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

11 October 2023

Scotland OW Reunion & University Visit

The New Club, Edinburgh

The Wellington Community would like to invite all OWs based in Scotland to reunite and reminisce with one another at The New Club, Edinburgh. This event will also double as our university visit for young OWs who are studying in Scotland. Drinks and a light buffet will be available from 6.30pm, and we hope to bring some Wellington Teachers and OW Liaison, Chris Potter (C 65) up for the event. Please spread the word to ensure we can get as many OWs together as possible!

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12 October 2023

Durham and Newcastle University OW Dinner

La Spaghettata, Durham

The Wellington Community would like to invite all OWs currently studying at or near to Durham and Newcastle Universities to an informal catch up over drinks and a light buffet. We are also hoping to bring up some familiar faces from College for the event. OWs from our Wellington College International schools are very welcome to attend this event.

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14 October 2023

Parent Choir

The Old Gym, Wellington College

Saturday 14th October 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

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Latest News

John Mountford (A 47)

27 September 2023

John Mountford, who died in June 2022 aged 93, did not enjoy the best of starts at Wellington College in 1942. First, illness then extensive damage done by German bombing around Exeter caused prolonged transport havoc, delaying our father’s arrival for his first term. Despite this beginning, he was, in later life, able to reflect […]

Macmillan Coffee Morning: Friday 29 September 2023

18 September 2023

Join us for our annual Macmillan Coffee Morning, held in Waterloo hall on Friday 29th September. We are so grateful to everyone who has supported our previous ‘Coffee Mornings’; the money we have raised over the years has made an incredible difference, and we can’t thank you enough for helping us support those living with […]

Explore the College Archives!

30 August 2023

Last week on OW social media, we ventured into the College’s archives to explore some fascinating pieces from our collection, chosen by our College Archivist, Caroline. From our first College photo album to Queen Victoria’s signature, we wanted to give an insight to College life in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Student Diaries The […]