Over 60s Spring Luncheon

It was another wonderful occasion for our Over 60s OL community meeting at the Spring Luncheon on 27 April in the Athenaeum Club. The sell-out event saw 70 OLs gathered together to catch up with one another and recall their school days.

The guest speaker, Christopher Silvester (Sanderson’s 1973–1977), regaled guests with his stories of his days at Lancing in the mid-70s as well as providing a fascinating insight into his family history. He talked warmly about his two History teachers who were present at the lunch, Robin Reeve and Ted Maidment, and sparked many reminiscences among those present.

We were also delighted to welcome 17 OLs, including three women, for their first time at this special occasion for our Over 60s: Dougie Arnold (Sanderson’s 1966–1971), Julian Balaam (Field’s 1975–1980), John Charlton–Jones (Olds 1973–1977), Daniele de Winter (Manor 1978–1980). Tarquin Desoutter (Teme 1974–1978), John Ellis (Sanderson’s 1974–1978), Andrew Hadley (Gibbs’ 1973–1978), Richard Isham (Head’s 1973–1977), David King (Head’s 1972–1977), Ted Maidment (Former teacher 1965–1982), Christopher Silvester (Sanderson’s 1973–1977), Martin Stephen (Olds 1973–1977), Simon Theobald (Teme 1974–1979), Robert Vartevanian (Teme 1974–1978), Johanna Vicat-Brown (Teme 1976–1978), Lucinda Williams (Manor 1977–1978) and Richard Woodhouse (Second’s 1976–1981).

But, of course, there will still be events for all including a Young OLs drinks later in the year and the annual Carol Service this year being held at St Peter’s Church, Eaton Square, on Wednesday 20 December.

I hope that you all enjoy a splendid summer.

NIGEL BENNETT Chairman, The OL Club Olds 1972–1977