Tim returned to the club in 2002 after playing for Middlesbrough, arriving at a time when we were struggling to overcome the effects of professionalism. He came as a back row before being promoted to the front row where he quickly impressed the club supporters who voted him Player of the Year.
The next season Tim took over as skipper, and continued to be a leading light on the pitch despite some knee injuries and the odd operation.
He earned representative honours with England Deaf before taking over as Head Coach at Brinkburn where he supervised our return [twice] to the National Leagues.
This season family commitments led him to step down as Head Coach - inevitably he has still always been around to provide leadership and advice wherever needed.
Tim says: "Whilst it will be hard leaving the rest of my family, friends and the rugby club behind it's a great opportunity, and one which I'm very excited about.
"It will, however, be nice to come back to town to watch West from a nice new clubhouse in the not too distant future."
Club Chairman Peter Olsen said: "Tim's contribution to the club over the last decade cannot be overestimated.
"He has kept us all on our toes - both on and off the pitch - and put in a tremendous amount of work.
"He led by example on the pitch and his passion for the club and the game was a major part of our recent promotions.
"Everyone at the club will wish Tim and Andrea all the best in their new life in Essex, and we look forward to giving them a good send off."