Heritage


Restoring, conserving and celebrating our amazing heritage

At Wellington College we have a truly remarkable heritage that we are extremely proud of.

HERITAGE PROJECTS

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Heritage has been an area that has been given more resource to ensure that we are celebrating and preserving the amazing collection of artefacts, paintings and archives that we have. Last year we recruited a professional archivist who has undertaken a full audit of our artefacts, archives and paintings and we are now able to make some informed choices about how we make the most of what we have and how best to use the collection to engage all members of the College Community with our unique history and heritage.

Our heritage work is greatly enhanced by the Heritage Steering Group and we have established a ‘Friends of Wellington Heritage’ group to encourage small regular gifts and promote our heritage by hosting an annual Heritage Day at the College.

Recent Heritage Projects

Chapel windows

Funded by the College
Funded by philanthropy £110,000
Project cost £110,000

Waterloo Hall Renovation

Funded by the College £135,000
Funded by philanthropy
Project cost £135,000

Chapel Roll of Honours

Funded by the College £18,000
Funded by philanthropy
Project cost £18,000

Royal Foundation Room

Funded by the College £50,000
Funded by philanthropy
Project cost £50,000

Path of Duty Storyboards

Funded by the College £18,000
Funded by philanthropy
Project cost £18,000

Royal Foundation Exhibition

Funded by the College £25,000
Funded by philanthropy
Project cost £25,000

Latest News

Anthony Dutton Takes on 4-Day Rowing Challenge

21 July 2026

On Friday 24th July, Anthony Dutton (Hl 88) and James Shone will set off on an extraordinary four-day rowing challenge along the River Thames in support of I Can & I Am. Together, they will row 78 miles (125km), navigating 28 locks in a specially designed carbon-fibre coastal training boat. Each day, they will be […]

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OW Uni Ambassador Scheme: Supporting Pupils Through the University Journey

13 July 2026

Choosing what to study, deciding where to apply, or considering a gap year can make the university application process feel overwhelming. While prospectuses, open days and online research are all valuable resources, nothing quite compares to hearing directly from someone who has already been through the experience. That’s exactly why we created the OW University […]

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Life Beyond Fifth Form: Preparing for What Comes Next

02 July 2026

The Life Beyond Fifth Form Programme 2026 offered pupils an inspiring and practical introduction to the skills, mindsets and experiences that will help them thrive in Sixth Form and beyond Wellington. Over three immersive days, pupils took part in workshops, interactive sessions and hands-on activities designed to build confidence, independence and curiosity about the world of work […]

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Upcoming Events

25 July 2026

Public Historic Tour of Wellington College

Wellington College

 

 

A unique opportunity for the general public to discover the historic buildings and grounds of Wellington College, in support of the Crowthorne Carnival Association. College Archivist Caroline Jones will tell the story of Wellington College’s foundation, guiding you around the central buildings and sharing some treasures from the College’s collection. The tour will include the Chapel, Great School, the Royal Foundation Room, Dining Hall and Waterloo Hall. Tickets cost £10 per person, with 100% of ticket sales being donated to the CCA. Please note, this tour is now at capacity; please email community@wellingtoncollege.org.uk


08 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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12 September 2026

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


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