Houses of Haileybury – The Haileybury Society

Antony Nunn (H 1941-45), OBE

21 May 202521 May 2025

We are very sad to report the death of Olympian Tony Nunn (H 1941-45) on 7th May 2025, aged 97. At Haileybury Tony was a Prefect; he played in the XV…

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…

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…