Mark Ian Ellis (born 30 September 1988) is an English professional footballer who plays as a defender for Vanarama National League club Torquay United on loan from EFL League Two club Barrow. He began his career at Bolton Wanderers, and was the last footballer to sign a contract under Sam Allardyce, but without making a senior appearance. He has previously played in the Football league for Crewe Alexandra, Shrewsbury Town, Carlisle United and Tranmere Rovers as well as loan spells in the National League for Forest Green Rovers, Leyton Orient and Notts County and Solihull Moors.