A vibrant and empathetic network of individuals supporting others around the world

The Haileybury Society fundamentally embodies the Haileybury ethos of Spirit of Service. Both the Society and its members are involved in valuable initiatives all around the world, supporting a wide range of different charities and philanthropic ventures in their aims.

Our Community

The Haileybury Society is a network for life for every Old Haileyburian, working to support not only each other but also the broader community. We maintain this philanthropic, international network via a wide variety of member events, through a mutually beneficial and supportive relationship with the affiliated OH Sports Clubs,…Continue reading “Our Community”

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The Haileybury Society is an active community of OHs all around the world. We post on this page the latest news from Society Members, including charitable activities, career moves, business ventures, reunion events and so much more.

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Small but perfectly formed…

This week has seen two pop up gatherings for Society members living in in Cornwall & Malta. Society Secretary Jane Everard (L 76 & Alb) so enjoyed meeting up with…

Air Commodore Andrew Hine, OBE, RAF (Retd) (Tr 1979-81)

12 May 202514 May 2025

We are very sorry to report that Air Commodore Andrew Hine, OBE, RAF (Retd) (Tr 1979-84) has died of cancer, peacefully at home, aged 58 on 15th April 2025. We…

This could be the start of something BIG …..

OH golfers Derek Lam (B 85-89) and Kevin Yuen (M 87-92) played their inaugural golf match v Old Oundelians on the New Course at the Hong Kong Golf Club on…

Bartle Frere…

The adventure of a lifetime – Felix Davies (BF 13-20)

8 May 20258 May 2025

The Marathon des Sables, or MdS, is a gruelling seven-day ultramarathon, widely known as the toughest footrace on Earth. Approximately the distance of six regular marathons, Felix embraced this incredible…

NOT ONCE, BUT TWICE … Christopher Henley (K 70-75)

Congratulations to Christopher Henley (K 70-75) who was presented at the recent Gala Dinner of the Insurance Institute of London held in the Tower of London, with the 2024 President’s…

Armed Services…

80th Anniversary of VE Day 8th May 2025

7 May 20257 May 2025

To commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe from our community’s perspective, we remember with gratitude those OHs, OISCs, Masters and College staff who gave service to their country…

From French Horn to the D’Oyly Carte – Michael Heyland (A 54)

29 Apr 202529 Apr 2025

We are delighted to share the fascinating music and drama filled life and work of OH Michael Heyland (A 54). Michael started the French horn at Haileybury when free lessons…

shortlisted for the oscars of education

28 Apr 202528 Apr 2025

We are delighted and very proud to share the news that OH James Dahl (L 93), Master of Wellington College and one of the Haileybury Society trustees, has been shortlisted…

Armed Services…

Wonderful Archive Donation – Julian Cope (Tr 71)

23 Apr 202523 Apr 2025

We are excited to share a piece of Haileybury history that has been generously donated by Julian Cope (Tr 71). Julian, a third-generation son attending the school, has contributed his…

David Hugh Rice (Th 56)

We are sorry to advise the passing of Hugh Rice (Th 56) on 17th March 2025, aged 82, after a short illness. Hugh's brother Robert (Th 60) writes: ‘Hugh came…

David Hayles (Th 60)

We are very sorry to advise the death of David Hayles (Th 60) who passed away in Bolivia in February 2025, aged 78. David was a colourful character and a…

Charity and Benevolence…

Alzheimer’s Society Fundraiser

Debbie Wright (Honorary Member), former Deputy Bursar and Financial Controller at Haileybury for over 20 years, and parent to three OHs, is walking a half-marathon in the 2025 Trek26 Suffolk…

Peter Close (C 57, Former staff 65-69)

We are very sad to advise the passing of Peter Close who passed away on 16th February 2025 aged 81. As a pupil at Haileybury Peter was a Prefect and…

Another Rackets success for Tom Billings (LS & BF 04)

Tom Billings (second left) added to his silverware at the US Western Open on 2nd March 2025 with a very convincing 3-0 win over Old Etonian Will Hopton. We send…

ANNUAL LONDON LUNCH 2025

25 Mar 202525 Mar 2025

We were delighted to welcome over 80 OHs and guests to our annual London lunch at the RAF Club on London’s Piccadilly on Wednesday 19th March 2025. After drinks in…

New Zealand OHs get-together

Two’s Company – Three’s a crowd! Charles Deane (E 67) writes from NZ that he, John Middleton (C 88) and Matthew Goodson (B 88) met up on 18th March 2025…

Memories of Haileybury…

JUDY HUNT

24 Mar 202524 Mar 2025

We are very sorry to advise the death of Judy Hunt on 6th March 2025. Many OHs will recall Judy as the wife of David Hunt, HM of Trevelyan and Head…

Emiliya Sivankova (M 19) – London Marathon 2025 – Team Mind

24 Mar 202524 Mar 2025

Emiliya will be joining the list of OHs who have run the London Marathon for worthy causes. This year will be no different with Emiliya fundraising for the charity MIND.…

TRAVEL GRANT – Daniel Hampshire (B 13)

17 Mar 202517 Mar 2025

We are pleased to have awarded a travel grant for £500 to Daniel to enable him to travel independently to Guatemala. Daniel is planning to immerse himself fully in the…

Nick John Charles Gandon (M 69)

5 Mar 20255 Mar 2025

We are very sorry to advise the death of Nick Gandon (M 69), on Friday 28th February 2025, after a brave battle with cancer. Nick taught at Haileybury from 1993-2003; he…

Help James Nye (K 95) raising funds for Only A Pavement Away

25 Feb 202525 Feb 2025

We contacted James to help raise funds and support his latest charity - Only A Pavement Away. Heading to Taiwan in May, this is his story. As James writes, ''Here…

‘It’s a man’s world……….’ (or maybe not) – Sue Snowball (H & Alb 80)

20 Feb 202524 Feb 2025

It was great to hear from Sue Snowball (H & Alb 80) recently about her long and varied career in a very male dominated industry. After Haileybury Sue read Anthropology…

OH Dr. Steven Zhang (K 09) – Ice Age: A Frozen World

OH Dr. Steven Zhang (K 09) shared his scientific expertise on Channel 5’s Ice Age: A Frozen World last Sunday. Steven explained the modus operandi of the fabled sabre-toothed cat…

Zara Everitt (Alb 16) – England win Vitality Netball Nations Cup!

11 Feb 202511 Feb 2025

Zara and her team the Vitality Roses, stormed to victory and lifted the trophy in front of a sold-out crowd on Sunday. The victory marked England’s first ever Vitality Netball…

Sam Billings (BF 04) does it once more!

10 Feb 202511 Feb 2025

Billings leads Dubai Capitals to ILT20 title.Captain for the Kent Spitfires, Sam Billings has lifted the International League T20 with his Dubai Capitals side defeating Desert Vipers by four wickets…

Charity Sleepout at Lord’s Thursday 27th February 2025

Many OHs will be aware that just over 12 months ago Nick Gandon (M 69 & Former Haileybury Staff) was diagnosed with inoperable pancreatic cancer. Given only three months to…

Calling all rugby “SuperVets”!

4 Feb 20254 Feb 2025

OH Dave Phillips (L 74) writes - If you're 50-70 and still fancy a trundle and some old-style rugby values and post-match shenanigans, please get in touch as I'm trying…

Angus Foster KC (E 63)

3 Feb 20253 Feb 2025

We are very sorry to report that Angus J E Foster (E 63) died at home in Scotland surrounded by his family, on 3/1/25, after many years of illness, bravely…

Society Travel Grant for Freya Nates (Alb 15)

3 Feb 20253 Feb 2025

Every year we allocate independent travel grants to deserving young OHs. We’re delighted to confirm that our first one of 2025 for £500 is to Freya Nates (Alb 15). Freya…

An honour for Rosalind Rickaby (Tr 90 & Alb)

16 Jan 20253 Feb 2025

We are delighted to share the news that the significant and fascinating work of Professor Rosalind Rickaby FRS in the world of marine biochemistry, has been recognised in the New…

James Bremner (E 88) World-Class Boutique Marketing & Advertising

16 Jan 20253 Feb 2025

James Bremner (E 88) & CEO & Strategic Consultant - founded in January 2012, GB Agency was born to provide both digital and traditional creative solutions to businesses worldwide. Initially…

John S Tregoning (L 90) – Live Forever?

15 Jan 20253 Feb 2025

Live Forever? John S Tregoning (L 90), Professor of Vaccine Immunology at Imperial College, London has written a second popular science book entitled Live Forever? (a Curious Scientist’s Guide to…

Zoom talk by OH Lieutenant Colonel Neville Lyons (Th 42)

14 Jan 20253 Feb 2025

Wednesday, 4th December 2024 marked the date of our first in a series of Zoom talks by OHs. It was a delight to introduce Neville Lyons (Th 42) who told…

Tim Potter (L 86) – Business Consulting & Services

9 Jan 20253 Feb 2025

Tim Potter (L 86), founder of Trigage, works differently to most traditional sustainability consultancies. As Tim says, Trigage is a sustainability consultancy dedicated to helping businesses integrate environmental, social, and…

Robert Peter FICHTER (BF 56)

7 Jan 20253 Feb 2025

Robert Peter FICHTER (BF 56) Kate Fitcher, Robert's daughter has written to say that Robert died peacefully at 86 at his home at the Chestnut Park Assisted Living Residence in…

Major General Reverend Richard Morgan Llewellyn CB, OBE, OStJ, DL (H 51)

23 Dec 20243 Feb 2025

We are very sad to share the news that Morgan Llewellyn (H 51) passed away peacefully on 12th December 2024, aged 88 after a short battle with Cancer. He served…

Colonel Martin Romilly OBE (Th 57)

23 Dec 20243 Feb 2025

We are very sad to report the death of Colonel Martin Romilly OBE (Th 57), who passed away on 6th December 2024 aged 81, after a battle against Cancer. At…

The National Brain Appeal

23 Dec 20243 Feb 2025

Emma Brining (Alb & k 84) is an Ambassador for Innovation for The National Brain Appeal, following the death of her partner Yannis from a stroke in 2021. She recently…

Pride of Cricket Awards

18 Dec 20243 Feb 2025

We are delighted to share the news that past President Nick Gandon (M 69) has won the Cricketer’s Pride of Cricket award recognising his long and dedicated commitment to the…

The Haileybury Society outreach Teams meeting – A message from OH Edmund (Jim) Aitken-Ballard (Th 87)

17 Dec 20243 Feb 2025

There are times when everyone just needs a chat. That chat is more valuable if it is with likeminded people or others with shared experience. I used to go to…

A Bittersweet Haileybury Family Story, Familial MND – Hugh Anderson (Tr 72)

16 Dec 20243 Feb 2025

I received the Haileybury newsletter, and it stirred up so many wonderful memories of my time there (Trevelyan - 1972 – 1977). It also stirred up memories of my whole…

From Musician to Writer…

11 Dec 20243 Feb 2025

We were interested to hear from Nick Malicka (Tr 68) about his musical career. Nick writes: I am living in Brittany and I work as a professional musician with a…

Robert (Bob) Eastwood (Th 57)

9 Dec 20243 Feb 2025

We are very sad to announce the death of Robert (Bob) Eastwood (Th 57) aged 80. At Haileybury Bob was a prefect and played rugby in the XV in 1960,…

Lloyd Bookless (Former Staff 1969 – 2005)

4 Dec 20243 Feb 2025

We are very sorry to announce the death of Lloyd Bookless (Former Staff 1969 – 2005). Lloyd spent his entire career teaching Classics at Haileybury, He served Haileybury as Assistant…

There’s a Monkey on your Shoulder by Tana Macpherson-Smith (Former Staff)

3 Dec 20243 Feb 2025

What Tana Macpherson-Smith has achieved with this extraordinary book is the power to take all the key elements that make up our mental health issues in the young today -…

Book Release – Stories From A Military Life

Following the success of his Paul Stanton SAS novels, Chris Darnell (M 65), a prolific writer, has written a further autobiographical book, entitled Stories From A Military Life. All Chris’…

Humphrey Nye (Former staff 1961-1994)

3 Dec 20243 Feb 2025

We are sad to announce the death on 19th November 2024 of Humphrey Nye, aged 88. Educated at Dulwich College where he was a head prefect, played in the XV…

Annual General Meeting 2024

2 Dec 20242 Dec 2024

The Society held its AGM at the East India Club on Saturday 30th November 2024. Lizzie Graham (K 76 & Alb) presented the President’s Statement, telling everyone present of the…

NEW PRODUCT LAUNCH – Haileybury Winged Heart London Gin

25 Nov 202426 Nov 2024

When our last batch was a sell out, we decided to go back to the drawing board and bring our Members another fabulous gin just in time for Christmas! Produced…

Queens Club Black Tie Dinner

20 Nov 202420 Nov 2024

On 15th November 60 OHs from the 80s & 90s & guests came together at the prestigious Queen’s Club in west London for a black-tie dinner, courtesy of Queen’s trustee…

The Gloucestershire Regiment Memorial – Honouring The Glorious Glosters

Lieutenant Colonel Richard James (A 57) has been in touch with us to tell us about a new memorial to the Gloucestershire Regiment, which was dedicated and unveiled by HRH…

Now Published – The Haileybury Society Annual Report 2024

The Haileybury Society is delighted to announce the publication of its latest Annual Report. The Annual Report celebrates the achievements of OHs in many walks of life around the world,…

New book release by an OH author

9 Oct 20243 Feb 2025

The Flight of the Vikings (Daring Escapes in Small Boats from Nazi-Occupied Norway 1940-45) by Andrew Orr (Th 60) reveals the little-known history of the brave journeys of people who…

Scottish Reunion 2024 – small but perfectly formed!

7 Oct 20247 Oct 2024

On Saturday 5th October a dozen OHs from across six decades met up in Edinburgh for lunch at Ten Hill Place Hotel in the Surgeon’s Quarter. After gathering over a…

Foundation Day 2024

30 Sep 20243 Oct 2024

On Saturday 21st September 2024 110 Society Members and their guests were welcomed back to Haileybury for a jointly hosted event. We were very lucky that the weather chose to…

The Reverend Peter Lewis

23 Sep 20243 Feb 2025

Haileybury Chaplain 1978-1985 We are very sad to notify members that Reverend Peter Lewis passed away peacefully on 12th September 2024, aged 79. Peter served as Senior Chaplain of Haileybury…

Young OHs event at the Oriental Club

10th September 2024 We were delighted to welcome 90 OHs who left Haileybury during the last decade to a very special evening reception at the Oriental club on 10th September. …

South Midlands Tea

A small but hugely loyal group of OHs who live in the South Midlands held their annual reunion on Friday 13th September. Friday 13th may be unlucky for some but…

Reverend Martin Beaumont (Haileybury Chaplain 1992-2000)

3 Sep 20249 Sep 2024

It is with much sadness that the Society brings news of the death of the Reverend Martin Beaumont on 30 August 2024. A Yorkshireman, educated at Pocklington, Martin read Theology…

Dr. Arthur Reginald Webster Page (H 37)

2 Sep 20243 Feb 2025

We are saddened to report the death of OH Dr Arthur Page (H 37) who has passed away aged 100. Upon leaving Haileybury in 1941 Arthur Page trained as a…

Huge congratulations to Lizzie Bird (C 06)

7 Aug 20243 Feb 2025

Making her Olympic debut in Tokyo 2020, then passing the bar exam in February this year, it was no wonder Lizzie was set for more success! Not only did she…

Innings Declared – a podcast series by Nick Gandon (M 69)

31 Jul 20243 Feb 2025

In January of this year Nick Gandon (M 69) the Society’s most immediate past President was given the most unimaginably awful news with a diagnosis of incurable pancreatic cancer. Those…

A Life In Gold – James Spake Th 97

29 Jul 20243 Feb 2025

Here at The Haileybury Society, we love to inspire our young OHs by celebrating the successes of our members. After reading about James's latest venture, we contacted him to share…

It started with a hymn…

24 Jul 20243 Feb 2025

There is no greater story than a Haileybury love story - Olivia Duckworth (H 10) & Joe Reed (LS & BF 11) were happy to share theirs with us! "We…

Michael Mosley (A 70)

We are very sad to learn of the death of OH Michael Mosley (A 70) in a tragic accident on the Greek island of Symi c. 5th June 2024, aged…

Haileybury Arts Week – 2024

Simon Bland, Director of Music at Haileybury extends a warm welcome to Society members to two special events during June. RECITAL BY HUGH ROWLANDS - Deputy Director of Music &…

D – DAY 80 YEARS ON

3 Jun 20243 Jun 2024

As the world commemorates the 80th anniversary of D-Day the Society pays tribute to all its members who saw active service during WW2, in particular those who were involved in…

OH Bear Raffle Draw

22 May 202428 May 2024

It was an honour to have Jim Thornton, honorary member of the Society & one of Haileybury Council's Vice President at the HQ to draw our OH Bear raffle. We…

Haileybury Hermits

22 May 202422 May 2024

Now that Summer is here, we are delighted to let you that the OH cricketers will be playing two matches on Pavilion at Haileybury in June. The first match on…

Old Haileyburian RFC Match Day Lunch 23rd March 2024

21 May 202421 May 2024

The 23rd March 2024 Match Day lunch at Ruxley Lane was significant for a number of reasons: It celebrated the 90th anniversary of the opening of the new OHRFC ground…

David Hayles (Th 60)- One Man & A Bicycle

20 May 202420 May 2024

One day OH David Hayles set off on a cycle ride ………. you would easily think there is nothing unusual there. However, on this occasion David’s journey was to be…

Lochinver House School is looking for new governors

20 May 202420 May 2024

Are you a former pupil of Lochinver House School or live in or around Hertfordshire? If so, Lochinver is looking to recruit new Governors to join the Board and help…

Haileybury Society news…

Haileybury Society invites its membership to help shape its future

15 May 202420 May 2024

The Haileybury Society is a vibrant community of OHs of all ages, providing a network of support for life. In order to understand what you, our members, want from your…

Haileybury Society London Careers Networking Event

On the 10th April, The Society was pleased to host an informal gathering for OHs to help improve their network and career in the delightful surroundings of the Fable Bar and…

Annual London Lunch – Our Best Turnout Yet!

14 May 202414 May 2024

On 23rd April 2024 112 OHs, Honorary members and guests gathered for the Society’s Annual London Lunch at the RAF Club in London’s Piccadilly. After a welcome glass of fizz…

Sir Stirling Moss (L 43) – ‘To finish first, first you must finish’

14 May 202414 May 2024

Over 150 Members of the Haileybury Society community came together at Westminster Abbey to celebrate the life of iconic OH racing driver Sir Stirling Moss (L 43) – 8th May…

Colonel Martin Romilly, OBE (Th 56)- Another OH First!

14 May 202414 May 2024

SCIENTIFIC EXPLORATION SOCIETY APPOINTS AN OLD HAILEYBURIANCOLONEL MARTIN ROMILLY OBE: Formerly of the Royal Anglian Regiment, Martin was a founder member of Scientific Exploration Society (SES) in 1969. He had been…

John Cairns (A 66) – ‘The Trouble with Jessica’

14 May 202414 May 2024

After all his hard work OH John Cairns (A 66) , founder and CEO of Parkland Pictures https://lnkd.in/gCG8NCZ4 has every reason to be delighted with reviews of his latest film…

Patrick St Leger (C 54) – Wins final squash match

14 May 202414 May 2024

At 82 years young, OH Patrick St Leger is on his way into the Guinness Book of Records as the oldest person still playing competitive Squash. Patrick had played at…

Martin Dodd (Staff 89-00) – former Haileybury Financial Controller

9 Apr 202415 Apr 2024

The Haileybury Society is saddened to learn of the death on 24th February 2024 of Martin William Lindsay Dodd (Staff, 1989-2000). Martin was Financial Controller at Haileybury from 1989-2000 and…

John Gau, CBE (K 54)- Eminent TV producer who documented Northern Ireland’s Troubles

2 Apr 202415 Apr 2024

The Haileybury Society is saddened to learn of the death of John Glen Mackay Gau, CBE (K 54) who has died on 3rd March 2024, aged 83. At Haileybury John…