A YOUNG businessman has died after a freak accident while he was celebrating his birthday.

Robin Oliver Banks, 27, travelled to Little Budworth in Cheshire to celebrate his birthday at a friend's house party.

Cheshire police have said the builder was knocked unconscious after banging his head in an accident in the early hours of the morning.

Robin was taken to Leighton Hospital in Crewe on Monday, August 16, but never recovered consciousness and died several hours later.

The police have investigated the death and a full inquest will be held. His family are devastated and too upset to talk about the incident.

Robin lived all his life with his family in Miry Fold Farm, Wheelton, near Blackburn, and was well known in the area.

He was a former pupil at Westholme School and Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Blackburn. After leaving school Robin went on to take a degree in business management before becoming the managing director of the Chester-based building company Kaufman and Broad Limited. He was also involved in property development and the leisure industry. He was a keen sportsman and played rugby at school.

Robin was also a keen rider and was planning to get involved in polo as well as being a member of the local pony club.

Robin left behind a father George and his brother Jamie who are still trying to come to terms with the sudden tragedy.

A friend of the family said: "Robin was a hands-on director and designed many of the developments he carried out.

"He was totally dedicated to his business but still found time for his leisure pursuits. Robin was also a keen water sports fan and had lately taken a keen interest in polo and was looking forward to playing in his own team."

A funeral service is being held at St Barnabas Parish Church in Heapey near Chorley on Monday.

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