 In 1962, Turner played his last match for Great Britain in the 17-12 defeat by France at Stade Gilbert Brutus, Perpignan.After retiring from the field Turner was head coach for Castleford at Wheldon Road from 1966 until Saturday 24 May 1969, and is regarded as the best Castleford coach of all time.During his period as coach Castleford won the Challenge Cup in 1969 as well as reaching the Yorkshire Cup Final and Premiership Final.