OUR PHILANTHROPIC PROGRAMME

Through our Philanthropic programme we have been able to deliver a number of projects in recent years that have greatly enriched the life of the students and others in the wider community.

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We are shaping the future

‘Inspire!’ focuses on key areas and aims to: develop our campus and deliver a truly dynamic and world-leading educational environment; widen opportunity and access through our scholarship programme – the WOW! campaign; and provide an enriched curriculum and platform for all round educational success and set our students up for life beyond Wellington.

We are indebted to those parents and OWs who have donated almost £5m to the recent building projects and £6m to the bursary programme over the last 4 years. Without this wonderful philanthropic support, these success stories would simply not have happened.

Recent Successes

Mallinson Library

Reflecting our commitment to the Eight Aptitudes, £2.6m was raised to transform the original College library into a high-tech centre for study and independent learning.

Funded by the College £0.3m
Funded by philanthropy £2.3m
Project cost £2.6m

Monro Pavilion

The now iconic Monro Pavilion, with fantastic views over the Bigside rugby pithces, was named in honour of Hugh Monro, 12th Master of Wellington College.

Funded by the College £0.5m
Funded by philanthropy £1.0m
Project cost £1.5m

Selangor Court

A vibrant social hub next to the V&A Café that provides a meeting space for students and greatly enhances a previously unloved part of the College.

Funded by the College £0.2m
Funded by philanthropy £0.5m
Project cost £0.7m

Mandarin Centre

Reflecting Wellington’s interest in Asian studies, the Mandarin Centre provides a new home for our expanding study of Chinese languages and culture.

Funded by the College £0.2m
Funded by philanthropy £0.5m
Project cost £0.7m

Golf Clubhouse

Sporting opportunities have been expanded with the addition of a swing studio to develop technique and professionalism in a dedicated golfing facility.

Funded by the College -
Funded by philanthropy £0.3m
Project cost £0.3m

Real Tennis

Funded by The Real Tennis and Rackets Association and a small number of OWs and parents, the new court will be an impressive addition to the estate.

Funded by the College -
Funded by philanthropy £1.4m
Project cost £1.4m

Recent Heritage Projects

Chapel windows

Funded by the College -
Funded by philanthropy £110,000
Project cost £110,000

Waterloo Hall Renovation

Funded by the College £135,000
Funded by philanthropy -
Project cost £135,000

Chapel Roll of Honours

Funded by the College £18,000
Funded by philanthropy -
Project cost £18,000

Royal Foundation Room

Funded by the College £50,000
Funded by philanthropy -
Project cost £50,000

Path of Duty Storyboards

Funded by the College £18,000
Funded by philanthropy -
Project cost £18,000

Royal Foundation Exhibition

Funded by the College £25,000
Funded by philanthropy -
Project cost £25,000

Upcoming Events

31 January 2026

Wellington Parent Choir

Concert Room, Wellington College

 

 

Saturday 31st January 11:00am-12:00pm

The Wellington Community invite you to join the informal and fun Wellington Parent Choir, led by our inspirational Director of Music Simon Williamson. Designed for singers of all abilities. To register your place please email: community@wellingtoncollege.org.uk


03 February 2026

Cambridge OW University Visit

The Cambridge Tap, 32 St Andrew's St, Cambridge, CB2 3AR

 

 

Calling all OWs studying at or near to the University of Cambridge! Join us for an informal catch up over drinks and a light buffet, where you can meet other OWs studying at your university. Sam Gutteridge and Tim Rothwell will be attending on behalf of the College.

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07 February 2026

Wellington Parent Choir

Concert Room, Wellington College

 

 

Saturday 7th February 11:00am-12:00pm

The Wellington Community invite you to join the informal and fun Wellington Parent Choir, led by our inspirational Director of Music Simon Williamson. Designed for singers of all abilities. To register your place please email: community@wellingtoncollege.org.uk


More events

Latest News

Kelly Brick (W 17): GB Sprint World Triathlon Championships

02 January 2026

We are proud to share that Kelly Brick (W 17) represented Great Britain in the Age Group Sprint World Triathlon Championships on Friday 17th October 2025 in Wollongong, Australia. Kelly   finished with a time of 1 hour 19 minutes, her best PB time in the last 10 years of triathlon racing, and ranked 26th in […]

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OW Merchandise Update

04 December 2025

With the holiday season upon us, we have had several OWs enquire about OW merchandise, and so we wanted to provide an update about this. As some of you may know, Grubbies changed supplier last summer, and they are no longer stocking OW merchandise. The Wellington Community Team has taken this on, which means we […]

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John Goodeve-Docker (A 64)

02 December 2025

On behalf of the OW Golf Society, we are very sad to share that John Goodeve-Docker (A 64) passed away on Thursday 27th November after a short illness. OWGS President Henry Somerset (Bn 79) shared the message below on behalf of his family and the OWGS:  John (or “Docker” as he was affectionately known) was a very long-standing member of […]

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