Born in London (England). He trained at London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA). He has worked since in British Theatre, including London's National Theatre, and London's West End playing Algernon Moncreiff in Peter Gill's production of "The Importance of Being Earnest" at the Vaudeville Theatre. He has recently been a part of The Peter Hall Company 2011. He has most recently appeared in Mike Newell's "Great Expectations", and also the HBO Series "Parade's End".He is a keen Open Water Swimmer - representing GB at Masters Level.