Life Beyond Wellington Networking Evening

The Other House, South Kensington, London

Are you an OW or parent who is established in their career and able to offer advice or work shadowing within your company? Or perhaps you are a young OW looking for support around careers? Either way, this event is for you! The Life Beyond Wellington Networking Evening is an event for all members of the Wellington Community, designed to support our young OWs as they navigate their way through university and/or the beginning of their career.

Parent and OW Reception in Hong Kong

Hong Kong

James Dahl, 15th Master, and Murray Lindo, Head of the Wellington Community, will be in Hong Kong this September as part of a series of global gatherings with our international Wellington families. This informal evening is a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow parents and Old Wellingtonians living in Hong Kong, while also hearing more about our newly launched Excellence & Access Campaign. Please email development@wel​lingtoncollege.​org.uk for more information.

Fireside Talk: ‘Being Human in the Age of AI’ by Baroness Susan Greenfield CBE

Wellington College

The Wellington Community and Academic Extension Team would like to invite parents and OWs to a special edition of our Fireside Talks series, ‘Being Human in the Age of AI’ in the CLT. Baroness Susan Greenfield CBE is a scientist, writer, broadcaster, and member of the House of Lords. She is currently Emeritus Professor of Pharmacology at the University of Oxford, and holds 32 honorary degrees from UK and foreign universities. Her area of special scientific interest is the physiology of the human brain, particularly Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease.

Law Networking Evening

The Other House, South Kensington, London

Join us for our annual Law Networking Evening, which brings together all from the Wellington Community working or interested in a career in the legal sector. Tickets are complimentary, and include welcome drinks and nibbles.

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 Library Moral Room on Thursday 25th September 2025 from 7.30pm; drinks and light bites will be provided. The group have chosen to read ‘The Names’ by Florence Knapp, ‘Raising Hare’ by Chloe Dalton and ‘Clear’ by Carys Davies.

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.

OW Michaelmas Reunion 2025

Wellington College

Join us on Sunday 28th September for a special OW Reunion, for OWs who left in and prior to 1974, plus a 50-Year Reunion for the Class of 1975.

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.

OW Property and Real Estate Drinks Reception

The Jackalope, London

Organised by Max Durnford (L 14), this informal drinks reception is a great opportunity to meet other OWs working in the Property and Real Estate sector. Please RSVP using the short form. Please note, this is an OW-only event.

Durham and Newcastle OW University Visit

The Library, Durham

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

Edinburgh OW University Visit

The Three Sisters, Edinburgh

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

10-Year OW Reunion (Class of 2015)

The Fable, London

The Wellington Community would like to invite all 2015 Leavers to reunite and reminisce with one another at The Fable, Farringdon. Drinks and canapes 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 2015 together as possible!

OW Carol Service 2025

All Souls Church, London

Following the incredible success of last year’s inaugural OW Carol Service, our biggest OW event to date we, are thrilled to be hosting it once again 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.