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 Grandfather Herbert Vallack Cope’s (Melvill 1906 – 11) cherished school blazer from 1911, adorned with a beautiful, but faded Haileybury Crest. This remarkable piece, preserved for over a century, remains in remarkably good condition, a testament to its enduring quality.

Accompanying this treasured blazer are photos capturing moments with his house pupils and proudly posing with the 1st XI cricket team in their traditional whites. The historical significance and sentimental value of these items truly encapsulate the rich legacy and traditions of Haileybury.

Herbert V Cope – Photo 1: 1st left, second row. Photo 2: in cricket whites first left. Photo 3: 1st left bottom row.

Julian’s other Grandfather was Major Charles Fair (bottom right in photo) who taught at Haileybury from 1912-1946 and was HM of Trevelyan. Not only one of the school’s longest serving masters, he also served in WW1, when he was awarded a Distinguished Service Order and was Mentioned in Dispatches. During WW2 he was in the Home Guard and ran the Haileybury College Junior Training Corps.