Ben Parkinson was born on the 10th of March, 2005. Currently 21 years of age, Parkinson hails from England and holds a main position as a forward striker for the Falkirk Football Club. He is notably 6ft (1.83m) tall and carries a weight of approximately 10st 7lb (67kg). He is frequently seen donning the number 27 jersey.
As per the figures by Transfermarkt, Parkinson's current market value is estimated to be around £130k.
Parkinson initiated his journey as a footballer at the age of 15, when he joined as a trainee at Newcastle United in the Premier League in July of 2020. Despite his young age and inexperience, he managed to make a debut in the first team appearance in league matches during the 2023/24 season.
However, Parkinson's tenure at Newcastle United came to an end in January of 2026 when he progressed to Falkirk, with the transfer fee remaining undisclosed. Almost immediately upon joining, Parkinson made an impression by securing five league matches under his belt in the current 2025/26 season.
In his debut Scottish Cup run in the 2025/2026 season for Falkirk, Parkinson showcased his talent by scoring a goal despite being put in as a substitute twice. His performance suggests a bright future for this young player in the Scottish football scene.
