26 August 2021), known as Taffy Owen, was an international speedway rider from Wales.
Speedway career Owen rode in the top tier of British Speedway from 1965 to 1977, riding for various clubs. He made his debut for Belle Vue Aces in 1965.
In 1968, he finished 5th in the league averages during the 1968 British League Division Two season, riding for Belle Vue Colts. He continued to score heavily throughout his career hitting a 8+ average for Workington Comets from 1974 to 1976.
His last season in British speedway was with Newcastle Diamonds in the 1977 National League season.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Taffy Owen?
British speedway rider
When was Taffy Owen born?
Taffy Owen was born in 1936 in Anglesey.
When did Taffy Owen die?
Taffy Owen died on 26 August 2021 in Manchester.
What was Taffy Owen's occupation?
Taffy Owen was a speedway rider.
What nationality was Taffy Owen?
Taffy Owen was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Taffy Owen. https://biography.guide/taffy-owen/
MLA: "Taffy Owen." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/taffy-owen/.
Chicago: "Taffy Owen." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/taffy-owen/.
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