BPS Summer Ball 2025

THE BEACON SUMMER BALL

PRACTICAL INFORMATION Cars and Taxis: Taxis should drop off and pick up in the Front School car park. Cars may be parked in either car park at owner’s risk. If left overnight, it is advised to use the North Car Park.

Meal Choices: A printed reference is provided at each table, detailing meal selections, dietary requirements, and wine choices—just in case you need a reminder of your order.

Payments: The bar, raffle and auction will operate on a card-only basis.

Photographs: Capture the memories with our 360-video booth, which sends incredible images straight to your phone. In addition, QR codes will be displayed across the venue to turn your phone in to a digital disposable camera, capture the night from your point of view and enjoy the Ball’s official online album the next day.

Wi-Fi: Should you need it, please use Network: Guest Password: Beacon.2025 Sponsorships: Huge thanks to our incredible sponsors. Through their support we’ve been able to enhance the experience with exciting additions. Expect stunning décor, photo stations, a cheese table, a sweets cart, and more to make the night truly unforgettable. Be sure to look out for our sponsors & names displayed throughout the event and in the Ball Brochure.

Fundraisers: The BPS pledge for this year is to help facilitate the redevelopment of Willsfield and support our chosen charity of ALMT, to whom we will be donating 20% of the funds raised in the Auction and Raffle. Funds will be raised solely through drinks sales, a raffle, silent Auction and live Auction. The raffle and silent Auction have been made available to the whole school community and shared prior to the event. The live Auction shall be for guests only.

Smoking and vaping: The school strictly prohibits smoking and vaping on-site.

Carriages: Last orders at the bar at 12.30am. Carriages at 1.00am.

A NOTE FROM MR BAKER Dear Parents, Welcome to The Beacon Parents’ Society Summer Ball 2025!

This event is always one the most anticipated in the school calendar, and it is great to celebrate our fellowship amongst the splendour of our school buildings. I often describe The Beacon to visitors as a small village, and if that be the case, then this evening is our annual ‘village carnival’. Refreshments served by our villagers (old boys) in the market square (the Quad), before departing for dinner, merriment and dancing on the village green (the Astro).

Beacon boys are brought up to be engaging, personable and great fun and as much as we provide the daily environment within which they can prosper, they learn these behaviours from you, our parents, who are as responsible as anyone for their social maturity and appetite for the enjoyment of life in the fullest sense. There is no better example of this than the endeavour and enterprise of our BPS, whose collegiate partnership with the school enables our whole community to come together and champion friendship on occasions like tonight. My sincere thanks to everyone on the Ball Committee who have worked so hard to put on what I have no doubt will be a uniquely Beacon event.

See you on the dancefloor!

Nick Baker

BAR MENU COCKTAILS:

Aperol Spritz

£10.00

Margarita

£10.00 Glass (250ml) Bottle

WINE: Prosecco, Belstar Champagne, Veuve Clicquot

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£30.00

ROSÉ:

Mirabeau Forever Summer

£12.00

£35.00

WHITE:

Stellenrust Sauvignon Blanc

RED:

Zensa Primitivo IGP

£11.00 £11.00

£30.00 £30.00

SPARKLING:

BEER:

NON ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES:

Rebellion IPA (Draft)

£5.50

Rebellion Lager (Draft)

£5.50

Birra Moretti

£4.80

Peroni 0%

£4.50

Seedlip Non- alcoholic Gin 0%

£4.50

SOFT DRINKS & MIXERS:

SPIRITS Portobello Gin

£4.50

Hendricks Gin : Mirabeau Pink Gin

£5.00

Kraken Spiced Dark Rum

£80.00

£5.00

Coke/Coke Zero

£3.00

Fever Tree Indian Tonic Water

£3.00

Fever Tree Refreshingly Light

£3.00

£4.50

Fever Tree Mediterranean Tonic Water £3.00

£4.50

Fever Tree Sicilian Lemonade

£3.00

£4.50

J2O Apple and Raspberry

£3.00

£4.00

J2O Orange and Passion Fruit

£3.00

Johnnie Walker Black Label Whiskey £5.00

Sparkling / Still Water 750ml

£3.50

Vodka Tequila Tequila Rose Bulleit Bourbon

£5.00

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BPS FUN DAY

We kicked off 24/25 with this exciting new event. We were spoiled with good weather and you came in your hundreds to embrace the Family Fun Day. Some catching up with pals after the long summer break, others having just started at The Beacon came and made new friends there.

Sports, games, inflatables, go-karts and face painting were all enjoyed.

We are currently in the midst of organising BeaconFest ‘25 which is looking to be even bigger and better and we look forward to seeing lots of you there!

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AND MORE, INC. CRICKET SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE COACHING SESSION AND CRICKET TOP, A FAMILY TICKET TO BEKONSCOT, £35 VOUCHER FOR MANICURE FROM LUNA AND A £40 VOUCHER FOR PETERLEY MANOR FARM.

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XMAS FAIR Storm Darragh might have kept the booked Coffee and Food Trucks away but it didn’t stop you coming!

Thankfully Father Christmas’ sleigh was unbothered by the gale force winds and his grotto was as popular as ever.

The shiny new C&N room was put through its paces as Mrs Rowland rallied her team of boys and produced a huge array of delicious food.

With a fabulous raffle of hampers created by your amazing year reps, the Old Barn full of fun games, scrummy curry in the Dining Hall, a generously filled cake stall, a reindeer rodeo and the ever popular sweet tombola to name a few of the stalls, we raised a staggering £13,000! on the day.

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QUIZ NIGHT

Once back after the Christmas break school was in action stations with filming for the Quiz. Boys (and Headmasters) singing in Mr Baker’s office, iconic artwork being recreated in the quad and lessons being gatecrashed for an observation round tour!

On the night, after a delicious chilli from Dino and his team, Mr Baker and Mr Langley, our answer to Armstrong and Osman, were reunited in the Spinney for some top notch quizzing accompanied by show stopping desserts.

A very strong effort from Year 1’s Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Quizardry, saw them proudly take home the cup.

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A SPECIAL THANKS THE UNIFORM SHOP Our awesome team of volunteers headed up by Jo Blaikie have really made the most of the Uniform Shop move this year. Open 5 times a week, the fabulous community hub is there whether you are after a replacement hat, full games kit or even a Viking Costume!

It’s been a busy year! Thanks for all of your support and a special shout out to all the Class Reps who have been superstars!

THE COMMITTEE: To n i g h t w o u l d n o t h a v e b e e n p o s s i b l e w e r e i t n o t f o r t h e C o m m i t t e e w h o h a v e generously given many, many hours to make it happen.

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AUCTION LOTS

H E A D M A S T E R F O R A D AY Have your son step in to Mr Baker’s shoes for a day.

The winner will take up his temporary Headship in the Autumn Term.

Having planned his day in advance, amongst lots of fun activities he will be able to help lead Assembly, pick the lunch menu for the whole school with Dino, even climb on to the school roof with the Estates Team!

Last year, this exciting auction lot raised an incredible £1400 for the school.

S I G N AT U R E TA S T I N G M E N U F O R T W O AT T H E A R T I C H O K E Indulge in an unforgettable dining experience at The Artichoke – Amersham’s award-winning restaurant renowned for its contemporary European cuisine and elegant setting.

This lot entitles two guests to enjoy the restaurant’s acclaimed Signature Tasting Menu, showcasing the finest seasonal ingredients, exquisite presentation, and impeccable service.

A true culinary journey, perfect for a special occasion or a memorable night out.

A 3-COURSE LUNCH OR DINNER F O R T W O AT T H E G R E Y H O U N D

AUCTION LOTS To include bubbles on arrival and a glass of wine with the starter and main course and finish with coffee/tea and petit fours.

The Greyhound, located in Beaconsfield Old Town. Opening in 2019, husband and wife team Daniel and Margriet have taken The Greyhound from strength to strength.

Most recently winning the prestigious ‘AA Restaurant of the Year 2024/2025’, this is a meal you are not going to want to miss!

SOUPER DUPER - LIMITED E D I T I O N S I G N E D P R I N T BY DOUG HYDE

Doug Hyde Limited Edition, Edition Size: 295 Framed Size: 32" x 23" Hand signed by Doug Hyde Sold with a Certificate Of Authenticity Kindly donated by Clarendon Gallery

AUCTION LOTS S T R A W B O AT E R A N D S I L K S CA R F F R O M A L E X A N D R A HARPER MILLINARY Straw Boater ‘Flaneur’: Made from 100% straw and crafted by our trusted artisan partners in Florence, Italy, this gorgeous shape is trimmed in studio with a striking emerald green vintage braid and a happy, silver metal sun.

Along with a Silk scarf - ‘Symi Sea’ From their latest artist collaboration – partnering with exceptional Greek artist Alexandra Manousakis, a celebration of Mediterranean blues, ocean scapes and joyful summers. The perfect weight for tying as a headscarf, drape perfectly across your shoulders, around the neck or over the handle of your favourite bag or even styled it tied as a sarong! Made from a luxurious, 100% silk twill, the scarf has been hand-finished with the very best craftsmanship.

J E R O B OA M ( 3 L ) O F P O L R O G E R B R U T RESERVE NV A real show stopper!

One for a special party or perhaps save for Christmas Day. A Jeroboam (double magnum) from this famous Champagne house.

Grape Variety: 33% Pinot Noir, 34% Chardonnay and 33% Pinot Meunier

AUCTION LOTS M I X E D CA S E O F F I N E R I O J A One for the Spanish wine lovers! A great opportunity to purchase a mixed, six bottle case of the finest wines from Spain’s premier wine region (Rioja), including wines from the following top producers: ⁃ La Rioja Alta (including the 2015 vintage of their Gran Reserva “904”) ⁃ Muga (including the 2016 vintage of their Gran Reserva “Prado Enea”) ⁃ Marques de Murrieta; and ⁃ Torre de Ona

DR SKIN HAMPER Treat yourself with an hamper from Dr Skin containing many creams as well as a voucher for free antiwrinkle injections (e.g. botox) worth £300 to the winner.

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W E W A N T YO U R P E R S P E C T I V E F R O M T H E N I G H T !

We’re so glad you’re here!

Let’s capture the night – through your eyes.

Scan the QR code to turn your phone into a retro disposable camera.

Snap away and share the magic of the ball from your point of view.

All photos will be revealed in a shared album tomorrow – so get clicking, and be part of the memories!

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