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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

Golf Clubhouse

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

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

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

Recent Heritage Projects

Chapel windows

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

Waterloo Hall Renovation

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

Chapel Roll of Honours

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

Royal Foundation Room

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

Path of Duty Storyboards

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

Royal Foundation Exhibition

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

Upcoming Events

16 July 2026

Public Historic Tour of Wellington College

Wellington College

A unique opportunity for the general public to discover the historic buildings and grounds of Wellington College, in support of the Crowthorne Carnival Association. College Archivist Caroline Jones will tell the story of Wellington College’s foundation, guiding you around the central buildings and sharing some treasures from the College’s collection. The tour will include the Chapel, Great School, the Royal Foundation Room, Dining Hall and Waterloo Hall. Tickets cost £10 per person, with 100% of ticket sales being donated to the CCA. Please note, this tour is now at capacity; please email community@wellingtoncollege.org.uk

25 July 2026

Public Historic Tour of Wellington College

Wellington College

14 September 2026

Western Front Tour with Anthony Seldon

Meet at Kings Cross St Pancras Monday 14th September - Times TBC

Explore the Battlefields of the Somme, Vimy Ridge & Ypres

14-16 September 2026 | 3 days from £1,139pp

Join historian Sir Anthony Seldon on a moving tour of World War I battlefields and memorials. Step back in time and honour the heroes of the Great War with our immersive three-day Battlefield Tour through some of the most iconic and poignant sites of World War I. This unforgettable journey takes you through the hallowed grounds of The Somme, Vimy Ridge, and Ypres, where history was written in courage, sacrifice, and resilience. During the tour, you’ll walk through the trenches at Beaumont-Hamel, visit the Thiepval Memorial and spend the day in Ypres. You’ll also travel to Vimy Ridge, visiting the memorial, dedicated to over 11,000 Canadian soldiers with no known grave. Joining you for the duration of the tour are Sir Anthony Seldon and battlefield guide Clive Harris.

For more information or if you wish to book, please email community@wellingtoncollege.org.uk

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