After leaving school he joined Altrincham and later Port Vale, but decided not to pursue a career as a professional footballer following a serious toe injury.
[5] In December 1968 he was appointed manager of Wycombe Wanderers following the resignation of Barry Darvill, and remained there until 1976.
[5] After retiring from Wycombe Wanderers in 1976, Lee worked on the development of Bisham Abbey as a Centre of Excellence.
His son, Bryn confirmed his death, saying that his father had suffered a heart attack whilst sleeping and doctors were unable to resuscitate him.
[7] Lee had been due to attend Wycombe Wanderers' home game versus Derby County the previous day, but was instead admitted to Wexham Park Hospital, feeling unwell.