Tawton studied at
Cardiff University and was a member of the Roath Harriers. In June 1958 he represented South Wales against North Wales in a warm up event before the Empire Games, winning the 880 yards event. He represented the
1958 Welsh team at the
1958 British Empire and Commonwealth Games in Cardiff, Wales, where he participated in one
event; the
880 yards race. After the Games he served with the
Royal Air Force. == References ==