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.
Virtual Welcome to the Wellington Community
Virtual
You are warmly invited to our virtual Welcome to the Wellington Community session for parents of new starters on Monday 5 October. The session will be a lovely opportunity to meet fellow parents and hear more about the Wellington Community and the work that we do. We’re offering two sessions (one at 11am and one at 5pm GMT) so families joining us from around the world can choose a time that suits them.
Book your place »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.
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 »Welcome to the Wellington Community
Wellington College
You are warmly invited to our Welcome to the Wellington Community Drinks Reception for parents of new starters on Sunday 11 October, 7pm at the College. The evening will be a lovely opportunity to meet fellow parents, enjoy a drink and some canapés and hear more about the Wellington Community and the work that we do.
Book your place »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 »Property and Real Estate OW Drinks Reception
Mayfair, London
Join OW Property Rep Max Durnford (L 14) for a Property and Real Estate drinks reception in Mayfair from 6pm. This informal evening will be a great opportunity to reconnect with fellow OWs and meet others working in, or considering a career in, the property and real estate sector. Tickets are complimentary. OWs and parents are very welcome to attend, but unfortunately this event is not open to current Wellington pupils.
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.
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 Thursday 12 November 2026 from 7.30pm; drinks and light bites will be provided. The group have chosen to read ‘Homegoing’ by Yaa Gyasi and ‘John of John‘ by Douglas Stuart.
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
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
The Future Economy: Investment, Innovation and Careers
NinetyOne London
How are AI, energy, technology and global change shaping the future of investment, innovation and careers?
Join us from 6.30pm for a panel discussion with four leading speakers, exploring the forces transforming the global economy, the opportunities they are creating and what they mean for the next generation of investors, innovators and leaders. The discussion will be followed by drinks and networking with members of the Wellington Community. View our panellists here.
We will be bringing a small group of Sixth Form pupils to this event – if you are interested in attending, please email us.
Book your place »45-Year Reunion – Class of 1981
Bonds, Mayfair
The Wellington Community would like to invite all 1981 Leavers to reunite and reminisce with one another at Bonds, Mayfair. Drinks and canapés 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 1981 together as possible!
Book your place »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.
Book your place »