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Radley Triathlon
The Radley Triathlon saw 350 athletes swim, bike and run on Good Friday. The event consisted of a 200m swim, 11km cycle and a 2.5km run for novices or twice those distances for people looking for more of a challenge.
The Radley-Tri Charity Participants raised a whopping £3000 for Against Breast Cancer.
CHRIS REES Race Director
Radley college is a great venue for hosting events, and we are delighted to have been hosting a Try Tri Triathlon on site for over 10 years.
The venue has everything you need, great resources, plenty of parking and open space and a friendly and helpful team to help ensure your event is a success.
Athletes
South Central Academy
SCA used the Barker Gym and the Track for their British age group Triathlon training.
SCA Lead Coach
The facilities were amazing to use for the Winter prep for triathlon and the kids are now hitting their first race in two weeks. We could not have asked for more helpful and professional services from Radley.
South England Easter Conference
This conference takes place every Easter to set aside time to focus and meditate on the meaning of Easter and to provide concentrated Bible teaching over the Easter weekend. They stayed in A, D and G Socials and also used Silk Hall and Modern Languages classrooms.
Socatots
Socatots is the world’s first pre-school, play based activity programme, specifically designed for children aged 6 months - 5 years old.
Each year Socatots bring a group of coaches to Radley for a week long training course. They stayed in B social and used the Sports Hall and Astros.
Oxford Youth Leaders Retreat
Oxford Youth held a Retreat at Radley over Easter, to allow Senior Youth Leaders from across Oxfordshire to get together in a place of reflection and connection, giving them some much needed time as a group to think about what it is they want to do in their leadership roles that can be transformational.
Delicate Sound Of Pink Floyd
11 Musicians replicating the 1988 touring band live in our Theatre with a light and sound spectacular.
All profits and donations went to Footsteps Foundation, an Oxfordshire charity improving the quality of life for children with neurological conditions.
The total raised was in excess of £3000. A real achievement!
James Winnicott
Thanks to you and the Radley team once again for all your help and support. It was an amazing event which everyone seemed to enjoy.
Flair Dance
Established in 1996, Flair Dance Studio provides dance lessons for children of all ages and abilities at several locations in Oxfordshire. Their dancers also have the opportunity to compete in local and regional dance competitions.
They had their first ever show in our Theatre for 400 guests!
Guests
Junior 2 Senior
Junior 2 Senior’s mission is to support as many young athletes as they can in reaching their full potential. Young athletes face many cross roads in running and they aim to highlight the many different pathways to fulfilling potential.
Junior 2 Senior was set up by Radley Athletics Coach, Dan Studley and Oxford Universities Head of Endurance, Matt Seddon.
The inaugural camp, hosted at Radley this Easter, was sold out, with over 40 young athletes from across the country taking part. They were immersed in a 3-day action packed camp with all the key facets an elite athlete would want and need.
MG Car Rally
On Sunday 28th May, 55 cars set off from Memorial Arch for 29th running of ‘The Old Speckled Hen’, the Abingdon Works Centre annual classic road run. Radley College has been the traditional start and finish of the run for the last 20 years.
Of the cars entered, 12 travelled over 100 miles to reach the start including 3 from Australia and 1 from Germany.
Back in Radley after 45 miles they were ready for the traditional cream tea in the Old Cricket Pavilion.
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Cars
Photos by Jane Lilley
Discovery Summer
Discovery Summer offers short courses combining learning with a great 'British' experience for students from more than 50 countries. Students learn new skills, try new activities and enjoy new experiences.
DISCOVERY SUMMER STUDENT
It was a great programme for young people to make friends from all over the world, it offers opportunities for us to step out of our comfort zone and improve our social skills, there are a lot of activities that I will not be able to experience at home and the staff are very friendly and patient.
Nike Sports Camps
Eurosports Nike Camps are junior sports camps for young people aged 9 - 17, designed to challenge and support players to grow their skills and experiences. Students played hockey, tennis and basketball at Radley and stayed in B, F, J and K Socials.
EUROSPORT CAMP PARENT
Loved being at the camp so much, I even look at how I can apply for a Job amongst the staff for years to come!
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Nationalities
EUROSPORT CAMP PARENT
I am writing to you regarding my son, who attended a week at Radley College this summer. He came back so enthusiastic about the positive experience, that we plan to have him repeat next year (this time for two weeks).
EUROSPORT CAMP PARENT
My child returned happy and motivated to further improve his skills. We will also consider bringing more kids and friends next time. It is fantastic experience. Thank you.
John Locke Institute
The John Locke Institute is an educational organisation providing educational courses in philosophy, politics, economics, history, psychology and law.
They stayed in C, D, H, and L Socials this summer as well as using the Theatre, Science Lecture Theatre and geography classrooms.
Premier Tennis
Premier Tennis used 8 of our Tennis Courts and our Cricket Pavilion for their Easter coaching sessions.
They enjoyed an action packed week with team games, tennis drills and mini matches.
ACTIVITY MANAGER
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MintFace Productions Filming
MintFace Productions is a Film and Theatre content company that aims to make intriguing content that creates discussion.
They worked alongside Not Thought Through Productions to film a short film, titled The Stained Stainlessman, at Radley.
They used Mansion, Covered Passage and E social to film over 3 days in August.
BBOWT AGM
Over October Half Term we hosted The Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust's AGM in the Science Lecture Theatre. The AGM included reports from the Chair of the Board of Trustees, and Chief Executive, plus a finance report from the Honorary Treasurer. The AGM was followed by light refreshments and the Volunteer Awards, including the winners of the BBOWT Photography Competition.
Additional Events
MOVING MUSIC
MovingMusicoffersan opportunityforpeoplewith dementia,alongwiththeir family,friendsandcarersto enjoyaconcertexperience together.Combining performancesbyprofessionals andothermusiciansofahigh standard,alongwithsingalongsongsfortheaudience.
Additional Events
DUTCH REAL TENNIS
30DutchRealTennisplayers returnedtoRadleyforanother year.Theyenjoyedmanygames ofRealTennis,butalsoplayed LawnTennisinfrontofthe CricketPavilionandenjoyeda mealanddrinksinBlueRoom ontheirfinalnight.
Additional Events
MAGGIES GOLF DAY
Maggie'sGolfDayisacharity eventthatraisesfundsto supportpeoplewithcancerand theirlovedones.Teamsoffour playagainsteachothertowin prizes,beforeenjoyinglight refreshmentsandlunchinthe CricketPavillion.
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Total Bed Nights
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Non - Residential Events
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