Waterloo Day Celebrations
20 June 2018Not one, not two, but three OW gatherings celebrating Waterloo Day! David Delius, MBE (O 57) organised a Waterloo Day lunch in Wiltshire, hosting 22 fellow OWs. Wellington College archivist Caroline Jones provided some photo albums and trophies from David’s era, which were greatly appreciated by those in attendance. And in fact, the contingent have […]
First round of the Cricketer Cup results
18 June 2018Congratulations to the OWCC who beat Old Amplefordians by 7 wickets in 1st Round of the Cricketer Cup on turf on Sunday. Final results: Old Amplefordians 127 all out Old Wellingtonians 131-3 OWCC to play Rugby Meteors at Rugby in the second round, on the 1st July
Two OWs names in the 2018 ELLE list of 50 Movers and Shakers
06 June 2018We are very proud to see two OWs in the 2018 ELLE list of 50 Movers and Shakers of the Moment. The ELLE LIST, in association with THEOUTNET.COM, is a curated list of emerging talent from around the world, including actors, artists, musicians, athletes, activists, photographers, beauty heroes and hell-raisers of every kind. This list […]
OW Ryan Lumsden (Bn 15) Qualifies for the US Open
05 June 2018Ryan Lumsden (Bn 15) has won through local and sectional qualifying to reach the US Open at Shinnecock Hills from 14th – 17th June. He shot six under par total to qualify alongside Major winners Adam Scott and Keegan Bradley, who had to endure the gruelling 36-hole qualifying event in Columbus, Ohio. He joins the […]
Update your details
08 May 2018Make sure to inform the Wellington Community office if your details change. It is easy to do, either drop us an email at community@wellingtoncollege.org.uk or you can directly do it on Wellington Connect. Simple log-on as you usually would. Then click the settings button in the top right hand corner, and select ‘update profile‘ from […]
Curran brothers become first siblings to play cricket together for England in the 21st century!
07 May 2018England selected siblings Tom and Sam Curran for the T20 matches against Australia and India. While both players have represented England at the international level, the T20 matches will be first time the two will get an opportunity to play together for the senior England team. In fact, the Currans are the first siblings to play together for England in the […]
Barrow siblings take part in hottest ever London Marathon, fundraising for the Ron Pickering Memorial Fund.
23 April 2018Charlie (Bn 13), Katie (C 16) & George Barrow (S 19) took part in hottest ever London Marathon, fundraising for the Ron Pickering Memorial Fund. From L to R Charlie: 4 hrs 10 Katie: 5 hrs 2 George: 4 hrs 45. “Now that we are all over eighteen we thought it would be the perfect […]
The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst Sovereign’s Parade
16 April 2018On Friday 13th April 2018, at the Royal Military Academy Sanhurst Sovereign’s Parade, OW William Andrew Louis McCreadie was awarded the best cadet of the commissioning course 172 intake. The Sword of Honour was awarded to Senior Under Officer William Andrew Louis McCreadie Considered by the Commandant to be the Best Cadet in the across the […]
OW Morgan Lake (Hn 15) secures a silver medal at the Commonwealth Games
15 April 2018OW Morgan Lake (Hn 15) won a silver medal at the Commonwealth Games with high jump, her first appearance in the championship. The high jump battle came down to a contest between Morgan and St Lucian Levern Spencer, the only two competitors who were able to clear 1.93m. “It’s my first championship medal and it’s […]
OW Will Wilson (S 15) makes world series debut at the Cathy Pacific HSBC Hong Kong Sevens
05 April 2018Will Wilson, a No 8 who will also take up a professional contract with English Premiership side Wasps this summer, started rugby as a mini for Dubai Exiles aged five. Now 21, he has been called into the England senior side for the first time on the HSBC World Sevens Series for the Hong Kong […]
The Old Wellingtonian Sailing Association is celebrating its 20th anniversary year
21 March 2018This is a fantastic year for the OWSA, and we have three upcoming events for OWs aged under 35, and OWs of all ages for the racing event, who are interested in sailing or learning more about the OWSA. Whether you’re keen to socialise with like minded sailors, interested in dipping your toe into sailing, […]
Empower Her Voice: Mothers in the Arts
20 February 2018OW India Ayles (O 13) is organising an event entitled ‘Empower Her Voice: Mothers in the Arts’. The event is taking place at the Royal College of Art on the 26th April 2018. Empower Her Voice is an organisation which aims to promote education and create discussion amongst women around the world. They focus on […]
OW Ice Skating 2017 at Somerset House
19 December 2017We had a lovely time at Somerset House ice-skating, with OWs of all ages and their families. After an hour on the ice, we adjourned to Penthorne’s Bar for some much earned Hot Chocolate, Mulled Wine and Mince Pies. A lovely festive way to spend an afternoon. Keep an eye out in the Michaelmas 2018 […]
Actually Murray
19 December 2017A festive thank you video from Murray Lindo (Head of the Wellington Community) for all the support we receive from OWs, Parents, Staff, Volunteers and Students throughout the year.
Lent term events
18 December 2017The new Wellington Community events programme for the Lent term has just been launched. We hope you were able to enjoy some of the varied events and opportunities that we ran last year which were designed to reinforce, support and build on the unique relationship that we all have with Wellington College and with one […]
Michaelmas term events
31 August 2017The new Wellington Community events programme for the Michaelmas term has just been launched. We hope you were able to enjoy some of the varied events and opportunities that we ran last year which were designed to reinforce, support and build on the unique relationship that we all have with Wellington College and with one […]
OW involved in aftermath of Indian Partition
10 August 2017In light of the 70th anniversary of the Indian Partition, Wellington College archiver Caroline Jones has been doing some investigation into the impact of OWs. A remarkable story has come to light about OW Alec Leslie Cameron; a prefect, Head of School and winner of the King’s Medal. He was also in the First XV […]
Old Wellingtonians defeated Old Eastbournians by 80 runs at Arundel Castle
31 July 2017CRICKETER CUP FINAL SUNDAY 6 AUGUST 2017 Old Wellingtonians defeated Old Eastbournians by 80 runs at Arundel Castle Old Wellingtonians 182 (48.2 overs) E.Young 100, B.Evans 3-16, J.Smith 3-32 Old Eastbournians 102 (36.5 overs) J.Dewes 5-28, A.Dewes 3-32 Arundel in bright sunshine was a treat for all present for the Cricketer Cup final on the […]
Breaking Ground wins Gold Medal at RHS Chelsea Flower Show
23 May 2017Designed by Andrew Wilson and Gavin McWilliam, and sponsored by Darwin Property Investment Management, the garden highlights Wellington College’s ambition to break down barriers to education, and explores the themes of progress, evolution and thought patterns. The planting draws inspiration from heathland around the College. Tall, sculptural and transparent walls run through the garden connecting […]
Wellingtonian70
22 May 2017Chris Potter arrived at Wellington in 1947, 70 years later, he remains an avid custodian of College. OW Rory Bremner cast him as “not just a time capsule but a living repository of Wellington history”. In June 2016, we began an incredible journey, following Chris around the country, talking to OWs about their time at […]
Launch of new Leavers’ Bursary Fund
14 March 2017Over the years to mark students time at College parents have been asked to contribute to a number of projects; including sculpture, benches, a sundial and more. Having spoken to a number of ‘leaver parents’, this type of approach isn’t always universally embraced, so this year we have a new initiative. For those of you […]
Gaining momentum…
17 February 2017As the 2017 Momentum interviews approach, I thought that I would send a quick reminder about how much talent is coming out of Academy and State Schools in the UK. The article at the link below was written by a Momentum student whilst working for The Budding Entrepreneur Magazine, who are a great support of ours, […]
OWs climb Mount Kenya
26 October 2016Two or three times a year there is an informal gathering of old OW friends, all of the same vintage 1979-1984. In one such curry house gathering in November last year, a random plan was hatched to celebrate their 50th birthdays, in 2016, by climbing Mount Kenya. Mount Kenya is the second highest peak in […]
OWs at Home
09 October 2016Saturday 8th October was a full on OW related day of events at College. Many OWs came back for the ‘OWs at Home’ event and judging by the laughter and chatter in Waterlooo Hall, they clearly enjoyed themselves. It was fantastic to have such a mix of ages gather over a delicious (thank you to […]
Willow and the LFA sponsorship
16 September 2016I am in the surprising position of being Chairman of the London Football Awards & Nick Smith, who is another OW that you know, is also on the committee with me. A little backgroundthe LFA is the main fundraising event of the year for Willow, a charity founded by Bob & Megs Wilson. You may […]