Forthcoming Events:

 Half Century Lunch Club on Tuesday 3rd November 2009 in the Orangery at Orwell Park School, Nacton, Suffolk. If you would like further information please contact Helen Alcoe on 01473 653 222 or email: helenalcoe@orwellpark.co.uk

 Past Events

Thursday 10th January 2008

Old Orwellian London Reception at The House of Lords  

Seventy years separated the youngest Old Orwellian, Mr Sam Tuke (1993-2000) with the oldest Lt Col Nesbitt (1930-1936).  Much reminiscing took place and contact was rekindled between old friends and classmates.  All ages were represented with many attending their first ever Old Orwellian event.  Let’s hope that this was the first of many.  Thank you to all those that attended and we look forward to welcoming you to more events in the future.

Click below to view the photographs and for a full list of those that attended.

House of Lords Attendee List and Photographs

Half Century Club Luncheon, Orwell Park School, Nacton, Suffolk

The School's youngest musician aged 8 played a piece on the double bass and two of the eldest musicians played a superb duet on the piano.  A delicious lunch took place with much banter and recollection of memories.

After lunch, the new Half Century Club tie was launched.  On Old Orwellian Day, Colin Laird (1936-1940) presented Andrew Auster with a tie as a leaving gift made from his Rugby Colours which he was awarded whilst at Orwell Park.  From this gesture the new Half Century tie was born.  Sadly Colin died in October this year, his memorial service was held in Ely Cathedral.  Made from 100% silk it is only available to Members of the Half Century Club.  There is no charge for the tie but a donation to the School is welcome.

Pictures of the Half Century Club Lunch 2007

This year's event which is being hosted by Mr Peter Jackson will be held at the Farmers Club, Whitehall on Tuesday 4th November 2008.

Below is a list of Half Century Club Members who attended the 2007 Lunch:

Mr Martin R C Crawshay (1937-1941)

Mr George R Gilbart-Smith (1954-1956)

Dr John R Gill (1950-1956)

Mr W B L Hallam (1942-1948)

Mr Simon V Hitchcock (1949-1954)

Mr John E F Hunt (1946-1951)

Mr Peter Jackson  (1936-1940)

Mr David Jude (1946-1952)

Mr Andrew Kershaw (1941-1948)

Mrs Virginia A J King  (1947-1951)

Mr John B Lovett (1946-1950)

Mr Hew A Naylor (1942-1946)

Mr Peter R Nelson  (1948-1953)

Mr Winter J R V Rose (1951-1956)

Mr David G R Shipman (1951-1955)

Sir Keith Skinner (1937-1941)

Guests

Mrs Gilly Gill

Mrs Olivia Hallam

Mrs Annabel Hunt

Mrs Ann Jackson

Mrs Mary Jude

Ms Sally Milligan

Mrs Jean Naylor

Jill Lady Skinner

Mr Peter H Veenbaas (1954-1960)

Mr David Wake-Walker (1956-1960) (Chairman of Governors)

Mrs Jenni Wake-Walker

Click the link below to find out more about the Half Century Club and for the Guest List and Photographs for 2006.

Link to Half Century Club page

Saturday 12th May 2007

Old Orwellian Day

Orwell Park School, Nacton, Suffolk

The day started with a Memorial Service in Nacton Church celebrating the lives of Sylvia and Brian Belle, followed by the planting of a Sweet Chestnut Tree overlooking the cricket ground.

Some Old Orwellians who were returning for the first time were able to reminisce with old acquaintances.  One former pupil was returning for the first time in 60 years!  Those that return each year enjoying seeing old and new friends too.

During lunch, current pupil Jack Dolbey read his very amusing speech about the pros and cons of being short which had won him the Public Speaking Competition.  Head Boy, Toby Skailes and Head Girl Lucy Ronan spoke of their memories of Orwell Park as they continue their education at senior school next year.

The Headmaster Elect, Mr Paul Forte was present, speaking to many former pupils during the day.  At lunch he spoke of how much he was looking forward to joining Orwell Park in September. 

 For a full list of those attending please click here Old Orwellian Day 2008

Tuesday 4th November 2008

The Half Century Club Lunch, The Farmers Club, Whitehall, London