September 2026
Life Beyond Wellington Networking Evening 2026
The Fable Farringdon, London
The Life Beyond Wellington Networking Evening brings together members of the Wellington Community to help young OWs navigate university, early career decisions, and the transition into the professional world. It’s an opportunity to make meaningful connections, share experiences, and open doors for future opportunities. Tickets are complimentary and include welcome drinks and canapés.
This event is designed for OWs, parents and their guests, and unfortunately is not open to current Wellington pupils.
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Wellington Christian Parent Prayer Group
The Chapel, Wellington College
You are warmly invited to join the Wellington Christian Parent Prayer Group, set up by a group of current parents from a variety of church backgrounds, who believe prayers have a positive impact on school life. The group welcomes everyone within the Wellington Community with an interest in praying blessings on the school community.
The next meeting will be held from 1-2pm on Saturday 12th September in the Chapel.
The meetings are very informal and meet a few times per term. To join or for further information please email community@wellingtoncollege.org.uk
Wellington Parent Choir
The Concert Room Wellington College
Saturday 12th September 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
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
Wellington Parent Choir
The Concert Room, Wellington College
Saturday 19th September 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
Wellington Community Book Club
Wellington College
The Wellington Community Book Club is a small, friendly group of bookworms who meet regularly to debate the meeting’s highlighted books, discuss what they’re currently perusing, and share their love of reading!
The next meeting will be held in the Potter Pavilion on Wednesday 23 September 2026 from 7.30pm; drinks and light bites will be provided. The group have chosen to read ‘Land’ by Maggie O’Farrell and ‘The Things We Never Say‘ by Elizabeth Strout.
The group always welcomes new members, even if you haven’t had a chance to read the books! If you would be interested in joining, please email community@wellingtoncollege.org.uk for more information
Wellington Parent Choir – Crowthorne Choral Society Day
The Concert Room, Wellington College
Saturday 26th September 11:00am-12:00pm – Crowthorne Choral Society Day
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.
If you wish to join the Crowthorne Choral Society Day, please book via the link here
OW Michaelmas Reunion 2026
Wellington College
Join us on Sunday 28th September for a special OW Reunion, for OWs who left in and prior to 1975, plus a 50-Year Reunion for the Class of 1976.
The day will begin at 11.30am with a chapel service, before a drinks reception at 12 noon. An excellent 3-course lunch will be served at 1.15pm, followed by the chance to take a walk down memory lane with a guided tour of the central College buildings. Afternoon refreshments will be served at 3.30pm. Tickets cost £25 per head, and include a drinks reception, three-course lunch with wine and afternoon refreshments.
Please note, we are now at capacity for this event. Please email community@wellingtoncollege.org.uk or call 01344 444023 to be added to the waitlist.
October 2026
Careers Speed Networking
Waterloo Hall, Wellington College
Careers Speed Networking gives current students from all year groups the opportunity to explore career options, practice their networking skills, and learn more about different jobs from parent & OW volunteers working in a range of sectors. The event will be held in Waterloo Hall from 11.30am, with the networking session running from 12.00pm – 1.00pm, followed by a light sandwich lunch for volunteers.
If you would be interested in volunteering, please email community@wellingtoncolllege.org.uk with a short professional bio.
Exeter OW University Visit
The Turks Head, 202 High Street, Exeter, EX4 3EB
Calling all OWs studying in Exeter! Join us for an informal catch up over drinks and a light buffet, where you can catch up and meet other OWs studying in Exeter. Alumni from our International Schools (WCI) are also very welcome to come along and meet other OWs. Tim Rothwell will be attending on behalf of the College.
Book your place »Wellington Parent Choir
The Concert Room, Wellington College
Saturday 10th 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.
Charles Dickens Walking Tour with Andrew Halls and James Cannon
Meet at 10:30am in Central London and finish at about 12:30pm
Lunch (self-funded) to follow for those who wish
The Victorian Voldemort: The London places where Charles Dickens hid fragments of his dark soul, and found his redemption
The tour, which will last 2 hours followed by refreshments for those who wish to stay on, will take in various central London settings which hold the secret to Dickens’ dark and fascinating character. It will be led by Mr Andrew Halls, OBE, Wellington governor and former headmaster of Magdalen College School, Oxford, King’s College School, Wimbledon, and Whitgift School, together with Dr James Cannon, Head of English at King’s College School, Wimbledon, an expert on the history of the streets of central London. Andrew is currently writing a book entitled, “But such flesh, and so much blood!” Charles Dickens, the Empathetic Psychopath. Sir Anthony Seldon, Founding Director of Wellington College Education (WCE), British historian and author will also be in attendance. No need to book in advance, however please complete the form as an expression of interest.
Please note, this tour is open to parents, past parents and OWs.
Book your place »New Parent Welcome to the Wellington Community
Waterloo Hall, Wellington College
You are warmly invited to our new parent event in Waterloo Hall at College. The event will be an exciting opportunity for all new parents to come together and get to know each other as well as meet key staff from the College and parent representatives from each House.
Book your place »November 2026
Wellington Parent Choir
The Concert Room, Wellington College
Saturday 7th November 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.
10 Year OW Reunion (Class of 2016)
The Exhibit, Balham
The Wellington Community would like to invite all 2016 Leavers to reunite and reminisce with one another at The Exhibit, Balham. Drinks will be available from 6.30pm to celebrate this wonderful milestone. Please spread the word to ensure we can get as many of the Class of 2016 together as possible!
Book your place »Wellington Christian Parent Prayer Group
The Chapel, Wellington College
You are warmly invited to join the Wellington Christian Parent Prayer Group, set up by a group of current parents from a variety of church backgrounds, who believe prayers have a positive impact on school life. The group welcomes everyone within the Wellington Community with an interest in praying blessings on the school community.
The next meeting will be held from 1-2pm on Saturday 14th November in the Chapel.
The meetings are very informal and meet a few times per term. To join or for further information please email community@wellingtoncollege.org.uk
30 Year Reunion – Class of 1996
Wellington College
The Wellington Community would like to invite all 1996 Leavers to reunite and reminisce with one another at a special lunch at Wellington College. Join us from 12.00pm for a drinks reception in Waterloo Hall, followed by a delicious two-course buffet lunch. After lunch, we’ll take a stroll down memory lane with a guided tour of the central College buildings, offering the perfect opportunity to revisit some familiar places and reminisce about your time at Wellington.
Book your place »Parent ‘Call My Bluff’ Wine Night
Great School, Wellington College
Join members of the Wellington Community Team and fellow parents from all year groups for a fun ‘Call my Bluff’ style wine night.
The evening will be hosted by three fantastic panellist’s who’ll share light-hearted, expert tips on wine perfect for the festive season. You’ll sample five wines in a relaxed, gently competitive setting – what’s not to like?
Tables of 10 people (Tickets can be booked individually or per table)
Book your place »December 2026
OW Carol Service 2026
All Souls Church, Langham
We are thrilled to be hosting our annual OW Carol Service at the beautiful All Souls Church. Led by Will Stileman (T 81), whose support and vision have been instrumental in bringing this special event to life, the evening promises to be a joyful celebration of community, music, and festive spirit. This event is open to all members of the Wellington Community.
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