The Bugle - Spring 2016 by Bolton School Development Office

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1915-2015: Centenary Year Anniversary Celebrations Spring 2016

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CONTENTS Stay in Touch

Bolton School Merchandise

Messages Sir Philip Craven, President of the Old Boltonians’ Association

Philip Britton, Headmaster

The Mail Bag Star Letter, Afar and Asunder Bolton School Ethos and ‘Extra-Curricular for All’

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School News Fun at Patterdale Hall Ian McKellen takes to the Great Hall stage Royal Visit The Tillotson 500 Lecture Series Eight Pupils Celebrate Oxbridge Offers The Bolton School Wine Collection The Best of Both Worlds: A Portrait of Bolton School Remembered with Honour

The 100 Campaign for Bursaries

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Old Boys’ Features A Life in Film Centenary Celebrations Bolton School, 1915-2015 Inspiring the Next Generation Freemasonry

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Events Old Boltonians’ Annual Dinner

16 Reunion for the Leavers of 1966, 1976, 1986, 17 1996 and 2006 Forthcoming Events Save the Date! Centenary Ball Photo Wall

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Sports WET WET WET Bursary Golf Day 2016

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Old Boys’ News

Destination of Leavers 2015

Old Boltonians’ Golf Society Report

STAY IN TOUCH CONTACT US

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THE TEAM Julia Bates Head of Development

Laura Firth Development Manager Development Manager (Maternity Cover) Old Girls’ Liaison Officer

Frances Johnson Development Assistant

Visit the Old Girls and Old Boys section of the School website at www.boltonschool.org for event photographs, Alumni career profiles, news of Old Boys, an up-to-date events calendar and more.

Kathryn O’Brien

Update your contact details at: www.boltonschool.org/alumni-register

Jenny Salerno

Alumni and Development Assistant

Archana Patel Alumni Officer Development Officer

BOLTON SCHOOL MERCHANDISE School has an Online Merchandise Store, selling a variety of items from Old Boy cufflinks and ties, to iPad cases and photo frames. Also available is The Genesis of Education in Bolton, a complete history of the origins and foundations of Bolton School, written by Old Boy Malcolm Howe (1948-1956). All profits made from the sale of merchandise go directly to the School Bursary Fund, which helps make a Bolton School education open to all academically gifted pupils, irrespective of their family’s financial situation. Orders are usually delivered within five working days, and overseas delivery is available.

Genesis Book

Archives Ask the Archivist

Looking Back

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Lives Remembered

Times Past Memories from School Days

Bolton School Pens

Snugg iPad Case

Bolton School Bag

Bolton School Photo Frame

To order your items, please visit: www.boltonschoolmerchandise.org or call 08450 504015

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WELCOME FROM THE PRESIDENT As I start my second year as President of the Old Boltonians’ Association, I recall just prior to Christmas the excellent OBA Dinner at School, where we celebrated both the centenary activities held in 2015 and, in particular, the all-conquering Old Boltonians’ football team. Yesterday evening, I watched the recording that we had made over Christmas of Peter Kay’s 20 Years of Funny, which was amazing. He said one thing that stuck in my mind - that very, very few people follow their passion for their career, but that he had been most fortunate in being able to do so from a very early age. Thinking of following your passion and making that your career, I must come back to my perennial comments on what the practice of sport, particularly at school, can do for an individual and what it can do in order to deliver a balanced education and, even more importantly, a balanced life. Sport is about human interaction - you never stop learning, which is why I view sport as one of life’s great educators. These life skills are crucial and they involve the creation of lifelong friendships, learning to harness aggression and frustration and learning that sport and life should be about

A MESSAGE FROM THE HEADMASTER The end of Spring Term and down on the Levels, watching the U18 rugby team play the Lancashire Plate final. Elsewhere three games of football for the senior teams against Stockport. Walking back into School the grounds men are busy on top level putting in the cricket wicket. And so the cycle of school life, here encapsulated in sport, goes on. For many this will be a last game after 7 or more years representing School, making many friends and many memories to be met and remembered at Old Boys’ events in years to come. It has most certainly been an action packed term. The production this year for the Lower School was Alice and for the older boys Dr Faustus. We won through to the final of the English Schools Debating. The chess team will be off next term to the rapid play national finals in London. Our Joint Concert took place at Port Sunlight, celebrating the links made through Lord Leverhulme. On a beautifully sunny day it was a pleasure to see boys and girls from School

fair play, honesty and trust. Playing within the rules at sport is obligatory, whether you do that of your own volition or whether you are brought to book by the referee or the umpire. This development of self-discipline, and learning to play within the rules, whether written down or based upon your own moral code, makes sport the antithesis of war. Sport is also about fun and excitement and about communication between individuals in a very rapid manner, particularly if you look at the way teams have to perform in defence. Teamwork - learning to give to the team rather than always taking from the world – was, in my opinion, one of the most important parts of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games: not one team wished to be number one, in what tends to be a very American manner, but instead all the teams worked together to create what proved to be, in my opinion, the greatest Games ever. If academia is not your forte, sport can also help you realise that you can be good at something which, in turn, raises self-esteem, whilst, for Paralympians in particular, you get to know and admire your body. You are what you are! Given all of the benefits sport can bring to an individual, I encourage our school, Bolton School, to continue on its path of ensuring all pupils have a balanced education that includes sport. Sir Philip Craven (1961-1969) making their way around the village, looking at the Art Gallery and then performing so well in their concert. This year we hosted the National Water Polo finals in Bolton, where we were defending our titles at U15 and U18 level. We brought both titles home, which for the U18 means we have been national champions three years running. In 2016 we have had three Queens Scouts Awards and the group is larger than ever, from Beavers to Explorer Scouts. As we break for the holiday there are language trips to France, Germany and Russia, football and water polo in Holland, bouldering in France and skiing for the Junior School. The OBA has been no less active and there are some exciting plans ahead as we move from the 2016 500th anniversary of the School to the 2020 125th anniversary of the Association. The mentoring programme for Sixth Form students is moving ahead; an innovative scheme for mentoring within the Association for those at university will be launched soon and finally, the ‘Deepening Engagement’ programme, which will look to first find and then engage further with the ‘Wright’ generation – those who left School from 1983 to 2003, will soon begin. As ever, thank you to those of you whose company I have enjoyed this term, or who have written with news, and I look forward to our various events in the coming term. Philip Britton

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THE MAIL BAG A selection of emails and letters received since the last edition of The Bugle was published. Please send in your feedback to the Development Office by post or by email with the subject MAILBAG – there is a Bolton School themed prize for the writer of the Star Letter in each issue!

STAR LETTER Afar and Asunder Dear Editor, rs of School, one of which The latest Bugle listed reminde sang it in 1939, the was the School song. When I first etfully wonder’ had forg and k words ‘When we look bac my idle thoughts tend little or no impact. Even today ’ and ‘Where are they do? to centre on ‘What did they now?’ 1984, my niece, an At the time of my retirement in in JB Priestley’s The ing orm established actor, was perf wife and I went my and h Linden Tree in Scarboroug e on the stage niec my with to see the play. It opened and she was soon as Professor Linden’s daughter spoke his first lines I he As en. joined by Professor Lind Banks (1950-1958) immediately recognised Geoffrey act only twice before though I had seen and heard him was in the Spring in two School plays. The first time wed by Speed the follo ux dea of 1939 in Richard of Bor Plough the year after. of the connection and, At the interval, I told my niece in the bar and spent a after the play, we got together he was on the School very happy hour of recall. Though his life commitment was teaching staff for a short while, him saying, ‘You know to an acting career. I remember butter, but live theatre is radio and TV are my bread and t cream cake’. the indulgence of an extravagan e friends. After that My niece and Geoffrey were clos referred to her as ays alw he season in Scarborough in hospital a few him ed visit ‘my stage daughter’. She ld have known wou I this of e days before his death. Non day out to Scarborough. except for a casually arranged nity for idle wonder in For me at least there is opportu this.

Alan Pearson (1938-1945)

Bolton School Ethos and ‘Extra-Curricular for All’ The recent publication of The Best of Both Worlds: A Portrait of Bolton School has caused me to think back to my time in School. I have found the book an excellent cross-campus and timescale record, of a long and glorious history, which gives proper recognition of the efforts made to include ‘opportunity for all’ as the School’s founding principles, expressed by the 1st Viscount Leverhulme. The publication as a whole caused me to reflect on the brilliant education offered to me, a good but far from brilliant student! I was reasonably successful academically, but I also enjoyed access at School to much more than the exam syllabus. Although inhibited slightly by childhood asthma, I was ‘robustly’ sympathetically encouraged to participate in sports, irrespective of my under-developed talent! (I eventually played two sports for my two university colleges and even won low-level competition medals.) In addition to an active out-of-school set of things to ‘fit in’ by the time I was in my early- and mid-teens, the School also encouraged me with the Aeromodellers’ Club, Russian, Psychology, Art Appreciation, Jazz Appreciation, Metalwork, Technical Drawing, personal Physics projects and work experience. I also did Woodwork ‘out of hours’ between 1957 and 1961 ... it did take me five years to complete a five-foot long coffee table, which I took home (dis-assembled and tied up with string) on the bus when I left in 1962 ... fully assembled, it is now in my lounge! I do not think there could have been a better range at any school in the land. I still remember it with affection. Paul Hodgson (1955-1962)

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SCHOOL NEWS FUN AT PATTERDALE HALL Bring your friends and family for a lovely day out in the Lake District! The School’s adventure learning centre, Patterdale Hall, is holding an Open Day on Sunday 19th June 2016, 10am till 3pm. As well as tours of the building and grounds, there will be a range of displays, taster activities (canoe, kayak, low ropes challenges, archery, orienteering … please bring spare clothes, towel and shoes for water activities if you want to get involved!), fun competitions and, of course, refreshments! Any funds raised will be split between the local Mountain Rescue team and the Friends of Patterdale Hall, the group working to renovate the centre’s accommodation, improve the facilities and restore the gardens to their former glory.

Please let us know if you will be attending so that we can cater accordingly: T: 017684 82233 or E: enquiries@patterdalehall.org.uk

IAN MCKELLEN TAKES TO THE GREAT HALL STAGE Old Boy Sir Ian (1951-1958) returned to School in October to spread Stonewalls’ message among current pupils. He was joined by fellow Old Boy James Edgington (Class of 2002), organiser of the Bolton Pride event. Discussion with Sixth Formers in the McKellen Studio Theatre

After reminiscing about the start of his acting career at School, and delighting the boys with his famous Gandalf line, ‘You shall not pass!’, he turned to the more serious topic of Stonewalls’ work campaigning for equality for lesbian, gay, bi and trans people. He spoke about how hard it can be to be considered different, and emphasised how equality is not about being the same, but rather about being treated the same regardless of the differences between people. There was a lively question-and-answer session, then Sir Ian ended his talk with a message presented via a Shakespeare monologue: he performed a section from

Sir Ian addresses boys in the Great Hall

Sir Thomas More, in which More appeals to the crowd’s humanity and asks them to be compassionate towards the ‘strangers’ they are complaining about, reminding them that under different circumstances they might be the ‘strangers’, and if so they would not want to be treated in this way. Later Sir Ian met with a group of Sixth Form boys in the McKellen Studio Theatre to discuss Stonewall. He also found time to meet with the School Council, which comprises boys in all year groups. It is hoped his visit inspired everyone to work towards creating an even more inclusive and equal environment in the future.

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ROYAL VISIT Bolton’s dismal weather did not deter Bolton School from giving HRH Prince Edward, The Earl of Wessex, a very warm welcome. Although the eagerly anticipated arrival of His Royal Highness by helicopter on to the lacrosse pitch was thwarted by the November rain, his entrance by car a little later than expected was nonetheless greeted enthusiastically by hundreds of pupils and staff waving Union Jack flags. During his visit, Prince Edward learned about the pupils’ volunteering work and chatted to the School’s Duke of Edinburgh participants about their adventures. He showed a genuine interest in the boys and girls and posed a good deal of thoughtful questions. After talking with students and learning a little more about the School, His Royal Highness unveiled a plaque celebrating 100 years of the Bolton School Foundation.

The Tillotson 500 Lecture Series In this special year, a series of lectures has been planned to cover a number of key aspects of School life. The final lecture will be held on Thursday 24th November 2016 and will be given by one of our foremost athletes, Chris Eatough (1986-1990). Chris went on to study Civil Engineering at Clemson University in South Carolina and continued to pursue athletics and sports in equal measure, playing “soccer” for the highly ranked Clemson Tigers team. Towards the end of his time at Clemson, Chris discovered a passion for mountain biking that grew into a full-time career as a professional endurance mountain bike racer on the Trek Factory Team. Chris’ 14-year bike racing saw him compete all over the globe to win six world championships and five national titles in 24-hour solo mountain bike racing. To reserve a place at this or any of the Tillotson Lectures, please contact Jayne Higham in the Boys’ Division School Office on jh3@boltonschool.org or 01204 840201. Further information can also be found here: www.boltonschool100500.org/about/100-500events/500anniversary-events

Eight Pupils Celebrate Oxbridge Offers A grand total of eight Bolton School pupils have been celebrating after receiving offers from the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge! The School provides support to pupils facing the rigours of Oxbridge applications, and this year four Girls’ Division and a matching four Boys’ Division Sixth Formers have been successful in their endeavours. It is a magnificent achievement and huge congratulations go to all eight pupils.

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THE BOLTON SCHOOL WINE COLLECTION To mark the 100/500 anniversaries, the Girls’ Division Parents’ Association has launched The Bolton School Wine Collection, an exclusive wine selection carefully selected in partnership with T Wright Wine of Horwich. There are six wines in the collection, all priced at £9.95 per bottle: a Pinot Grigio, a Sauvignon Blanc, a Chardonnay, a Shiraz, a Merlot and a White Zinfandel. Wines are available by the case (6 bottles) at a discounted price of £56.75 in any bottle combination you would like. Delivery is free (minimum order one case) throughout the Bolton area, and all profits will be donated to the 100 Campaign for Bursaries. For more information please e-mail bsfwines2015@gmail.com or, to place your order, please visit www.twrightwine@co.uk/13030

The Best of Both Worlds: A Portrait of Bolton School To mark the 100th Anniversary of the Foundation of the School, a commemorative publication, titled The Best of Both Worlds, has been published. The Best of Both Worlds tells for the first time the interwoven story of two Schools which share a common vision and heritage, and a single remarkable site. Beautifully illustrated, with both newly commissioned and archive photography, the book charts the evolution of the Bolton School Foundation since its endowment by Lord Leverhulme in 1915 and shows how it remains true to his founding ethos of opportunity for all – regardless of means, background or gender. Featuring personal accounts by teachers and Alumni of both Divisions, the book explores daily life at the School, its grounding in the local community, and adventures at Cautley, Patterdale and beyond. The Best of Both Worlds is priced at £45, and you can purchase a copy either online at the School Merchandise store, at www.boltonschoolmerchandise.org, or in School, from the Development Office.

Remembered with Honour To visit Bolton School is to visit the future, the present and the past. The future lies with the present pupils and the past remembered with honour. The evolving display in the entrance of the Riley Centre focuses our thoughts on World War One. Each poppy added over the next four years commemorates the The poppy one hundredth anniversary of the display in the entrance of the personal sacrifice that the men of Riley Centre Bolton School gave during the First World War. Drawing on the research contained within Eric McPherson’s book, Remembered With Honour: the Old Boys and Staff of Bolton School Who Died In Two World Wars, the display tells the individual stories of those service men. Dr Brian Hall has kindly loaned us his World War One artefacts. These moving accounts are also available to read on Twitter @BSrememberance. “We will remember them” Mags Ryder (Boys’ Division Staff)

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THE 100 CAMPAIGN FOR BURSARIES On 1st April 1915, Lord Leverhulme formally created the Bolton School Foundation at our magnificent Chorley New Road site. Since this extraordinary act of generosity, the School has striven to uphold Lord Leverhulme’s founding ethos of an excellent education, open to all, irrespective of financial means. To celebrate the School’s centenary, in 2015 we launched the 100 Campaign for Bursaries to go back to our roots and make open access a genuine reality. The campaign aims to provide a step change in our Bursary Fund so that no child has to miss out on a Bolton School education because his or her family cannot afford it. In the 2014-15 academic year, the School raised £1.52 million for the 100 Campaign, around half of which was donated by Old Boys and Old Girls. These gifts were made in a number of different ways: •

Almost £110,000 was given by 442 donors, who made regular gifts ranging from £5 to £50 a month, enough for 10 pupils to enter Year 7 on full bursaries this year;

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Just over £145,000 was received in share gifts,

enough to fund full bursary places for 13 Sixth Form pupils this year; •

We received £213,000 posthumously, 84% of which came from Former Staff members who chose to remember the School in their wills, enough to fund almost 20 Senior School pupils’ fees in full this year.

This generosity has enabled the School to spend £2.5m on bursary provision during the 2014-15 academic year, supporting 335 pupils – one in every five members of the two Senior Schools. Thank you, sincerely, to all those who have supported the 100 Campaign so far. A Bolton School bursary can change the trajectory of a child’s life forever. Yet for every bursary place awarded, another child who has proven their ability in the entrance assessments is denied a place at the School. The 100 Campaign’s long-term aim is to tackle this problem by raising enough funds to provide genuine open access, growing the Bursary Fund to a level where financial support can be offered to one in every three pupils. If you feel this is a worthwhile ambition, please consider supporting the School and giving to the 100 Campaign in whatever way you can.

THE POWER OF A BURSARY PLACE “More than a decade ago, I was awarded a bursary to study at Bolton School. Without question, the seven happy and productive years I spent there were fundamental to my development as a professional and as an individual. It is my conviction that every child should have the ultimate avenue to social mobility, education, made open to them. It is for this reason I am proud to donate regularly to the Bursary Fund, and would implore other Old Boys and Old Girls to do the same.” Toryn Dalton (Class of 2010)

DONATING FROM OUTSIDE THE UK If you live abroad and would like to support the School you are able to do so tax efficiently.

helps to make grants to educational, scientific and literary institutions in the British Commonwealth without charging fees or commissions of any kind.

If you live in Europe and would like to make a tax-efficient donation to the School please contact your local TGE partner listed on the TGE website, www.transnationalgiving.eu.

To make a donation please download a donor transmittal form from www.bsuf.org and forward to the BSUF, along with a cheque made payable to them. Please also advise the Development Office of your gift.

If you live in the US and would like to make a tax deductible donation to School, you can by forwarding your donation to the British Schools and Universities Foundation Inc. (BSUF). The BSUF aims to strengthen Anglo-American relations and

We are delighted to keep in touch with so many Alumni across the globe. Thank you to all of our world-wide donors – it is heart-warming to have your support from afar and we are so grateful for your generosity.

If you would like to support the 100 Campaign for Bursaries, please contact the Development Office on 01204 434718, or by emailing development@boltonschool.org

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OLD BOYS’ FEATURES A LIFE IN FILM Old Boy Barney Pilling (Class of 1991) is a Bafta and Oscar-nominated TV and Film Editor, whose most recent works include The Grand Budapest Hotel and Suffragette. In May 2015, he returned to the Boys’ Division to spend a day working with pupils on a variety of projects, sharing his experiences of working in the world of film and TV. We spoke to him afterwards to learn more about his memories of School and the realities of a life working in film.

Barney receiving the American Cinema Editors ‘’EDDIE’’ Award for Best Editing, Comedy or Musical, 2015

Barney planning pick-up shots with Dustin Hoffman on the set of Quartet, 2012

During my time at School, the subjects I enjoyed the most were English Literature, Art and History by quite some distance: I was not interested in, and therefore not adept at, the sciences at all, but studying human behaviour over the centuries in History and human emotion over the ages in English and Art was a real joy. These subjects also had so much scope for creativity and imagination, traits which define me still to this day. Mel Shewan was, without question, the key to this for me at School. His irreverent approach, the variety in his lessons, the texts and indeed sometimes films he chose for us to study created such an engaging education, for which I’m incredibly grateful. Casper Joseph (whom I had the great pleasure of meeting again when I visited School recently) also played a huge part in my education, not least because to this day his film studies module remains the only formal education that I have received in my chosen field! Caspar really related to us as young men in our latter years at School and really helped with the transition into maturity. After leaving School, I attempted University degrees on two occasions: firstly English Literature at Keele, then Law at Liverpool University. I didn’t last more than six months in either case – It became pretty clear that Higher Education wasn’t for me at that stage. Several years after leaving School, I moved to Canada for a while and studied Recording Arts Management at The Harris Institute for the Arts. This acted as a short foundation course for a career in the entertainment business I suppose, but I’ve been largely auto-didactic since Bolton School. When I returned from Canada, I began upon a long, hard and winding path from the bottom rung in the film industry. To start with, I worked for no pay at the Manchester Film Office which led to a job as a runner on a series called City Central. After many months of making tea, photocopying scripts and picking up cigarette ends

(among many menial and unglamorous tasks), I finally got a job as an assistant in the editing room, which is where I wanted to be. I’d been dabbling in making music and DJ’ing with computers for some time by then and that really helped my progress in the digital media environment. Lucky breaks, smart project choices and incredibly long hours did the rest, and I went on to work on TV series such as Spooks and Life on Mars, before progressing to cinema, and films such as An Education, Never Let Me Go and One Day. When I’m editing a film, the job is comprised of three very distinct and different phases. The first occurs when the film is actually being shot (it usually takes about ten weeks), when I’m effectively on my own. I receive all the filmed footage from the day before and spend the day watching it, becoming intimate with all the different shots and performance options, and then finally assembling the shots into scenes and subsequently the scenes into the film. I add temporary atmospheres, sound effects, music and maybe even spend a little time compositing simple visual effects if required to bring the filmed footage to life and create a first, approximate version of the film as scripted. The second phase is spent working closely with the Director. Once filming is finished, we screen the film as I’ve put it together and then spend the next 15-20 weeks fine tuning it, experimenting, re-arranging and so on until we both feel it’s as good as it can be. Towards the end of this phase, executive producers, test screenings and financiers can also have an increased influence on what we do to the film. The third phase involves finalising the actual product. Thus far we will have been using compressed images and temporary sound. Once the film is ‘locked’ and everyone is satisfied that we have told the story as well as can be, the film is prepared for release by a new team of highly specialised technicians and artists. I then become more of a supervisor or custodian of the director’s vision, as we record the score with a composer, upgrade the images with colour correction, complete visual effects and then mix the audio tracks in a large dubbing theatre. I’ve always been a huge film fan, so I’d have to cite the films, directors and actors that inspired me and fired my imagination in those formative years as the biggest influence on my career choice: Star Wars, primarily! But Spielberg, Ridley Scott, Oliver Stone and The Coen Brothers all played a big part. Editing The Grand Budapest Hotel is the film that I consider my greatest career achievement to date; working with Wes Anderson was a huge privilege. I’ve been a fan of his for years so to reach the point in my career where one of my heroes asks me to come and do a job for them was special. I’m also incredibly proud of it - it’s a beautiful piece of art, as well as a film, so to have played a part in that creativity was supremely rewarding. When I consider the fact that Bolton School is the only formal education that I have received, it has helped my career a considerable amount - probably more than most! Besides the academic grounding though, the extra-curricular aspects of Bolton School were equally as valuable. Month-long Scout camps, singing in the choir in beautiful cathedrals, playing with the same group of pals in the rugby team for six years, visiting Russia before the Berlin Wall came down and so on. All wonderful, formative and character defining stuff that have given me a bed of belief and confidence to go out there and achieve.

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CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS Uniformed Services Dinner - Friday 13th March 2015

Trevor Pledger (Director of Partnerships) and Irfan Ravat (1992-1999, Vice President of the Old Boltonians’ Association)

Eric Forsyth (1943-1950) and Student Georgio Adamopoulos

Jim Doherty, Huw Dixon (1983-1994) and Lieutenant Commander James Hancock (1987-1994)

Group Captain Mark Northover (1977-1984) and Kathleen Northover

Sarah Threadgold and Guest Speaker, Major General Stuart R Skeates, CBE

Student Alice Delaney, Thomas Chia (2004-2015), Michael Evans (1988-1995), student Victoria Jolley, Tom Howarth (2008-2015) and student Charlotte Fielding

Centenary Dinner - Friday 17th April 2015

Lieutenant Colonel Miles Hayman

Sports Reunion & Dinner Saturday 4th July 2015

Jess Melling (2008-2015), Philip Britton (Headmaster), Michael Griffiths (1958-1965), Sue Hincks (Headmistress) and Paul Greenhalgh (2001-2015)

David Gilbert (1991-1998), Alastair Hall Roger Milne (Class of 1976), Richard Washington (1986-1993), Kerris Milne, (1993-2000) and Daniel Hubberstey Keith Washington (1953-1963) and (1990-2000) David Shoesmith (1974-1984)

Rebecca Seddon (née Good, 1967-1974) and David Seddon (1960-1971)

The Right Honourable Lord Justice Ernest Ryder TD DL (Class of 1976) and Lady Janette Ryder

Phil Riding (1965-1978) and Jon Twist (1982-1992)

Tina Leather, Peter Leather (1973-1980, Vice-President of the Old Boltonians’ Association) and Roger Gould (1948-1958)

Elaine Greenhalgh (1974-1981), Paul Greenhalgh (2001-2015) and John Greenhalgh (1964-1972)

Keith Riley (1971-1979), Janet Riley (née Holden, 1974-1981), Ginni Riley and Ian Riley (1974-1981)

Andrew Keat (Class of 2014), James Barker (Class of 2014) and student Oliver Rhodes

Oli Relph (2001-2008), Kieran Pun (2000-2007), Bradley Cliff (1998-2008), Victoria Howarth (1994-2007) and Jonathan Smith (2001-2008)

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Grand Reunion - Saturday 26th September 2015

1968 Leavers: Back Row: Suzy Robson (née Roberts), Pam Cross (née Ashcroft), Mick Hancock and Barry Lomax Front Row: Pete Labbett, Barry Young, Steve Gorski and Jennifer Gorski (née Smith)

Fred Gee (1945-1954) reminisces at the piano in the Great Hall

Russell Fairless (1962-1969), Oliver Seymour (1955-1968), Clive Jones (1955-1969), Nick Lewis (1958-1967), Ian Galloway (1959-1969) and Mark Doel (1962-1969)

Jan Doel (née Francis, 1962-1969) and Mark Doel (1962-1969) on the stage of the Girls’ Division Theatre where they first met in January 1968!

Back Row: Peter Rothwell (1955-1963), Robin Magee (1953-1964), Glenn Sutton (1956-1963), Richard Lowe (1952-1962), John Shuttleworth (1956-1963), Steve Ramsden (1956-1963), Ted Wood (1956-1963), Peter Smith (1956-1964) and Alex Dickinson (1957-1964) Middle Row: Alan Nimmey (Class of 1963), David Brookes (1950-1961), Peter Nightingale (1953-1961), David Gregory (1953-1963), Tony Castledine (1956-1964), Tom Bamber (1953-1963) and John Wright (1953-1963) Front Row: Keith Washington (1953-1963), Phil Westhead (1955-1962), Alan Brookes (Class of 1963) and Allan Gibson (1957-1964)

Harry Lane (1956-1964) wearing his old School blazer!

1990 Leavers: Justin Steed, Gareth Mawdesley, Ben Williams, David Walmsley, Martin Ashton and Will Morlidge

Brian Smith (1939-1946), Cedric Parry (1942-1949), Derek Leather (1935-1948), Alexander Gordon (1932-1939), Kenneth Lee (1935-1940) and Harold Rothera (1939-1947)

John Whitaker (1970-1983), Andrew Whittle (1977-1984), Paul Westerman (1973-1980), Andy Openshaw (1975-1984), David Whitehead (1970-1980), Peter Leather (1973-1980) and Andrew Rea (1976-1983)

Brian Aldred (1945-1953), David Lowe (1944-1954), Alan Hardy (1946-1954), David Gee (1948-1954), Fred Gee (1945-1954) and Mike Berry (1949-1954)

1993 Leavers: Neil Sarkar, Paul Ainsworth, William Young and Andrew Walker

1952 Leavers: Geoffrey Mort, Neville Matthew, Mike Gerrard, Peter Tonge and Mike Holland

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BOLTON SCHOOL, 1915-2015 1921

1st April 1915

Fee support is offered to pupils

William Hesketh Lever joins together the Girls’ High School and the Grammar School to create the Bolton School Foundation, on Chorley New Road. The New Lever Trust is set up and a new joint Governing Body, with separate committees for each Division, is created.

School fees increase to £18 p.a. after the Great War - to keep it affordable, £11 p.a. of fee support is offered to pupils (an early form of the Direct Grant funded by the Bolton Education Committee and Board of Education)

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1923

Lord Leverhulme becomes Mayor of Bolton

1950s

Bolton School cricketers defeat Manchester Grammar School!

The Boys’ Division Tuck Shop

1949

Philip Lever inherits his father’s titles, becoming the Third Viscount Leverhulme

1945

1944

Some members of the School’s “Pig Club” - a measure against wartime food shortages

1956

of the “Direct Grant School”

The 1944 Education Act created 179 direct grant grammar schools in England, which took between one quarter and one half of their pupils from the state system, and the rest from fee-paying parents.

The Whole School Orchestra and Choir with PA Stevens, Boys’ Division Music Master

Grammar schools were intended to teach an academic curriculum to the most intellectually able 25 per cent of the school population as selected by the eleven plus examination.

1957

A young Ian McKellen stars as Henry V, pictured here on the Headmaster’s Lawn

The Bolton School Foundation was granted recognition as a Direct Grant School in November 1945.

1958

Boys’ Division Chemistry Block opens

1956- The Whole School Orchestra and Choir with PA Stevens, Boys’ Division Music Master

1955

1965

Fred Lever Tillotson celebrates 50 years as a Governor, marking the occasion with the gift of a cricket pavilion, pictured here, in use, 55 years later

The North wings of the main buildings are completed

1958

1990

Pupils perform the first ever joint School production, Shakespeare’s Macbeth

Philip Bryce Lever, Third Viscount Leverhulme, retires as School’s Chairman of Governors

1957- a young Ian McKellen stars as Henry V , pictured here on the Headmaster’s Lawn

Old Boltonian Sir Harry Kroto wins the Nobel Prize for Chemistry

1996

1993

Old Boltonian Sir Harry Kroto wins the Nobel Prize for Chemistry

The Arts Centre is completed Princess Diana visits School to perform the official opening

1990

1 in every 4 pupils receives financial support via the Assisted Places Scheme

1986

Computers arrive in the Boys’ Division Sir Harry attended Bolton School from 1950 to 1958. He was given the prize as a co -discoverer of C60 a new carbon form. This form was named as Buckminster fullerene. Kroto also studied the electron spectroscopy of free radicals, fullerene chemistry, molecular structure of carbon vapor and multiple bond molecule design.

1999

The Hon Lady Jane Heber-Percy, great-granddaughter of the First Lord Leverhulme, joins the Governing Body

1998

Boys’ Division Water Polo players are crowned National Champions

Bolton School Nursery opens

2003

Mr Brooker is appointed Headmaster of the Boys’ Division

1998- Boys’ Division Water Polo players are crowned National Champions

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In 2015, we celebrated the centenary of Lord Leverhulme’s foundation of the School as we know it today. To commemorate this auspicious anniversary, a timeline has been produced, detailing the last 100 years of the School’s history; a special Boys’ Division edition is re-printed below.

1924

Mr Percival is appointed Headmaster of the Boys’ Division

May 7th 1925

The Boys’ Division Great Hall is completed

Pupils work in summer agricultural camps to assist the war effort

Teacher ‘Pip’ Porter at the entrance to an Air Raid Shelter in Boys’ Division Quad

1942- Teacher ‘Pip’ Porter at the entrance to an Air Raid Shelter in Boys’ Division Quad

1933

Cricket Captain Derek Fairclough scores over 1,000 runs, taking 64 wickets in 24 innings

1933

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1942

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1930

“So much of what he did, and was, will still live on, and none can tell the far-reaching effects of all he has done.” WG Lipscombe, former Headmaster

hool defeat r School!

1939

Junior Boys move into the building on Park Road, formerly occupied by the Bolton High School for Girls

Mr Poskitt is appointed Headmaster of the Boys’ Division

1941

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Scout Camps continued throughout the war years

1970

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Trek Campers venture across the Iron Curtain to Russia with Butch Ingham

1966 School is given Cautley, the country house in Sedbergh, Cumbria, which was used to give pupils access to outdoor pursuits

1965

he main mpleted

1966

Mr Baggley is appointed Headmaster of the Boys’ Division

1970

1 in every 3 pupils receives financial support for fees via the Direct Grant Scheme

1983

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Mr Wright is appointed Headmaster of the Boys’ Division

1986

Construction of the Sports Hall

Nigel Short, later to become a Grand Master, plays simultaneous chess against fellow pupils

2009

1986

Comprehensive vs Independence: Bolton School becomes an independent school

1975-76

1980

1984

The Leverhulme Pavilion is constructed

1976

School launches a fundraising campaign to find fee support for new pupils

The new Beech House opens for our infants

rrive in Division

2008

Mr Britton is appointed Headmaster of the Boys’ Division

2012

Boys’ Division cricketers become National Champions

2013

2014- School buys Patterdale Hall, an outdoor pursuits centre in the Lake District, after leasing it for 20 years

The Riley Centre opens, thanks to the generosity of our benefactors, housing our Sixth Formers and main School reception

2014

2007

Staff and pupils finish building Tenacity of Bolton, the School ketch

School buys Patterdale Hall, an outdoor pursuits centre in the Lake District, after leasing it for 20 years

2015

School celebrates the Centenary of The Bolton School Foundation, marking the occasion by launching the 100 Campaign for Bursaries to re-establish genuine open-access on Chorley New Road.

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INSPIRING THE NEXT G Old Boys studying and working in a variety of professions continue to offer their assistance to the current generation of Bolton School boys, sharing professional expertise and offering guidance. Also in September, Dr Alexander Brodie (1989-1996) returned to School to talk to Year 11 boys about the subject of Men’s Health. Dr Brodie studied Medicine at Nottingham University after leaving School, and now practises as a GP Partner in Hucknall, near Nottingham.

Mike speaks to the Great Hall via video-link

Alumni Lectures In September, as part of the School’s SPACE Programme, Year 13 pupils received careers advice from Michael Yates (1986-1993) via a live video-link with Hong-Kong, where Michael lives and works. After leaving School, Michael studied Political Science at Newcastle University before joining Procter & Gamble (P&G), working in London. In 2006, Michael moved to Singapore, and has since worked in Kiev, Frankfurt and Johannesburg. He has remained with P&G throughout his career and is currently Vice President: Market Strategy and Planning Greater China, and Managing Director: Taiwan and Hong Kong. Mike talked the boys through his career path to date, relating his experience of setting up a small business during the university holidays with a group of fellow students and how this experience led him to consider sales and marketing as a career. He went on to explain what qualities and skills companies are looking for when they recruit graduates, before opening the floor to questions from those gathered. Of his lecture, Mike commented: “I don’t think you realise what Bolton School has taught you until a few years after you leave. For me, it gave me the confidence and grounding to believe in myself and to value the people I worked with. I really enjoyed talking to the boys, and only wish it could have been face-toface!”

Alex’s talk was tailored to focus on the health issues faced by men, with particular focus on trauma, particularly car and sports accidents, prostate cancer, mental illness with mention of alcohol abuse, and heart disease. He taught the boys about the biggest killers of men in the UK and of young men of their own age, going on to discuss how men often delay seeking medical assistance until they feel something is seriously wrong, and the importance of diagnosing illnesses in their early stages. Following his visit to School, Alex told us: “I would encourage those pupils with an interest in a career in medicine to do their homework first and to try and get some form of practical experience, which I gather can be harder to sort out these days than it used Alex talks to Year 11 pupils in his session to be. I really did enjoy coming to School to talk to the boys about Men’s Health - they seemed genuinely interested in what I had to say”.

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T GENERATION The Development Office and the Careers Department have been delighted to work together to welcome these Alumni back to School for the benefit of pupils throughout the Divisions.

Technology Visit In October, Old Boy and entrepreneur Rob Dobson (1972-1985) spent the afternoon with Technology pupils in the Boys’ Division, discussing with them the inventions and projects they are currently working on, either as part of their exam coursework or in their free time. After leaving School, Rob read Electronic Engineering at the University of Southampton, before founding Actix, an industry-leading supplier of wireless network management and optimisation software for mobile phone networks, in 1990, where he remained as CEO until 2005. He is now an entrepreneur and investor with a keen interest in computer software.

Modern Foreign Languages Day In November, the School hosted its annual Modern Foreign Languages Day, attended by over 100 (l-r) Alex Waudby, Matthew Proudman, Year 11 pupils Riccardo Manfredi and Daniel Keenan from both at the MFL Day Divisions and local secondary schools. Pupils listened to a keynote speech from the University of Manchester’s Sonja Bernhard, before attending a number of workshops conducted in languages as diverse as French, German, Russian, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin and Arabic. Four Old Boy MFL graduates, Alex Waudby (Class of 2005), Matthew Proudman (2004-2011), Riccardo Manfredi (Class of 2011) and Dan Keenan (2004-2011) brought the event to a conclusion by leading a panel discussion where they explained their experiences at university and beyond.

During his visit, Rob offered the boys guidance on getting ahead in the highly competitive technology sector, as well as advice on obtaining investment and manufacturing prototypes. Of his visit to School, Rob told us: “I really enjoyed my return to Bolton School. Amongst a number of highlights I particularly enjoyed talking to Rob talks with Technology pupils Mr Britton about physics and standing in the old woodwork room talking to the boys about their fantastic technology projects. The latter was particularly poignant as I always enjoyed woodwork classes with Mr Sefton and the location brought back memories of the beautiful harpsichord he made”.

FREEMASONRY The Old Boltonians’ Masonic Lodge, No 5814, meets regularly in the Senior Library at School throughout the year. In line with the charitable intentions of the society, each year the Lodge provides support to both Divisions of Bolton School, in the form of pupil Bursaries and Scholarships. Whilst membership of the Lodge has been opened up to other Freemasons, the majority of its members are Old Boltonians, providing a unique way of keeping in touch with fellow Old Boys. Members range in age from their 20s to their 80s, providing friendship to fellow Masons of all generations. If you would like to hear more, please contact David Poppitt, the Lodge Secretary. E: DPoppitt@aol.com T: 07785 728700

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EVENTS OLD BOLTONIANS’ ANNUAL DINNER During a period of heavy, persistent rain, when at least one of our diners was stranded in Kendal, the Arts Centre was Jon Twist (1982-1992) and Trevor Pledger bright and (Boys’ Division Staff) welcoming, the food appetising and the service excellent. The Reverend David Allen included two prayers in his grace, one of which we often heard in morning assembly, confirming the importance in our lives of “truth and loyalty, fair play and generosity”. In proposing the toast to the Association, our President, Sir Philip Craven, emphasised trust, unity and friendship as features of his life and relationships in sport, finally quoting maxims current under the Chinese Sun Dynasty of 600 AD: truth, respect, suppression of self-interest and the relevance of a balanced education. We counted ourselves fortunate that in our five-hundredth year, Sir Philip, Olympian and now Chairman of the committee concerned with the Olympics and education, was able to be with us. He spoke of his life at School, paying particular tribute to George Lancashire (Former Boys’ Division Staff 19431983) for the academic lead he gave. At Manchester University, as at School, sport was a major activity for him. The reflections in his speech were the result of his long involvement. Skills in communication and decision-making were essential to the success of the 2012 London Olympic Games. A later meeting with President Putin underlined for Sir Philip the importance of trust between organisers and leaders. Now as Chairman of his committee he values the development of these qualities in schools and conversation with the current Captain and his Deputies, present at the dinner, convinced him that Bolton School has got it right.

The Headmaster entertained us with comments on life in the School during a year which has included memorable reunions and the publication of The Best of Both Worlds. Academic achievement was good and achievement in sport often outstanding. There was continuity, as Sir Philip Craven (1961-1968, described by Sir Philip, Chairman of the Old Boltonians’ between School and Association) and Norman the world beyond. A Fletcher (1961-1968) recent pupil has played first-class cricket and in football the Old Boltonians First X1 were top in their Premier Division and won the League Cup. Camps and Journeys, as ever, are a feature of School life important to character. The role of Patterdale Hall continues to develop and the Head assured us that, despite Lake District floods, the Hall was secure and the just visible ridge tiles of the boat houses were in pristine condition. The Hall was not our only concern. The recent financial problems of Bolton Wanderers FC were the subject of many exchanges and an extension of the evening’s sporting theme. Forty Years On was a further variation. We are again Girinath Nandakumar (Vice-Captain), grateful Chris Pantalides (School Captain) and to David Peter Roberts (Vice-Captain) Lowe who accompanied the traditional songs which bring the formal dinner to its end. Now old friends could circulate, celebrating a successful presidential year and looking forward to the next.

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REUNION FOR THE LEAVERS OF 1966, 1976, 1986, 1996 AND 2006 On Saturday 23rd April, between 11.30am and 4.30pm, we will be holding a Reunion at Bolton School for the Classes of 1966, 1976, 1986, 1996 and 2006, and former staff. Throughout the day there will be the opportunity to reunite with old School friends, take a self-led or guided tour of the School and enjoy a traditional School lunch once again! Before leaving you can enjoy a farewell drink with your former classmates and members of staff.

You will also receive a memento of your day and there will be the chance to purchase School merchandise. Tickets cost £15 per person, or £5 for under 12s. Come and reminisce with fellow classmates, chat with former members of staff and share photos from your School days! For further information or to book a place please email development@boltonschool.org or call 01204 434718.

HELP US TO FIND LOST ALUMNI Inevitably we have lost touch with a number of former pupils. You will find the missing lists from each of the year groups attending on our microsite: http://boltonschool100500.org. If you are in touch with anyone on these lists, please encourage them to come along or to get in touch with us directly. We would love to hear from them!

FORTHCOMING EVENTS

SAVE THE DATE! The next Old Boys’ lunch, to be held with the AGM, will take place on Monday 9th May 2016 at 12 noon in the Arts Centre. Join us at the next Scottish Dinner on Friday 6th May 2016 at the University of Edinburgh and the Cumbria Dinner on Friday 17th June at the Lindeth Howe Hotel.

CENTENARY BALL Old Boys are warmly invited to join fellow Alumni, Parents, Staff past and present and other Friends of the School in toasting the end of the anniversary celebrations in style at the Centenary Ball, to be held on Saturday 25th June 2016 at the Macron Stadium, Premier Suite, in Bolton. Tickets are now on sale, priced at £55 or £500 for a table of ten. Contact the Development Office to book your place, or book online at www.boltonschool100500.org. A number of corporate sponsorship opportunities are also available. Please contact the Development Office for more information.

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PHOTO WALL Bristol Dinner The Grand by Thistle - Friday 16th October 2015

Since the Autumn 2015 edition of The Bugle we have held Alumni events across the country, including regional dinners in Bristol, Oxford, and Cambridge, as well as University Drinks in Durham. Here are a selection of photos from these events.

“Always good to meet with Old Boys and Old Girls, have good conversation and recount experiences across different generations.” Nick Battersby (1971-1978)

Andrew Watson (1953-1964), Alex Waudby (2005-2012), Charlie Hathersall-Thomas (2005-2011), Irfan Ravat (1992-1999, Vice-President of the Old Boltonians’ Association), Nick Battersby (1971-1978), Roger Morgan (Class of 1975)

“My first Alumni Dinner! Fantastic to meet so many Old Bolts. Fantastic company and conversation. Looking forward to the next one already.”

Mike Pr (née Oxley, 1945 iestley (1944-1953), Patricia Pr ies -1953) and Malco lm Menzie (1946 tley -1952)

Charlie Hothersall-Thomas (2005-2011)

Oxford Dinner Balliol College - Friday 6th November 2015

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“Great to come back to Oxford and hear about a school that I remember so fondly and that provided me with all of the opportunities that I could have asked for.”

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“Great fun and a wonderful evening spent with friends old and new”

Chris Fairweather (1999-2009)

Roger Smith (1972-1979)

Thomas Harrison (20 David Griffiths (2001- 06-2008), 20 David Robinson (20 09) and 06-2008)

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University Drinks - Durham

Dr Reeson and Ja ck Gilmore (Clas s of 2013)

Friday 13th November 2015 “A great gathering with many memories of times past and thoughts of years to come for School” Graham Chesters (Class of 1957)

Cambridge Dinner Downing College - Friday 5th February

05-2015) nson (20 Alex Joh ce (2006-2015) ), 15 0 -2 2 n 0 hokia (20 d Alexander Lawre Shyam D an

Elaine Greenhalgh (19 74-1981), Paul Greenhalgh (20 01-2015) and John Greenhalgh (19 64-1972) Stan Webster (19571964) and Philip Britto n,

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y Acton, Charles Winder Peter Acton (1964-1971), Lesle -1999) and Mary (Former Boys’ Division Staff, 1964 Staff, 1976-1986) Winder (Former Girls’ Division

Leavers 2014 and 2015

“My first Alumni Dinner – a very relaxing evening in fine company. I look forward to next year!” Paul Greenhalgh (2001-2015)

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SPORTS WET WET WET

As the mid-January snow cover eventually melts into the soaked ground, we contemplate some actual competitive football after one match since November. We do, of course, have nothing but soggy memories to judge just how bad a winter this has been … suffice it to say that the club has now played half its league fixtures but only nine in the last ninety days. Nonetheless, every team’s season has at least started – you may recall August, September and October were clement indeed. Double holders, the first eleven are on a fine run in the league – new challengers this year, Failsworth Dynamos, are two points behind us; the squad is as strong as last year; one blip, coming in a LFA cup defeat, will be a blessing in disguise as fixture pressure mounts in our bid to keep hold of both trophies. The reserves playing in the third tier this year struggled initially to settle with several new bodies (no wins in first five) but have dropped just 3 points out the next 30 and were playing some neat tight football avant le deluge. Irregular availability of current A and B teamers plus some departures and few arrivals meant the continued existence of a fourth Saturday team was in jeopardy. This problem has been overcome – whilst the A team have a 33% record so far, the B team have always turned out at least 11 players but have won just once and are effectively bottom of their league. The vets, at least, seem well stocked, but facing the biggest backlog, will need all capable! The pitches are in great shape – hardly used of course – the grass has scarcely stopped growing! The finances are strong; the Black & White Ball, another roaring success, helped there. The real threat to the club in its present form is on the playing front – at least half the first team squad are over 30 and, as suggested, numbers are low elsewhere.

More than ever before, the Committee is committed throughout 2016 to attract more players, especially 25s and under. The plea goes out for any Old Boys wanting to play good quality eleven-a-side football. If you are returning to the area or know of anyone who fits the bill, please contact us via the website at www.oldbolts.co.uk.

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OLD BOLTONIANS’ GOLF SOCIETY REPORT Spring 2016 It seems to have been a long wet winter after a dry autumn and golf has probably been a long way from most of our thoughts. I have decided, as is usual, to use this report to update players on the fixtures for the upcoming season. Please note the dates in your diaries and please try to make time to come and play. The Gwynne Jones Goblets, our end of season foursomes scheduled for October last year at Bolton Golf Club, had to be cancelled. I would like to ask all members to note the date of Sunday 3rd April for the 2016 event. A meal and the AGM will follow the golf, again the cost of golf and dinner will be in the order of £30. We also need to appoint a Captain for 2016 and present the Rosebowl prizes for 2015. Please try to find time to play - I wish all enthusiasts a successful golfing season. If you have any comments or queries, please be in touch using norman.fletcher@pga.org.uk. The annual match play event, The Rosebowl, will begin in April and by the time you read this you should have had an entry form for the event. If not, and you would like to play – the commitment is one game of golf per month if you keep winning! – then please email me an entry. The event is a chance to meet fellow golfing Old Bolts at little cost. The society will again enter a team in the Grafton Morrish Trophy, the finals are at Hunstanton and Brancaster between 6th–8th October 2016. However, before that we have to qualify successfully and our date is Sunday 15th May at Huddersfield Golf Club. Mark Millhouse, as Team Captain, will be in touch, but lower handicap members should please note the dates. I have been approached by the Lancashire Old Boys’ Association Golf Society (LOBAGS) about their annual team event, being held at Fairhaven Golf Club on Wednesday 15th June. The Old Boltonians are becoming regular competitors in this event, and we need a team of five, with four scores to count. The cost of the day should be about £35 for golf and prizes at a Championship venue. If you would like to play, please let me know and we will try to put at least one team together. It should be an excellent day at a first-class course. I will send out further details and an entry form nearer the date. The society’s two main events have also been confirmed. The Taylor Trophy, an individual medal, will be held at Bolton Golf Club on Wednesday 8th June. We have the tee reserved between 4-5pm with a meal to follow the golf. The entry fee will be £30 (£15 for under 25s) and I would encourage everyone to try and play – I have booked a beautiful summer evening! Norman FIetcher (1961-1969) - Golf Secretary

Bursary Golf Day 2016 The annual Bursary Golf Day is being held on Thursday 22nd September 2016 at Bolton Golf Club, and is open to all Old Boys who would like to enter a team of four. Last year, the event raised over £4,000 for the School Bursary Fund. It is hoped that the 2016 event will raise even more funds for this worthy cause – and that the sunshine enjoyed in the past two years will be repeated! The Golf Day is always an enjoyable day out, with lunch beforehand and a carvery dinner served at the 19th Hole after the golf itself. Book before 30th April 2016 to secure a discounted price of £400 per team of four. Bookings made after this date will cost £500 per team. SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES ALSO AVAILABLE! If you would like to enter a team, please contact the Development Office.

Save the Date! Sunday 11th September 2016

ISFA U18 Sixes National Final School 1st XI will compete in the annual ISFA U18 6-a-side competition. The event is being staged at Bolton School as part of the 100 500 Year celebrations in recognition of the contribution to ISFA by Bolton School. The Headmaster cordially invites all Old Boltonians to join us at this prestigious event. Further details will be available on the School website nearer the time. Prior notice of attendance is not required.

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OLD BOYS’ NEWS If you would like to get in touch with any of the Old Boys featured – or any other Old Boltonian – please contact the Development Office.

Class of 1940-1949

Class of 1950-1959

Ronald Edge (1939-1947) Ron, a staunch Unitarian, and his colleague Charlie Poole, an ardent Catholic, have recently had their book God Yes or No? published. In the book, Ron and Charlie debate the traditional tenets of Christian faith, asking questions such as ‘Can science and religion ever communicate?’ and ‘Can faith and scepticism argue their positions while retaining respect for their opponent?’ Both authors have a background in physics which influences how they answer the fundamental questions of human existence.

Geoffrey Robinshaw (1948-1954) Geoff retired from the Civil Service in 1998, having spent the previous eight years as British Consul and Deputy Director of the UK Trade and Investment Office at the British Consulate-General in New York. He was previously based in the Department of Trade and Industry offices in Whitehall, and for several years at the British Consulate-General in Hamburg, dealing with international trade policy and promotion activities. He has also spent very many, frequently frustrating, hours in the committee rooms of Brussels and the OECD in Paris!

Irving Wardle (Class of 1947) In December 2015, Irving travelled to New York for the centennial tribute concert for another Old Boltonian, Eric Russell Bentley. Eric was at Bolton School in the mid-1930s, was taught at Oxford by CS Lewis, and emigrated to the US in 1939. He had a career of great distinction there as a lecturer and teacher at several universities (including his tenure as Brander Matthews Professor of Dramatic Literature at Columbia), as a translator of the plays and poetry of Bertolt Brecht, with whom he worked during Brecht’s US exile, as the editor of many paperback editions of modern European drama, as the author of two classic books, The Playwright as Thinker and The Life of the Drama, as a singer of his own translations to the music of Kurt Weill and Hanns Eisler, and as the founder of the political cabaret, the DMZ. The tribute concert took place at the Town Hall Theatre on W 44th Street, and consisted of performances of Eisler-Brecht songs in Bentley’s translation, and Darius Milhaud’s settings of the songs from Brecht’s Mother Courage, also in Bentley’s translation. There were also speeches in his honour from members of the theatre/academic community including Auden’s literary executor, Edward Mendelson, the Shakespeare scholar James Shapiro, the playwright Tony Kushner and the actor/ playwright Austin Pendleton. Eric’s actual 100th birthday doesn’t fall until later in this year.

Geoff has been married to his German-born wife, Karin, for over 50 years. They had two sons: the elder tragically died in his late teens, but they are extremely proud of their second son, who works with great devotion as a criminal defence lawyer in London. In retirement, Geoff still enjoys tennis, poor golf and music. He is also a keen and active Rotarian. Geoff is especially grateful to Bolton School for fostering his passion for classical music and the enjoyable life teaching experiences of the Scout Troop. He believes his academic record is best forgotten! Geoff now lives in Fleet, Hampshire.

Class of 1960-1969 Mark Doel (1962-1969) Mark has been elected to the position of Vice-President of the International Association of Social Work with Groups (IASWG), an organisation with a mission to promote social group work, first established in the US nearly 40 years ago and now an international presence. Mark is Emeritus Professor of Social Work at Sheffield Hallam University. Though ‘retired’, he remains a registered social worker and he continues to write – his twentieth book, Rights and Wrongs in Social Work: Ethical and Practice Dilemmas, will be published later this year.

Class of 1970-1979 Mark Brown (1961-1971) During the past 15 years, Mark has been a Circuit Judge at Liverpool Crown Court and for the last four years he has been specifically authorised to try murder and manslaughter cases. Whilst at Liverpool, Mark has also been a member of the Parole

Board, a lecturer and tutor judge at the Judicial College and was involved in the appointment of judges. In 2009, Mark was elected a Master of the Bench (Bencher) of the Honourable Society of the Inner Temple. However recently he has been promoted to the office of Senior Circuit Judge and appointed the Resident Judge (lead judge) for Lancashire, based at Preston Crown Court. He has also been installed the Honorary Recorder of Preston by the City Council and been authorised to sit as a judge in the Court of Appeal Criminal Division. About the Grand Reunion in September last year, Mark told us, ‘I enjoyed attending the Grand Reunion - it was good to have the opportunity of coming back to the School. There have been many changes over the years and it is great to see the School has gone from strength to strength. It has always been a fine school but is now in the premier league. I have fond memories of my time there.’ Peter Berry (1962-1972) Peter left School after his GCEs and has since had a varied career in both business and as a police officer with Greater Manchester Police. Peter retired fully in 2010 and since then he and his wife have been travelling the world. They still live in the Bolton area, although they are currently spending the winter in Southern Spain. Nicholas Hill (1963-1973) Nick graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Salford in 1976. He began his career with Sir William Halcrow and Partners before moving to John Brown Engineers and Constructors, latterly CB&I, and has spent all of his 38-year working life in London. He is a Fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers, a Liveryman of the Worshipful Company of Engineers and has been honoured to receive the Freedom of the City of London. His career has been almost entirely in the energy sector. Initially he was involved in the design of offshore platforms in the North Sea before progressing to project and construction management of onshore gas and LNG regasification terminals. Prior to becoming Project Director for CB&I’s EPC Contracts at National Grid’s Isle of Grain LNG Terminal, Nick was Director of

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Contract Development for CB&I’s Europe, Africa and Middle East region. In 2004 he chaired the Steering Committee for the Institution of Civil Engineers e-mail Forum on Offshore Wind Farms.

Class of 1980-1989 Justin Walker (1981-1988) Justin, a GP at Steward Medical Centre, Buxton, recently saved the life of a patient who had made an appointment thinking her shortness of breath was down to asthma. Quick-thinking Justin realised the patient needed urgent care and sent her to hospital where she had life-saving surgery to remove a clot from her lungs. The patient was extremely indebted to both Justin and the nurse who saw her and contacted The Buxton Advertiser, where the story made front page news. Justin said: “When we saw the patient we knew something was wrong. It is very touching she wants to thank us for saving her life, but we are just doing our job and are a small cog in the process.”

the Queen following consideration by an independent selection panel. The Lord Chancellor presided over an appointment ceremony, where the rank was formally bestowed upon him, at Westminster Hall on 22nd February 2016. David is excited by his appointment and looks forward to developing his commercial litigation practice in Silk. Tom Handley, Director of Chambers at Exchange Chambers, said: “We are delighted for David. His appointment as Queen’s Counsel is well deserved and a great start to 2016 for our Manchester Chambers.” Adam Syddall (1984-1998)

Class of 1990-1999 Mike Waring (1986-1993) Mike has taken up a Professorship in Medicinal Chemistry at Newcastle University working in the School of Chemistry and the Northern Institute for Cancer Research. Mike completed a degree and PhD in Chemistry at the University of Manchester before working as a post-doctoral research associate at the University of Texas at Austin, USA. From 2001, he worked as a Medicinal Chemist at AstraZeneca where he became Principal Scientist. During this time, he contributed to the discovery of a number of new experimental medicines, most significantly the compounds Tagrisso™ (osimertinib) which was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of drug resistant lung cancer in November 2015. In 2010 he was awarded the Royal Society of Chemistry Capps-Green-Zomaya medal for outstanding contributions to medicinal chemistry and in 2014, was appointed the inaugural Royal Society of Chemistry Biological and Medicinal Chemistry Sector Lecturer. His move to Newcastle sees him continue his work in developing novel treatments for poorly treated types of cancer with work funded primarily by Cancer Research UK. He will be moving to the North East with his wife, Anita. David Mohyuddin (1987-1994) David has been appointed Queen’s Counsel (QC), one of 107 new Silks approved by

Congratulations to Adam who married Old Girl Ruth Syddall (née Morley, 1993-2003) last year.

Class of 2000-2009 Jack Forster (1998-2005) Jack runs one of his family’s farms which rear organic beef and lamb for sale directly to the public through their farm shop www.forstersfarmshop.com. This summer, the Forster family will be hosting one of the UK’s most popular event trends at Shoot Delph Farm, Moss Bank, St Helens. Rhino Gladiator is part of a North of England MUD run series that sees runners of all ages and abilities take on 40 obstacle challenges and 20 Gladiators (led by Rugby League’s Paul Sculthorpe and Jack). The event will take place on Saturday 13th August and Sunday 14th August with thousands expected to sign up. Further information can be found at www.rhinogladiator.com.

John Wood (1998-2005) John lives in Warrington and works in Manchester. Two years ago, he and his wife bought a 1930s house which they are in the process of lovingly restoring to accommodate their growing family – their second child was born in January. John is slowly learning that as the family grows bigger, progress on home improvement slows! John works as an Architect for Keppie Design, focusing largely on the healthcare and education sectors and is working on, amongst other things, the much needed new emergency department at New Cross Hospital, Wolverhampton. More recently, the company has had a growing workload in the commercial sector. The latest of John’s projects has been the remodelling of a Grade A listed castle in Stornoway (equivalent to English Grade 1) to make a new hotel and museum. John was surprised to note when reading the historical report that one Lord William Hesketh Leverhulme had owned the castle 1918-1923, during which time he invested heavily in the castle and the Isle of Lewis in a bid to improve the social condition of its community. At the end of the period, the castle, along with 60,000 acres of land, was gifted back to the people of Stornoway parish and it remains in local authority ownership today. For John this is just another example of how the great man supported the improvement of communities both close to home and farther afield. John is enjoying the challenges of managing a diverse range of projects and trying to balance professional and family life. He has managed to catch up with a few of his former classmates since working back in Manchester which he says has been wonderful. He is always keen to hear how people are getting on if anybody would like to get in touch.

News of Former Staff Bernard Nolan (Clerk and Treasurer 1965-1981) Bernard enjoyed the Grand Reunion held at School in September and, in the same week, he took the opportunity to visit his old primary school, Devonshire Road CPS, where pupils listened to recollections of his early life, service during the Second World War and his subsequent career. Bernard now lives in Southport and has given energy and ingenuity to the construction of board games, examples of which he presented to the primary school.

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ARCHIVES Ask the Archivist Meet the Archivist

Eric Fairweather If you have a question about the School’s history or would like to donate to the Archive any photographs or artefacts from your time at School, Eric would love to hear from you. E: development@boltonschool.org

When was the house system introduced and how has it changed over the years? The first house system at Bolton School is believed to have been introduced by Headmaster FH Matthews in 1893. There were only two houses at that time and the system seems to have disappeared when Matthews left. The earliest references to houses in The Boltonian were in December 1902 by which time Mr LW Hyde was Headmaster. It was not, however, Mr Lyde, but Mr MP Andrews, an outstanding Modern Languages master, who reintroduced the house system, based on the territorial lines that survive to the present day. MP Andrews would later be killed in action in France in August 1915. The first house results to be reported related to football in the 1902/1903 season, when Blackburn won all their matches and headed the table with a goal difference of 14. April 1903 saw the first Inter-House Gymnastics competition, organised by Professor JV Madgwick, with Blackburn again taking the honours. The first cricket matches to be reported were played later in the year when Blackburn, Manchester and Wigan each won all of their three matches and Chorley finished up pointless. The first House Sports Day on 18th July 1903 bore little resemblance to Sports Day today. There was a very limited programme, with the seniors competing in the long jump and the mile, and the juniors competing in the high jump and the half mile. All boys competed for the hundred yards. On this occasion Wigan were the champions, but it was Blackburn who became the inaugural holders of the Lyde Cup, presented by the retiring Headmaster to the house

winning most points in inter-house activity during the year. Blackburn retained the trophy in 1904. Other than having the same names of Blackburn, Chorley, Manchester and Wigan the initial house system was very different from the house system of today. There were only about 150 boys in the School which meant that houses only had a small pool of players from which to choose their teams. The result was that many of the teams in these early years were extremely weak and it was not uncommon for a house to be unable to field a full side. In a letter to the Boltonian in 1947, AW Fletcher (1902-1912), by then Headmaster of the Royal Grammar School, Colchester, wrote that the running of the houses when first introduced had been left almost entirely to the boys. “The masters wisely stood in the background and helped when necessary.” The house programme gradually expanded and trophies were donated for the winning house. Swimming became a house sport in 1905 when the houses competed for a cup presented by Mr J Simpson. Wigan house won with 95 points, well ahead of second placed Chorley with 72.5 points. The Thompson Cup for Athletics was donated in 1909, the Dixon Cup for Cricket in 1912, the Makant Cup for Football in 1913/1914 and the Greenhalgh Cup for Gymnastics, also in 1914. With the onset of the First World War a Cadet Corps was formed in the Autumn term 1914 and a shooting competition was introduced, with the houses competing for the Arnold Smith Cup. Once again Blackburn was victorious. Boys today may be surprised to know that Boxing became a separate house competition in 1921, having hitherto been a Gymnastic event, and Mrs Carrie donated a silver cup in memory of her son, the late Lieutenant FG Carrie (19091913), who was killed in action on 26th October 1917. A physics training house competition was added in 1928 and the inaugural winners were ... Blackburn! There was not a trophy at the outset but in 1930 this omission was rectified by the donation of the Haselden Cup. The same year saw the introduction of cups for junior house football and cricket. A House Sports Day was held for the first time in 1991, by which time rugby, tennis and hockey were all integral parts of the programme. Chess and board games were introduced

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for the first time, with the board games including Go for Broke, Monopoly, The Game of Life, Scrabble and Easy Money. Since then the house programme has continued to grow and today presents a huge logistical challenge for those in charge. The programme is now comprised of more than 250 events and includes not only the traditional sports but also a vast array of other activities, including orienteering, basketball, archery, go-karting, climbing and creative

activities. In the 2007 Boltonian, Mr Wadsworth estimated that the boys had devoted around 6,500 pupil hours in pursuit of the Lyde Cup for their respective house. Nine years on, it will no doubt be an even higher number. How far we have come since houses could not guarantee being able to field a full team, and how proud Mr Lyde would surely be that his cup is still the focus of so much good natured competition and rivalry throughout the School.

TIMES PAST Ten Years Ago “The original hall chairs were replaced to the satisfaction of some, the chagrin of others.” The Boltonian records the deaths of distinguished Governors, Mr M Tillotson and Judge JM Lever. Robert Taylor is ‘A’ Level winner of the Northern Schools’ Classics Reading Competition. Ed Scott and former pupil Andrew Crawford are selected to represent Great Britain in the Commonwealth Games at water polo. Twenty-five Years Ago Lord Haslam, new Chairman of Governors, stresses “the need to get closer to the industrial community in the North West.’’ Old Boltonians’ weekend 1990, reported in The Boltonian: “It was a Reunion in every sense of the word and blessed from the start with the living spirit of the past blending with the active spirit of the present.” Gift for the Chained Library of the Savoy Declaration 1658. The King and I: “... a show which gave me great pleasure and reflected well the fine acting talents which are to be found in the School.” Fifty Years Ago The new Headmaster, Mr CDA Baggley, is greeted by members of the Old Boltonians’ Association: “... the atmosphere in the Headmaster’s study was very friendly. I wish him personally a long and successful stay in our midst.”

The Boltonian recorded the death of Mr JW Wigglesworth (Governor 1955-1966), “a Freeman of Bolton in official recognition of his work for the town and the many gifts he made it”. Exchange with the Liceo Michelangelo: “... we visited Cathedrals, Churches and Art Galleries, seeing the stuff that outlines of European architecture and surveys of Renaissance poetry were made of.” Seventy-five Years Ago “Though we all realise that Fire Watching is no game, it is difficult to take seriously the actions which it entails.” The Junior School received the sad news that “Our Ship” was considerably overdue and must be considered lost. Junior Literary and Debating Society: “This House is convinced we should invade now.” Dr Zing Yang Kuo of Chungking University, formerly Chinese Minister at Warsaw, speaks to a School audience. The death of Governor, Lester Haselden, is recorded, “... few men have inspired greater affection and loyalty in the life of the town.” Lectures on Plastics and the Energy of the Atom given to the Scientific Society. One Hundred Years Ago Visit to inspect ambulance trains at Trinity Street Station: “Nothing seemed to be wanting for the comfort and treatment of our wounded soldiers.” The Roll of Honour records an increasing number of deaths and casualties amongst Old Boltonian servicemen.

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MEMORIES FROM SCHOOL DAYS As a first year pupil on the last day of my first year in Shell A1 at Bolton School in 1955, I was excited at the prospect of the long summer holiday ahead, the prelude of which was to be the End of Term Service in the Great Hall, at about mid-day. Morning break came as normal, when suddenly, and totally unexpectedly, several senior leaving boys appeared in the upper quadrangle intent on creating mayhem. Two boys were dragging a tin bath, in which another boy sat holding a fire extinguisher and proceeded to squirt anyone else in close proximity. Very soon a large audience of inquisitive pupils gathered, trying to understand what was happening. It did not take long for the mischief to accelerate. Rumours spread rapidly that the senior boys had locked the staff in their common room, that the gates to the School main entrance had been locked with a heavy garden roller, and that the three-wheeled car of the Geography teacher (Eggy P) had been lifted onto the lawns between the Boys’ and Girls’ Divisions. I cannot vouch that these details were true, but the information was sufficient to embolden what was now a very large gathering of excited boys to take on the role of St Trinians. Some senior boys started to pile up their caps and attempted to set fire to them in the quadrangle, presumably as a demonstration that they would no longer be required to wear them. It wasn’t a huge conflagration, but was sufficient to fuel the excitement of us junior chaps, who had never seen, nor anticipated, such happenings. We began to think that this must be an end-of-term tradition. The antics now accelerated as mob rule appeared to take over secure as we thought, that the staff were all locked in! Pupils were running through the Great Hall (absolutely taboo in those days), opening windows and showering the contents of waste paper baskets on to the mob below. Similar activity started from both the first and second floor corridors. For a twelve year old, this was an amazing sight and very exciting. Until, that was, Mr Haigh (Kenny), the French master, appeared in the centre of the quadrangle to remonstrate. Clearly not all staff were incarcerated! Bravely standing in the centre of the mob, which had gathered respectfully around him at a safe distance, he firmly and with authority denounced the activities and demanded a return to our classrooms. That was until

someone in the crowd shouted “CHARGE!” Poor Kenny was immediately enveloped within the body of the rabble and left struggling to extricate himself. He was saved by someone shouting “TO THE LEVELS!” The mob descended en masse onto the Top Level, and, after much laughter and running about, proceeded to push the cricket sight screens over the slope onto the First Eleven football pitch. However, at the sight of Mr Green (Freddy), marching purposefully across the Top Level accompanied by another member of staff, the mobsters finally dispersed, leaving just a few of us sprogs to take his wrath. I remember feeling a real sense of injustice, in that, as I had only been an excited bystander, I was now being made, along with a few other juniors, to push these heavy sight screens up the steep slope back to the Top Level. My first experience of ‘Collective Responsibility’! Somehow, things then settled down and we finally made our way to the Great Hall for the End of Term Service. That was where FRP (Joe Boss) made his entrance, sweeping into the hall with gown flowing. There was total silence. His presence was always awe-inspiring. He proceeded, in clear unequivocal terms, to denounce all the mischief that had taken place and the whole School was summarily dispatched back to respective classrooms, to wait his pleasure as to when the actual service and, hence, the summer holiday, would commence. For my part, I remember waiting in subdued mood for the instruction to go to the delayed assembly. Authority had been established once again and I never in future years at School witnessed another revolt. It may be that my aged memory has got some of the detail wrong, but the event left an indelible impression on me. I wonder whether others also remember it? Ivan Leigh (1954-1962)

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LOOKING BACK 2007 Sportsmen’s Dinner - 11 former Captains of 1st XV, one stand-in and a proud but ageing coach!

1965 Deputy Monitors vs Prefects rounders match

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mid-1950s on the

1981 Instow trip

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LIVES REMEMBERED ALAN MITCHELL (Boys’ Division Staff, 1950-1985; Acting Headmaster, 1984-1985) Although he lived in Bolton for 65 years, Alan originally came from Wolverhampton. Encouraged by his father, regular attendance at Wolverhampton Wanderers matches began when Alan was only five. Aged 11 he went on to attend St Chad’s Catholic School in Wolverhampton, not because of any religious affiliation, but because they had first class football and cricket teams which he quickly joined and then captained – a theme was developing! He was also appointed the school’s Head Boy. After Higher School Certificate, Alan went to Sheffield University to study Latin and English. Aside from developing a life-long passion for his subjects, here he also further honed his sporting skills, captaining the University football team. He also captained the Sheffield University Cricket XI, and his prowess as batsman and bowler was still evident in the School Staff teams of the 1960s. He broke off his university education to go to War, serving for two years in India where he attained the rank of Captain, and also trained as a cipher officer. Alan’s teaching career began in Woking but, after a couple of years, in 1950 he and future wife Diana, whom he had met at university, moved north to Bolton when he landed a role at Park Road. Alan transferred to the Senior School in 1957 where he taught Latin and Greek, attaining the role of Deputy Headmaster in 1969. His command of language ancient and modern, extended through reading, enabled Alan to be the successful teacher of Classics and English he became. He was precise in explanation, careful in preparation and had a ready understanding of the needs of his pupils. Similar qualities were evident in his early role as Master in Charge of the Lower Block. His abilities and achievement recommended him as Deputy Headmaster, where more was required than he had already given. Even-handed and humorous in his dealings,

always ready to listen and never absent from duty, he was affectionately admired by teaching, administrative, maintenance and catering staff, by the Headmasters he supported, by everyone. Alan was a gifted and hugely enthusiastic sportsman: in the earlier years of his career he coached a number of School football teams, regularly refereed football and umpired cricket matches. In the 1950s, he played for the Old Boltonians, in the days of changing in the Chetham Arms before the old pavilion was erected. He played with Jack Thomasson, Alan Hardie and John Mackereth, but retired before the heady days of winning the Lancashire Amateur Cup in the early 1960s. He was a classy left winger of the old school when the job was to get the ball, beat the fullback, get to the bye-line and cross the ball on to the big centre-forward’s head for him to power it into the net. It was rumoured he was so good that, on cold January days up at Turton, he would take the centre-forward to one side before the game and reassure him that when the ball landed on his head, the lace would be on the other side. He was critical to a generation of Old Boys, as the man who showed them how to play football properly when he ran the School First XI during the 1960s. His mantra was ‘get the ball on the ground and keep it there.’ He had the sweetest left foot and during training would effortlessly half-volley a ball thirty yards to someone’s feet. There must be hundreds of lads who left School having realised that football was not a matter of kick the ball and chase it – rather, control it, think about to whom to pass it and then do so with accuracy and the right pace. Alan was responsible for that and much more, together with an appreciation of the spirit in which amateur football should be played. Alan’s personality, integrity and good manners pervaded the School. Socially he was very active and played an important part in musical events, particularly Gilbert and Sullivan. On two occasions he initiated staff soirées, where teaching staff entertained parents, and he was consistent and resourceful in support of the Old Boltonians’ Association, becoming President

and, after retiring from the staff, creating the role of Liaison Officer. Old Boys’ lunches, still regular and well-attended, were his original inspiration. Having stepped down from his Old Boys’ Liaison role in 1997, Alan enjoyed a full and very active retirement – this included membership of Bolton Rotary Club to which he devoted many hours raising money for deserving causes, and through which he made many deep and lasting friendships. Alan’s other free time was spent in his much-loved garden, listening to music, regularly tackling cryptic crosswords in the national press (and winning prizes), as well as following the fortunes of both sets of Wanderers: Bolton and Wolverhampton. He also revelled in being a grandfather, even though distance made contact with his Australian grandsons less frequent than he would have liked. As Diana’s health failed, Alan took on the role of her carer and bore the terrible sadness of her loss after 61 years of happy marriage with great dignity and courage. He moved to Beechville Care Home, Lostock, in 2014 where he settled well, but sadly his failing health necessitated a move into nursing care in the summer of 2015. Alan was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather; he had an intelligent mind, a great sense of humour and a deep love of his family, leaving two daughters and two grandsons. He was a gentle man and a gentleman, who knew everyone and everything about every feature of Bolton School. As a close colleague said – Alan Mitchell is Bolton School. Anna Mitchell (1966-1980), Charles Winder (Boys’ Division Staff, 1964-1999), David Shaw (Boys’ Division Staff, 1964-2002) and Harry Lane (1956-1964) Kenneth William Baddeley (1929-1937) Ken was born in 1919 and, after attending Bolton School, he went on to Emmanuel, College in Cambridge at the age of 17 to study languages. His career after the war was in Education and, when he retired, he was the Chief Education Officer for Torbay in Devon. Ken passed away in his sleep on 25th July 2015 at the grand age of 96. He was still living at his own home looking

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after himself and very sharp of mind. Pam Dawson (daughter) Joseph Cotton (1942-1950) It is my privilege to pay tribute to Joseph Cotton, who died in September 2015, aged 82. Whilst not at Bolton School at the same time as Joe, I came to know him well, as my brother’s friend and as a fellow Freemason. Attendees at Joe’s funeral service heard a moving tribute to him, delivered by his daughter Fiona, herself an Old Girl (1973-1981). Her thoughts provided a very accurate word picture of the Joe that we knew. Joe was born in August 1933. He attended Park Road from the age of nine and left the Senior School at seventeen, to start an electrical engineering apprenticeship with Metrovicks, which later become GEC. He remained with that company at Trafford Park all his working life, spending stints in London and South Africa. He served his national service with the RAF, principally in Germany. We were told by Fiona that he never forgot how to order a beer in German! Joe was, in his younger days, a keen sportsman, playing football for the Old Boltonians and tennis at Markland Hill. He met Joyce in 1957, romance blossomed and they were married in October 1960. They were blessed with two children, Fiona and Richard, and hence began a family life, of which Fiona spoke endearingly. Joe was not one to boast or to impose himself; indeed he always seemed to be a man of few words, with simple straightforward pleasures that permeated his life. He loved his garden, his dogs, an occasional pint or two with friends, but most of all he loved his family. Masonry, too, became a major part of his social enjoyment. He was initiated into Corinthian Lodge in Bolton, in February 1990. He was a regular and loyal attendee of its meetings and he took his duties seriously, becoming Worshipful Master in

2001. He received the Provincial rank of PPAGDC and was, in addition, a member of Turton Mark Lodge and was later exalted into the Chapter of Beauty at Radcliffe. In recent years, ill health took its toll and he finally succumbed to cancer on 6th September 2015. Joe was one of life’s straightforward unassuming individuals, intelligent, reliable and loyal. His passing is felt by his family and all his friends. I know that his education at Bolton School formed a lasting influence on his life and was very important to him throughout his career. Ivan Leigh (1954-1962) David William Ryley (1942-1949) David was a Boltonian through and through, ever conscious of his deep family roots in the town where both his mother and his grandfather served on the Council. Save for the time he spent away on National Service and in a care home during his final months, his home never moved more than a few hundred yards. There was a strong family connection with School, which his brother John and his son Michael also attended and where his mother, Alderman Mrs Ethel Ryley DL, was a governor for many years. He was one of that generation who can tell remarkable stories of life at School during the war – from gas mask duty to the emergence of those unlikely School clubs such as the ‘pig club’. He participated in Butch Ingham’s legendary trek camps, remarkable adventures which still provided much to talk about at Old Boys’ lunches in the Arts Centre years later. David’s further education gained him the degree of BSc (Tech) in Building from Manchester University. It began a life-long fascination with how buildings are constructed and how they function. With that training, the Royal Engineers was a logical choice for his National Service, most of which he spent on civil engineering duties in Egypt. Those were troubled times, after Nasser had come to power. Going out of the base was dangerous and colleagues were being killed, so he did not get to visit the bit of Egypt which really interested him – it was many years before he got to go back and take a proper look at the antiquities. A few years ago, to his amusement, the Prime Minister announced that those who

had served in those days would belatedly be awarded the General Service Medal with the ‘Canal Zone’ clasp. On returning from the army, David married Joan Marshall, whose family were neighbours of his relatives in St Annes. They built a house in Lostock and were happily married until Joan’s premature death in 1991. Having chosen to join the family plumbing and heating business which his Grandfather had established, John F Ryley Ltd, based in Newport Street, he spent his entire working life out and about in Bolton, where he had many friends and his customers benefited from his integrity, his thoroughness and his high standards of service. David was a great family man. He had a wide range of interests which kept him busy until he fell ill with leukaemia – he was an active member of the Old Boltonians; he travelled a great deal in the UK and in Europe; he loved to walk (though a preference for flat walks became distinct as he got into his eighties); he was a very good cook (jars of his marmalade were much in demand) and he was very proud of his garden, which he had laid out and tended lovingly. He was a longstanding member of Christ Church, Heaton. He will be missed greatly by his family and his many friends. Michael Ryley (1968-1978)

IN MEMORIAM Henry Ackers (1940-1948) Died on the 29th February 2016 David Mangnall Howorth OBE Croix de Guerre & Palm Died 21st February 2016 Frank Kenyon (1944-1952) Died 9th February 2016 Cyril Manley (1944-1948) Died 12th July 2015 Neville Marsden (1948-1955) Died January 2016 Derek Robinson (1939-1946) Died 5th February 2016 Keith Simm (1942-1949) Died on the 28th December 2015 John Edwin Taylor (1951-1959) Died 20th August 2015 Harold Twyford (1937-1943) Died 4th November 2015 Alan Shepherd Walsh (1944-1950) Died 20th January 2016 Alan Eric Wootton (1936-1940) Died 9th April 2015 Peter Wyld (1960-1967) Died 26th September 2015

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