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We decided to go with an Olympic theme for the magazine cover this year and we are grateful to OP John Skinner for providing us with such a unique opportunity to do so! The front cover also represents another theme which we hope is evident as you read through the magazine and that is one of achievement. We hope you enjoy the magazine and reading about all the achievements, however big or small, of Old Pocklingtonians.

Many of our readers love the Personalia section of the magazine which gives short updates about what OPs are up to. We would like to encourage as many OPs as possible to send in a sentence or two about life post-Pock for next year’s magazine and send it to the OP office as follows:

OP OfficePocklington SchoolWest GreenPocklington, YO42 2NJTel: 01759 321307Rachel: darer@pocklingtonschool.comJoan: goughj@pocklingtonschool.comDavid: smithd@pocklingtonschool.com

Finally, please visit the new OP web site at www.oldpocklingtonians.com for all the latest OP news and event information. Keep in touch!

Best wishes

Rachel DareOP Liaison Officer

Dear Old Pocklingtonians

I had not anticipated that one of the duties of a headmaster would be to judge the ‘Best Presented Polo Pony’ at a recent competition at the White Rose Polo Club, Yorkshire’s largest polo club. I recovered my composure when OP Joan Gough (née Sawyer, 75-77) offered technical assistance to ensure that I made an informed decision. This was a remarkable event as a Pocklington School sponsored polo team, I presume our first, won. The team included Lord Manton, a current Lyndhurst parent, and Guido, a supportive and enthusiastic Argentinian. We certainly hope to repeat the success of this event, when 70 parents, pupils and OPs joined us for an enjoyable afternoon.

As part of our own holiday to Hong Kong and China, Fiona and I enjoyed an excellent afternoon at the YMCA in Kowloon, entertaining 50 people connected with Pocklington School; current parents and pupils, and OPs. I was surprised on the arrival of one parent, an Inspector in the Hong Kong Police, to be presented with his business card, kindly informing me that should I get into trouble I needed to phone this number. He then provided me with a second business card which was that of his son, who is a lawyer, and stated “if you then do get into trouble, phone this number to get out of trouble”. Fortuitously, I needed neither card on this trip! I was struck at the reception by the remarkable warmth and support of parents and Old Pocklingtonians towards the school and here we were, 6,000 miles away on a terrace overlooking Hong Kong Island in 30 degrees heat. We are a richer community for the different perspectives and experiences which overseas students bring to the school.

In my report last year I thanked OPs who have supported our careers networking and referred to James Pratt who had been given support in terms of TV film-making. As an update, James has recently secured a contract in Bristol as a result of the opportunities provided for him. As the challenges for young people in securing employment continue, any offers of support are much appreciated.

The Archive Room has been completed, thanks to the generosity of donors, and we will be opening the Room officially in the Michaelmas term. Angie Edwards, the School Archivist, continues to appreciate all memorabilia sent to her.

The polo competition referred to in my opening paragraph was one of our Pocklington 500 events. I would like to thank those Old Pocklingtonians involved and also the Old Pocklingtonian Association for their support of the inaugural Golf Day in May. I still remain disappointed that I was not selected for the staff team in spite of securing a comprehensive victory against Trevor Loten (1970-1980) and Malcolm Milne (1955-1962) in December. However, I clearly need to move on!

I do hope that if you have an opportunity to join an Old Pocklingtonian event you are able to do so as we move towards September 2013 when we will commence our celebration of 500 years.

Mark RonanHeadmaster

Note fromthe Editors

From the Headmaster’s Desk

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Ask Your Parents to Contact Us!

Over the years the school has lost touch with

many of its former parents, but as we approach

the Quincentenary in 2014 the school is trying to

get back in contact with as many former parents

as possible. Please can you help by asking your

parents to get in touch via Joan in the OP Office

goughj@pocklingtonschool.com or by completing

the enclosed postcard and sending it back to the

school as indicated. Thank you.

Dear OPs,

There is lots of activity to refer you to in this year’s magazine and calendar. We have been able to share and celebrate far more in each other’s lives and the Pocklingtonian family is increasingly coming together with the school, teachers, pupils and parents in a vibrant community.

From the heights of Carnegie Symphony Hall to the bottom of a muddy ruck, climbing a mountain face to volunteering in Africa, from Cabinet Office to the front line, serving God, our community, farming, health care and business, OPs are a wide and varied group with a zest for life and a proud heritage going back 500 years – nearly!

We had an OP selected for one of the boats on the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee river pageant, we have an OP Olympic torch bearer, we have OP players at national level in golf, rugby, climbing and hockey coming back to give coaching and inspiration. We have OPs in local, national and international business coming back to give lectures to the Entrepreneurs Club. We have OPs in the arts and theatre performing on stage and screen from the telly to the Albert Hall returning to perform at school. We have OPs in touch with the school from around the world – from California, New York, Malaysia and Hong Kong. OPs in South Africa are helping with this year’s school sports tour.

This increased level of engagement is good for the OPs themselves, for the school and especially today’s pupils. You have lots of opportunities to get involved and that you will find socially enjoyable, intellectually stimulating and career-wise very helpful.

Leaving Pock with or without going on to further education, qualifications and associated debt, is tough at the moment. On the careers front, making faceless e-mail applications often without a response is depressing for our graduates and their families. By networking with OPs and parents we are able to mentor, assist, encourage, provide office experience, CV help, interview coaching and access to employer decision makers. In interview our graduates perform well – they are confident, articulate and are “Inspired for Life” and this is securing them openings and jobs – even with other OPs!

Throughout the rest of the calendar there are numerous OP year group reunions and even weddings this year that I am aware of – and lots of

opportunities to enjoy Old Pock produce from locally produced food, the hampers, with Old Pock mustard, coffee, wine and our very own Old Pock Founders ale!

We had the inaugural Pocklingtonian Golf Day with over 60 participants and a date has already been set to hold it again in May next year. The OP Golf Society has a number of new players on board and the team is qualifying for the major tournaments such as the finals of the Grafton Morrish.

The OP Summer Reunion was well attended with lunch, tea, tours, year group reunions and tennis – although the cricket was rained off. I went with 40 other OPs, staff, governors, parents and friends of Pock on the WW1 Battlefields tour. An OP won the first VC of WW2 awarded to the army and many others gave their lives in both wars, so it was a special time to learn about and remember them for their exploits and sacrifice.

This year’s Leeds dinner is in October and the London dinner is at the prestigious East India Club in November. The Archive, which many of you contributed money and memorabilia to, will open in autumn for you to visit and research.

We are making events more relevant to a wider audience. Hence meetings with a twist, such as a speaker, a performance, a tour, a focus, with specific friends, a year group, a trip or team reunion, a careers and networking bias. I can confidently say that you are increasingly missing out if you are not there.

I want to thank all of you who have contributed and participated this year and the committee and team of Rachel, Joan and David for all their hard work.

So please let us know your news and keep in touch with what is going on, and thank you all for being involved and for giving something back.

Kind regards

Tom NashPresident OPA

From the Headmaster’s Desk The President’s ViewOPA Committee Members OP ElectedPresident: Tom Nash (1968-1977)

Vice President: Andrew Wilson (1989-1999)

Treasurer: Mark Longley (1969-1979)

Henry Mitchell (1991-2002)

David Moore (1978-1982)

Duncan Goodyear (1980-1985)

School AppointedMark Ronan (Headmaster)

Rachel Dare (OP Liaison Officer, OPA Secretary)

Phil Donaldson (Teaching staff)

Sheena McNamee (Teaching staff)

Ex OfficioMark East (1972-1976, immediate Past President)

AGM – 2012The Annual General Meeting of the Old Pocklingtonian Association will take place on Friday 30 November 2012, 7pm-8pm in The Gruggen Room at school. Please contact the OP office if you would like to attend. Drinks and nibbles will be available. All OPs are welcome. Agenda as follows:

• Apologies

• Minutes of last AGM

• President’s/Secretary’s Report

• Treasurer’s Report and Approval of Accounts

• Nomination and Election of Committee

• AOB

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Cover StoryOP John Skinner (1975-1982) carried the Olympic

Torch through Ripon on Tuesday 19 June 2012 as

part of the Olympic Torch Relay. John was selected

as an Olympic Torchbearer because of his dedication

to facilitating sportsmanship in young people at

North Stainley Cricket Club. Crowds gathered in

the city to cheer him on for his once-in-a-lifetime

experience. John said “It was the most amazing and

humbling day – the crowds were overwhelming.”

We are very grateful to John for allowing us to use

his photograph on the front cover.

Welcome to the Old Pocklingtonian Association

Andrew Arden Gap Year then Bishop Burton General Agriculture (2012)

Dan Atkinson University of Newcastle Biomedicine (2012)

Lauren Atkinson University of Liverpool Business Studies and French

Oliver Barber Employment

Thomas Beachell University of Northumbria Computer Science

Eamonn Bedford University of Liverpool Biomedical Science

Gregory Berry Manchester Metropolitan University Business Management with Legal Studies (2012)

Miranda Bond University of Cambridge, St John’s College Classics: Greek and Latin

Thomas Brader De Montfort University Foundation Diploma in Art and Design

Zak Branchette University of Newcastle Politics

Abigail Brant Leeds Metropolitan University Sports Coaching

Thomas Brant Rose Bruford College Stage Management

Melissa Brice University of West England, Bristol Adult Nursing

William Burn University of Sheffield Civil Engineering (2012)

Annabel Cawood University College, London Law

Wai Chi Vincci Chan University of Bristol Economics

Sin Man Angel Cheung University of Manchester Economics and Finance

Olivia Costoya Hall Queen Mary College, London French and Hispanic Studies

Phoebe Cowley University of Manchester Pharmacy

Hannah Crompton University of Leeds Geological Sciences

Ross Cronshaw University of York Archaeology

Hannah Dawson Bishop Burton College Policing and Community Studies

Abigail Dee Oxford Media and Business School The Executive PA Diploma

Edward Falkingham Royal Agriculture College, Cirencester Agriculture and Farm Management (2012)

Lorrain Fisher Leeds Metropolitan University Business and Management

James Flint University of Sheffield Economics (2012)

Robert Foot University of Manchester Music

Ashley Foreman Gap Year

Douglas Grant Employment

Edward Green University of Loughborough Industrial Design and Technology

Isaac Green Royal Agriculture College, Cirencester Agriculture and Farm Management

Thomas Hall University of York Accounting, Business Finance & Management

George Hardy Employment

Robert Harris University of Edinburgh Philosophy

Emma Hawcroft University of Durham History

Edward Hetherington Kings College, London French

Kwan Yin Ho University of Nottingham Pharmacy

Fenella Hobson Oxford Media and Business School The Executive PA Diploma

Eleanor Holbrough Leeds Metropolitan University Childhood Studies

Robert Honeyman University of Staffordshire Psychology

Christopher Iyer University of Newcastle History

Jason James University of Huddersfield Engineering Foundation

Jessica James Gap Year

Edward Jeffrey University of Swansea Classics

Charles Jude Accountancy Apprenticeship

Charlie Knapton University of Newcastle Agriculture

Joseph Knight University of Sheffield Medicine

Benjamin Knowlson Leeds Metropolitan University Business and Management

Julian Lawrence Leeds Metropolitan University Event and Festival Management HND

Kwun Lok Alan Lee Nottingham Trent University Environmental Science

Pui Yan Priscilla Lee University of Bath Mathematics and Statistics

Kai Hang Liu Goldsmiths Media and Communications

Aimee Long Southampton Solent University Writing Fashion and Culture

Joshua Mainprize Central St. Martins College of Art and Design Diploma in Art & Design

Ross Marshall Sheffield Hallam University Design Technology

William Mason University of Northumbria Mechanical Engineering

Michael McKinstry Gap Year

Rocio Mondaca University of Manchester Law

Tomas Moore University of Wales, Trinity Saint David Philosophy and History

Alistair Moran University of Derby Hospitality and Culinary Arts

Samuel Mortimer Exeter College Diploma in Art and Design

Sophie Nash Sheffield Hallam University Occupational Therapy

Ka Chun Matthew Ng University of Birmingham Psychology

Wing Yue Pang University of East Anglia Pharmacy

Emily Peters University of Liverpool Marine Biology

Thomas Philip Heriott Watt University Quantity Surveying

Barnaby Platt University of Central Lancashire Multimedia Development

Jiawei Victor Qu University of York Mathematics

Adam Richardson University of Sheffield Mechanical Engineering

Polly Robinson Leeds College of Art & Design Diploma in Art and Design

Daniel Rogerson University of York Physics

Tanya Rose University of Newcastle Medicine

George Ryan University of East Anglia History

Lucy Rymer Leeds College of Art & Design Diploma in Art and Design

Aimee Schofield University of Northumbria Applied Sport and Exercise Science

Jennifer Sedcole University of Nottingham Medicine

Joseph Shaw Hull College Diploma in Art and Design

2012 Leavers become Old Pocklingtonians!

2011 Leavers’ Destinations: Find out where they went

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Harriet Slater University of Lincoln Bioveterinary Science

Thomas Stafford Leeds Metropolitan University Music Production

Lisa Stillie University of Glasgow English Literature

Henry Stockley University of Sussex Law with Politics

Claire Stowell University of Manchester Adult Nursing

Hugh Stubbins University of Cambridge, Jesus College History

Alexander Torkington University of Northampton Construction Management (2012)

Robin Towse Employment

Thomas Turner University of Northumbria Business with Finance

Camilla Wade Manchester Metropolitan University Retail Marketing Management

Steffan Walters University of Kent Physics

Charles Ward University of Hull Physics

Thomas Waring Harper Adams University College Agriculture

Benjamin Welch University of Cumbria Outdoor Leadership

Mary Wilson University of Huddersfield Chemistry with Forensic Science

First Class HonoursCongratulations to the following OPs who have recently gained a 1st class honours:Harry Coates (1997-2008), BSc (Hons) Logistics, Aston UniversitySophie Featherby (2001-2008),

BSc (Hons) Bio-medical Chemistry, Warwick University Gemma Gray (1996-2006), BSc (Hons) Food Studies and Nutrition, Leeds UniversitySam Holmes (1999-2006), BSc (Hons) Business Administration, University of Bath

Lara Pearce (2000-2008), BA (Hons) Theology University of NottinghamDo let us know if you recently graduated with a 1st class honours degree so that we can add your name to the Honours Boards in the Music School.

Spotlight on CareersOP Careers Network Success StoriesThe OP Careers Network has been busy helping OPs and 6th formers with job applications, CVs, work placements, mentoring and advice. Read some of the highlights below and if you want to help or be involved, please get in touch with the OP Office.

Guy Brumfield (2001-2008), pictured below, used the OP Network to help him secure a place on the graduate training programme at URS, one of the world’s leading engineering and environmental consultants. He writes: “I graduated from Durham University in summer 2011 with an Honours Degree in Environmental Geosciences. Despite working really hard for 6 months filling out job applications, phoning lots of companies and sending out lots of CVs, I was disappointed not to get offered a position and in most cases not to even get a reply from lots of the companies.

Then I heard about the OP Network and was introduced to Tom Nash (1968-1977). I went with

him to meetings on some of his contaminated land and brown field development deals and read all the consultants’ reports. I attended conference calls and practised interview questions and learnt a lot.

With this work experience and help from Helen Stephenson, an HR consultant, I was able to transform my CV and got an interview with URS. Because they had already met me and I had learnt so much by being in the office and practising interviews etc., I was able to win in the interview process and get a full-time permanent position on their graduate training programme which is awesome as in this recession they are like gold dust. I really cannot thank the OPA enough for giving me the opening that I needed to get my career up and running and my parents are glad to get me out of the house! If any other OPs or parents can help us on our way, please do offer your help. Just going into an office and seeing how it all works really helps us students – let alone actually doing work that related to my chosen career. I still had to win the place at interview but at least I could show myself ahead of other candidates who had not had any experience.

They also liked my team sports as they said that it showed hard work and commitment to training etc. So thank you to school and to the OPA and I will definitely do the same for you in the future.”

Readers may remember the story about James Pratt (2002-2009) finding a work placement in the television industry through David Peet (1966-1971) in last year’s magazine. Following on from this, James recently secured a full 6-month contract with Tidy Productions to work on the second series of Stella, a ten-part series for Sky TV. The opportunity for a contract came out of the blue and James went through a tough interview process against other high

calibre candidates to secure the job. He started his contract at the end of March which meant leaving Leeds University a term early, with a dissertation still to complete. However, the opportunity to secure a contract was not one to be missed. The OPA is pleased to report that James has since managed to complete his degree, a BA (Hons) in Television Production, gaining a 2i, whilst still making the most of this fabulous opportunity with Tidy Productions.

Guy Harland (2007-2012) used the OP Careers Network to get some engineering work experience for his gap year.

“It seemed an almost impossible task to find good opportunities, especially as a Sixth Former heading out into a very large and hectic world. The OP Network, however, helped me every step of the way; not only did they offer frank and thoughtful discussion on which career was best for me, they also connected me to a number of OPs who worked in engineering. The OPs advised me through the application process which resulted in an offer of two months’ paid work experience with Babcock Engineering in Plymouth which is exactly what I was looking for. I have nothing but praise for the OP Network, and I hope others will take full advantage of the services it provides. My particular thanks to Jerry Caley (1961-1967) for his support and advice.”

(L to R) David Peet, James Pratt, Alex Peet

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Spotlight on Careers

Regular business networking lunches are the newest addition to the OP calendar of events and are already proving to be very popular. Networking events can help OPs to make valuable contacts with like-minded people at different stages of their career and can open up real opportunities for employment and continuing professional development. They also provide an excellent forum for enhancing career prospects and learning more about a specific business sector and are particularly useful for undergraduates or recent graduates looking to get their foot on the ladder or needing advice from someone doing the job they aspire to.

At the moment, networking lunches have been held in London and Leeds once every six months. The London event is hosted by Duncan Goodyear (1980-1985) at the Iron Duke Pub in Mayfair, whilst the Leeds event has been hosted by David Strachan (1967-1977) and Adam Hastie (1983-1988) at Schofield Sweeny’s city centre offices. All guests are given a list of others attending with a brief synopsis about their career and a contact e-mail so they can make the most of their time at the event and also keep in touch or follow up afterwards. At the Leeds event in May there was even a mini reunion of 1988 leavers!

If you would like to come to one of the networking events, please contact the OP Office to find out when the next one is taking place or check the forthcoming events on the OP web site. We hope to see you there.

OP Business Networking Lunches

Hannah Spearheads New Equine Practice at Shropshire Law Firm

MFG Solicitors in Shropshire intend to increase the firm’s equine legal expertise by appointing specialist lawyer Hannah Farmer (1997-2004). Hannah has joined the firm as an assistant solicitor, from Yorkshire solicitors Dickinson Dees. “The equine sector plays an important economic role across the UK which means that the country’s breeders, owners and equestrian centres require the best possible legal advice. That’s something MFG can now offer,” said Hannah.

Hannah aims to carve out a niche equine practice for the firm. She will work alongside partners Sarah Baugh and Tom Devey within the firm’s rural and agricultural division. Sarah Baugh commented: “We already have an established rural affairs practice but Hannah’s appointment will strengthen the portfolio of services we offer rural clients. Building on our established rural reputation, Hannah will be working hard to promote our equine expertise in livery agreements, land acquisitions, bloodstock sales, disputes and many other areas.”

Charlotte Scoops Young Advocates Award for Newcastle UniversityCharlotte, left, collecting the trophy from the Rt Hon Jim Paice MP

Charlotte Flint (1997-2008) and fellow Newcastle University student, Aimee-Rose Sharp, won the ‘Young Advocates for Agriculture’ award in a keenly fought debating competition held at the Farmers & Fletchers Livery Hall in London in October 2011. Presenting the prizes, the Minister for Agriculture and Food, the Rt Hon Jim Paice MP, expressed his admiration for all the young agriculturalists taking part in the debates and encouraged them to continue their interest in current farming issues and the development of their public speaking skills.

Charlotte and her team mate opposed the motion “this house believes that global free trade is good for British Farming” and made a forceful argument instead for a global trading environment that acknowledged the high standards and regulatory framework British farmers adhere to. Their use of humour, rhetoric and carefully researched statistics won them the ‘Young Advocates for Agriculture’ trophy, a cash prize and a day’s media training with the well-known broadcaster Tom Heap, a regular contributor to BBC’s Panorama and BBC Radio 4’s flagship series ‘Costing the Earth’.

An audience of industry leaders, farmers and agricultural students was clearly entertained by the lively debates and speeches from the floor. Judges Simon Walters, the Political Editor of the Mail on Sunday, Richard Brooks, a Past Master of the Worshipful Company of Farmers, and Angharad Evans, a member of last year’s winning team, listened carefully as motions focusing on the importance of wildlife and the relationship between British farmers and their customers were also debated. Speaking on behalf of the judges, Simon Walters noted both the oratory skills and the ability of the young agriculturalists to take on complex industry issues and present persuasive arguments.

Other competitors included representatives from Aberystwyth University, the National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs, the Royal Agricultural College, the University of Reading and East Yorkshire’s Bishop Burton College.

Charlotte commented “It was a brilliant day and a fantastic experience. We were thrilled to win the award.”

Jack Wins Student Volunteer of the Year Award

Jack Burke (1998-2009) has just finished his History degree at Manchester University and has been awarded the Student Volunteer of the Year in the Manchester Social Responsibility and Volunteer of the Year Awards 2012 for his work with the homeless. He has also got an internship working for the University running its ‘Student Action’ programme which involves a number of projects that students can volunteer to do to benefit the wider community.

(L to R) Andrew Pettinger (1983-1988), Tim Munns (1983-1988), James Sweeting (1981-1988), Richard Cox (1983-1988), Steve Kirby (1983-1988), Jonathan Hanley (1981-1988) and Adam Hastie (1983-1988).

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GROW THE NETWORK

Over 250 OPs on the ‘Pocklington

School Alumni’ group on LinkedIn

Find us, join us, use us

Edwin Swarbrick (1955-1962) had an adventure of a lifetime, with a mini OP reunion along the way, when he joined the longest yacht race in the world, the Clipper Round the World, in June. Edwin was a crew member aboard ‘Visit Finland’, one of 10 identical stripped out 68ft racing boats taking part in the competition. He joined the race in San Francisco and sailed to New York City via the Panama Canal, where he met up with fellow Old Pocklingtonian, Paul Kay (1956-1960).

Edwin’s story:

Since I returned from Leg 7 of the Clipper Round the World Race in early June after an absence of 10 weeks I have been catching up and readjusting to life on shore. I have also been quietly reflecting on the voyage. It was a unique and extraordinary experience which I thoroughly enjoyed. I was fortunate on my boat ‘Visit Finland’ in being with an amazing skipper and great crew which engendered easy camaraderie and team spirit; other crews seem to have been less fortunate in this. We were also in podium positions, 3rd and 2nd, after the two races on the leg, which helped!

Apart from the pleasure in being at sea for 35 days and the frisson of racing, highlights included leaving California from under the Golden Gate Bridge, coming into Manhattan past the Statue of Liberty, passing through the Panama Canal and the incredible close encounters with Sperm, Finback and Sei Whales and 3-4 species of dolphin in large numbers.

Another highlight was my visit to Panama City and meeting Paul Kay (OP 1960) who I haven’t seen since we left Pocklington 50 years ago. His long-standing involvement in being the shipping agent responsible

for the Clipper Fleet’s navigating the Panama Canal was such a coincidence and he made a big effort in getting in touch, meeting me in Panama and giving me a personalised and privileged tour of the city and canal from the land side. It was great to see him and catch up after all this time and I much appreciated his kindness and generosity.

The only “tough” negatives were the incredible heat both in the Pacific and Caribbean and at times the relative lack of wind. It was constantly above 90 degrees (F) below decks and for much of the time 100 degrees in the saloon and 110 in the galley. Sleeping in those temperatures was difficult. It became very tiring on a rotating 4- or 6-hour watches. The frustration of being becalmed for a few days mid race was only relieved by the fire-hose showers and the amusement of being overtaken by turtles.

50 years ago while waiting to go to medical school and on the recommendation of Pitts-Tucker, the then Headmaster, I arrived in NYC on the Queen Mary as an English Speaking Union Scholar for a year at an American Prep school; it changed my life in innumerable subtle ways. Arriving under sail this year was a poignant reminder. It was for this reason I wished to try to raise some money for the John Dolman Foundation. Thanks to all those who have very kindly supported my efforts but I am still receiving donations and it is easy to contribute directly to the charity by going to www.justgiving.com/edwinswarbrick. This site remains open.

Paul’s story:

On the Monday (May 7th) I picked Edwin up from the Flamenco Yacht Marina in Balboa (the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal) and we drove over the Bridge of the Americas, which all ships go under when they enter or leave the Panama Canal. From there we went to Pedro Miguel Locks to see the beginning of the Galliard Cut, which is the narrowest part of the canal, however heavy rain prevented the taking of photographs.

Next stop was Miraflores Locks (pictured above) which is the first set of locks that ships enter when going northbound through the canal. Then on to Panama City, driving through the former U.S. Army base previously known as Fort Clayton which used to be HQ of U.S. Army South, but is now the site of several colleges (some from overseas) and is called City of Knowledge, although many people still call it Clayton.

We had lunch at a restaurant in Panama City overlooking the Bay of Panama/Pacific Ocean, then it was time to head back to the yacht ‘Visit Finland’. Edwin gave me a tour inside the boat and conditions on board were restricted with little or no privacy for the crew. Much of the available space is shared with canned food and other stores for the voyage, as well as spare sails and no air conditioning! These guys (both male and female) must really enjoy the challenge of participating in the race!

It was great meeting with Edwin and, despite not having seen each other for 50+ years, many of the memories of school were as fresh as ever!

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please contact Rachel in the OP

Office darer@pocklingtonschool.

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Bob Loveridge (1952-1958) was delighted to row the Cornish pilot gig ‘Trefusis’ recently as part of the Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant. Millions of people braved the weather to line the banks of the River Thames to pay tribute to Her Majesty The Queen and to watch the 1,000-boat, 7-mile flotilla between Battersea and Tower Bridge.

As well as ‘Trefusis’, nine other gigs took part, each being clinker built out of elm, 10 metres long, 1.5 metres breadth with 6 rowers, a cox and a seat up front for the pilot. Originally, pilot gigs were designed to get the pilot out to the tea clippers first in order to win the pilotage to harbour in the South-West. At one time some gigs were built for eight rowers and were used for carrying contraband from France. Later they were banned as they could easily outrun the Admiralty cutters.

Bob writes: “Trefusis was transported the 270 miles to Chiswick Rowing Club on the Friday, whilst its crew of 5 ladies and 3 men arrived a day later. The crew consisted of the cox, the Master in river speak, 6 rowers and the Pilot, in this case a relief rower. By 11am Sunday, with willing lifting help from the Australian surf boat rowers, we commenced the

3-mile row from Barnes bridge to the mustering point at Hammersmith. On then to raft-up before Wandsworth bridge with an Isle of Man facsimile of a Viking longship and the Helford gig Golden Gears ‘Leisurely Ladies’ (sorry guys, all ladies over 65!) awaiting the arrival of the professionally rowed and beautiful ‘Gloriana’ at 2.30pm.

The man-powered boats numbering over 270 were headed by the tug Steven B pushing the barge Catherine B which was carrying the Jubilee bells. These we heard intermittently due to the bends in the river.

Trefusis pageant number 1704, was positioned in row 9 nearest to the South Bank which gave us a close-up of 10 miles of a million or so people on balconies, roofs, walkways, embankments, boats and bridges. It was an astonishing and amazing sight in witnessing the cheering, the fun, singing and hilarity on Her Majesty’s pageant day. Being a Cornish gig, we sang the Oggy Oggy song at all 11 bridges and wherever a St Piran flag was seen (white cross on a black background).

The Royal salute, 270 boats’ oars raised in unison, was effective as its commencement became a Mexican-

type wave due to the tannoys being ineffectual in the wind! However, we were rewarded earlier as the Duke of Edinburgh waved back at Trefusis, and then there was Catherine’s dress...

The Gloriana’s rowers seemed tired as they slowed to 2.3 knots at Waterloo, not the regulation 4 knots minimum or be towed away! This caused all the rowing to back-up behind the Gloriana creating hazardous stop/start rowing for us all. Not good in a 16-mile row.

After the finish at Tower Bridge the heavens opened, but the rowers’ view looking back at the flotilla of man-powered boats was spectacular as the Tower Bridge was raised in honour to Her Majesty as she passed through. We rowed to Millwall docks for an hour and then waited to take the gig out of the water. Happy but sodden! The pageant from the river level was an amazing experience and to learn later our Queen stood for the four hours of her pageant was quite amazing.”

(Bob Loveridge, Flushing & Mylor Pilot Gig Club. OP 52-58.)

Bob Rows for Royalty

Bob pictured third from left

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Estates Development Plan Under WayThe school’s Estates Development Plan which underpins the school’s Strategic Plan is under way with a number of improvements and developments to the campus and its infrastructure already evident. Here is a summary of the latest changes:

Dolman Developments

Dolman boarding house is home during term time for up to 19 boys. Recent refurbishment during summer 2011 has reorganised the living accommodation in the house, which dates back to the 1860s, into two wings – one for junior boys aged 8-13 (Dolman Lower) and one for middle school boys aged 13-14+ (Dolman Upper). As part of the reorganisation a new entrance has been built which is used by both Upper and Lower Dolman boys. Once inside the foyer, there are two doors, one which leads to the Upper Dolman accommodation and another which leads to the Lower Dolman accommodation.

New Classics Department

The Classics Department has been relocated to what was the former chapel near the Headmaster’s house. The chapel has been completely refurbished and remodelled, whilst still retaining the character

of the building, to provide a department office, two classrooms and a storage room.

Lower School Pastoral Area

Part of the old School House boarding house accommodation has been transformed into a new Lower School pastoral area for the school’s 1st and 2nd year pupils. The area includes secure locker rooms complete with hand-carved wooden plaques above the doors with the name of each house, as well as a ‘chill out’ room for relaxing and socialising in break times.

Coming up… Further developments that are currently being worked on are: a new Middle School pastoral area, a new cookery suite in the main school building, and the relocation of the Psychology department into the main school building.

For further details about these projects and future plans, please refer to the Strategic Plan and do make an appointment to come back and visit the school sometime to see all the changes for yourself! Copies of the Strategic Plan are available by contacting the OP Office or via the school web site.

Development and School NewsA Little Piece of Pocklington in Hong KongPocklington Headmaster Mark Ronan and his wife Fiona hosted a special Pocklington School reception during their visit to Hong Kong in May. More than 40 people attended the event, which was held on a fourth-floor balcony at the YMCA in Kowloon, including current pupils and their families, OPs and prospective parents.

With the beautiful view of the central district as a backdrop, the Headmaster welcomed guests in Cantonese (following coaching from current pupils Forrest Cheung, Bosco Ng and Ray Tang!). He and Fiona thoroughly enjoyed their trip and found the city energising, vibrant and welcoming. The reception had been a special highlight. He said: “It was a real privilege to meet the Hong Kong parents who were so proud of their children’s achievements. It was very uplifting to consider how these pupils travel more than 6,000 miles to come to Pocklington and the whole school is enriched as a result of this.” Amongst the OPs in attendance were Abbie Dixon (1993-1997), Tom Robson (2002-2003), Eric Ho (1990-1995), Jim Lau (2004-2009), Alan Lee (2006-2008), Roger Leung (1990-1998) and Alan Yuen (1991-1993).

The OP Office is currently working with Eric Ho to establish a regular annual get-together of OPs in the Hong Kong and Southern China area. If you would like to be involved or you would like to attend, please contact Eric Ho (tel: 852-6198-2666, gferic@yahoo.com) or the OP Office (darer@pocklingtonschool.com).

(L to R) Alan Yuen, Tom Robson, Abbie Dixon, Roger Leung

Biennial CCF InspectionOn May 17 2012, Old Pocklingtonian Lt Col Tom Wagstaff from The Yorkshire Regiment visited Pocklington School to carry out the Biennial Inspection of the CCF.

After inspecting the Guard of Honour, Tom took the salute as the Senior Cadets marched off. After lunch with the Headmaster, he was escorted around the training activities by Cadet CSM John Micklem-Cooper. The training programme involved a wide selection of the activities that cadets experience during their time with the CCF.

At the final parade, Lt Col Wagstaff presented the Brigade First Aid trophies to Cadet Georgina Lloyd

and Flt Sgt Jake Galley, respective winners of the Cadet Team and the Young Adult competitions held at Otterburn in Northumberland in May 2012. He then spoke to the cadets and cadet NCOs commenting on how he was immensely impressed by the range of activities, the enthusiasm, behaviour and rapport of the cadets and the leadership and knowledge of the NCOs.

Wg Cdr Mike Evans, Officer Commanding, Pocklington School CCF, commented “Congratulations must go to the cadets and cadet NCOs whose magnificent contributions and enthusiastic and committed efforts enabled the day to go so well and gave the Inspecting Officer such a good impression of themselves and of Pocklington School CCF. They can all be very proud.”

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In June, the Headmaster donned his apron and, armed with 180 sausages from Burton’s Butchers in Pocklington, hosted a wonderful barbecue in his garden to which OPs who left school in the last 5 years and current 5th and 6th form pupils were invited. Also in attendance were members of the teaching staff and the OP committee. Delicious homemade desserts were provided by the Headmaster’s wife, Fiona, and for once the weather stayed dry.

OPs enjoyed catching up with each other and were on hand to offer advice about universities and course options to some of the school’s current pupils who will be busy with their UCAS applications in the Michaelmas term. OPs in attendance included: Mimi May, Josh Mowforth, Roseanna van Dijk, Felicity Pocklington, Joe Bevan, Lydia Rowland Greenstone, Esther Ryan, Emma Newall, Daisy Brown, Ben Dawes, Hugh Barlow, Dan Williams and Alexandra Dariescu.

Pocklingtonian Battlefields Tour 2012 I have just returned from a 3-day tour to Ypres, Passchendaele and the Somme led by Head of History Gareth Hughes and organised by Paul Bennett, School Bursar.

Their detailed knowledge, readings and poems, with a focus on Old Pocklingtonians, made for a very personal and emotional trip bringing some empathy and understanding for an individual’s horror in an otherwise incomprehensible slaughter. A sea of 10,000 grave stones or 55,000 names of the lost in one place is somehow too much to take in, yet a personal connection is almost too much to bear.

A number of our party shared their own family links with graves we visited and laid wreaths at the Menin Gate in Ypres, including me, as President of the OPA, and Christopher Oughtred, as Chairman of the Governors, in a most moving ceremony. All traffic stops at 8pm and the Last Post is played by trumpeters from the local fire brigade – they have not missed a single night since 1928, except to carry on in England for the duration of the occupation during the Second World War. I am grateful that it was possible for us to be part of such an occasion to honour the school’s fallen.

Gareth takes groups of current Pocklingtonians each year to learn about the First World War at first hand and I think he was unused to the problem of dealing with wilful and unruly adults! We were a party of 30 OPs, current and former parents, teachers, governors

and friends of Pock and family members. An easy overnight ferry to Zeebrugge put us, ready to go, within an hour by luxury coach of the front line. Museums, memorials, original trenches and craters together with beautifully maintained graveyards set the scene. Gareth and Paul spoke about the history, tactics and daily slaughter to great effect, giving us much to come to terms with over excellent suppers and Belgian beer.

Friends and family spent time together on personal journeys and new friendships were made. There are many references in the Pocklingtonian during and after both world wars to OPs who fell – some almost straight from the classroom, batting crease, or rugby pitch to the front line never to return. We heard the daily letters home of one family’s grandfather who survived the whole war in Flanders and all its horrors with some 14 recorded near misses, including taking a bullet full on his belt buckle – which they still have at home.

Thank you once again to Gareth for the commitment of taking annual school trips and for keeping the OP memories and self-sacrifice alive in our pupils today and sending them home wiser and humbler.

It was a most moving and worthwhile trip that I commend to everyone. As we approach the centenary of the start of the war in 2014 there will be a great impetus to go in the next few years. Should other OPs and parents wish to follow in our footsteps in future years please contact Paul Bennett at the school to express interest.

Tom Nash, OPA President

Quincentenary Celebrations2014 may still seem a long way off but, in fact, by the time the next OP magazine lands on your doorstep it will already be the start of the school’s ‘Quincentenary Year of Celebration’. The Quincentenary will run during the academic year 2013/2014 with the actual anniversary of the foundation being on Saturday 24 May 2014. The school and the OP Association are planning a number of activities to celebrate the school’s 500 years including a special service at York Minster on the anniversary of the foundation and a party on the Summer Reunion weekend to include music and a firework display. As well as the Summer Reunion weekend, the OP Cambridge and London dinners will also be a little bit more exceptional than usual to give several opportunities for OPs to hold a special year group reunion to mark the school’s 500th birthday. More information and dates will be publicised in due course, but please make sure we have your current e-mail address so we can keep you informed of events quickly and easily. Also, please think about organising a reunion of your year group in 2014. Contact the OP Office if you need advice or assistance as we are here to help and look forward to seeing as many OPs as possible in 2014.

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A Year in the ArchivesWhat a productive year we have had in the Archives. Matthew Partis, Pocklington School Foundation’s Premises Manager, and his team have now completed their work, transforming a very unprepossessing girls’ changing room and shower area into a beautiful, light room. The flooring is solid oak, and the furniture will be an eclectic mix of antiques which are being bought as they come to auction. We have already amassed a selection of lovely chairs and a solid oak refectory table, as well as a stunning Persian rug. Curtains have been ordered.

The aim is to offer a room with a very different feel to the rest of the school – somewhere akin to a Gentlemen’s Club room where visitors can come and study and read, but where students can also come to examine the archives and study.

Many enquiries have come in this year, and the material we already have has been added to. It has been a real delight making contact with many OPs who are really getting excited about this resource.

It is proving invaluable for research as we write our new school history for the Quincentenary.

In addition to the Archive Room, the former male staff changing room (even more unprepossessing!) has been converted to provide a store room with the correct shelving, lighting and temperature to ensure that our papers and artefacts are safely kept. There is also a work table and preparation room attached, so that the public room can remain visitor-ready and the day-to-day workings of the archive can be hidden away.

Once we have had our official opening in November, we will be very glad to make appointments for anyone wanting to come and have a look at the memorabilia we have managed to put together. Please also remember that we are always on the lookout for more material, so if you come across anything, do ring me to see if it would be an addition to our collection.

Angie Edwards, School Librarian and Archivist 01759 321200, edwardsa@pocklingtonschool.com

From the Archives

A G I Wood Visits the ArchiveGerry Wood (1939-1949) came back to school recently thanks to 6th form pupils Robyn Tarrant, Ellie Herbert and Rachel Allison. The girls met Gerry in one of the local day centres they were visiting as part of the school’s weekly Community Action programme. As they got talking to Gerry they soon discovered that he was also an Old Pocklingtonian. As Gerry had not been back to school in some time, the girls arranged for him to come in for a look around. On their tour the girls took Gerry to the new Archive Room where School Archivist, Angie Edwards, had team photographs on display from Gerry’s time at school. The girls also made a book containing extracts

from articles and photographs of Gerry’s school sporting achievements copied from the school magazines of the time, which was presented to Gerry as a memento of his day.

From the Magazine ArchivesOn our delve back into the past we look at what was in magazines 75, 50 and 25 years ago.

In 1936...The redoubtable Mason Clarke retired after 40 years as head of gymnastics. In his youth he was gymnastics champion of Great Britain. He retired to Leeds and continued his links with the school. Following success in London and on Broadway Edward Wooll’s ‘Libel’ was the play. The Debating Society narrowly passed the motion to abolish fox hunting. Jack Daniel scored 113 n.o. for the X1 against Woodhouse Grove.

In 1961...Head Boy James Ewan, running in 10.1 seconds, beat the 100 yards record set in the 1930s by Messrs Pedley and Slater. We believe this still stands. R C Hall and F E Maidment both won choral scholarships. M H Rose played cricket for England Schools. He later gained blues at Cambridge and played for Leicestershire. A new tuck shop, exiting onto St Nicholas Court

was opened. The shooting team had a successful year beating several schools including Ampleforth, St Peter’s and Wellington. A new gymnasium was opened and the Library moved into the old gym, with the chaplain Canon Duckworth placing the first book in it. Dr Hale from Hull University spoke to the sixth form about computers, predicting that in the future we would all use them!

In 1986/87... D Watton joined the staff to teach Economics. The Design Centre won awards with two projects: the Motor Mileage team winning the Shell Technical Award at Silverstone and some sixth formers produced a video commercial winning an award in the Savlon national schools competition. Xavier Pick won first prize for his design of a calendar for the National Trust. The senior drama production was Brecht’s ‘Threepenny Opera’ and the junior play was ‘Jennings Abounding’ by Anthony Buckeridge. In athletics C Massey, A Jackson, C McLeod, S de Vries, M Dawson, N Hudson and I Clafton all became county champions.

Overdue Library Book

The Library was delighted to receive back an overdue book this term. Sent in by former Head Boy, Ned Maclean (1997-2002), it was a book entitled ‘Athletics’, taken out by his late father Nick (1957-1966). It was due back on June 4th, 1965. Come on, boys – beat that!

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Down Memory LanePhoto Mysteries RevealedThank you for your suggestions for the missing names in last year’s photo mysteries. Here are the answers:

1st XV Rugby Team 1986-1987Back Row (L to R): 1. James Mundell (1986-88), 2. ‘Matt’ Mark Dawson (1983-88), 3. Johnny Trail (1979-87) 4. Johnny Webster (1978-88), 5. Ronnie Alexander (1983-87), 6. Richard Pearson (1981-88), 7. Ralph Ineson (1983-88), 8. Christopher Haynes (1978-88), 9. Simon Williams? (1980-87), 10. Jimmy White (1980-88).

Front Row (L to R): 1. Karl Baines (1985-87), 2. Simon Clarke (1980-87), 3. Phil Balderson (1982-87: Head Boy), 4. Ian Clafton (1980-87), 5. ‘Sid’ Richard Briggs (1981-89).

Mystery Rugby Team 1982-1983 Back Row (L to R): 1. ‘Chalky’ White (1974-83), 2. Andrew Draper (1979-83), 3. Jonathan Robinson (1978-83), 4. Duncan McKay (1978-85), 5. Jonathan Bilton (1978-83), 6. Miles Picknett (1977-84), 7. Richard Castleton (1978-83) 8. Andrew Wardle (1976-84), 9. Fraser Todd (1973-83), 10. Andrew Soanes (1976-83), 11. Thomas Wagstaff (1977-84).

Front Row (L to R): 1. David Ellinor (1977-84), 2. William (Wes) Slade (1973-83), 3. Mark Humphreys-Evans (1976-84), 4. Andrew Wells (1973-83), 5. Simon Welford (1976-83), 6. Andrew Mair (1978-84), 7. Richard Henderson (1980-83), 8. Matthew Whitworth (1978-83), 9. John Mansfield (1979-85).

There is a split opinion as to whether this is the 1st or 2nd XV and Miles Picknett (1977-84) thinks the photo was taken in the Lent Term 1983 after the Oxbridge players had left school.

1976 Mixed Hockey TeamCan anyone help fill in the missing names from the photo below, please? The names we have so far are: (L to R, back row) unknown, David Lumley (73-78), Alistair Brumfield (71-78), unknown, Chris Smith (71-78), unknown, unknown, Phil Woodward (71-76), Richard Wolstenholme (71-77), (L to R, front row) Andy Smith (65-76), Sally Pilmoor (née Wilde, 75-77), Phil Lumley (67-76), Jane Millar (née Duggleby, 75-77), James Thornton (73-77). Please send your answers to Joan Gough (née Sawyer, 75-77) in the OP Office goughj@pocklingtonschool.com. Thank you.

Staff PhotoThe following staff photo was taken in the 1980s when Tony Pickering was Headmaster. Can you remember some of your old teachers?

Hunt for the Oldest OP UpdateFurther to the note in last year’s magazine about the oldest OP, we have had many interesting conversations with OPs in their nineties. Another veteran who can lay claim to be our oldest OP is Arthur Glanfield. From Stockton on Tees, Arthur boarded here from 1927 to 1932 and was therefore a contemporary of Richard Annand. He now lives in West Wickham, Kent and will be 97 later this year. Ronald Heselwood was from Northallerton and he and his two brothers boarded in the mid 1930s. Latterly, Ronald worked in London and the South-East and, like Arthur above, settled in Kent. Christopher Mossop was also one of three brothers here in the thirties. Their father was an export manager and in 1938 Christopher went to Ceylon to be a tea planter, returning to join the army until 1946. He then went back to Ceylon until retirement beckoned and has lived in Ilminster in Somerset ever since.

Lost Boys and Girls The OP Office would very much like to get back in touch with the following OPs. If you know of their whereabouts, please encourage them to get in contact so the database can be updated.

Patrick Briggs (1951-1959)

John R B Bullock (1962-1967)

Sarah Christie (née Mcday, 1982-1984)

Robin Gladman (1947-1954)

Joanna Hainsworth (1989-1996)

Richard A Harrison (1967-1972)

Nicholas Lloyd (1950-1955)

David Reed (1972-1982)

Wing Tam (1990-1995)

Ian Tate (1977-1979)

Richard Taylor (1952-1960)

Mexico MarksmanOP Eric Grantham (1925-1928) won a silver medal at the 1968 Mexico Olympics in clay pigeon shooting. Eric, who hailed from Skidby where he and the family farmed, died in 1984.

Ice Hockey at PocklingtonPocklington resident, Ken Durkin, came across an old newspaper article from February 1895 which he sent to Tony Spreckley (57-64) reporting on a match between ‘Grammar’ and ‘Town’ on Kilnwick pond. The ice was in good condition and the weather was superb with the match played at a flowing pace. Final score: Town 9 goals, School 7!

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Music at Pocklington 1941-1948 – A Personal Memoir To judge from the pages of The Pocklingtonian it would seem that now as never before the budding musician has every opportunity to develop skills and enthusiasm. During the war it was otherwise and as an OP who went on to make for himself a satisfying and varied career in music (in teaching, performing, BBC and musicology) I would like to set down some memories of a musical boy at Pocklington from 1941-1948.

The school in 1941 possessed two pianos – uprights of no special quality – one in the dining room at School House and one in what was then the Assembly Hall. The former served as the instrument upon which our visiting piano teacher, Miss Florence Ottley, gave her lessons, but also as the practice instrument for her pupils and the instrument for the evening hymn at prayers for School House taken by Headmaster Percy Sands. Piano practice ‘slots’ were allocated and I remember having to do my practice before breakfast while Percy Sands attended to his morning mail at High Table. (What he thought of my efforts at the Nutcracker Suite or the 1812 Overture I never dared to ask!) The Assembly Hall piano was used for class singing (under Tom Pay) with the younger boys, morning and Sunday assembly (again with Tom Pay playing the hymns) and, of course, for such stage productions and entertainments as required a piano.

A new boy in 1941 may have made his first acquaintance with live music through hearing a Chopin Waltz or even Sinding’s ‘Rustle of Spring’ – regarded as the height of achievement by Florence Ottley’s senior pupils. ‘Fanny’ Ottley, as she was affectionately named, was a conscientious and devoted teacher. She was also the church organist, playing in cap and gown on an organ that still depended on the services of a paid blower stationed in a recess next door to what then served as the prefects’ chapel at the north-east corner of the church. (The prefects used to make a special processional entrance at the Sunday morning

service.) This blower – visible through a chink in the wall – would not infrequently be caught out asleep at the end of the sermon and this led to frantic signals on a pulley from Miss Ottley. She would put her hands on the first chord of the hymn which would slide up to pitch as the blower pumped air into the organ. Miss Ottley had a style of extemporisation which would always end up with the same phrase – a mannerism which some of us unkindly would join in sotto voce with knowing smiles.

After reaching Grade 6 piano with Miss Ottley in 1945, I was sent to York for an interview with the legendary Sir Edward Bairstow and was accepted as a pupil, but sadly lost the opportunity through his death in May 1946. With the war now over I was able to continue studies with our new music teacher, John Long, organist at Beverley Minster, now demobilised from the RAF. He took me through the remaining grades and coached me at Beverley Minster for organ scholarships at Cambridge. John would arrive at the school sporting a blue spotted bow tie in a dashing open-top MG, his style much admired.

Piano and organ lessons apart, there was a housemaster – excellent pianist and musician that he was – whose brief stay at the school from 1944-1945 did much for music. Apart from playing the piano before and after prayers in the Assembly Hall he had an excellent collection of records (including, I recall, the complete organ works of Bach played by Albert Schweitzer), and to him I owed my adolescent passion for Beethoven and his symphonies as well as getting to know many other standard classical works. Aubrey Russ – who went on to teach at Kelly College in Devon – was something of a bon viveur and his rooms exuded a rich aroma of pipe and cigar smoke – to say nothing of steaming alcoholic beverages. Another serious, deeply cultured housemaster was (Major) Jim Eggleshaw, back from army service in 1946. Memorable Sunday evenings were spent in his comfortable bachelor rooms at Dolman House where a specially invited group of sixth formers would be regaled with sherry and/or coffee, readings from Dante, and records. It was thanks to Jim Eggleshaw

that I made my first contact with the music of Benjamin Britten (including the Serenade for tenor, horns and strings and the Sea Interludes from Peter Grimes) – a composer I came to love and indeed know professionally.

If neither of the Headmasters in my time, P C Sands and R St John Pitts Tucker, seemed noticeably enthusiastic or knowledgeable about music, they were none the less encouraging and valued music as part of our cultural development. Pitts Tucker made his baby grand piano available to me for practice, there were occasional visits from distinguished musicians to be enjoyed in his drawing room (Raymond Cohen – then serving in the RAF – playing Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto, for example) and there were by no means infrequent recitals in the Assembly Hall after the school acquired its first grand piano. An official school Music Society under the presidency of Jim Eggleshaw was formed in 1946 and did much to foster the presentation and discussion of classical music, with frequent trips to concerts in York and other local centres visited by professional orchestras.

In addition to the steady post-war growth of music appreciation at the school we had a talented variety act by two boys – Campbell and Latham – who had something of a George Formby touch with voice and ukelele in school shows. Their laid-back style was hugely popular, while Latham was no mean hand at the blues on piano. Classical jazz was the province of J E Jourdain who could be very dismissive of any classical enthusiasms. Choral music was beginning to get off the ground, and John Long brought us together for my final Commem service (Stanford in B flat) in 1948. There was, too, an annual prize for music donated by Hymers College and I still cherish my copy of the Oxford Companion to Music, awarded in 1943 at the age of 13! The Very Rev. Robert Holtby, Dean of Chichester as he was to become, was then serving as a humble curate in Pocklington (1946-1948) and provided further help with our choral efforts in association with Mr Long. There were trips to York Minster too, where Francis Jackson, successor to Sir Edward Bairstow (and still going strong today as a recitalist at the age of 94!), provided us with our first experience of Bach’s Cantata ‘Wachet Auf ’. If music was very much an ‘extra curriculum’ subject in those days, I nevertheless owe the beginnings of a life in music to Pocklington.

By Eric Roseberry (1941-1948), written before his death in February 2012.

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Pocklington Pixies CC on Tour Summer 2011Probably the most unremarkable statistic of the Pocklington Pixies’ 56th annual tour was the fact that they were able to play five full fixtures (and it should have been six had Eastbourne not called the game off too early), when the weather back home might have allowed only one day’s play.

At Holmesdale on Sunday, the hosts stuttered to 156 all out, with David Suddaby (3-10), Joel Hughes (2-24) and John Micklem-Cooper (2-32) causing problems. In reply, Charles Lambert (89) played his best innings for the Pixies and, with long-serving tourist Phil Balderson (22 not out), saw the side to victory.

On Tuesday, at Haywards Heath, it was a similar story. The hosts struggled to 154, with David Suddaby (4-24) again to the fore, backed up by brother Chris (2-2) and tour debutant Marcus Smith (2-30). Steve Burdett, also on debut, led the reply with 45, Henry

Mitchell (33) batted confidently and skipper Hughes (26 not out) saw the tourists to a comfortable three-wicket victory.

At Marden the next day it was the Pixies’ turn to bat first. Miles Picknett (31) got the side off to a steady start and Iain Moorhouse (23) reached his highest

ever score. But, at 109-7, the Pixies were wobbling, Steve Burdett (49 not out) and Matthew Atkinson (44 not out) then blasted their runs off 28 and 29 balls respectively, allowing skipper Joe Moore to declare at 202-7.

The hosts were never really in the hunt after meagre spells from Matthew Stacey (2-25) and Burdett (2-5), but looked like hanging on for a draw until Atkinson (2-9) and John Burrans (2-17) struck vital blows, and a match-winning catch by the skipper at forward short leg clinched the win in the final over.

Thursday’s game at Hastings also went to the final over and was a close encounter. The hosts reached 217-6 off their 40 overs, with the Suddaby brothers taking two wickets apiece. Again, a good start by Picknett (58) and Moore (27) put the Pixies in charge until a minor collapse caused concerns. Burdett (36) and Atkinson (36) rallied, but both were out in sight of victory. With seven needed off the last over, Chris Suddaby found the boundary fielder who turned a six into an excellent catch, leaving the Pixies all out, six short of the target.

In the final game at Ashford, tiredness was creeping in and the Pixies’ total of 140 was never going to be enough. Atkinson (33), Smith (29) and David Suddaby (22) all battled hard. The hosts looked comfortable at 120-3, but two quick wickets apiece for Burdett and Moorhouse revitalised the Pixies and made Ashford work hard for their victory.

Andrew Inns had a couple of games and gets nearer the record for the highest number of appearances, and Iain Gladstone must be thanked for dashing down to Haywards Heath when three late call-offs nearly caused embarrassment early on in the week. Also, thanks go to Graham Thurlow for all his umpiring duties, except on the day he was badly stung by a wasp!

As ever, please contact Malcolm Milne on 01759 303456 or jill.gmmilne@btinternet.com if you would like further information about playing or helping out with the Pixies.

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2011 Pixies Win Pocklington’s Worsley Cup but Fall Short at DerwentThe 24th year of Worsley Cup action between Pocklington Cricket Club and the Pocklington Pixies started with a few moments of silence being observed for Oliver Worsley, the ex-President of Pocklington CC, who donated the trophy and who sadly died, after a long illness, during the close season.

Pocklington batted first and the chief contributors were Howard Johnson (70), Jamie Kember (31) and Mark Goddard (31), all helping the home side to a respectable 224 all out, off all but two balls of their allotted 45 overs. For the Pixies, A J Clarke and Joel Hughes each took three wickets and John Micklem- Cooper, on debut, had two victims. A regular fall of wickets, backed up by excellent fielding, particularly from James Hanley (also on debut), kept the score to an attainable target.

However, at 23-2, the Pixies were not in as confident a mood. Then Joel Hughes with 112 not out (only the fourth century in the 24 years) and Matthew Atkinson (44) saw the Pixies home with four overs to spare.

Ex-Pocklington CC skipper, Dave Tinson, presented the trophy to the Pixies skipper, Andrew Inns, and both thanked the organisers and officials for all their efforts during the day. This third successive victory for the Pixies brought their total to 15 wins against seven for the Town (with two no results).

The Men of Derwent reached 216 in their 40 overs thanks mainly to a run a minute, 90 from Chris Bilton (Alisdair Swann’s grandson). Even with a strong batting line-up, Pixies fell 26 short. David (40) and Chris (35) Suddaby top scored and young James Hanley (Yorkshire Under 14s) played well enough to help ensure a healthy future for the club.

Thanks to so many for their support on and off the field and hopefully 2012 will be more of the same!

Rain Stops Play at OP CricketIt could be the first time on record that the annual OP cricket match against the school has been called off (please let us know if you know of another occasion), but the heavy rain in May and June played havoc with many of the school’s summer sports fixtures and OP cricket was no exception. Heavy rain during the few days prior to OP Sunday left standing water on the cricket square so the matches had to be cancelled, which was a real shame especially as we had a high number of OPs wanting to play this year. Those who were signed up to play were as follows:

1st XI: Dan Atkinson (2004-2011), Jack Bolam (1995-2005), Isaac Green (2009-2011), Andrew Inns (1983-1990), Adam Iyer (1996-2006), Charlie Lambert (2001-2008), Henry Mitchell (1991-2002), Sandy Mitchell (1989-2000), Roger Moorhouse (2006-2010), Richard Readman (1997-2005), Charles Rook (1987-1997).

2nd XI: Will Axup (1999-2010), Hugh Barlow (2003-2010), Sam Chidley (2000-2009), Ben Dawes (2001-2010), Luke Hirst (1982-1992), James Lewis (2002-2009), Bob Marsden (1952-1963), Peter Massie (2000-2010), Dan Peel (1983-1993), David Phelan (1998-2009), Nick Pierson (1974-1982), Richard Pope (1991-1993), John Skinner (1975-1982), Charlie Smith (1998-2009), James Wilkinson (1999-2010), Alistair Wood (1985-1992).

Many players still came along for lunch in the dining hall so a good time was had by all in the end. Thanks go to staff members David Byas and Mike Newhouse for their support with OP cricket, as well as David Nuttall (former staff) and Tom Axup (1996-2007) who had kindly agreed to umpire this year.

We are hopeful that the British summers will improve in future years so that the cricket may go ahead as usual. The date for next year’s fixture for those interested in playing for the Old Pocklingtonians is Sunday 23 June 2013.

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Boxing Day Rugby Victory for OPs Pocklington 17 – Old Pocklingtonians 22

Old Pocklingtonians claimed a rare Bottomley Trophy success over Pocklington in a Boxing Day game of fluctuating fortunes at Percy Road. Pocklington scored three tries to one, and made openings for a good few more. But the Old Boys doggedly stayed in touch, took their goal-kicking chances and made the most of a late attacking burst to lift the trophy for the first time since 2004.

Having been frozen off for the past two years, the 2011 ‘Town v Gown’ encounter got underway with the ground bathed in sunshine in front of a big festive season crowd. Both sides fielded a mix of youth and experience – the youth in the form of a dozen teenagers, and the experience from a clutch of stars of yesteryear, some whose heydays were back in the 80s and 90s.

The OPs looked the more makeshift outfit as they ran out, but they were the first to show and after Newcastle University hooker Charles Thompson had stolen a scrum against the head, scrum half Charlie Rook, a doyen of many Boxing Day battles, gave the old boys the lead with a fourth-minute penalty. Pocklington were stung into response, skipper Mat Webber (one of many OPs in the Town side) and No 8 Karl Durkin led a pack drive and Charlie Allen made the first of several slashing breaks from fullback, only for the ball to go to ground with the line begging.

The Town pack took control to give them a strong

attacking platform, with the OPs needing to live off scraps up front, but having the pace out wide and midfield aggression of Rosslyn Park veteran, Andy Ray, to trouble the home side on the counter attack.

Town finally made the break-through on the quarter hour as they won the ball on the OP 22 and it was moved smartly left for wing Billy Hardy to shrug off a couple of tackles and power over in the corner. But they failed to secure the restart and straightaway another scrum against the head produced a carbon copy penalty from Rook to make it 5-6.

The Town continued to conjure up promising breaks, the OPs replying with dogged defence. Young Old Boy forwards James Wilkinson and Dan Gowthorpe gave them brief respite with some determined drives out of defence. But Pocklington looked to be turning the screw and after 25 minutes centre Jake Bishop cut back inside, the forwards took the play on and scrum half Mike Davies burst to the line from 15 yards, home full-back Tim Bennett converting.

The OPs briefly threatened as forwards and backs combined with a bout of offloads from their own half, before Pocklington replied with another incisive attack, only for the finishing to not match the quality of the approach play. They remained camped in OP territory, but the Old Boys held out to the interval at 12-6.

Pocklington started the second half into the breeze and sun but again looked the likelier side. Prop John-Paul Kelly was twice involved in a 40 yard surge down the right that took them up to within spitting distance of the OP line. However, once again their enterprise

floundered on OP tenacity as the Old Boys turned the ball over and hoofed it long downfield where the home side transgressed and Rook kicked his third penalty.

Pocklington were shaken and stirred into action. They looked to be finally stamping their authority on the game as Allen again shimmied up the middle to within five yards. Pocklington pounded at the OP line with Dan Wilson, Mark Stringer, Marcus Britland and Durkin all held on the line, before it was finally breached as prop Chris Morton plunged over on the short side.

At 17-9 ahead, and some of the Old Boys’ older boys starting to blow, Pocklington were expected to close the game out. But the home side gave away a spate of penalties and lost momentum as the OPs responded with their best spell of the afternoon. A rare period of OP pressure saw them miss a penalty kick, drop the ball in a good position and had Paul Rhodes go hard for the line only to be smashed back by powerful home tackling. But the OPs held the position, ran the ball right from a scrum and centre Ed Rook’s one-handed pass back inside found another Newcastle student in back row Richard Skowronek who flung himself under the posts at the Oval end, Rook converting to put the game back in the melting pot at 17-16.

The initiative was now with the OPs and they produced an unexpected pack drive from the kick-off to take them back into Pock territory where Rook was on target with another penalty to put his side back in front. The pattern continued with OPs making the most of their more limited opportunities, Rook’s fifth penalty success of the day from long range giving them breathing space and a five point lead.

Pocklington still had the firepower to snatch it back in the dying minutes but wasted ball with optimistic kicks. Ben Stephenson and Allen sparked two more last gasp attacks up the middle only for the Town’s frustrating day to persist as the ball went to ground just as play was opening up.

The Old Boys dragged themselves to the final whistle, slowing things down and kicking to touch at every opportunity to hold out and celebrate a surprise win.

Thanks to the generous sponsorship of the Old Pocklingtonian Association, festivities continued in the clubhouse afterwards, where Pocklington RUFC President, Tim Slater, also presented the Bottomley Trophy to OP skipper Paul Rhodes.

OPs at Pock 7sThe Old Pocklingtonians took part in the annual Guinness Pock 7s Tournament on Good Friday looking smart in their new rugby shirts. The OP President, Tom Nash (1968-1977), commented: “Really pleased with the quality and design of the Old Pocklingtonian shirts. The OP team really looked the business and the shirts withstood some tough rugby.”

Captain, Sean Houltham, Director of Rugby at Pocklington School, led the team of old boys right

through to the semi-finals of the plate competition where they were defeated by eventual plate winners, Scunthorpe Fallen Heroes.

The team was (L to R, back row): Sami Eggleston (1999-2007), Andy Pearce (1998-2009), James Watkins (1998-2009), Josh Papa ( 1996-2003), Fergus Purtill (1994-2003), James Tyson (2001-2009), (L to R, front row): Tom Hardy (2001-2009), Dave Hill (1990-1997), Sean Houltham (i/c rugby), Joe Butcher (1994-2006), Ryan Duncan (1999-2007).

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OP SportEngland Cap for Rob

Rob Webber (1994-2004) might have had to wait a couple of weeks to get his England cap against Italy in Rome after being an unused replacement the first time he had been selected for the England match day line-up. But for Pocklington School, where Webber had captained the 1st XV in his final year, the wait for an old boy to gain an international cap has been considerably longer.

The school first adopted rugby as its main winter sport in 1879, but the school’s small number of boys (it often had less than 50 pupils in the late 19th century) saw it switch to soccer in 1884 and only play occasional rugby matches for the rest of the century.

After 27 years of soccer the return to the rugby code came in 1911 when the headmaster was G H Keeton, himself a former England rugby international. In the same year, Ampleforth and Hymers also switched back to rugby. From that date onwards the school has produced many outstanding rugby players and several have got within touching distance of a cap, but none had made the final step up to full international honours until Webber took the field against Italy in Rome.

While the school produced an England Test cricketer in T F Smailes back in 1946, though his England debut was delayed by WW2, the school’s rugby history is littered by near misses and ill fortune thwarting a number of old boys going on to get an international cap until now. William Judkins played soccer for Pocklington School in the early 1890s and was introduced to rugby by the Pocklington town club. After leaving Pocklington he made three winning test appearances for the British Lions against Australia in 1899, and in all played as a forward for the Lions in 13 of their 21 matches on the tour. Bizarrely, though representing the British Isles, he never played for England. Don Craven, whose father was the long serving headmaster of Pocklington Junior School in Kirkland Street, played for Yorkshire Schools against Wales in 1929, and was Pocklington RUFCs leading

try scorer in 1933. After going to university he played on the wing for English Universities for three seasons, 1932-34, and he became a dual international when he also ran for the UAU athletics team against France. After playing county rugby for four different counties and representing the RAF he was tipped for further honours but the war intervened. He was a pilot in WW2 and won the Distinguished Flying Cross. Pietro Giovetti, scrum half for the XV in the early 1930s, went on from school to play nearly a dozen times for Yorkshire. Contemporaries remember him as the best player they had seen and he was attracting much national attention in the seasons approaching the war. Born in Portuguese East Africa, his father was an Italian Count who had left Italy when Mussolini came to power and his mother was English which is why he and his brother were sent to Pocklington. Sadly, he was the rear gunner of an RAF bomber that crashed in Lincolnshire returning from a mission, killing all the crew. Gerry Wood, a Commonwealth record-breaking shot-putter as a schoolboy, went straight into the Yorkshire senior side at the age of 18 as a centre and played for them for many seasons. He also played numerous matches for the Army and later for the Combined Services – the zenith of his career being a match against the full Ireland international side for the Combined Services.

Judkins pictured centre of the back row

David Bell, from Melbourne, was perhaps the most unlucky OP. After being a scrum half at school he was promptly switched to fullback by Pocklington RUFC as they had a regular scrum half but no real candidate for the No 15 shirt. He played for Hampshire and the Combined Service during his national service, had two final England trials and was a travelling reserve for England on several occasions. In those days there were no replacements from the bench and the established England fullback never got injured, so though he was in the squad for many years he never made the final XV. He was described at the time by the Daily Telegraph as “the best fullback never to play for England”. He played 39 times for Yorkshire, captaining them to the County Championship in 1965, and he also captained North East Counties to victory over Australia.

Patrick Briggs was another who must be regarded as desperately unlucky not to have been capped. A double Cambridge Blue, he had four final England trials at fly-half, played for the Barbarians and represented East Midlands many times, captaining them against the 1969 South African tourists. A doyen of the Bedford club, then one of England’s leading sides, he was skipper in 1970 when they won the England and Wales Table (the forerunner of the leagues). He retired through injury and coached Bedford to the national cup final in 1975 and later coached and managed the England U.23 team. Another OP, Gordon Garside, was a

teammate of Bell’s in the North East’s win against Australia, played for England Universities and had a final England trial in 1966. He was expected to go all the way to international honours, but an injury coincided with him concentrating on his Pocklington business interests and saw him retire from top class rugby while still in his mid 20s.

Nigel Castleton was another Pocklington School captain (his side enjoyed an unbeaten season in 1979) who grew up at the Blue Bell pub in East Cottingwith. He represented his country at six different levels at No 8 and also the Army and Combined Services, and was close to a call-up for the full England side when he was tragically killed in a car crash at the age of 22 in 1985. The Daily Telegraph led a fulsome tribute to this lost talent.

More recently two more Pocklington old boys have just missed out on international caps with the land of their fathers. Diccon Edwards, now head coach of Leeds Carnegie and a former England Under 20 coach, also played for England at six junior levels at centre and winning premiership medals with Leicester before being persuaded to switch allegiance to his family country of origin, Wales, by the then Welsh coach in 1994. He was immediately picked for Wales ‘A’, but then the coach was sacked and he got no further. There was some consolation when he had a brief sojourn in rugby league and was capped by Wales in the 13-a-side code in 1996.

Jon Stuart, from Everingham, like Edwards played in a Leicester Tigers side that won the Premiership. He was from a long established Scottish family, played for Scotland ‘A’ and was on standby for the full Scotland squad that toured South Africa in 1999. However, ‘Grannygate’, prompted by a number of New Zealand players who covered up their family background to be able to play for Wales, then broke. Thereafter qualification credentials were much more closely examined, and to Jon’s horror he found that while his great grandfather was born and bred in Scotland, his grandfather had been born south of the border before returning home. It meant Jon had to qualify by residence, and by the time he had played in Scotland for the required three-year period, his chance had passed. He is now a rugby players’ agent for Top Marque Sports.

Pocklington School greeted Rob Webber’s achievement with considerable delight and pride. But after so many near misses over so many years the school must also have let out a significant sigh of relief that one of their own had finally made it.

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OP Hockey 2012Another successful morning of hockey took place at school on Sunday 18 March 2012 when the OP teams, both sporting the new kit in OP colours, took on the school 1st XI teams. The OP men’s XI lost 6-1 with Callum Doyle (2001-2008) scoring the only goal for the OPs. The ladies’ match was another hard fought battle with some strong ex-1st team players coming back to play for the OPs. The final score was a 1-1 draw with Sarah Denness (1999-2006) scoring for the Old Pocklingtonians.

The teams were as follows:

OP Ladies’ XI (L to R, back row): Miranda Bond (2004-2011), Olivia Byas (1999-2008), Rachel Kendall (1999-2010), Jess Blake (2003-2010), Katie Atkinson (1999-2010), Fran Rikatson (1999-2010),

Georgina Chapman (1996-2006), Sarah Denness (1999-2006), Laura Horne (2001-2008), Jenny Owen (1997-2008), Charlotte Flint (1997-2008), Sophie Guest (2003-2010), (L to R, front row): Lydia Edwards (1999-2010), Becky Sedcole (2003-2010).

OP Men’s XI (L to R, back row): Mike West (2001-2008), Mark Robson (1993-2000), Callum Doyle (2001-2008), school goalkeeper, George Pollard (2003-2010), Steffan Walters (2004-2011), Chris Iyer (2000-2011), Barnaby Platt (2002-2011), (L to R, front row): Simon Hornby (2001-2006), Andrew Welton (1996-2006), Richard Readman (1997-2005). Also played but not in photo, Will Simpson (1998-2006).

Thanks go to staff Peter Horne, Sarah Metcalfe, David Byas and the Headmaster, Mark Ronan, for their support with the event and their excellent umpiring.

OP Tennis Dodges the RainDespite the cricket being called off, the weather didn’t stop the OP tennis matches from going ahead at the annual Summer Reunion in June. Six men and two ladies returned to play for the OPs against the school. Thankfully the rain held off, but a gusty wind made conditions difficult. The match consisted of one set of ladies’ doubles, four sets of mixed doubles and seven sets of men’s doubles. There were many close sets, including three which ended on tie-breaks, so it was perhaps justice that the overall match score was a 6-6 draw!

Players (L to R): Ed Sweeting (1984-1991), Ben Dawes (2001-2010), Peter Smedley (1977-1982), Rachel Clark (née Sweeting, 1991-1996), Charlotte Flint (1997-2008), Louis Los (1999-2010), Stuart Pearce (1999-2010), James Sweeting (1981-1988).

Thanks go to staff Trevor Loten (1970-1980) and Rachel Spencer for their support with the event and for organising the teams on the day.

OP Helps Federer to Wimbledon Success

Kyle Edmund (2002-2006), a 17-year-old former pupil of Pocklington School, played a small part in Roger Federer’s recent Wimbledon title success. The Yorkshire-based British Boys’ number three was called upon to practise with Federer as part of his match preparation in the run up to the semi-final stages of the tournament. Fans clamoured to get a glimpse of the Swiss star on the practice court but few knew the name of the player hitting from the other side of the net.

According to a report in the Evening Standard, Kyle, who is tipped as one of Britain’s biggest future Wimbledon hopes, admitted he was nervous when he looked over the net and saw Federer. “Roger is arguably the greatest player ever. It is a great feeling to be on court with him. But you don’t want to mess up. My friends keep asking how it happens that I get to play with him. I have played with him three times at Wimbledon as his coach knows my coach.” Kyle, who was born in South Africa and came to the UK with his family aged three, now trains at the National Tennis Centre in Roehampton. Watch out for his name in the next few years to come.

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OP SportAnnual Golf Day LaunchedThe inaugural Pocklingtonian Golf Day took place on Thursday 17 May 2012 at The Oaks Golf Club in Aughton, near Bubwith. As well as Old Pocklingtonians, current and former parents, friends, staff and current pupils were also invited. In all 15 teams of 4 players took part in what was a fantastic day of golf followed by a meal and prize presentations in the club house. OP Drew Southcott (1989-1998) commented: “Many thanks for yesterday; a great day was had by all. The club facilities and catering were excellent. Please keep us in the loop for the next one; we’d be mad keen to participate.”

The winning teams were as follows:

1st Prize and The Tom Nash President’s Cup Winners

2012: Aiden Beattie, Darren Beattie, Anita Beattie, Jay Derek

2nd Prize: Bob Kerr, James Kerr, Oliver Smith, Frazer Davis

3rd Prize: James Sweeting, Alaster Siddle, Jeffrey Michael Kidd, Nigel Bean

There were also individual prizes for the longest drive (Darren Beattie), nearest the pin (Mark Addison) and nearest the pin in 2 (Alaster Siddle).

More photos from the event can be found on the OP web site www.oldpocklingtonians.com under ‘past events’. The OPA would like to build on this success at the next Pocklingtonian Golf Day to be held on Thursday 16 May 2013 for those interested in entering a team. All are welcome!

School Senior Athletic Records With the Quincentenary close upon us, we thought it would be interesting to look at school athletics records. Sadly, the official list seems to have disappeared. So, in an attempt to re-establish what they are, we have been through the magazines and unearthed the following. You will see the records are all of very long standing and this is either because this sport is in decline at school or any recent new records have indeed gone missing.

100 yards - J G Ewan, 10.1 secs, 220 yards J G Ewan 23 secs, 440 yards J G Ewan 51.4 secs - all 1961. In

1965 M F Coates equalled the 200 yards time.

Half Mile - R B Cross 1-56.3 1964/65. In 1965 P E Owen also ran under 2 mins, achieving 1.59.2

Mile - R B Cross 4min 13 secs 1964/65

120 yd Hurdles - A G Child 15.3 secs 1956

High Jump - R Buckton 6 foot 1963/64

Long Jump - G W Kelly 21ft 9.5 ins 1956

Javelin - I C Robinson 178 ft 10 ins 1961

Cricket ball - A G I Wood 108 yds 9 ins 1949

Putting the weight 12 lbs (Shotput) - A M R Burgin 56 ft 1.5 ins 1960

Discus - H C May 156 ft 6 ins 142 ft 10 ins 1965

Some of these records, even today, are quite spectacular achievements for 18-year-olds, especially the cricket ball and putting the weight.

Steve Spruyt is the member of staff currently in charge of athletics and we are passing these on to him as it will be interesting to have them converted into metric and for current pupils to see what to aim for. Do please let us know if you are aware of better times or distances that we have overlooked.

OP Social Events and ReunionsOP Events in PhotosAs well as the careers and sports events, other OP events this year included the OP London dinner at the Cavalry & Guards Club, the Oxford dinner at The Randolph Hotel and the OP Summer Reunion at school. To read more about recent events, please visit the OP web site for reports and more photos.

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2010 Leavers Golf Day ReunionThe boys from the ‘class of 2010’ leavers got together for a small reunion over a good-hearted game of golf at the KP Club, near Pocklington. The day was organised by Charlie Cawood who arranged some prizes for various competitions throughout the day. Charlie supplied beers whilst pork pies and sausage rolls were kindly donated by A Laverack & Sons for the halfway house refreshment. £5 per person was put in as a cash prize for the victor.

Josh Miller claimed victory for the nearest the pin competition with an accurate drive onto the green on the 17th. He won a £3 putter from Oxfam. Will Axup

won the longest drive competition on the 13th and won a 99p golf club, again courtesy of Oxfam.

Overall winners were Josh Miller who came 2nd with a score of 115 and claimed his prize of an ‘Extreme Golf ’ book from Help the Aged, and Henry Laverack who claimed the big prize of £50 for his round of 109. He very kindly bought everyone bacon sandwiches which ended up costing him £40!

Louis Los won the coveted ‘Wooden Spoon’ award with a determined round of 138! The boys are planning to make this an annual event and Louis is hoping to lose the ‘Wooden Spoon’ title!

(report by Charlie Cawood)

(L to R) Matt Axup, Pete Massie, Henry Laverack, Louis Smith, Ben Dawes, Charlie Cawood, Will Axup, Jacob Dixon, Josh Miller, Louis Los

Dregs v Bagpipers Reunion Football MatchThe 15th annual Dregs versus Bagpipers football match was played at the end of April 2012. Formed by 1997 leavers, the two teams had a hard fought, traditionally elongated match. Despite suspect fitness levels both teams managed some skilful, exciting football that left the crowd amazed. Oli Smith (1987-1997) and Matthew Cobb (1993-1997) were Men of the Match for their teams with Richard Garland (1987-1997) also receiving a ‘special’ skills award. After the match the players adjourned for food and drinks in Beverley. A good time was had by all. Any 1997 OPs who would like to play in future matches can contact Matthew Smith (1987-1997) matthewsmithmusic1@gmail.com.

(L to R, back row): Matthew Smith, Martin Rumbelow, David Hill, Oli Smith, Alex Cowdy, Richard Garland, Matthew Cobb, Charles Rook, Wilf How, (L to R, front row): Matthew Stephenson, James Stephenson

1982 Leavers Reunion

John Skinner (1975-1982), Marcus Townend (1972-1982) and Nick Pierson (1974-1982) organised a 30-year reunion of 1982 leavers at the OP Summer Reunion in June. Over 20 OPs and their guests attended the lunch and enjoyed reminiscing during a tour of the school later in the afternoon. Those staying for the weekend made it to The Feathers on Saturday night for a few drinks too.

John commented: “It was a most enjoyable day – a shame that the weather stopped the cricket, but it was great to see some old faces.” A number of the 1982 leavers had planned to join in the OP cricket if the weather had been more favourable. Maybe next year! Pete Smedley (1978-1982) took part in the OP tennis matches which did go ahead.

New York Surprise ReunionGodfrey Bloom, UKIP MEP for Yorkshire and Lincolnshire, headed a delegation sponsored by the European Alliance for Freedom to the US in July. Astonishingly, in New York he found himself in the company of no less than five OPs. Interns Rich Skowronek (1999-2010) and Pete Massie (2000-2010), now both at Newcastle University, his secretary, Vicki Skowronek (1996-2005), his wife Katie Bloom (née Skowronek, 1977-1979), and giving the briefing, Will Thompson (1979-1983), now a very successful businessman based in the Empire State Building. If you have any reunion stories, please send them in to the OP Office at darer@pocklingtonschool.com.

1992 Leavers ReunionMatthew Johnson (1986-1992) organised a very enjoyable reunion of 1992 leavers in York on Saturday 23 June. Matt writes: “The group met at The Living Room in York and even the River Ouse had burst its banks to provide some memories of the same thing happening whilst we all lived in the area. Once we arrived at the venue I think everybody was a little nervous about how the evening would go as so many of us had not seen or spoken to each other for some time, but that nervousness was ill-placed and everybody said what a great evening they had which far exceeded their expectations.

There were many stories about what we had all done over the last 20 years and hearing about those friends we keep in touch with but who couldn’t attend. I think the overwhelming comment was that people had not changed that much and that we should not leave it so long to meet again in the future. There have been discussions about meeting up again perhaps in the London area to allow some of those that could not travel up to York to attend. The most important thing is that so many of the year were able to reconnect whether it be on e-mail, phone or social network sites and I would encourage as many other year groups to try to hold similar events for themselves. It took a lot of chasing and organising but the enjoyment of the night far outweighed the work put in.

Finally I think a special mention should go to those that travelled incredible distances for the event. We had guests from South Africa, America and Canada as well as those that live locally and slightly further afield in the UK. We managed to see a few more faces at the school the next day at the OP Summer Reunion. The success of the previous evening can be best summed up by Mr Peel who approached our group and asked if we were the 1982 leavers. Clearly we didn’t look quite as fresh as we should, but hopefully the night didn’t age us 10 years!”

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OP Rugby at Pock 7sGood Friday, 29 March 2013Pocklington Rugby Club, Percy Road

2nd Annual Pocklingtonian Golf DayThursday 16 May 2013 The Oaks Golf Club

OP Summer Reunion (including OP Cricket and OP Tennis)Sunday 23 June 2013, from 11amPocklington School. Further details to be announced

Forthcoming Events 2012-2013OPs and their guests are welcome at OP events! To book or for further details please contact the OP Office or check the OP website for updates.www.oldpocklingtonians.com

OP London Business Networking LunchThursday 20 September 2012, 12 noon to 2pm

The Iron Duke Pub, Avery Row, London W1

OP Leeds ReunionSaturday 20 October 2012, 7pmThe Leeds Club, 3 Albion Place LS1£25.00 per person (£15.00 per person for students)OP Northern Business Networking LunchFriday 16 November 2012, 12 noon to 2pmSchofield Sweeney Offices, Springfield House, Wellington Street, Leeds LS1 2AYOP London ReunionFriday 23 November 2012, 6.30pm for 7.00pm

The East India Club - £45.00 per person (£25.00 per person for students)

OP Boxing Day Rugby

Wednesday 26 December 2012, 12 noon

Pocklington Rugby Club, Percy Road

OP Cambridge Reunion

Saturday 2 February 2013, 7pm

The Wordsworth Room, St John’s College

OP Newcastle Networking Event

February/March 2013, details to be confirmed

OP Hockey

Sunday 17 March 2013, Pocklington School

OP ladies’ and men’s teams v School 1st XI

teams. Further details to be confirmed

Announcements and NoticesEngagementsNathalie Binks (96-03) to Chris Lazenby

Rob Larard (95-00) to Emma Shipley

Daniel Martinez (94-99) to Harriet Biffa of Monaco

Joshua Papa (96-03) to Amy Wong (96-03)

MarriagesMartin Davies (Staff) to Catherine Postlethwaite (Staff), June 2012 at St. Mary’s Church, Huggate

Sian Davies (93-98) and Ed Townend (90-98), August 2011

Paul Nesom (95-02) to Helen Jones, March 2012 at Chipping, Lancashire. Bridesmaids included Emma Nesom (03-10)

Jess Rogers (94-01) to Dave Hurrell (96-00), August 2011

Matthew Tremayne (01-04) to Amy Louise Scott, September 2011, Postwick, near Norwich, Quintan Thornton (97-04) was one of Matthew’s two best men

Toby Wilson (91-96) to Lynsey Rennison, April 2012, in Northumberland

Daniel Wright (97-04) to Rebecca Laker, September 2011, in Royston, Hertfordshire

BirthsSally Abbott (née Rook, 88-99) and Roddy, a daughter, Sophie Isabel, October 2011

Michael Gilbertson (86-96) and Claire, a daughter, Gracie Isabel, August 2011

Sam Hill (02-09) and Rachel Sellers, a daughter, Elle Jasmine, August 2011

Sandy Mitchell (89-00) and Rebecca, a daughter, Violet, December 2011

Eszter Pontone (95-97) and James, a son, Harry Bertram Gede, January 2012

Richard Owen (93-02) and Liz, a son, Edward David, December 2011

Caroline Wheldon (née Henley, 93-00) and Thomas, a daughter, Phoebe May, October 2011

Jamie Woodruff (82-92) and Kate, a son, Rudi, a brother for Arlo, November 2011

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DeathsArthur Albrow (1934-1937), Burton Pidsea, September 2011

Michael Thomas Andrews (1946-1951), of Stockton on the Forest, January 2012

Mark Burton (1967-1974), of Thornton, February 2012

John Jeffery (former staff, 1969-1984), February 2012

John Leaf (1934-1938), April 2012

Holly Linda Mills (1997-2003), of Thornton–le-Dale, November 2011

Nigel Clive Pickard (1975-1985), Nottingham, November 2011

Michael Plewes (1940-1944), NSW Australia, September 2011

Francis William Ombler Richardson MBE (1929-1932), of Bewholme, near Driffield, December 2011

Eric Roseberry (1941-1948), of Chippenham, February 2012

Roger Edward Stirk (1948-1958), of Gowthorpe near Wilberfoss, May 2012

Peter Rodney Stone (1956-1964), of London, died in Bali 1999

John Daniel Wharton Wood (1945-1949), of Castle Eden, County Durham, May 2012

Deaths and Obituaries

Michael Thomas Andrews (1946-1951) died in York Hospital after a short illness. His home was Stockton on the Forest and whilst a Day Boy he travelled, along with many others, to school from Warthill station. He went on to Askham Bryan Agricultural College and loved the outdoor life, spending many happy hours belting cricket and rugby balls around. He was rooted in village life where he was a much loved local character, involved in the church and golf club.

Mark Burton (1967-1974) farmed at Melbourne near York and was often to be seen at food fairs around Yorkshire and beyond. In his very busy life Mark found time to play good cricket for both the Pixies and for

Woodhouse Grange and his sudden death at such a relatively young age is a tragic loss to his family and many friends. He and his wife Moira had two children who are both young OPs, John (2006) and Sarah (2008).

John Jeffery (former staff and Head of Design, 1969-1984) John was headhunted by former Headmaster Guy Willatt to set up a Design Centre from scratch. Working closely with his colleague and friend, Nigel Billington,

they evolved a whole new approach to the teaching of practical skills in art and design, which culminated in John’s involvement in the creation of the O-level and GSCE syllabus in Design and Technology and to his later work for Ofsted. Many Old Pocklingtonians will remember John’s lessons in the Design Centre, whether developing ballistic catapults, using natural forms as a basis for metalwork designs, the photography club or allowing boys in after school for their own projects, such as knocking up a go-kart or rabbit hutch. It is also possible they will remember his insistence on accurate marking-out of work, ¼ mm either way being the accepted tolerance! John was also involved in set-building and lighting for the school plays but he achieved most recognition by leading and encouraging four pupils to become the first ever winners of the BBC TV Young Scientists of the Year in 1979. One of these pupils, Nicholas Pollard (1969-1976), now Chief Operating Officer at Navigant Global Construction Practice, writes of this experience:

“It was our A-level year, and I have never ceased to be surprised that I did well in my A-levels, for the week before they started I and the three friends on the team spent the week in Madrid competing at the European final of the competition, (the follow-on from the BBCTV-sponsored final which had been somewhat earlier in the year). The experience I gained under John’s guidance was literally life changing. The whole competition gave me a profile (undeserved!) that I am confident enabled my university application and job interviews three years later to go very well all those years ago: but under John’s hand, the preparation for the competition and the working through of the project itself taught me planning and project management disciplines that have served me well, literally to the present day – whether I have been building a water treatment plant in Tobago in the early 80s, leading a construction project on the M1 motorway a few years later, running the railway network based in York in the late nineties, or leading a construction company and an international management consulting business nowadays. It is quite amazing, and I have very often reflected that without his leadership and enthusiasm my career and home-life would probably have been very different shapes.

Equally, I am extremely confident that the four of us under his care on that project, though we received a higher profile, were not unusual for many of the pupils that he taught. He was a great encourager: a visionary of his time in educational terms, who saw that the disciplines of art and engineering are part

of the great mental freedoms that lead to creation and innovation. Through John’s work, and that of Nigel Billington too, the establishment and development of the Design Centre became a tour de force that set Pocklington school apart from others of similar ilk, by their development and promotion of an educational philosophy that joins arts and science together in a manner that inspired and provided a rationale for creative thought, design and innovation – at a time when I recall other teachers were all about setting their topics apart from others on false pedestals. John instead made sense of our world, connecting form, beauty, function and creative talent in a joined up manner. A terrific gift. He certainly was not scared to stand up for what he believed. I can only say a massive thank you.”

John died suddenly in Totnes on February 3rd 2012 of a cerebral haemorrhage. He leaves his first wife, Heather, their children Amanda, William and Tom, and his second wife Ann and is much missed.

John Leaf (1934-1938) died in York Hospital, aged 89, seven months after being injured in a car accident at Easingwold. Born in Escrick in 1922, John recalled his time at Pocklington with some pleasure and in particular the days playing cricket in which he was an all-rounder for the 2nd X1, also making occasional appearances for the 1st X1. He carried on the farming family business, retiring from Rawcliffe Moor Farm in 1988. He played cricket for Escrick Park, Crockey Hill Wanderers and York. He and the then cricket chairman, John Temple, played a major part in organising York’s move from Wigginton Road to their current Shipton Road base in the mid-1960s. A former member of Ganton Golf Club, John became chairman of York CC before taking over as president. Along with his wife, Di, to whom he was married for 65 years, he followed the club home and away. A funeral service was held at York Crematorium. His son, Nicholas John, is also an OP.

Holly Linda Mills (1997-2003) We are grateful to Jenny Brownlee (née Hudson, 97-03) for this tribute to Holly who died peacefully at home after a nine-year battle with variant CJD:

“I started at Pocklington School in September 1997 and it wasn’t long before Holly had become one of my best friends; a friend I have treasured ever since. Anyone who knew Hol would agree with me – she was the life and soul of any room she walked into. She had a wicked sense of humour and was carefree and fun-loving.

I have hundreds of wonderful memories from Pock and Holly features in nearly all of them. Standing in the dinner queue was entertaining and usually entailed Holly’s renditions of ‘Shout’ by Lulu (the ‘weeeell’ bit) and Downtown by Petula Clarke. Her very favourite thing to do was embarrass us friends, declaring our love for various sixth form boys. Of course, there were boyfriends, many of them, who we girls liked to swap on a weekly basis, but friends being friends all was forgiven after a three-hour chat on the phone

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and a letter signed off by Holly and all her pets: Lady, Jack, Max, Grizzles…

As fate would have it, in sixth form, we began to lose our beautiful friend and shortly before she was due to start a course in midwifery at university, she was diagnosed with variant CJD and had as little as a few weeks to live. Thanks to Linda and Pete, Holly’s dedicated and courageous parents, Holly fought CJD for another nine years after being treated with the pioneering drug Pentosan Polysulfate. In November, Hol passed away peacefully in her sleep after her brave battle. We know that Holly survived as she did because of this drug and her mum and dad, brothers and sister continue to campaign and support a charity in the memory of Holly. The charity DERG (Degenerative Encephalopathy Research Group) funds research into the function of RNA. We hope that in this way Holly’s legacy can continue to help others, as she would have wanted.

As Holly’s friend, I want you to remember her as she was: beautiful, sparky, energetic, inspirational, fun-loving, bubbly, full of laughter, big eyes and an even bigger heart.”

Nigel Clive Pickard (1975-1985), born in West Germany, had an itinerant childhood in his early days as his father was an army officer and homes included Hong Kong, Oxfordshire and eventually York. He and his younger brother Justin

started at Pocklington in Lyndhurst as boarders. Nigel particularly enjoyed Drama and Cricket. In the Junior School play he had a leading part in Ayckbourn’s ‘Ernie’s Incredible Illucinations’ and later took the part of Friar Lawrence in ‘Romeo & Juliet’ and Givola in ‘Arturo Ui’, the latter two directed by Martin Allison. He was an excellent off-spin bowler, taking 7-15 v Bradford for the U15 X1 and in senior teams claimed many wickets for the 2nd X1 and also took 5-64 for the 1st X1 v Sedbergh.

After English at Nottingham University he qualified as a teacher, eventually becoming head of English at Ilkeston Secondary School. Career moves followed and his most recent appointment was as Headmaster of Ransom Road, part of Nottingham Academy. He was passionate about creative writing and this passion rubbed off on his pupils. He published two novels and a body of poetry and continued to be an avid follower of cricket. He died at home after a short illness and was married with two children.

Michael Plewes (1940-1944) born in Bridlington he particularly enjoyed cricket at school and retained fond memories all his lifetime of his schooldays. He spent many years at sea and in 1965, after a long battle with tuberculosis, he

and his wife Pauline emigrated to Australia, setting

up home near the sea in Vincentia, NSW, and had a daughter, Penny. One of his greatest achievements was the yacht he built – 36 feet long, with a steel hull. This took him seven years. He later wrote a book ‘One Man’s Life’ which is in the school library. In the former Assembly Hall is a plaque with the words: ”The end of education is a man, not a book”….Michael wrote “he surely wasn’t a book, but he hoped he would at least turn out to be a man”….. he did indeed!

Francis William Ombler Richardson MBE (1929-1932) was brought up at Brandesburton and boarded in Wilberforce House. His particular friends were George Mason, Tom Speck and Ken Wilson, all from farming families. He thoroughly enjoyed his years at Pocklington, the friendships he made and the antics they all got up to. He told of cheating in a Latin exam with other boys and managing to retrieve his paper before being discovered. Although not a scholar he was very good at art and swapped doing other boys art homework if they did his English or maths. At sport he excelled at cross country running. From school he helped to run the family farms, working the land first with Shire horses and then with a tractor.

He moved to Bewholme Hall and lived and farmed there for the rest of his life. He became renowned for his breeding and showing of horses, especially Shires and was instrumental in keeping the Shire horse going in Yorkshire. He also showed and judged sheep and was a noted breeder of the rare Leicester Longwool breed. In 2002 Prince Charles presented him with an MBE for his services to Shires and the community in the Driffield area. He was married to Beryl for 66 years, had 2 children, 5 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.

A proud member of the OP Association, he was especially delighted when, in 2010, Jonathan Sykes from the Staff Room showed him around the school and with him identified his old classrooms and the gym (now the chapel) which had been newly opened the year he became a pupil.

Eric Norman Roseberry (1941-1948) FRCO died after a short illness in February. Born in Fulwell near Sunderland he and his family were evacuated to near Malton early on in the war. He was in the 1st XV and the Swimming team and by

a sad coincidence a few weeks before he died Eric penned a short personal memoir of his (musical) time at Pocklington and this is reproduced in the “Down Memory Lane” section. He went on to study music at Durham University and forge a notable career as a writer and musician. He had a particular interest in Benjamin Britten and Shostakovich. In 1963 he devised a special concert to mark Britten’s 50th birthday. It remained a treasured occasion for Britten. He was Music lecturer at Sussex University in the late sixties and whilst there edited and arranged ‘The Faber Book of Carols and Christmas Songs’. He moved to Bath as Senior Lecturer and whilst there was able to pursue his special enthusiasm for German

music – Hindesmith and Schoenberg in particular. He also conducted the Bath Symphony Orchestra and smaller ensembles. Amongst his other publications were several articles on Britten’s music.

Roger Edward Stirk (1948-1958) was brought up in Kirkella and was a boarder for nearly all of his years at school. Always a consummate competitor, Roger took part in many sports with great success. He was awarded first team colours for rugby, playing centre, in which he was described as an outstanding tackler and also played for the 1st X1 at cricket. But it was perhaps at swimming that he really excelled, being in the team for several years where he dived. In athletics he was also a sprinter and long jumper. Possessed of a very good tenor voice, Roger performed in many concerts and also represented the school at the National Schools Music Festival in London’s Albert Hall.

After National Service he read economics at Hull University and following a period of farming he became a financial consultant. He and his wife Janet sent their two children, Andrew (85-95) and Frances (88-97), to Pocklington.

John Daniel Wharton Wood (1945-1949) born West Hartlepool in 1931 he was the only son of Daniel and Nellie Wood. His father was a chief engineer with the Royal Fleet Auxiliary and served with distinction in convoys during WW2. As a young man in WW1 he served as a lieutenant in the Artillery Company and was mentioned in dispatches during the Battle of the Somme. His C/O was Anthony Eden who of course became Prime Minister in the 1950s.

John’s early schooling was in West Hartlepool at Mrs Crowe’s and Elwick Road Juniors. Aged fourteen he was sent to Pocklington and afterwards went straight into National Service in the RAF serving in the accounts branch for two years. After demob John went up to Oxford, where he graduated in Politics, Philosophy and Economics at Keble College. He played cricket for his college and made new friends, some of them for life. After Oxford he joined the real world and started his career in personnel with British Rail in East London. He was transferred to Sheffield and then to York, which became home until his retirement in 1997.

While with BR John was asked to go to Botswana for a year to help them to get their railway sorted out and he enjoyed this wonderful opportunity to visit different parts of South Africa. He had a great love of classical music and owned a large collection of every genre from Beethoven to Benjamin Britten. His main outside interests were cricket and horse-racing; his favourite meetings were York, Wetherby and Ripon.

It was York where John put down his roots and he made many friends over the years. He was a member of Yorkshire CC and latterly Durham CC after he moved from York to Castle Eden. He had moved north to be near to his closest relation, Margaret. He was an avid reader of most subjects under the sun and had a large private library which could give the Bodleian at Oxford a run for its money!

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PersonaliaIn this section read updates and ‘tweets’ from Old Pocklingtonians around the globe and from all walks of life. Don’t forget to send us your news for the monthly OP e-mail bulletins and the next issue of the magazine.

Pre 1970William Campbell (36-44) lives near Darlington. He spent some years in the Royal Engineers before joining his brothers in the family business of merchant builders in Sunderland. Now 85 he recently recalled his talented variety act duo with Edward Latham at school concerts. These provided light relief to the many classical recitals.

Sir Edward Clay (56-63) is keeping very busy in retirement . He is a volunteer Trustee of six NGOs, all concerned with overseas development, a patron of the Kenya-based charity Excellent Development and an

associate of the Centre for Political and Diplomatic Studies which offers training on all aspects of diplomacy. In a lighter vein OPs can find Sir Edward as a guest speaker on a Saga cruise ‘Echoes of Colonial Africa’.

Derek Drescher (48-58) had a varied and interesting career revolving around music. Whilst a studio manager for BBC Radio he produced documentaries on Shostakovich, George Shearing and others. He then became producer, eventually specialising in R.3 Jazz programmes over a period of fifteen years. In this role he was able to travel to the US several times to record material for documentaries on Jelly Roll Morton, Miles Davis and Sonny Rollins. Latterly he selected the castaways for more than 300 episodes of ‘Desert Island Discs’. This meant he was able to invite former school chaplain Canon Noel Duckworth and Tom Stoppard onto the island. One of Derek’s contemporaries was David Stather (49-57) who, with Keith Walls (49-57), recently translated the school’s Foundation Charter from the Latin.

Mark Fisher (58-65), world-renowned architect and stage set designer, designed the stage for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Concert at Buckingham Palace making full use of the historic backdrop for spectacular lighting and visual projections. Mark was also the Executive Producer (Design) for both the opening and closing ceremonies at the London 2012 Olympics.

Philip Hawkins (59-67) got in touch with an update. After attending the College of Law at Guildford and London he qualified as a solicitor in 1974 and practised for 13 years with David Lundy (61-68) in Driffield. He also practised in York, Bridlington and Cottingham, where he still practises on a part-time basis today along with working as a carer for those with learning and physical disabilities with the Wilf Ward Family Trust.

Douglas Hunter (57-66) is an executive Director with the metal traders Wogen whom he joined

in 1983. His current focus is on Indium and the Rare Earths and he spends much time in China. He still keeps a watching brief on processed metals and changes in trade practices.

Malcolm Johnson (58-63) wishes to be remembered to his contemporaries. He lives in Canada but will be coming over to England in 2013 for the 50th Cambridge Architectural Faculty Reunion and was wondering if any of his contemporaries from Pocklington would be interested in a 1963 Leavers Reunion while he is over here. If anyone from this era would like to get together, please contact the OP Office in the first instance. If there is enough interest we will organise something.

Edward P Latham (37-44) after Oxford he worked for some years with Barclays DSO in Africa but now lives in Wezembeek-Opem close to Brussels. Retired, he was Professor at the Institute for European Studies with the European Commission.

John Moverley OBE, Professor, (61-68) has been appointed chairman of the Forestry Commission, West Midlands. His career has been within agriculture, horticulture and food where he has held a number of chief

executive roles in the public and private sectors. In addition to the Forestry Commission he currently works with Azurance, a supply chain and marketing consultancy in the food and agri-food sector, based in Cambridge.

George Moyser, Professor (55-63) was until 2010 Professor Emeritus at Vermont University where he specialised in Comparative Politics in Western Europe. He is also a co-author of the book ‘Political Participation and Democracy in Great Britain’.

Ed Swarbrick (55-62) is a consultant physician in the Midlands. His hobbies include equestrian sports, skiing and music. He is extending these to take part in the Round the World clipper yacht race, doing the 1,800- mile leg from San Francisco to New York and raising money for charities, including the John Dolman Trust.

Mike Taylor (63-70) still lives near Brussels. In response to the school’s languages department’s “where are the linguists now” request, Mike says he read French and German at Cambridge and with this background went into international commodity trading in New York, London and Brussels. He has also studied Spanish and Dutch and last year started Portuguese. Except for Portuguese (too recent) he has used all these languages in his professional and private life.

Bob Wilkes, The Very Revd. (57-66) an attendee at the 2012 Oxford reunion at The Randolph Hotel was appointed City Rector of Oxford in 2009,

based at St Michael’s. This followed his time as Dean of Birmingham. In the 1990s he was regional Director for the Church Mission Society where he was based in Afghanistan. He recalls many occasions coming under bombardment and being unable to leave Kabul and go up country to follow up the many projects he was involved in.

Richard Wilson, Professor (52-60) having lived and commuted for many years from Beverley is now in Oxford. He recalls the Sixth Form Study, with a fire and crumpet toasting above the School House dining room bay window. He says he and his contemporaries owe much to the talents and inspiration of Tim Rogers, Mike Stevenson, Sefton Cottam, James Eggleshaw and Noel Duckworth. Although officially retired Richard occasionally lectures on cruise ship tours.

Jonathan Woolley (54-61) has written with nostalgia about his years at the school and the difficulty he initially found in selecting the right direction to go immediately after school. Despite these career and academic concerns he thoroughly enjoyed his last two years with rugby, athletics, swimming and CCF easily filling his time. He trained as a chartered accountant though he found the early months as a trainee in a noisy, fume-ridden office in Doncaster somewhat irksome. Taking up sport again was a good antidote and ten years after qualifying he became a partner in a busy public accountancy practice. Happily married with grown-up children and now retired he lives in Hawes and managed to come along to the Wetherby reunion in September 2011. He has two brothers, Roger (51-57), now retired and living in Beckingham, South Yorkshire, and Stephen (62-69) who lives in Derbyshire.

1970-1989David Agar (73-80) is chief executive of GO-SIM, the international prepay card business, and is based in York. The company continues to expand and has recently acquired businesses in the US and the UK. He is also

a member of The Yorkshire Mafia, a business support group.

Adrian Ahl MBE (75-85) following a number of years in the army he now runs a consultancy service within the Defence sector, with a particular emphasis on the design and implementation of information systems and services. He is based in Hampshire.

Jeremy Ahl (80-90) is a Director of Bourne Valley Systems and Unix Technical specialist at Atos in Hampshire.

Rupert Armitage (73-83) married with three children, lives in Bedfordshire. He works in London as Director of Trading at Shore Capital (24 years and counting). He often does media work and can be heard and seen on BBC radio and television providing commentary on stock market news. He travels quite extensively, particularly in Canada building a franchise in the Oil & Gas sector of the stock market. Would love to hear from any OPs from his era!

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Paul Arthur (71-75) after leaving school and numerous motorcycle accidents spent 20 years with several international relocation specialists working both in the UK and Europe. In 1991, he acquired a visa and migration company specialising in the preparation and management of visas for Australia and New Zealand.

Matthew Baker (79-86) following 12 years as Head of Press & Publicity at Channel 4 where he was described as a powerful and committed voice for everything good about the channel, Matthew has recently become Head of

Media for Oxfam. In this role he will lead the response to emergency situations, long-term development work and communications.

Tim Brear (73-81) is a Director of a Harrogate-based financial management consultancy business. He was five years in the Duke of Wellington’s regiment, spent a short time in the “City” and then moved

north to the fresh air. Aside from work he raises money for charities, including the army, and has run marathons and jumped from planes. He also coaches juniors at Otley RUFC.

Nick Catliff (69-79) was Executive Producer for the recent BBC documentary Bomber Boys. Featuring Colin and Ewan McGregor, the programme told the story of Bomber Command in WW2. Nick is Managing Director of

Lion Television with offices in London, Glasgow and New York. Another of his recent productions is Britain from the Air, presented by Andrew Marr. He also created Airport for the BBC which has become one of the longest running docu-soaps on UK Television. After English at St Catherine’s College, Cambridge, he joined the BBC as a graduate trainee. He was the series producer for The Trial – the first time television cameras had been allowed inside British courtrooms.

Martin Crimp (67-74) playwright, continues to have his plays or translations/adaptations of others’ performed around the world. In 2011 his translation and adaptation of ‘Gross und Klein’, ‘Big and Small’, was performed in Sydney and in 2012 it will transfer to London and feature in the Barbican Festival with Cate Blanchett in the starring role.

Jonathan Curry (77-87) is Vice Principal at the Ormiston Maritime Academy, a secondary school in Grimsby. He initially trained as a chartered surveyor, but when he was 27 he did a PGCE and has been in teaching since. He says he is currently in a challenging school with never a dull day and it would be a huge eye-opener for anyone aspiring to teach in such an environment.

Richard Gowthorpe (77-84) a lawyer and is a partner in a large west London practice and specialises in criminal defence work. He now specialises in Crown Court work and has conducted a wide range of trials from shoplifting to armed robbery.

Simon Hickey (75-80) has been appointed a Circuit Judge assigned to the North Eastern Circuit. From June he will initially be based at Leeds Crown Court and will move to Newcastle Court at a later date.

Simon Hudson (74-81) after some years with Smith & Nephew has now formed his own company, Cloud2. Much of their work is with the NHS for whom they provide healthcare solutions using the latest IT technologies.

Yee Khong (73-74) Professor, has been appointed President of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia. He qualified in medicine from Sheffield University and then did his pathology training in London and

Oxford. Yee works in Adelaide where he is the Senior Consultant Pathologist in SA Pathology, Women’s and Children’s Hospital, North Adelaide. He is Professor in the Department of Pathology and Department of O&G at University of Adelaide and Adjunct Professor, Department of Pathology, National University of Malaysia (UKM). He asks particularly to be remembered to Robert Peel in whose House he boarded when he first came to Pocklington.

Nick Lumley (80-87), barrister at Park Court Chambers in Leeds, was appointed Queen’s Counsel in March of this year. A celebratory drinks reception was held at his chambers in April and was attended by fellow OP and barrister Andrew Wilson (89-99).

Steve Nesom (66-73) as well as teaching languages at Pocklington School, organising the biennial school walk and assisting with the school’s careers department, Steve will lead the Community Action activity from September.

Neil ‘Nelly” Oakshot (79-86) lives in Montreal, Canada with his wife of 16 years and their two children, Ben (13) and Emma (11). He runs his own business specialising in filming and editing for TV and corporate clients. He does a lot of aerial filming all over Canada (recent claim to fame was aerial filming for an episode of ‘The F Word’) and he has been a Director of Photography on several TV documentaries in Canada. He still has a great love of history which stems from his school days at Pocklington and in particular his history teacher, David Rumbelow.

Robert Olsen (67-74) has written and published a collection of fishing stories in a new book, which he also designed and illustrated, called ‘Tom’s Book’, published by Wye Angling Publications. The book is a collection of stories about his love of fishing and a personal view of the river.

Christopher J G Parker (76-80) a Barrister, he attended the 2012 Oxford reunion where he told us he has recently joined HMG, an old established firm of Oxford solicitors, and one of his specialities will be tax.

Richard Pearson (81-88) qualified as a vet at Liverpool with an interest in cattle and pig medicine and specialises in infectious diseases and parasite control. He is based in Wiltshire where he is a partner in the George Veterinary Group.

Jonathan Price (82-87) MBE, Colonel has been appointed Colonel in the Yorkshire Regiment and will now head up Warfare Development with the Land Warfare Development Group.

Marcus Ramshaw Rev. (80-89) was for several years at St Edward King and Martyr Church in Cambridge where he held services for Goths. He was recently in York from where he issued messages of support for the protestors who set up camp outside St Paul’s at the end of 2011.

Mark Readman (72-79) lives in Hampshire where he is Operations Director with IBM.

Jeremy Sanderson (76-79) following his time at school, Jeremy was a factory machinist for 2 years before spending 11 years in the London Metropolitan Police, during which time he studied for and achieved an A grade in Japanese O-level. He then spent 5 years as a bilingual tour guide for Japanese tourists visiting Britain whilst at the same time achieving a BA Hons in Japanese. He graduated in 1998 in which year he emigrated to Japan where he is now CEO of a recruitment company, Chairman of a rental office business and CEO of a motorcycle parts and accessories business.

David Seekings (82-84) after reading Modern History at Corpus Christi, Oxford, David became a Chartered Accountant and is currently CFO for 4Imprint in Wisconsin, USA. He is married with two boys.

Toby Swift (70-79) is a drama Director and Producer for BBC Radio and has twice won the Prix Italia for his work and in 2010 won a Sony Radio Academy award.

Harvey Taylor (84-89) currently teaches Business & Economics at university in Bangkok and has also now completed Part 1 of an LLB with London University. He visited the UK in the late autumn 2011 and has applied to do a teaching conversion course at Nottingham Trent University starting in September 2012 to teach Business Studies at secondary level in the UK. He visited school in December, noting many changes as well as some constants.

Will Thompson (78-83) and his old school friend, Tim Brear (73-81), got together to run the New York Marathon, finishing in 3:58. See picture, Tim on the left, Will on the right. They ran the whole race

side by side and crossed the line together in Central Park, encouraging each other along the way. Will lives in New York and Tim lives in Harrogate. They also competed in this year’s London Marathon.

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Eric Tyson (72-77) Lt. Col. is currently assigned to the US army where he is Chief of Operations, Joint & Combined Directorate.

Andrew Wraith (80-85) has worked for Savills for several years as a Director specialising in the restructuring and management of farming and related businesses. In 2011 he was appointed Head of Agribusiness across its UK operation. Based in Lincoln, he retains an interest in his own farming business in East Yorkshire. He is also a current parent.

1990s to PresentTom Albrecht (96-03) following an MSc at Oxford works in Real Estate in Alberta for Fort McMurray.

Matthew Atkinson (85-93) has been appointed captain of Pocklington Cricket Club for the 2012 season, Andrew Inns (83-90) is chairman of the club. Over at Woodhouse Grange Cricket Club opening batsman Nick Hadfield (90-96) is vice-captain for the 2012 season whilst at Londesborough Park, Charles Rook (87-97) captains again.

Georgia Byas (04-10) represented her country at hockey in the England U21 women’s hockey team at the age of just 17. Georgia, who was included in a squad of 22 for a weekend of training and matches, played in

two of the three matches in the test series against Scotland. England won two of the matches and drew with Scotland in the third.

Richard Clark (87-94) married Rachel Sweeting (91-96) in September 2010. Richard is a partner at Knight Frank, the property consultancy, and Rachel is an Associate Director and PR Manager at Savills plc. Both work in Leeds and live in Wistow near Selby.

Harry Coates (97-08) has started as a graduate trainee with Kraft Foods following his 1st class degree in Logistics from Aston University.

Jorden Dick (04-09) spent two weeks back at Pocklington School in March on work placement module as part of her Sports Science degree. She recently graduated from Liverpool John Moores University and is about to start a PGCE to go into teaching.

Kyle Edmund (02-06) continues to make a name for himself in world junior tennis. At the end of 2011 he was a semi-finalist in the US Open Boys’ event and followed this up by playing for the Great Britain team who won the Junior Davis Cup in Mexico. In the 2012 French Open (Juniors) he reached the Quarter finals before falling to the No.6 seed. He has also in recent months become one of Roger Federer’s practice partners.

Anthony Emmet (87-94) has established himself as one of the country’s leading adventure athletes. In 2011 he raised money for Cancer Research and took part in the UK Epic Tri. The first part was a 65- mile run over 42 mountain tops in the Lake District followed by biking from John O’Groats to Lands End. The monster race finished with the Devizes to Westminster Canoe race. By day he is country

manager for clothing supplier Mountain Hardware.

Jessica Farmer (93-00) moved theatres from Leeds to Birmingham Repertory in August 2011 where she is Director of Learning and Participation.

Ashley Foreman (09-11) As part of his gap year, took on polo in the North Island of New Zealand for 4 months, then went to Australia for 2½ months travelling, working and playing polo. He is now hoping to work abroad with the English Polo Association, doing photography and applying for a level 4 ski instructor course.

Felicity Freeman (89-99) After a degree in Materials Science at Cambridge, Felicity joined Rolls Royce in Derby where she is now Principal Manufacturing Engineer.

Tim Garland (90-01) has been promoted to Business Development Director of Elvington Holdings Limited. Tim joined the family firm 15 months ago, which has been run by his father Ken Garland, who is still

Managing Director, and his mother Sue Garland, who is a Director and Company Secretary.

Tim, aged 28, is married and lives in York. Prior to returning to York he worked for 5 years in London as a Site Manager for a London-based construction company, having previously obtained a degree in Construction Management at Northumbria University.

Richard Gough (96-05) has moved back to Cirencester, where he studied at the Royal Agricultural College, to take up a new position at Property Pathfinder, an independent property development company. Prior to the move Richard was with Knight Frank in their Leeds office.

Charlotte Harris (01-08), who is training to be a vet, appeared on ITV’s Safari Vet School. She featured in one episode where she was helping to operate on a lion. It appears her CCF training whilst at Pocklington paid off as she won the darting competition!

David Harvey (90-95) qualified as a solicitor in 2001 and is now a partner with a firm in Louth, dealing with agricultural property including development projects such as wind farms and large-scale pipeline agreements. He is also legal advisor to Lincolnshire Deer Group and Governor of a local Prep School.

James Hill (87-97) is a qualified Chartered Surveyor and is currently executive director of the commercial property section at Adalta Real in Banbury. His responsibilities include sales, lettings, acquisitions, and lease renewals for clients throughout the UK.

Simon Holden (97-05) congratulations to Simon, a Direct Graduate Entry (Warfare) to the Britannia Royal Naval College in Dartmouth. He passed out in December 2011

and was selected to be part of the Honour Guard on the steps of St Paul’s Cathedral while the Queen

and all the other members of the Royal Family went in as part of the Diamond Jubilee celebrations in June. He is really enjoying life in the Navy and is part of the Field Gun team.

Thea Holloway (97-04) is a solicitor in Pickering and Kate (94-01) is Head of a Primary School in Hull. Andrew (92-00) lives in Bishop Wilton and is a Project Manager for Fischer Fixings. He is still involved with Pocklington RUFC, but not as a player. He coaches the under 8s team as part of the PRUFC Mini Section.

Sam Holmes (99-06) after his first class degree in Business Administration from Bath University now works in London as a business strategist with the management consultancy firm Accenture Ltd.

Ailsa Hunt (née McDermid, 93-04) starts her first job at Fitzwilliam in October 2012. The official job title is Isaac Newton Research Fellowship in Classics, and it is a three-year research post at the college, with some teaching responsibilities. In the meantime Ailsa is busy finishing off her PhD which she hopes to complete before her new job starts.

Matthew Johnson (86-95) lives in Wooburn Green, Buckinghamshire, married Alison in 2006 and has a son Samuel (4) and a daughter Lola (1). He is currently working as a Sports Marketing consultant for The Rugby Football League having been Director of Marketing at Taylor Made - Adidas Golf for eight years and working at Diageo for seven years before that. He has recently accepted a new position as Brand Director for Titleist Golf and will be relocating with his family to the Cambridge area.

Tom Kay (97-07) has graduated from RADA where he appeared in many productions including ‘Look Homeward Angel’, ‘Tea and Sympathy’ and ‘The White Devil’. He has also appeared at the National in a much praised revival of the early seventeenth century play ‘A Woman Killed with Kindness’.

Michael McKinstry (00-11) has spent a varied gap year – Starbucks, freelance photography, church volunteer and summer camp in the US teaching youngsters 6-16 to sail. Before starting chemistry at university he finishes the gap year off by taking part for the third time in the Pan Massachusetts challenge, a two-day 200-mile cycle ride to raise money for a cancer charity in Boston.

Carol Milner (90-93) is continuing to work for conservation, sustainable development and education in the environment and in January 2012 founded Biosphere Association as a UK Charity to support work in these areas. In 2011 she participated in two projects in Indonesia, studying coral reefs, working with local populations to address local environmental issues such as plastic pollution washed ashore, and educational outreach programmes to inspire stewardship of the environment. One project helped initiate the declaration of a marine protected area around two islands with turtle nesting beaches. See www.biosfirindonesia.org. Carol lives on a 100-

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OP Merchandise The OP Association is pleased to announce the return into stock of the OP silk tie in OP colours. Also available are cufflinks with the new school crest, and a Quincentenary silk tie. To order any of these items please send a cheque payable to ‘Old Pocklingtonian Club’ for the correct amount (including p&p if applicable) along with your order to: OP Office, Pocklington School, West Green, Pocklington YO42 2NJ. The intention is to make items available to purchase online in the very near future. Please check the OP web site which will have a link to the new online merchandise store. In the meantime, if you wish to purchase items and pay using online banking, please e-mail Joan (goughj@pocklingtonschool.com) in the OP Office who will send you further details.

year-old, 113ft sailing ship named Mir, which is itself a platform for people wishing to learn about and experience living on the sea. This winter Mir has been renovated and the old, leaky deck repaired to prepare for returning to Indonesia and then sailing to Sri Lanka. The focus in Sri Lanka is to survey the cetaceans left in the surrounding waters.

Eszter Pontone (95-97), after reporting the sad news of the loss of her twins and her work on the Sands web site in the last issue of the magazine, Eszti is delighted to share the happy news that her son Harry was born in January 2012 weighing in at 10lbs! See the birth announcement for further details.

Richard Poskitt (93-98) is Raw Materials Manager with Prosper de Mulder based in South Yorkshire. They are the largest integrated food chain recycling business in the UK.

Nick Ridley (84-93) is Logistics Director with Aldi, based at the Darlington regional distribution centre. He lives in Yarm.

Nicky Scott-Somers (née Whatford, 91-98), as well as teaching languages at Pocklington School, has been appointed as a Lower School Housemistress for Hutton and also takes on the role of i/c Spanish from September 2012.

Carly Smith (97-05) is due to be married on 28th October 2012 to Robert John Olley. She gained a 1st Class Honours in Psychology from Hull University in 2008 and is now working in the education and development department for the Yorkshire Ambulance Service.

Matthew G Smith (87-97) still combines playing saxophone for weddings, birthdays and balls around the UK as well as teaching north and south of the Humber and can be found on www.mattsmithuk.com.

Philip G Smith (85-95) continues to supply ready-built boats and build-yourself boat kits in Kendal. His firm, Fyneboat Kits, are now also supplying surf boards.

Michael Stubbins (80-90), went on from Pocklington to the University of Dundee gaining a BSc and then a PhD before starting employment in the R&D department with GlaxoSmithKline in 1997.

Gemma Tomlinson (née Smith, 94-01) married Stracey John Tomlinson on 27th December 2009 and had a baby girl Heidi Louise on 10th April 2011. Completed a BA Hons degree in English Literature with Qualified Teacher Status in 2005 with a 2:1. Now working as a class teacher and Special Needs Coordinator in a North Yorkshire Primary School.

Rebecca Ward (94-99) following on from a degree in Business Studies Rebecca is Financial Director for a media company in Dubai. Her sister Racheal (90-97) graduated from Heriot Watt and is now a chartered accountant in Malton and brother James (87-94), also an accountant, works in York and for several years played rugby for Hull RUFC.

Rob Webber (94-04) congratulations to Rob who played well enough for Wasps to be selected for the England Six Nations final squad as hooker behind Dylan Hartley. He came off the bench in most matches and was due to go to South Africa with England in the summer but an operation following a shoulder injury has side-lined him. He is joining Bath RUFC for this coming season and has been included in the England squad for the autumn internationals.

Andrew Wilson (89-99), a Barrister with Wilberforce Chambers in Hull, has now moved to Sovereign Chambers in Leeds, where he will be increasing his specialisms in insolvency, commercial and civil fraud.

Toby Wilson (91-96) is a conservation officer in Scotland, partly in the office planning new habitats, and partly in the field guarding eagles and ospreys. He well remembers the bird group he joined at school and visits to Bempton. He married in April.

Alistair Wood (85-92) is Executive Director of AEG Europe where he has been focusing on the development of the O2 arena in Greenwich, South East London. The area houses a live entertainment arena, cinemas, exhibition and retail outlet space and restaurants. It is to be further developed to include flats and a hotel complex. He is married with two children and when time permits manages some golf and occasionally cricket.

Marcus Wood (82-90) has stepped down from the captaincy of York CC after seven years. He led the club to a Yorkshire League trophy double in 2004 and, after runner-up finishes in 2005 and 2006, he then

masterminded their record run of five championships. He will now captain the 2nd X1 and develop players for the first team.

Ollie Wride (96-07) and his band Joywride have been given an investment of £50k in a mixture of cash, legal and recording costs by a small group of three private investors. If all goes to plan another £150k will be put into the band over the next 12 months.

Nicholas Clements (Headmaster, 2000-2007)Nicholas and Fenella have recently welcomed a new baby son into the family, Dominic George Clements, born on 6th May 2012 weighing 8lbs 15oz. Lucinda and Oliver are now 11 years and 9-years-old respectively and the whole family recently moved to Washington DC where Nicholas is now Headmaster of the British School in Washington.

FarewellThe school bids farewell to the following staff:

James Playford (2010-2012), Design, moved to a school in Hong Kong

Helen Scott (2010-2012), Mathematics, moved to Marlborough College

Rachel Spencer (2010-2012), PE and Games, moved to a school in Beijing, China

Jonathan Sykes (2007-2012), Geography, moved to a school in Bermuda

Richard Valentine (2011-2012), Biology, moved to Beverley Grammar School

Sarah Wass (2004-2012), Spanish and French, moved on to pastures new with her family

Jonathan Webb (2003-2012), History, moved to Durham School as Deputy Head

Staff Annexe

Cufflinks £16.50 (plus £2 p&p)OP silk tie £18.00 (plus £2 p&p)Quincentenary silk tie £18.00 (plus £2 p&p)

Close-up of cufflink

Quincentenary tie (left), cufflinks and OP tie (right)

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End of an Era in BoardingTrevor Loten (1970-1980) stepped down as Housemaster of Fenwick-Smith House at the end of the summer term after 12 years in the post. Trevor, or T-Lo, as he is affectionately known by the Fenwick-Smith boys, finished on a high with a farewell party at the annual house barbecue. Many OPs and staff came along to join current boarders and house staff in wishing Trevor well as he moved out of boarding. It was a wonderful evening of reminiscing, enjoyment and musical highlights with Trevor performing his own version of ‘My Way’ after a heartfelt farewell speech. Trevor will continue to teach maths at the school and will also take on the role of Middle School Housemaster for Hutton from September but will remember his time in Fenwick-Smith House, and School House prior to that, with great fondness and much happiness for many years to come.

T-Lo the Legend

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Now…Pocklington School Sports Hall 2012

Then…Pocklington Station 1966

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