1985-86

THE PETERITE

O.P. CLUB CENTENARY YEAR

No. 403

1985-1986

R. N. P I T T M A N HEADMASTER 1986 This number was designed to celebrate the centenary of the foundation of the Old Peterite Club in 1886; and so it does. But on the 22nd July 1986 came the dreadful news from Norway that Mr. R. B. Daniel had been killed in a climbing accident on the Svartisen glacier, while leading a School group. To him too we dedicate this edition as a tribute to his courage and skill as a mountaineer as well to the memory of a fine and dedicated schoolmaster, whom we all miss with aching hearts. "omnia tecum unaperieruntgaudia nostra "

THE PETERITE No. 403

1985-1986

Contents PAGE

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School Notes

2

Rugby

45

Senior Common Room

2

Hockey

52

Valete

3

Squash

55

Commemoration

5

Badminton

55

G.C.E. Examination Results

8

Swimming

56

Careers

11

Cross Country

57

Chapel; Music

12

Cricket

59

Drama

15

Tennis

63

Societies

18

Athletics

64

Expeditions

21

Boat Club

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64

The Weather

26

Oxford Cup ..

65

Combined Cadet Force

27

Archives

65

House Notes . .

30

Old Peterite Club

Barry E)aniel

School Head of School: T. Lakin.

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Appointments

Vice Head: T. D. Welburn.

School Monitors: L. Helen Benton, C. R. Bosomworth, A. M. Bowler, P. J. Brotherton, S. Forman, Leman Harris, S. J. M. Jones, B. B. Reed, Victoria H. Rigby, J. J. Semlyen, D. M. D. White.

Games Captains: Rugby Football Hockey Boats Netball Girls' Squash Tennis Swimming

J. Brewster T. J. R. Wharton W. P. Davidson Alison Kitwood Lorna E. Hambly Leman Harris J. A. Fricker Chess

Cricket Girls' Hockey Girls' Boats Squash Shooting Girls' Tennis Cross Country A. M. Bowler

S. Forman Jennifer M. Ward Philippa C. Mutter Leman Harris S. G. Carr Lorna E. Hambly J. J. Semlyen

School Notes In the last issue we welcomed Mr. R N. Pittman as Headmaster. During his first year at the School a tutorial system has been introduced, which will do much to encourage pupils in their work and life here. As there are now more day pupils than boarders, the Sunday community services have been discontinued.

In September 1985 Mr. D. M. Crook, B.A. (Hull), joined the Staff to teach French, Mr. R. G. Shread, M.Sc. (York), to teach Chemistry, and for one year, Mr. P. R. Kingsbury, B.Sc. (York), to teach Mathematics. They are happily making their mark in many areas. During the year Mrs. J. Dawson and Mrs. J. C. Dench have left and we congratulate them on the birth of their children. Mr. D. J. Raggett has gone to Fulford School to look after Computer Studies. Major P. B. Jelbert has succeeded Colonel J. P. F. Abbott as Bursar. We wish all these ladies and gentlemen well, and thank the leavers for what they have done, especially Colonel Abbott who has served the School untiringly for twelve years in a most important role.

At Oxford and Cambridge. places were awarded to S. P. Harrison at Fitzwilliam College, D. W. Pearsall at Emmanuel College, Judith A. Charman at Wadham College and Tharangini Sriharan at St. Hilda's College.

B. W. Lowes and D. J. McLean Steel were awarded Army Scholarships, and P. F. Wareham an R.A.F. Scholarship.

Lectures to the Sixth Form have been given by Mr. H. Doswell of Project Trust, Mr. M. D. B. Sinclair, Major S. W. Sykes and Mr. R. A. Hall.

Princess Anne landed by helicopter at the School during the Christmas Term Half Term Holiday and was greeted by the Headmaster and Mrs. Pittman. The Princess was fulfilling an engagement in York before flying to Catterick.

Mr. J. N. Gaastra died in hospital on the 12th November 1985. He had retired only two years earlier after serving as Director ofArt for many years. We send our sympathy to his wife and family.

M. S. Rickman won the Under 16 Class 1985 Hong Kong and Macau Ballroom and Latin American International Championship with his partner.

D. N. Calderhead represented England in the World Youth Fencing Championship at Stuttgart in March.

Scholarships at 13+ were awarded to J. M. L. Ayers, J. J. M. Blewitt, A. G. Curtis, A. P. N. Dunn, R. M. Macleod, M. W. E. Sumpton and M. J. G. Williams, at 16+ to P. S. Bond, N. P. Durham, Jacqueline L. Grace, Marianne Klar and Rebecca J. Sharrock.

Again the School has been eager to raise money for charities. A 'non-uniform' day on 4th February raised over £110 for an 'Emergency Box' appeal, and on the 25th May £210 was given to the Sport Aid Race Against Time. On the 1st May the vast majority of the School took part in a sponsored walk which raised over £9,000 for the paediatric department ofYork District Hospital.

Mr. J. C. Brown designed and executed a St. William's cross which the Archbishop presented to the Fire Brigade for their services in saving the Minster, when fire gutted the south transept in July 1984. In return the Fire Brigade gave a commemorative plaque to Mr. Brown.

Senior Common

Room

At the beginning of the year we welcomed Robert Shread (Chemistry), David Crook (French) and Peter Kingsbury (Mathematics), who is leaving us after a year to enter the preparatory school world. At the end of the Easter Term Jane Dawson left and we were very happy to learn of the arrival, soon after the Summer Term began, of a son to Jane and Michael. Jane's place was taken by Robert Worsnop who came temporarily to teach Mathematics for the Summer Term. It all seems to be happening in the Mathematics Department and David Raggett is moving to the other side of York next term when he becomes a Head of Computer Studies, having strongly established the place of computers in this School. Our final farewell is to Jean Dench whose baby is due during the Summer holidays and we wish her well for this event and look forward to seeing her and Jane with their respective infants when they revisit the S.C.R. Common Room participation in School affairs has again been widespread and a number of examples follows. It would be impossible to mention all that has happened and I can only apologise in advance for any glaring omissions.

Two major events in the School year were directed towards Charity and these are reported in full elsewhere. Some staff entered into the spirit of the non-uniform day and Messrs Hubbard and Shuttleworth made a particularly elegant pair. A number of us took the easy way out and paid up to be allowed to dress normally. The whole Common Room was involved in the sponsored walk in early May and we were delighted to be joined by colleagues from the School offices, the maintenance departments and the catering staff. Some dozen members of the Common Room, as well as the Head Master, walked the full 20 miles, while the rest were involved in marshalling and in manning check points during what turned out to be one of the most perfect days of the Term.

The School play, again reported elsewhere, in the Summer Term was a performance in the Chapel of Zigger Zagger. Again there was good representation from the S.C.R. and the typecasting was often so good as to be almost cruel! However all who took part enjoyed themselves to the extent that even Ian Lowe's patience was sorely tried by his colleagues.

The usual wide range of sporting activities can also be recorded, while the older and/or less athletic of us could only sit and admire. Activities included numerous 5-a-side football games and an 11-a-side match against leavers, a 7-a-side rugby match against Old Peterites in the Christmas Term and a full 15-a-side match against the Old Peterites in the Easter Term - in this match the S.C.R. team was grateful for the help given by members of the 1st XV in making up the numbers. The S.C.R. was also involved in hockey and basket-ball while a number of cricket matches are pending at the time of writing these notes.

K.G.C. 2

Colonel J. P. F. Abbott

CBE

'If it's not teaching it must be the Bursar's responsibility' is often thought and sometimes said / > in an independent School. This means that a bursar must have, apart from administrative skill, a deep measure of tolerance and readiness to deal with the unexpected; a pained request for something to be done about litter in front of the School or the state of the school bus might be followed by a call from a senior Governor for an explanation of an estimated additional hundred thousand pounds of expenditure, or from a parent asking what should be done about her son's torn jacket.

Colonel Paul Abbot came to St. Peter's well equipped to face varied problems large and small.

Commissioned into the Royal Warwickshire Regiment from the Territorial Army in 1939, he transferred some years after the war into the Royal Army Ordnance Corps, graduated from the Staff College in 1954 and served in a wide range of posts from Washington to Malaysia, where he was Director of Ordnance Services for the Malaysian Government. Colonel Abbott was made a Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 1964, and his last Army post was Deputy Director of Ordnance Services at North East District in York.

He was appointed Bursar and Clerk to the Governors in 1974, his son John being already in St. Olave's. After working with four Headmasters, three Chairmen of Governors, three Second Masters and five Catering Officers, he retired as Bursar in April this year, but is continuing for the time being as Clerk. In Paul Abbott's twelve years here there has been an enormous building programme, including the Sports Centre and the Science and Technology extension, and there have been two Appeals to help finance these necessary improvements. Obviously a Bursar and Clerk is at the centre of such schemes, and much of their success is due to Paul Abbott's untiring work. Apart from these major developments he has, of course, been the day to day manager of a large administrative and maintenance staff and frequently the counsellor and guide to members of the teaching staff not only in some of their many school activities but at times in their personal concerns.

One of the strengths of the independent school is its freedom to control its own affairs, but this also presents a great challenge to its administration as well as to its teaching power. Colonel Abbott has taken a major part in the response of St Peter's to challenge in these last twelve years, and he gives up the post of Bursar with our admiration and thanks.

As the independent schools face both political and economic threats, Colonel Abbott sees the great need for such schools to be mter-dependent and to be cost-effective. Independent they may be of government control at present, but many, like St. Peter's, have a deep involvement with government both local and central. The Assisted Places Scheme, scholarships that attract pupils from local authority schools, the sometimes stringent requirements of planning authorities and of the Charity Commissioners, all have to be reckoned with in the running of a school as a business. St. Peter's will be faced with the need for vital decisions in the next few years, and no doubt Colonel Abbott, who has done much to put the School in a strong position, will watch with concerned interest from his wellearned retirement which we hope he and Joyce will long enjoy.

D.G.C.

Mrs. J. C. Dench It was as Miss Jean Wagstaff that she joined the Staff in September 1981 and she was given the two roles of Warden of Alcuin and Art Teacher. She contributed enormously to both; her friendly nature must have helped many girls to settle into boarding school life. Certainly this quality made her a very approachable teacher. It soon became clear that her main artistic strength is in graphic design, and a good thing too because that nicely plugged a gap in the Art Department's teaching repertoire. She encouraged very colourful work and, in the VI Form, screen printing became her speciality. Dozens of decorated T-shirts are witness to this, especially those with Boat Club or Rugger Club motifs on them! Very imaginative and neatly presented art work was noticeably coming from her busy St. Olave's pupils. Also her fairytale pottery castles are creations many will remember with delight. I was particularly pleased that she so willingly joined the teaching team of the Summer School.

When Simon Dench and Jean were married in School Chapel on 24th August 1985 it was an occasion for rejoicing.

Now I say how delighted we all are that they are starting a family. This, of course, is her reason for leaving us, but as she lives in Clifton we hope she will come in to see us as often as she can.

We all wish her every happiness in her new role of Mum to Denchlet.

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Mrs. J. Dawson Jane Trepte came to us from Durham University, where she had taken her P.G.C.E., after graduating at Oxford University. From the beginning she fitted into the life of the School so well that it was difficult to believe she had not been teaching before. She had great patience with pupils, was very capable in and out of the classroom, and achieved very good results. As a colleague in the Mathematics Department she was first class. Nothing was too much trouble for her, and she was always willing to help out at a moment's notice, and ever ready to make a sensible contribution to Departmental meetings. Her equable temperament and her cheerfulness made her a most popular member of the staff - especially to one of her colleagues who soon persuaded her to change her name!

Her great interest was rowing, and she spent much of her spare time in the first three years on the river bank, coaching crews and encouraging the girls to take part in the regattas; this they did with much success. Unfortunately she has had to give this up during the last two years, but has still maintained her interest, and helped behind the scenes, organising the social events and keeping the finances in order.

In the Mathematics Department we shall miss her greatly, and Commemoration will miss her 'Puzzle Corner', which she organised for many years.

We congratulate Michael and Jane on the birth of their son, and we wish the family every joy and good health in the future. We hope we shall see them often at School.

G.M.S.

Mr. D.J. Raggett David Raggett came to St. Peter's in 1976, and in the ten years he was with us he was always heavily involved in the activities of the School. As my Assistant in The Manor I got to know him very well, and to appreciate fully his sterling qualities. He was a caring and conscientious person on whom I could rely implicitly. Incidentally it was during his time in Manor that the flat came into existence, and many of the ideas for it were his.

As a teacher of mathematics he was forceful and very efficient, and many boys, and girls have reason to be thankful for the way he worked them hard and taught them. I found him to be a very loyal colleague, ready to help, and always willing to suggest improvements in the Department.

Outside the classroom he was always busy. He was a very keen and noisy rugger coach and ran the U 15 team for many years with tremendous enthusiasm; in 1984-85 his team achieved the rare feat of being unbeaten! His interests were many, but whether it was a course in car maintenance, playing soccer or basketball against the boys, helping to run the athletics, or organising a small but enthusiastic lunchtime bridge club, he did everything with tremendous zest. He even found time to be the Assistant in the new House, Clifton.

Perhaps his greatest single achievement for the School was the setting up of the Computer Department. He was responsible for designing and installing all the equipment in the new room, and for organising the courses.

Unfortunately he has done it so well that others now wish to make use of his talents!

He is a dedicated Christian and he lived his life according to his beliefs. He leaves us with our grateful thanks for all he has done for the School, and we wish him, Anita, and his family good health and every success in the future.

G.M.S.

J.C.D.

D.J.R.

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Commemoration 11th & 12th July,1986 This year the Commemoration Service was held in the Minster and Prizegiving in the Sports Centre, an arrangement which seemed to meet with general approval. The Dean preached at the Service, reminding us of the importance of our annual festival as a time for taking stock and rededication for the work of the future. He later presided at Prizegiving, when the Head Master in the course of his address said: "It was Thomas Arnold, that famous head master of Rugby in the earlier part of the nineteenth century, who said this: There is nothing so unnatural and convulsive to society as the strain to keep things fixed when all the world is in eternal progress; and the cause of all the evils of the world may be traced to that most natural but most deadly error of human indolence and corruption that our business is to preserve and not improve. It is the ruin and fall alike of individuals, schools and nations.

Arnold's words - improvement rather than preservation - are a timely reminder to those of us who have responsibility for the education of young people. It is too easy for us to assume that schools such as St. Peter's have all the right answers, that what has been good enough in the past will serve us equally well in the years to come. But there is nothing in this future to encourage such complacency. We live under a nuclear threat which Chernobyl has brought home to us (literally and metaphorically) and of which our pupils are understandably conscious; and we live in a society where swift change is altering many of our pre-suppositions concerning careers, work and leisure and in which previously accepted moral standards are increasingly brought into question. In education itself we teachers face new examination systems, new curriculum demands and the real challenge of laying firm foundations for our students' lives, careers and marriages which will be lived out through the first half of the twenty-first century. These then are some of the reasons for heeding Dr. Arnold's warning against the fatal, easy course to preserve rather than to improve. And it is within this context that I wish to give you my first Commemoration report as Head Master of St. Peter's School.

Before moving to my theme - to improve rather then preserve - I have one pleasant and necessary task to fulfil in paying tribute to my immediate predecessor as Head Master, David Cummin, because improvement was surely the hall-mark of his four terms in office. I want to acknowledge his immense contribution to St. Peter's over many years as teacher of history, as housemaster and latterly as Head Master, when he selflessly returned from retirement to guide the School with steady wisdom and great loyalty. St. Peter's owes him a huge debt, and we are glad that he and his wife are enjoying what we hope will be a very long and happy second retirement.

And now to the year that has passed. One of my first tasks was to produce new prospectuses for both St. Peter's and St. Olave's. I am a believer in good publicity: my purpose is not to market the School as though it were a brand of washing powder, which would be a cynical excercise bringing to mind the remark made of Lord Kitchener that he may not have been a good general but he made a good poster. However, it is surely right that this School's history, fine facilities, many educational opportunities are better known to those who are considering us for their children.

Better publicity then is important, but it is well to remember that a school's best ambassadors are its Old Boys and its parents. I take this opportunity of congratulating the Old Peterite Club on reaching its centenary this year. One of my agreeable duties in the last few months has been to attend the various O.P. dinners, to meet O.Ps and to tell them what is happening back in York. I thank them for their welcome on these occasions: we value their continuing affection and interest in us and wish them particularly well for their hundredth birthday celebration to be held here on 27th September.

Our other ambassadors, the parents, also deserve my thanks for their tolerance of me who, at least initially, knew less about the School than they. I thank especially those who have helped set up the Friends of St. Peter's and hope that our parents will appreciate and welcome warm and closer links with the School and its staff. Whatever success we may have in educating their sons and daughters is only achieved with the co-operation and understanding of the parents, and I hope that the setting up of the Friends will contribute to this end. The teaching staff also deserve my thanks at the end of my first year. It is in large measure they who, by their dedication and commitment, have sustained the School through not the easiest of times. Teachers have been much in the news in the last eighteen months. That we in the independent sector have not suffered the disruption and other problems of the maintained schools does not mean that those teaching in schools such as this share none of the concerns of their state sector colleagues. In fact teaching has never been an undemanding vocation. This for instance was written about the profession in 1660: Alas, we that wholly undergo the burden of school teaching can tell by our own experience how laborious it is both to mind and body to be continually intent upon the work and how irksome it is, especially to a man of quiet temper, to have so many unwilling provocations unto passion. Again we call to mind the too much indulgency of some parents, who neither love to blame their children's untowardness nor suffer the master to correct; we remember their general ingratitude for the master's well doing and their open clamour for his least doing amiss.

So you see; little has changed in three hundred years. Teaching is a profession which is not by any standards highly paid; there are special frustrations at the present time with poor promotion prospects for the well-qualified; teaching the young has its own stresses compounded by the nature of today's society and from which we at St. Peter's cannot be completely immune. Also, during this year, the staffhave not only accepted my new system of appraisal but have also endured me on occasions in the back row of their lessons and occasionally as inattentive as some of their pupils.

(One member of staff in an economics lesson said: "And what do you think about the problem, Head Master?" At which I woke up, came out of my reverie and had to admit in front of the whole class that I hadn't heard the 5

question.) They have also all become tutors, each with special responsibility for ten or so pupils; they work what is at the minimum a six-day week; they are committed far beyond the call of duty in term and sometimes in holidays to the School's and their pupils' service, and I thank them sincerely.

As I move on to things academic and mention the letters 'G.C.S.E.' I guess that parents of those in the third year particularly will prick up their ears. They will want to know whether this new examination for which their sons will be the first candidates will be an improvement or whether the familiar 'O' levels were preferable. I believe that overall the new G.C.S.E.s will be better: in general the syllabuses seem more interesting with more relevant content to them, and I think that the new courses will be an encouragement to more imaginative teaching and more comprehensive assessment of candidates' work. Fortunately at St. Peter's we already have valuable experience of the new approach with the pilot scheme 16-plus examinations for which we have already been entering pupils.

However, I do not underestimate the demands which G.C.S.E.'s introduction will make on the teaching skills of the staff and on our financial resources in funding new books and equipment. But it is an exciting challenge, and I believe that we are making the necessary preparations in order to sustain our very creditable record in public examinations and in our pupils' gaining university entrance requirements.

Also in the academic context I would mention some other changes for next year: a modest reform to our third year courses allowing for music and design/technology to be sampled by all our senior school entrants; and a review of our fourth and fifth year options system in the light of the new demands to be made by G.C.S.E. on our timetable.

I hope that parents have found our new tutorial system an improvement. I do not underestimate my own role, for better or worse, in sustaining in the School a high level of academic effort and high standards of discipline (and all which that word embraces: civilised behaviour and an ordered and structured school community with consideration shown for the other members of it). Do not, parents, get too depressed about this. I read this recently: We are living in difficult and dangerous times. Youth has no regard for old age, and the wisdom of centuries is looked down upon both as stupidity and foolishness. The young men are indolent and insolent, and the young women are indecent and indecorous in their speech, behaviour and dress.

The only thing to mention is that it was written in the eleventh century by Peter the Hermit. However, I do believe that the tutorial system involving all members of staff developing under housemasters' guidance close links with relatively small groups of boys and girls can only be to our pupils' benefit. Quite frankly, if we fail to provide the highest possible standards of pastoral care for our students, then we have betrayed both them and their parents who have chosen to put them in our care.

It is customary on these occasions to list a large number of activities and events to illustrate the breadth of the School's extra-curricular life. This 'hidden curriculum' should surely be a very important part of what any good school has to offer, and I was glad to discover that much which is both worthwhile and enjoyable flourished here outside the timetabled lessons. I firmly hold the view that it is the boy or girl who works hard and successfully at his or her studies and is also involved fully in all that the School offers outside the classroom who receives the truly fulfilling education. Gibbon had the right idea when he wrote this of the Emperor Gordian: Twenty-two acknowledged concubines and a library of 62,000 volumes attested to the variety of his inclinations, and from the productions which he left behind, it appears that the former as well as the latter were designed for use rather than for ostentation.

If for 'concubines' you substitute 'clubs, teams and societies' you will roughly get the idea of what I am trying to say. What then has been happening in the extra-curricular area? We have a fine sporting tradition which should surely be maintained: considerable success in rugby, with the first XV having had a particularly good season with notable wins against Leeds Grammar School, Ampleforth and Pocklington; and a cricket XI which has played entertainingly and well. I am pleased that our sports flourish and that our games options offer a relatively wide choice. Our chess teams have been successful, with an appearance in the regional finals of the Times national knockout competition. Our C.C.F. shooting team once again carried off the north-east cadet trophy. We were again top school in the York Junior Chamber of Commerce quiz. Those who saw Joan of Arc or, more recently, Zigger Zagger, will know that we have much dramatic talent, and those who have come to our concerts know that within the School there are many fine instrumental players. Staff resource and commitment have inspired much holiday activity as well: a Rugby tour to Yugoslavia, skiing in the Alps, Snowdonia and the Highlands in winter conditions, C.C.F. camps and expeditions, and trips this summer to Norway and the U.S.S.R. Nor can I let pass without mention the two big charity fund-raising projects of the year: the Rotary Emergency Box Scheme organised by Guy Shuttleworth and that huge undertaking, the sponsored walk, with Barry Daniel in the part of Hannibal (I won't say who were playing the elephants) guiding the School across the North Yorkshire Moors, with that splendid sum of money raised for the hospital paediatrics department. Before I leave this, just a few thoughts and reflections on this hidden curriculum. As I said earlier, the School should surely be a very busy place. Sport should be an important element in the School's life: it is a means to physical well-being ('mens sana in corpore sano' may be an old tag but is not to be sneered at); it can develop poise, self-knowledge and self-confidence; above all it can be fun. But just a cautionary word: sport, games, should not be rated more highly than academic excellence for which above all else the School should strive, and it should never so dominate that those are not good at games and whose talents lie elsewhere should be judged inferior. I hope that things artistic will flourish alongside things sporting: our drama is exciting perhaps there is room for a little more; we have many musical opportunities which will, I hope, be developed in the future; the enterprising sixth form dicussion group could perhaps have some companions, societies which in a less formal manner complement the 'A' level classroom courses. In other words there is surely room at St. Peter's for a few more activities which can touch the spirit and provide an intellectual zest to match the physical rewards of the games field and the sports hall.

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I turn now, Mr. Chairman, to a topic on which parents will be expecting me to comment: co-education. The Governors' decision to extend co-education from September, 1987, below the sixth form of St. Peter's and into St. Olave's is one of considerable significance for the future of the School and a move welcomed by many and opposed by some. Preservation or improvement, to echo Arnold's words once again. For some the preservation of the singlesex status quo below the sixth form is infinitely preferable to what they see as the alternative - the destruction of the School's character and an affront to its history. This is neither the view of the Governors nor myself. It is not the view of almost all the teaching staff. It is not the view of the significant majority of those few parents who responded to the Governors' enquiry concerning the matter. It is not the view of the representative group of Old Peterites consulted by their president. I believe that the School will be taking an exciting and challenging step in the interests of its continuing improvement, a step that reflects a growing trend illustrated by the fact that well over a quarter of Headmasters' Conference schools (of which we are one) and over half of I.A.P.S. preparatory schools are already fully co-educational. What do we hope will be the benefits of this historic change? First of all there are practical and material gains. It will mean resistance to the nationwide decline of boarding numbers and the retention and strengthening of our own boarding with all that this implies for the ethos of the School: a boarding-style pastoral house system for boarders and day pupils alike; a weekly routine which sustains our sporting repute and which provides the time for valuable extra-curricular activities; and a commitment to the School by both staffand pupils far beyond that to be found in a day school with its five-day week. Also, co-education will sustain our high educational standards, the competitiveness of our entry and the consequent academic repute of a more selective school. (It is relevant here that a recent and thorough survey conducted by H.M.C. and I.A.P.S. has shown that no H.M.C. school has experienced a lowering of academic standards as a result of becoming co-educational.) We shall also be responding to demand as increasingly parents find it more attractive for their sons and daughters to be educated at the same school. So these are some of the practical benefits: strengthened boarding and all that that implies for both boarders and day pupils, high academic standards, response to a national trend and to parental wishes. But there is more to be said than this: the schools which have already gone this way have found that co-education has brought with it beneficial changes in attitude, behaviour, relationships and atmosphere. These are improvements which defy quantification, which are necessarily subjective and yet still vitally important. These schools have found that with co-education they have become places which are less tense, healthier, happier and, bluntly, friendlier, with a more natural acceptance and a greater awareness of other people. John Buchanan who took Oakham from being in the 60s a traditional all-boys' public school to being in the 80s the best known co-educational independent school in the country put it neatly: "Become co-educational and rediscover relaxed normality". Already St. Peter's has experienced the civilising and social advantages of having sixth form girls. Would it really be better for this school to be preserved as a museum-piece of increasingly outdated masculinity below the sixth form, or is it not the more positive course to improve it as a school in which boys and girls are educated together and in which the embarrassments and awkwardnesses of late-adolescent coming together after years of single-sex education are avoided. I suggest that the second alternative is the more natural way of growing up and the better means of preparing boys and girls for the adult life that awaits them beyond the classroom walls.

In the course of this report, Mr. Chairman, I have tried to give an impression of what has been happening during this past year. As to the future, much else remains to be accomplished. Our curriculum and teaching resources must be continuously reviewed and improved. Our out-of-school activities must be constantly enriched (and a particular ambition of mine is to see our pupils undertaking some social service among the local community of the City). There are shabby areas of the School which need fresh paint, refurbishment and new asphalt. A special opportunity may come our way if we are able to purchase the Clifton Methodist church hall which would provide us with additional provision for music and careers and primarily a much enlarged and improved school library (a really urgent need, with our present library quite inadequate and under-stocked for a school of this stature). And, unrelated to coeducation, an all-weather surface for hockey and tennis and new squash courts would be most desirable additions to our sports facilities. I very much hope that we will find the means in the medium- rather than the long-term to fund these desirable and necessary improvements.

These then are exciting times to be concerned with education: nationally we have new exams, new ideas, new professional demands; and at St. Peter's the future beckons with new challenges and new opportunities to be recognised, responded to and developed. To preserve alone and not to improve - there lies the easy, complacent path which will surely lead to atrophy and eventual ruin. We cannot keep things fixed when all the world (not least the world of education) is in eternal progress. And it is to this task - the continuing improvement of this great and ancient school - that I as Head Master am dedicated."

The guest of honour, Sir Henry Plumb, M.E.P., presented the prizes, and in a speech which referred to the current conflict in South Africa, he said the government was determined to keep control in the hands of the white community. But he added: "We British, in our colonisation of Africa, never pretended that it would be there permanently." Forecasting that the white government would eventually fall "through the sheer weight of its own political incompetence," he said the British influence and help would still be needed. In another part of his speech he said the European Parliament was a young institution which still had much to learn. "We should learn from political events and realise that political change in a democracy is not just important, it is the very condition of life", he said. "All democratic polticians should recognise that, if major political or social change is forced, there is a risk of conflict and violence. Change cannot be presumed, and it should not be dictated."

We were honoured again by the presence of the Civic Party, led by the Lord Mayor, Councillor Cyril Waite, at both the Service and the Prizegiving.

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Prize List Timothy Lakin Timothy Welburn Ca therine Heslop

NORMAN T. CROMBIEMEMORIAL PRIZE K. H. RHODES PRIZE B.M.A. PRIZE FOR SCIENCE THE DEAN OF YORK'S PRIZES FOR LA TIN-.

Shaun Hullis Douglas Tulley John Jacobs, Paul Thompson Michael Harrison

Senior Junior WHYTEHEAD MEMORIAL PRIZE FOR DIVINITY TOYNE EUROPEAN HISTORY PRIZE GEOGRAPHY PRIZES:

David Birch Nigel Durham Jennifer Ward William Clark Helen Benton, Victoria Rigby

Senior Junior L.C.LE TOCQ PRIZE FOR ECONOMICS SKRENTNY PRIZE BRIAN HOLBECHEMEMORIAL PRIZE JACKBRITTAINMEMORIAL PRIZES FOR MIDDLE

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Adrian Lightly James Mee

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Daniel Conaghan Paul Thompson Anna Campbell, ThomasHowat

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ATKINSON MEMORIAL PRIZES FOR DRAMA CRA VEN MEMORIAL PRIZES FOR SPOKEN FRENCH

Laurent Kssis Justin Gaunt Tharangini Sriharan Helen Benton, Tharangini Sriharan Benjam in Howat David Pyle Nigel Andrews, Jonathan Croft, Alison Kitwood James Semlyen RichardHemsley Paul Bagshaw Peter Nowell

Senior Junior FRENCHESSAY GERMAN PRIZE DRONFIELD PRIZE FOR MA THEMA TICS PRIZE FOR MATHEMATICS PRIZES FOR MA THEMA TICS AND SCIENCE DA VIDSON PRIZE FOR CHEMISTRY ...

WILCOX PRIZE FOR PHYSICS PRIZE FOR COMPUTER PROGRAMMING FRANK PICK PRIZE FOR DESIGN ART PRIZES:

Senior Junior PRIZE FOR CRAFT, DESIGN PADDY POWER PRIZE THE ORANGE-BROMEHEAD MUSIC PRIZES:

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Catherine Campbell Nicholas Chippindale John Cooke Miles Whittaker Mark Davies

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Katherine Potter Matthew Doncaster Gary Brown Edward Carting

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Daniel Conaghan Alistair Fernie AmitBasu Jason Woolley

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"O" Level Results 1986 Grades A, B or C only C. H. Adcock, (5); M. R.K. Bagley, (8); G. P. Bailey, (1); S. R. Barlow, (7)s P. R. Barnes, (10); M. P. Bellingham, (10); T. R. Bletcher, (7); S. J. Branston, (6); M. E. Briggs, (10); P. C. Bryan, (9); A. W. L. Burcham, (4); I. W. Burdass, (7); M. R. Butler, (6); N. M. Chippindale, (6); S. O. Cole, (8); A. T. Comley, (3); J. A. Cooke, (9); P. A. Craven, (5); C. R. Dent, (11); M. R. Doncaster, (9); M. D. Donoghue, (8); N. P. Durham, (12); G. C. Edgecombe, (6); R. Falkingham, (3); A. M. Fernie, (13); M. A. Firby (7); P. L. Firth, (10); P. R. H. Gair, (3); J. Garton, (1), J. Gaunt, (9); A. C. Gibbs, (9); T. G. Gilman, (4); J. D. Grainger, (12); N. J. Grantham, (3); N. Green, (10); M. R. Grewer, (8); R. M. Hall, (10); J. P. Hewitt, (10); C. J. Hill, (10); N. E. Hobson, (5); P.

J. M. Holt, (4); W. Honing, (7); R. E. Hutchinson, (11); N. R. W. Jackson, (10); S. A. Jackson, (6); D. J. James, (10); W. R. S. Lamb, (11); J. M. Laverack, (9); J. M. Lean, (8); J. J. R. Martin, (7); J. H. Mellor, (9); C. Midgley, (4); T. I. Moodycliffe, (7); W. S Moralee, (7); S. L. Morris, (10); N. D. Muirhead, (9); D. N.Normington,(l); A. S Palmer, (3);N. J. Patchett,(6); J. J. Peel, (3); R. K. Peel(10); W. G. N. Pemberton, (8).

D. M. Penty, (7); I. K. Plowman, (9); S. M. Proudley, (5); R. J. H. Quickfall, (12); J. N Renshaw, (4); J. A. Rich,, (5); M. S. Rickman, (12); J. I. Robinson, (10); W. J Robinson, (11); S. P. Sacco, (12); M. D. Spence, (9); J. R. Steane, (10); J. D. Stubb, (5); R. C. Tatterton, (11); R. J. Taylor, (9); M. Tozer, (6); D. G. F. Tulley, (13); J. O. Turnbull, (4); J. W. Wensley, (2); T. B. White, (10); A. W. Wilson, (12).

"A " Level Results,

1986

S. M. Illingworth, General Studies.

J. S. Ironside, French, General Studies.

P. M. Jackson, French, English Literature, History, General Studies.

S. J. M. Jones, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, General Studies.

J. A. Julius, S.M.P. Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, General Studies.

S. D. Kay, M.E.I. Mathematics, General Studies.

S. B. Kerr, Class Civ., English Literature, Religious Studies, General Studies.

J. A. King, Biology, General Studies.

AlisonJ. Kitwood, S.M.P. Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, General Studies.

R. O'B. Knox, Class. Civ., English Literature, Geography, General Studies.

T. Lakin, Art, M.E.I. Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology.

G. M-C. Leung, S.M.P. Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology.

Fiona D. Lockwood, History, Chemistry, Biology, General Studies.

J. R. Marshall, M.E.I. Mathematics, Geography, General Studies.

C. Q. Massey, M.E.I. Mathematics, General Studies.

J. W. Metcalfe, English Literature, History.

PhilippaC.Mutter, Biology.

P. B. Nellis, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, General Studies.

Sally J. Netherwood, M.E.I. Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, General Studies.

J. A. Nield, English Literature, Music, Art, General Studies.

C. N. Peace, History, M.E.I. Mathematics.

KatherineJ.Potter, English Literature, Music, Art,General Studies.

R. N. Prudhoe, M.E.I. Mathematics, Geography, Physics, General Studies.

D. I. Pyle, S.M.P. Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, General Studies.

B.B. Reed, Physics.

S.J. Rhodes, Class. Civ., English Literature, History, Political Studies, General Studies.

Victoria H. Rigby, English Literature, Political Studies, S.M.P. Mathematics, General Studies.

F. J. Ritchie, Economics, General Studies.

R. J. S. Robson, S.M.P. Mathematics, Geography, Physics, General Studies.

R. J. Sampson, Chemistry, Biology, Economics, General Studies.

N. H. Scholefield, English Literature, History, Economics, General Studies.

J.J. Semlyen, S.M.P. Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, General Studies.

Tharangini Sriharan, French, German, English Literature, Music, General Studies.

B.J. Steel, M.E.I. Mathematics, General Studies.

Nicola Stephenson, S.M.P. Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, General Studies.

Susan J. E. Strike, English Literature, Geography.

P. D. Thorpe, S.M.P. Mathematics, FurtherMathematics, Chemistry, Physics, General Studies.

M. E. Torlesse, History, Art, Geography, General Studies.

Mandy Turl, English Literature, M.E.I. Mathematics, General Studies.

A. D. Tweedy, M.E.I. Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, General Studies.

Jennifer M. Ward, French, English Literature, Economics, General Studies.

T. D. Welburn, Class Civ., M.E.I. Mathematics, Economics, General Studies.

D. M. D. White, S.M.P. Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, General Studies.

M. V. G. Whittaker, Class. Civ., English Literature, History, General Studies.

M. W. Winfield, M.E.I. Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, General Studies.

D. T. H. Yap, S.M.P. Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Economics.

H. R. Young, English Literature, History.

Priti Aggarwal, M.E.I. Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, General Studies.

A. Ajose-Adeogun, S.M.P. Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, General Studies.

N.J. Andrews, S.M .P. Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, General Studies.

Elizabeth A. Ashton, History.

N. M. Ashton, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, General Studies.

Vanessa J. Atkinson, S.M.P. Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, General Studies.

P. C. Bagshaw, S.M.P. Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics.

A. D. Banks, M.E.I. Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, General Studies.

Emma K. Bennet, M.E.I. Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, General Studies.

Louisa H. Benton, French, German, English Literature, General Studies.

David J. Birch, S.M.P. Mathematics, Geography, Physics, General Studies.

C. H. Bond, English Literature, Art. C. R. Bosomworth, S.M.E Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, General Studies.

A. M. Bowler, S.M.P. Mathematics, FurtherMathematics, Chemistry, Physics, General Studies.

R. A. Bramley, Chemistry, Geography, Biology, General Studies.

J. Brewster, English Literature, General Studies.

P. J. E. Brierley, English Literature, General Studies.

P. J. Brotherton, S.M.P. Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, General Studies.

P. A. Brown, English Literature, History, Economics.

P. M. Brownbridge, Geography, Biology, General Studies.

D. A. Calderhead, English Literature.

Anna L. Campbell, English Literature, History, Art, General Studies.

Catherine R. Campbell, English Literature, Art, Economics, General Studies.

J. P. Coatesworth, S.M.P. Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics.

S. R. M. Cockerill, English Literature, History.

C. S. Cook, English Literature, Economics, General Studies.

M. A. Coughlin, Class. Civ., Political Studies, General Studies.

M. B. Cowling, Chemistry, General Studies.

J. S. L. Croft, S.M.P. Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, General Studies.

W.P.Davidson, French, English Literature, General Studies.

Narmada H. De Silva, S.M.P. Mathematics, FurtherMathematics, Chemistry, Physics, General Studies.

E. J. C. Eaton, English Literature, Art, General Studies.

R. Falkingham, S.M.P. Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, General Studies.

G. A. Gaunt, M.E.I. Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, (French 1985), General Studies.

D. D. George, English Literature, History, Economics, General Studies.

P. L. Grewer, English Literature, History.

Helen C. Grimston, French, English Literature, Economics, General Studies.

LornaE. Hambly, History.

Katy R. Hamilton, Art, M.E.I. Mathematics, Geography.

M. J. Harris, S.M.P. Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, General Studies.

M. J. Harrison, English Literature, History, General Studies.

C. R. Hemsley, S.M.P. Mathematics, FurtherMathematics, Chemistry, Physics, General Studies.

Catherine M. Heslop, S.M.P. Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, General Studies.

W. T. Hide, French, English Literature, Economics, General Studies.

M. G. Hopcraft, S.M.P. Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, General Studies.

Sarah J. M. Hopkinson, English Literature, M.E.I. Mathematics, Economics, General Studies.

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Careers We became an 'all-in' member of the Independent Schools Careers Organisation (I.S.C.O.) this year, which means that every member of the School is automatically a member of I.S.C.O. without all the clericalwork that seemed necessary before. All members of the Vth Forms, together with most new entrants to the Lower VI were tested through the I.S.C.O. scheme, 113 candidates in all, and each was interviewed, on the basis of the results of the tests and questionnaires, by a member of the Careers Staff. Reports on these interviews were sent to parents and, as far as Vth formers were concerned, these reports provided material for discussion between Staff and Parents at the Vth Form Parents Meeting in March. From next January the Careers Staff will be joined by Mr. R. H. Hubbard after he has attended the obligatory I.S.C.O. Training Course in December.

Some dozen members of the Lower VI applied for and gained places on I.S.C.O. Career Experience Courses during the Easter holidays. Again they all seemed to find the experience both interesting and helpful and some reactions, taken from their reports sent to ISCO after attending the courses, are given below: "The course was very valuable and supplied more than enough information about most of the careers discussed."

"The course was very comprehensive and covered all aspects of the chemical industry . . . overall the course was very valuable to me in letting me know how the industry operates".

"I learned all I wanted to know about management and a lot more that I wasn't expecting. This course has backed up and supported my idea that I should go on a sandwich management or business course."

"Mention must be made of the fluency with which the course ran - there was never a dull moment."

"The course has enlarged my ideas about careers . . . suggesting such ideas as insurance broking, merchant banking and advertising." ' 'The social side of the course was good, as it mixed both arts and science students . .. and we stayed with 50 or so first-year students on sandwich courses."

Details about Career Experience Courses to be held in 1987 will be available in the Careers Room before the end of the Christmas Term, 1986 and those in the Lower VI are strongly recommended to apply for places on them.

We again held a Careers Forum on the first Saturday morning of the Summer Term for members of the Vth and Lower Vlth Forms. This year a record number of careers was represented, mainly by Old Peterites, and a number of new and interesting careers appeared in the list. Again this was a most enjoyable and fruitful occasion, both for the representatives and for the pupils, and we are very grateful to all those who gave their time and energy to the occasion. The same plea is made for lady Old Peterites to come forward - the next Forum will be held on Saturday, May 2nd, 1987.

K.G.C.

Careers Forum Saturday 26th April 1986 Career Fields

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ACCOUNTANCY ADVERTISING ARCHITECTURE APPLIED ARTS AND CRAFTS A UCTIONEERINGANDESTA TEA GENCY(R URAL) BANKING B UILDING, INTERIOR DESIGN, RESTORA TION CATERING, HOTEL MANAGEMENT& RETAIL DISTRIBUTION CR UDE OIL B USINESS DENTISTRY DESIGN ENGINEERING IN INDUS TR Y FARMING GENERAL PRACTICE SURVEYING INCORPORA TINGESTA TE AGENCY HUDDERSFIELDPOLYTECHNIC/P.C.A.S INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT/BREWING JOURNALISM LAW LA WYER IN IND US TR Y MANAGEMENT DEGREE OPPORTUNITIES MARKE TING, SALES & PUR CHASING MAN A GEMENT MECHANICAL ENGINEERING MECHANICAL ENGINEERING/ENGINEERING MANUFACTURE MEDICINE - HOSPITAL WORK MUSICAL AND RECORDING WORLD O UTSIDE CA TERING QUANTITY SUR VEYING SPECIAL LIBRARIES AND INFORMATIONSERVICES SPONSORSHIPS THEATRE (ACTING, MANAGEMENT, OPERA) TOWN & COUNTRY PLANNING/LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND CIVILSERVICE

J. E. H. Quick/all J. C. W. Williams T. Wilkinson D. Reid J. S. Atkinson J. Mills M.J.Nield C R. Stead H. Gatiss S. R. Dench N. P. Monro P. J. Netherwood E. P. Alton J. C. Rounthwaite Dr. J. W. Coomber A. Powell M. L. Warne D. W. Grice/J. A. Mitchell E. M. H. Ranson P. N. Withers A. M. Marsh J.M.L.Dook W. R. Ibberson Dr. T. B. Boulton W. Ashurst M. J. Poynor D. C. Fotheringham A. Gomersall A. Neely M. R. Wroe C. Clarke R.J.H.Skerrett S. M. Maxwell-Scott (North Eastern Secretary)

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Chapel With 1985 came the end of Sunday worship for St. Peter's. The Community Services had been in existence since the old weekly Evensong came to an end. To many of us the pastoral, disciplinary and moral objections to them were important, and when the Head Master concurred, the Sunday services ended.

St. Peter's is not a school oozing religion. It is difficult to quantify faith, but as far as the externals go, we are not outstanding. However, many pupils make use of the various opportunities to receive the sacrament, whether at the regular lunchtime Eucharist on Tuesday, or at the School Eucharist, three times a term. This year I have encouraged the use of servers, so at the School Eucharist in particular, about thirty members of the school, staff and student, have assisted in the formal liturgy of the Church. The more people are used in worship as servers, reader, leaders of prayer etc., the happier we should be. Sadly the choir has been limited by a shortage of trebles, but usually it has contributed an anthem during the Communion. In organizing this side of Chapel I have had the valuable assistance of William Lamb as Sacristan, with Michael Briggs, Robert Peel, and John Davidson as Assistant Sacristans.

With the end of Sunday services there is less opportunity for outside preachers. The Rev Keith Reed, Methodist Minister at Clifton; the Rev Bob Giles, Diocesan Youth Officer, Sister Catherine, O.H.P., Mrs. Pat Le Mesurier of the Children's Society and the Head Master have all addressed the School in the regular weekday services.

I always welcome outsiders coming to address us. What the pupils can achieve in House Weeks is also stimulating, and this year all the houses managed at some point to produce witty, intelligent, well produced or challenging services. Sometimes they were all four, and standards have improved over the years.

I always appreciate Mr. Pemberton's ability to control the occasionally over enthusiastic singing. He now has several helpers who have played the organ during the year: Jonathan Bowden, Russell Gittins, Anthony Wilson and William Lamb. I thank them all.

At the Confirmation, the Bishop of Selby confirmed Rory Houston, James Kinnell, Emma Robinson and Ayo Ajose-Adeogun.

My thanks must go to Mrs. Jean Pulleyn, whose continuing care for the linen is of great value, and to Mrs. Sheila Nix and her ladies for arranging the flowers so well.

Many people assist in the minute details of Chapel: many simply sit, stand and sleep; many take note and act on what they have heard and seen. It is the regular meeting place of the School, and I hope that many will in years to come remember more than yawning through hymns, and grasp the straw of faith.

W.S.G.

Music As this is the last contribution I shall make to the Peterite as Director of Music, it gives an opportunity to look back over 19 years.

Pleasures centre round the areas of expansion of music. The number of pupils learning music increased steadily during the 1970s; the numbers taking Associated Board Examinations rose as did also the grades at which these examinations were taken. It was inevitable that this rise should level off, but a recent tendency to decrease gives food for thought. O and A levels became accepted as normal lines of study and the occasional high flyer with an organ scholarship, choral award, orchestral course or diploma gave encouragement.

The early establishment of a regular orchestra and band were significant events in an environment which previously had not known them, and many of their performances, both in and out of School, are happily remembered. Recently the number of players available for rehearsal has made their existence problematic.

Perhaps the most significant changes in these two decades have been those relating to the choir. I inherited a fine tradition of choral singing from Freddie Waine and was zealous to continue this with regular anthems and settings at the Sunday Evensongs. Changes both in the liturgy and School usage presented problems for a traditional choir and it may be that my belief in the old ethos caused me the sadness of a struggle to maintain an identity for the choir.

Those who have served in the choir have always been loyal and amazingly willing to adapt to unusual situations or imbalance of parts. Thankfully our connection with the Minster has remained and we have proudly taken our place side by side with the Minster choir at the Epiphany Procession each year.

One series of events has gone from strength to strength. The informal concerts were introduced to give any instrumentalist the opportunity to gain the valuable experience of playing in public. In the early days, some persuasion had to be used to ensure a fully subscribed programme, but recently we have had to turn away potential performers if they did not sign up early enough. This is most encouraging and has resulted in many interesting concerts displaying varied styles of music.

The teaching of individual musicians is to a large extent done by our visiting part-time music staff - a faithful team whose names seldom appear in print but to whom we owe a lot. They battle bravely with their timetables (and sometimes other skirmishes) and I thank them for their loyal service over a considerable period. The music staff and the pupils they have produced have been the rewards of my term of office.

K.R.P.

Associated Board Examination Alison Aveyard Nathan Barnes Vincent D. F. Bates David J. Bell JonathanR.Bowden Gary Brown

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Flute Piano Clarinet Piano Piano Trombone Piano

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Oliver Burnett-Hall Thomas O. Cockayne Nigel Dawkins Richard S.Griggs Adrian N. Lightly FionaE.McCrimmon Charles H.Metcalfe

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JamesA.Nield KatheringJ. Potter

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CONCERTS Friday 18th October

Concert in the Chapel.

Programme

Trumpet Tune

The Band March - Officer of the Day Hall Hootenanny arr. Walters Flute. Morceau de Concours Faure NICOI-A STEPHENSON Piano Duet. Berceuse (Dolly Suite) Faure T HAR ANGINISRIH ARAN and K ATHERINE POTTER Piano. 1st movement of Sonata in B flat. K570 Mozart ALISON AVEYARD Trumpet. Prince of Denmark's March Purcell CRAIGSMITH Piano. 2nd movement of Sonata in B flat. K570 Mozart JAMESNIELD Flutes.

Trio: Intrada Franck Quartet: Norwegian Wood arr. Guildford K ATHERINE POTTER, LESLEY HOBBS, NICOLA STEPHENSON, T HARANGINISRIHARAN Piano. Song without words. Op. 102 No.6 Mendelssohn MATTHEW DONCASTER Piano. Wachterlied Grieg ADRIAN LIGHTLY Light Music Ensemble.

1984 E.VanHalen Guitar Prelude Silent Night Bongiovi J AMES NIELD, ANDREW TWEEDY, LISHAM HARRIS: LEMAN HARRIS, JAMES SEMLYEN Roxburgh Piano. Spanish Dancer GARY BROWN Dvorak Flute. Humoresque LESLEY HOBBS Chopin Piano. Preludes in B minor and C minor GARETH GAUNT Grieg Piano. 1st movement of Holberg Suite JONATHAN BOWDEN The Orchestra Schubert Waltzes in A minor and B flat Schubert Marche Militaire Elgar Land of Hope and Glory The Band

Programme T h e Brass G r o u p Canzon: L'Alcenagina Canzon: Banchieriana J ONATHAN BOWDEN, PETER JACKSON, P . N . B , W . R .

Scherzo (Portraits for Flute) ALISON AVEYARD (Flute) Sehnsuchts - Walzer PAUL THOMPSON (Piano) P relude in F minor J ONAH AN BOWDEN (Organ) Sicilienne NICOLA STEPHENSON (Flute) M a r c h from 'Occasional Overture' C RAIG SMITH ( T r u m p e t ) Bolero VINCENT BATES(Piano)

Trombones: JONATHAN BOWDEN, PETER JACKSON, JAMES GREWER, Mr. KINGSBURY.

Tube: CLARE SUMMERS, JASON MELLOR. Percussion: CHARLES METCLAFE Conductor: Mr. RILEY The Orchestra: 1 st Violins: CERI DUNCAN, DAVID PEMBERTON (OP), GARY BROWN, PAUL THOMPSON. 2 nd Violins: ANTHONY WILSON, Mrs, HONING. Viola: HELEN BENTON Cellos: MARK DAVIES, MATTHEW DONCASTER, JASON WRIGHT. Flutes: THARANGINI SRIHARAN, ALISON AVEYARD. Clarinet: M r s . GOFFIN. T r u m p e t : M r . RILEY. Conductor: M r . PEMBERTON. F r i d a y 15th N o v e m b e r Programme Fantasia in D minor JAMESNIELD T r o m b o n e Concerto (last mov.)

JONATHAN BOWDEN Sonata in F (2nd mov.)

CHARLES MINDENHALL Prelude (from Prelude, Fugue and Variation) GARY BROWN S onanta in C (Largo and Menuetto) MARK DAVIS, MATTHEW DONCASTER Berceuse in D flat PAUL THOMPSON Sonata in D (2nd mov.)

JASON WRIGHT Sonata in F (Slow mov.)

RUSSELL GlTTINS Sonata in B flat VINCENT BATES, MATTHEW DONCASTER Waltz and Slow Fox-trot MARK DAVIES, RUSSELL GITTINS

Friday 14th February

Concert in Chapel

Flutes: ALISON AVEYARD, JOSLYN HOULDEN, ADRIAN LIGHTLY, VINCENT BATES Oboe: Mr.GRIFFITH Clarinets: GUNTHER KLAR, PAUL WAREHAM, SIMON JINADU, NICHOLAS RICHMAN, NATHAN BARNES, Mrs. GOFFIN. H o r n s : OLIVER BURNETT-HALL, M r . PEMBERTON. T r u m p e t s : GILES DIXON, SIMON DESAI, JAMES MARTIN, GAVIN PROUDLEY, CRAIG S M I T H .

T h e Waine Concert

Purcell

GAVIN PROUDLEY, JONATHAN BOWEN ArabesqueNo.l Debussy ALISON AVEYARD D u e t in G Loeillet ADRIAN LIGHTLY, VINCENT BATES SonatainF(3rdmov.)

Haydn GARY BROWN Sonata N o . 4 in F (complete) Handel ADRIAN LIGHTLY, MATTHEW DONCASTER S t u d y in D Heller VINCENT BATES T empo di M i n u e t t o Kreisler GARY BROWN ' H o n o u r and A r m s ' Handel PETER JACKSON, THARANGINI SRIHARAN ' T h e sighing wind' Mendelssohn MATTHEW DONCASTER D u o for Violin and Piano in E Thompson PAUL THOMPSON, GARY BROWN Toccata Poulenc KATHERINE POTTER Blues in E flat Arnold PETER JACKSON, JONATHAN BOWDEN, ALISON AVEYARD

Mozart Rimsky-Korsakov

Dusek Franck deFesch Thompson Boismortier Beethoven Handel Seiber

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Banchieri

McCabe Field Bach Faure Handel Lake

Etude No. 1 NIGEL DAWKINS (Guitar) Moderato THOMAS COCKAYNE (Piano) A coy toy JASON WRIGHT (Guitar) Panis Angelicus JAMES GREWER (Trombone) Study in E. Op. 10No.3 ALISTAIR FERNIE (Piano) E tude pour deux doigts J AMES NIELD (Guitar) Monologue in C ANTHONY WILSON (Organ)

GARY BROWN (piano) Herberge (Waldscenen Op 82 No 6) ALISON AVEYARD (piano) Three Portraits. Blues; Vocalize; Threes and Twos.

Brouwer Telemann Dotuland

Air(HolbergSuite)Op40

Grieg

MATTHEW DONCASTER (cello) ALISTAIR FERNIE (piano)

B ourree in G Handel VINCENT BATES (flute); KRP (piano) Valse Russe Bridge ANTHONY WILSON (violin); JASON WRIGHT (cello): KRP (piano) Petite Suite. En Bateau; Cortege; Menuet; Ballet Debussy ALISON AVEYARD, KRP (piano)

Chopin Nield Rheinberger

Concert in Chapel

F r i d a y 16th M a y Programme Haydn S onata in C minor H o b XVI/20. 3rd movement.

PAUL THOMPSON, (Piano) S onata in C minor O p 13 (Pathetique). 2nd movemnet Beethoven ALISTAIRFERNIE (Piano) S onata No.4 in F . Andante; Allegro; Siciliano; Gigue.

Handel ALISON AVEYARD (Flute), JONATHAN BOWDEN (Organ) Sonata in F minor Scarlatti JAMES NIELD (Piano) Invention N o . 14 in B flat BWV 785 Bach VINCENT BATES (Piano) Prelude IX Bach GARY BROWN (Piano) Sonata in B flat. 1st movement.

Mozart MARK DAVIES (Piano) Sonata i n F . 1st movement.

Mozart ALISON AVEYARD (Piano) Guitar Suite in 4 movements Nield JAMES NIELD (Guitar) Grasshoppers' Procession Rautio CRAIGSMITH (Piano) Selection of Songs Neil Young K ATHERINE POTTER, THARANGINI SRIHARAN A Night on a Bare M o u n t a i n Mussorgsky ANTHONY WILSON (Piano) Abschied. Op82 No9 Schumann RUSSELL GITTINS (Piano) Prelude. O p 3 Rakhmaninov MATTHEW DONCASTER (Piano) Sonata. 1st movement Hindemith T HARANGINI SRIHARAN (Flute) K R P (Piano)

Friday 14th March Programme

a. St. Anthony Chorale b. PrinceofDenmark's March

McCabe

ADRIAN LIGHTLY (flute) GARY BROWN (piano)

Franck

Concert in Chapel

Schumann

Brahms Clarke

GAVIN PROUDLEY, CRAIG SMITH (trumpets);

OLIVER BURNETT-HALL (horn); JAMES GREWER (trombone) Quantz Sonata in E Minor. Adagio; Allegro; Menuetto; Vivace.

ALISON AVEYARD (flute); KRP (organ) Bolero Lake T ARIK TUTILL (piano) Gaddy Blues NIGEL DAWKINS (piano) Study in C Cramer EDWARD CARLING (piano) Rhapsody. Op 79 No 1.

Brahms JONATHAN BOWDEN (piano) Concerto in C (1st movement) Vivaldi THARANGINISRIHARAN, NICOLA STEPHENSON (flutes); KRP (piano) Prelude No. 4 Villa Lobos CHARLES METCALFE (guitar) Trio for Flutes (1st movement) Quantz THARANGINI SRIHARAN, NICOLA STEPHENSON, KATE POTTER (flutes) Sonata. Largo; Fuga; Adagio; Menuetto.

Boyce CERI DUNCAN, GARY BROWN, PAUL THOMPSON, JH, (violins); MATTHEW DONCASTER (cello); KRP (piano) Sonata in F. Kp 446 Scarlatti RUSSELL GITTINS (piano) Venetianisches Gondollied Op 30 No 6 Mendelssohn MATTHEW DONCASTER (piano) Prelude inDflat.Op28No!5 (Raindrop) Chopin

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DRAMA Joan of Arc Joan Anna Campbell Beauchamp, Earl of Warwick, governor in Rouen for King Henry VI of England Brian Steel Peter Cauchon, Bishop of Beauvais Peter Jackson Jean des Ursins, Archbishop of Rheims Will Davidson Isabelle Romee, Joan's mother Sally Netherwood Jacques d'Arc, Joan's father David Calderhead Pierre d'Arc, Joan's brother Martin Parkes Robert de Beaudricourt, captain of the town of Vaucouleurs Stephen Kerr His steward Alistair Fernie James Semlyen Bertrand de Poulengey, esquire Charles, Lord Dauphin, later King Charles VII ofFrance Julian Lee Yolande of Aragon, Queen of Sicily, his mother-in-law Jennie Ward Regnault de Chartres, Archbishop, Chancellor ofFrance David Evans Jean le Tremouille, Constable ofFrance James Nield Carl Cook Jean Lemaitre, vicar of the Inquisition at Rouen Jean D'Estivet, promoter Martin Parkes Jean de la Fontaine, Commissioner David James BACKSTAGE: J ohn Brown, Ben Howat, Tom Howat, David Hughes, Dick Hubbard and the cast PRODUCER: I an Lowe

"Joan of Arc" was performed in the Drama Centre on December 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th, of the Christmas Term 1985. The text was mainly Shaw's version, on which the production relied for much of its dramatic impact, but producer Ian Lowe's compilation included other versions of the story, from Anouilh, Seghers, and Brecht. An intellectual stimulus was thereby created, of sharing with producer, actors and writers in probing the enigma of St. Joan - whore, heretic, or saint? Stagecraft was excellent, skilful use being made of the compactness of the Drama Centre, which, with a stage measuring about one metre by ten bisecting the auditorium, gave a remarkable sense of audience participation. Lighting effects were equally successful, focussing attention when required, for example, on a lurid red pyre or (eerily, out of semi-light) on a sophistical interrogator. Lucid articulation was the order of the evening: rarely was a single word, from any actor, inaudible. Contrasting voices, alone, or in choric harmony, from various angles of the theatre, were used most effectively to rivet attention on an emotional crescendo ("Burn, Burn Burn") or to share the pathos of a simple plea.

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Anna Campbell played Joan with captivating maturity and sensitivity. Earnest peasant girl with a divine mission, warrior-leader, and, ultimately, victim - she guided our emotions and thoughts through to the final incinerated shriek. Her own destiny was decided and debated by Church and State above her on the balcony. Brian Steele's Beauchamp, self-consciously steering between poetry and humbug, between ostentatious disinterest and real selfinterest, was complemented by equally fine performances, forcefully articulated, from Peter Jackson and Will Davidson, whose unpriestly lack of interest in human and emotional issues achieved exactly the right effect, of forcing us to look the more diligently at the heroine's moral stature.

This was one of several skilfully worked contrasts. Another was Joan's competence against a "ball and cup" Dauphin. Julian Lee applied stupidity, childishness, and intellectual acumen in nicely balanced doses. "Do you want me to govern?" he asked, with sufficient style and timing to make us wonder if, after all, he was perhaps the instrument and not the object of satire. A fine performance, this. Also convincing and entertaining was the robustious and aggressive Robert de Beaudricourt (Stephen Kerr) balanced against his quaking imbecile of a steward (Alastair Fernie). Amongst the many actors who found the right conviction, there were, in particular, David Evans as Regnault, expostulating and eventually exposing inflexible doctrine, Martin Parkes, an insidious interrogator, David James, David Calderhead, and Carl Cook.

This was a unique performance of scholarship and professionalism - a delight and a challenge to observe.

R.J.B.

Andromaque tragedie de Jean Racine Jeudi30, Vendredi 31 Janvier Eclairage CLEONE PYLADE Dessins PHOENIX Menuiserie Costumes Mise en scene HERMIONE Claque ORESTE

Ben Howat Tom Howat David Hughes Jason Ironside Peter Jackson Simon Kay Ian Lowe Keith Pemberton Jeremy Scurr Tharangini Sriharan Jennie Ward

Eclairage Eclairage Conseils litteraires Coulisses PYRRHUS Prologues Conseils dramatiques Clavecin Coulisses ANDROMAQUE CEPHISE

Martin Bellingham Helen Benton Philip Brierley John Brown William Davidson Mike Dawson Jean Dench Roger Depledge Claire Grimston Michael Harrison William Hide

When the idea of putting on Jean Racine's 17 century tragedy was first conceived, it must have been with some trepidation. It is a complex play that swings the emotions first one way then another - from love and passion, through envy, to hate and revenge. Without doubt the demands put on both actors, actresses, stagecrew and producer Roger Depledge alike, were great, yet three weeks of intensive preparation and total submersion in the roles were to bring about much enjoyment and interest to audiences and to the Upper Sixth involved.

The somewhat complicated plot was made clearer in the programme and further explanation was given in English, between the scenes.

It is true to say that the initial stimulus for the production was the academic purpose of studying a set text. Indeed, it would not perhaps have been one's ideal choice for a School French play. Having sat amongst the seventy strong audience however, one could not but admire the commitment and enthusiasm of the cast. The audience sat back to savour an educationally rewarding experience. It mattered not that the play was all in French, some understood much, others less, some precious little. All however had a taste of real French drama.

Although all the cast gave strong, impressive performances, a special mention must go to Tharangini Sriharan, who played the title role so well, with feeling, fluency and convincing acting ability. The same can be said of William Hide (Oreste), Claire Grimston (Hermione) and Peter Jackson (Pyrrhus).

Thanks go to everyone involved in the play, especially producer Roger Depledge, for providing two evenings of splendid entertainment.

D.M.C.

Zigger

Zagger THE ADULTS

THE SUPPOR TERS Chris Rodwell Atanu Roy Tarik Tutill Leon Panitzke Jason Wooley Peter Nowell

Harry Philton

James Berrington Simon Cove

Zigger Zagger

Lucy Stone Lesley Hobbs

Sandra Glenis BACKSTAGE

Sebastian Walker

Stanley

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Edward Barker Stephen Brown John Davidson Richard Griggs James Mee David Qui ckfall Simon Robinson

Clive Blacker Edward Carling Alexander Gage James Martindale Bruce Morrison Paul Reah Ben Taylor Tom Ward

Tom Howatj Ben Howat,, Sulieman Al Bassam, Anshuman Mondal, Stephen White, and members of the cast.

Philip Barras John Brown Keith Coulthard Barry Daniel Diana Davies Jean Dench Roger Depledge

Les the Uncles & Old Soldier Bursar & Letter Reader Youth Leader Mother Edna Youth Careers Officer & Letter Reader Stephen Griffith Headmaster & Vicar Denis Hurst Magistrate Dick Hubbard Chairman & Letter Reader David Hughes Policeman Peter Kingsbury Teacher & Policeman Paddy Stephen Tutor & Vincent Peter Taylor Army Medical Officer & Letter Reader A Ian Tooms Recruiting Sergeant

Paul Thompson Stephen Griffith Ian Lowe

Musical Adviser Assistant Producer Producer

Poor Harry! A personalised cap symbolised his desperate search for an identity. Pushed into second place by flighty Mum, dismissed as unteachable by his schoolmasters, admonished for hooliganism by the local magistrate, given unlimited advice by Les, discarded by his girlfriend and relegated to the human end of a conveyor belt by the youth employment officer, he found a temporary solution in merging with the indefatigably enthusiastic City football hooligans.

The aspects of Harry's life as the schoolboy, the neglected son, the football hooligan, the job seeker and the lover were characterised by five actors. Peter Nowell played the sixth representation of Harry, who, wearied with the football obsession, hoped to find help in religion, only to be disillusioned again. Harry listened both to the wellintentioned advice from Les, and to the deviant suggestions of Zigger, the leader of the football rowdies. He had neither the will to reject the leadership of the latter nor the initiative to develop the suggestions of the former. When he finally realised his complete hopelessness the help he so greatly needed was not to be found.

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The first impact to the senses must have electrified the audience. The shrill blast of a whistle, the discordant chanting of the football chorus to pop, traditional and hymn tunes and the fighting of fans in the aisles struck an exhilerating if deliberating jarring note in the setting of the Chapel. This contrasted starkly with Harry's tragic aimlessness and so served to emphasise the appropriate choice of venue.

James Berrington and Simon Cove were spirited leaders of the football fans, the former successfully injecting enough nastiness into his polished performance to make it alarmingly convincing. Lesley Hobbs and Lucy Stone as members of the local youth club were not unwilling to be seduced by the attractions of the team and its fans. The latter gave a starry-eyed performance in her adulation of the football team and particularly of the much idolised hulky centre-forward Vincent, who was played by Paddy Stephen.

They were faithfully supported by a fifteen strong horde of committed City fans who proved themselves healthily sound in wind and limb. Philip Barras was excellent as the kindly but unimaginative brother-in-law who offered Harry a certain stability and worthy advice. However, opportunities offered as conventional packages did not exactly fire Harry's imagination. Diana Davies gave a provocative performance as a flighty and neglectful Mum. Barry Daniel was the trained youth leader who welcomed new members but took a tough line against those who proved themselves to be not so welcome. Stephen Griffith doubled as censorious headmaster and football crazy parson, and Roger Depledge as youth employment officer gave a subtly witty description of the journey of bottles of jam through a conveyor belt system.

The apse at the east end of the chapel was admirably shaped to simulate a football stadium, and the strategic lighting of smaller stages isolated the drama in Harry's home and Edna's sitting-room. Against this background centre stage was adapted and re-adapted for the changing scenes of Harry's limited existence. Backstage assistants deserve thanks for their imagination and efficiency in creating the right effects.

The play was sensitively interpretated by Ian Lowe and his assistant producer Stephen Griffith. This was one of Ian Lowe's theatrical coups during the last year. His productions are not to be missed.

N.A.B.

Societies Chess After the dramatic improvement in the quality of chess at St. Peter's under John Round in 1984-85, the season '85-86 was one of successful consolidation more than heady progress. That said, in terms of results alone the year was one of the best ever, but this was partially due to the low average standard of opposition.

The School started with two teams in the York Schools Chess League and one in the Evening League.

Unfortunately this proved too many matches for some people, and at the end of November, with the team in the top half of the table, the regrettable decision was taken to withdraw from the Evening League. This deprived Peterites of any adult opposition, and from that time on only two teams of any quality were encountered. Perhaps it would have been better to withdraw from the Junior League if two matches a week were too much: it is all very well winning 5-1 or 6-0 every week, but only through losing to stronger (i.e. adult) opposition can you improve your chess.

The two St. Peter's teams dominated the local junior chess scene: in the knockout competition the As beat the Bs in the final; in the league the Bs were third and the As convincingly top with 64V2 points out of a possible 72. Junior chess in York, albeit a welcome innovation, is still in its nascent stages, and the A team was grossly over-experienced to participate as matches that finish in an hour or less (often very much less) are not profitable to either side.

However this league provides a valuable breeding gound for younger players.

The team's run in the Times Schools National Knockout event exceeded all expectations. After a fortunate first round bye we beat Andrew Marvel School, Hull, 31/2-21/2 in a closely fought encounter, and then in the semi-final of the Yorkshire and Humberside region our opponents were John Leggot College of Scunthorpe. On reflection they were much better than us, but gritty determination by the whole team coupled with flashes of individual brilliance inspired what was certainly the best result of the year. Richard Quickfall gained our first point, and then Stuart Mills surprised his much older opponent with a dazzling combination for a back rank win. Andrew Bowler struggled valiantly against a highly-skilled adversary, who had represented England at junior level, without giving anything away, and with the score at 2-2 and the captains' game heading for a draw, the board 3 match became crucial. Level on material entering the endgame, Alistair Fernie suddenly discovered from nowhere a subtle pawn move that destroyed his opponent's position and won the match for St. Peter's. In the regional final the team succumbed to the better experience of Hymers, who had won the zonal stage three times in recent years, but not before Richard Quickfall and Alistair Fernie had salvaged some pride with defiant draws.

Internal chess did not take off in the Christmas term, perhaps lacking the guiding hand of a master, but in the Easter term a very successful Swiss five-minute event was organised with sixteen participants. Andrew Bowler won with maximum points followed by Alistair Fernie and Derrick Yap with one and two defeats respectively. The interhouse competition was contested with customary ferocity and passion. The favourites the Grove, despite losing two players of the winning 1985 team as defectors to Clifton, retained the title by beating Dronfield 3-2 in a repeat of last year's final.

Other happenings worthy of note included: the TSB-sponsored YDCA junior congress, where Andrew Bowler and Richard Quickfall at U18 and Stuart Mills and Stephen White at U15 picked up prizes; the chess club dinner, which turned out to be a great success and, it is hoped, will become an annual fixture; and the vivid if lengthy chess reports which thrilled countless members of the School on Saturday mornings.

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It only remains for me to thank on behalf of the teams Andrew Bowler for his able captaincy and tireless organisational fervour, the various masters who so generously provided transport, and the Chaplain for being so tolerant throughout.

A.M.F.

Playing A Team Matches A.M. Bowler A. M. Fernie S.W.Mills D.T.H.\ap R.J.H.Quickfall A.W.L.Burcham

Av. Bd. 1.00 2.37 2.50 3.63 4.52 5.62

PL 23 19 18 19 21 19

W. 11 8 10 14 13 15

D. 4 8 2 0 5 0

L. 8 3 6 5 3 4

%

56.5 63.2 61.1 73.7 73.8 78.9

Records B Team Matches A.D.Banks M.E. Briggs M.J. Copley P.Jackson L. C. Kssis B.Pattison

Defaults 0 0 1 1 2 3

Also played: M.J. Copley W2, LI; L. C. Kssis W2; M. E. Briggs Wl, Dl; J. P. Hewitt Wl; and A. Bsau, A. D. Banks, B. Pattison, T. C. Tutill and C. S. Scholes.

PI. 8 9 9 6 9 8

W. 7 7 3 4 2 4

D. 0 1 0 0 0 2

L. 1 1 6 2 7 2

%

87.5 83.3 33.3 66.7 28.6 62.5

Also played: S. C. T. White W2; P. M. Thompson Wl; A. N. Buck Wl; and P. J. Brotherton and A. Basu.

The Debating

Society

In a successful year the Society has met regularly during the Christmas, Easter and Summer terms. A total of nine debates provided many members with an opportunity to speak and attendances were good, with much lively comment from the floor of the House. The meetings have become popular and enjoyable occasions due to the high standard of debating.

A wide variety of subjects for debate was covered, including arguments about the age of majority, nuclear weapons, the Common Market and the great athlete/aesthete controversy: whether sportsmen have more success than intellectuals. On this occasion they did, but only after a recount. A balloon debate in the Christmas Term was enjoyed both by the audience and the speakers, who ranged from the effervescent Ms Sylvia Gloop to the Xmas turkey and the Invisible Man. Aristophanes, as portrayed by Stephen Kerr, won the debate after convincing the House of his hero's outstanding features. The Debate Dinner was held in the Summer Term after a debate in which Mr. David Cummin and Mr. Robin Pittman argued the pros and cons of a University education. The Society would like to thank the two Headmasters and all the other speakers who, throughout the year, have contributed so much to what is now one of the most flourishing School societies.

D.N.C.

Computing Computing has continued to flourish as a spare time activity this year, with the one period a week taught to the third forms as the spring-board for interest. There is a shift in emphasis taking place in school computing, away from programming and towards the use of computers as a tool in a variety of applications. The activities in the computer room have reflected this shift during the last year. The most popular package to arrive has been a graphics 'painting' program, which has led to a display of'computer art' at the back of the hall. Towards the end of the summer term, a game involving programming a robot to destroy all others created almost fanatical interest and resulted in the computer room being packed in every moment of spare time. I hope that this sort of interest can be maintained, as computing is gradually becoming a more and more important part of every day life. The more pupils are acquainted with the wonders of modern technology when they leave school, the better the job we will have done.

D.J.R.

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The

'EMERGENCYBOX*Appeal

About fourteen years ago the Rotary Club in Great Britain started this scheme to help people, in any part of the world, who had been hit by a disaster. The idea was to have a store of 'emergency boxes' available to be sent to the devastated area at a moments notice. Each emergency box was to contain the essentials for a family of five, who had lost everything, to survive; clothing, shelter, cooking equipment, tools, bedding and toys, but not of course food.

Because of three big appeals for help in the last eighteen months, the store of boxes has been reduced greatly, and the School was asked to help. Many of the items for the box were obtained through the generosity of boys and girls in the School, but some had to be new, like the first aid equipment, so that the Committee of Mrs. Shuttleworth and representatives from each of the Houses decided to have a 'non-uniform' day. This event proved to be a great success and raised over £100, and enabled the Committee to complete two boxes.

The Committee wish to thank everyone for their support and help in making the appeal such a success.

G.M.S.

Sponsored Walk The School wishes to thank all those, including many parents and others, who so generously gave encouragement and support to the School's Sponsored Walk on 1st May which raised over £9,000 for York District Hospital's paediatric department.

Especially appreciated was the generous sponsorship given by the following concerns: Arena Bootham Engineers pic Burton Stone Inn (Lex & Lorraine) Clifton Carpet Centre Clifton Curtain Centre Clifton Garage

Clifton Hardware Cross of York (Fish Merchant) House & Sons (Electric) Ltd. Howard's of Clifton (Butcher) Ingleby's Luxury Coaches Leedhams (York) Ltd.

Maxiprint Midland Bank pic Mulberry Hall Saville Audio Visual Ltd. Shepherd Building Group Taylor's of Clifton (Fruiterer & Florist)

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Joseph Terry & Sons H. Watson & Son (Builders & Contractors) Whitings Delicatessen Wilkins (Newsagents) F. W. Wood & Son (Chemists) J. C. Wood & Son (Butcher)

EXPEDITIONS Skye 1985 . . . the same day were all the fountains of the great deep broken up, and the windows of heaven were opened. And the rain was upon the earth...

(Genesis 7:11,12) We drove through Glen Shiel in a steady downpour. It was still raining as we left the car-ferry at Kyleakin; and although there had been occasional lulls we halted the bus on the shores of Loch Slappin under a deluge and prepared for our excursion. My waterproofs were in my rucsac - in the trailer. I should know better. . .. and of cattle after their kind, of every creeping thing of the earth after his kind...

(Genesis 6:20) Grazing cows on the other side forced us to make a damply uncomfortable pitch on the right bank of the Allt Aigeinn. I know why it is called "The Burn of the Abyss": I fell in it during our splash back to the bus thirty-six hours later. But perhaps it was better than "The Burn of Misfortune" one corrie to the south. The creeping things were slugs in superabundance. The barometer showed 1010 when we went to bed at nine o'clock. When we got up twelve hours later it was at 998. By such signs did God suggest to Noah that the next shower might be something special.

In the morning you are all speechless, owing to having caught severe colds in the night; you also feel very quarrelsome, and you swear at each other in hoarse whispers during the whole ofbreakfast time.

(Three Men in a Boat) On Tuesday we went up Garbh-bheinn by the North-East ridge from Bealach ne Beiste. Though we plodded up most of the way in mist, the sky brightened; and we managed to scramble down the South-East ridge with only one false cast on the way. A small group descended from the col to the tents, while the rest of us carried on over Sgurr nan Each. Fifty feet of moderate scrambling on gabbro was more exciting than the "steep and rough terrain" of the walkers' route: it made an enjoyable day.

Today started rottenly but it was a good day afterwards. We had to pull down our tents and breakfast in icy rain. I had brought no gloves and felt my fingers were going to fall off.

(Letters From Iceland) Because weather conditions can be very local on Skye, we drove north on Wednesday, to camp below the Old Man of Storr in Trotternish. After some hours sight-seeing and a large meal, James Hall, Mark Chapman, Mark Carpenter, Barney Hopton and I set off to the top of the nearby ridge, more for the exercise than because it was particularly special. Indeed, its chief features were rotten rock and rabbits. Some day, one of those bunnies will dig a tunnel too many and the entire escarpment will disintegrate. . . . I did get to sleep in the end only to be woken by a clammy thing on my face like some very unpleasant beauty treatment - which turned out to be the tent. . . There was a frightful noise of rain outside and the whole tent was caving in under i t . . .

(Letters From Iceland) So we tried again, this time setting up our tents on the Staffin to Uig road just below the Quiraing Pinnacles. This is an area of most spectacular rock architecture. The upper cliffs of the escarpment have slipped into stacks of rock which lean and tilt at crazy angles. They look inaccessible (their name means "pillared stronghold") but it is possible to scramble amongst them and eventually to find yourself on the summit of one, the Table. Although showers blew over us now and again, the afternoon was fine and we entertained ourselves with a walk round the base of the pinnacles, then back over the summit of Meall nan Suiramach, and finally into the stronghold itself. That evening, by which time the weather had returned to normal, we explored the northern coastline of Skye. We were all drenched by a sudden squall at Duntulm Castle.

The night outside is damp. Doubly damp in fact, (a) because there is a Scotch mist, (b) because in our efforts to do the right thing... we have pitched camp on the the edge of a ravine and in the spray of a waterfall.

(Letters From Iceland) But on Friday our luck repaid the rest of the week: we drove south again, to Sligachan, and Sgurr nan Gillean was clear of cloud. This "Peak of the Young Men" is probably the best known and most frequently ascended peak in the Cuillins, but even its Tourist Route is fairly said to "require a certain amount of nerve". It is not a walk which you can do with your hands in your pockets.

The entire party went up the South-East ridge - a route which possesses the curious distinction of starting almost due north of the summit. The path begins in a steady plod over moorland and slightly rising ground, and then works its way across the western side of Pinnacle Ridge. In Coire Riabhach there were a number of different parties, but as we came nearer the ridge the crowds thinned out. The first real feeling of space comes from the view into the Lota Corrie as you step onto the crest of the ridge and turn up right onto the narrower sections. No moves are difficult, but there are big drops below your left boot. Suddenly there isn't very much below your right boot either, and then the mountain in front of you stops as well, and you have arrived.

It is always satisfying to traverse a mountain rather than going down it the way you went up. The West Ridge of Sgurr nan Gillean is graded as a Moderate rock climb; but this was a very strong group and Cuillin rock is sound, so 21

that descent was offered. D.J.H. went down the Tourist Route with David Briggs, Michael Blisset, Giles Dixon, Elizabeth Ashton, Barney Hopton, James Hall, Matthew Torlesse, James Morris and Richard Robson; while R.B.D. descended the West Ridge with Jonathan Robinson, James Leonard, Mark Carpenter, Kevin Sim, Scott Sim, Mark Chapman, and John Marshall. Both routes made a long day for the party - the more so for those who needed ropes here and there - but the whole walk stands out in the memory as a very successful mountain day.

Noah began to be an husbandman, and he planted a vineyard: and he drank of the wine, and was drunken . . .

(Genesis 9:20,21) We had less time and more restraint than Noah: the bar at the Sligachan Hotel served brief refreshment. It was just beginning to drizzle as we left Skye in the early evening. We found a campsite on the back road above Dornie and settled down to treating the walking wounded and assessing the damage to tents - which was such that three of the party were forced to sleep in the bus while both members of staff had been evicted to their bivvy bags outside.

Whatever doubts we had about sensible courses of action for Saturday were dispelled by the sight of Glen Shiel in the morning - or rather, by the fact that we couldn't see Glen Shiel. Indeed, it was still raining as far south as Glencoe on our journey home.

In conclusion, it would be well to accentuate the fact that bad weather conditions affect the peaks and ridges of Skye to a greater extent than any other British mountains.

When the roar of the Atlantic is borne upwards on the gale, and the spindrift tears in mad hunt across the exposed ridges, . . . the real terrors and dangers of the grim Coolin are all too apparent to the climber who is clinging, "with every pulse alive and every nerve athrob," to the crest of these storm-shattered giants.

(The Complete Mountaineer 1907) D.J.H.

Snowdonia 1985 A large party of pupils, ex-pupils and staff set off on the now annual visit to Snowdonia at 10.30 a.m. on Sunday 15th December. Ahead of us lay a long journey, not made any easier by an incorrectly adjusted throttle spring, and three ardous and demanding days of hill walking and climbing.

The first day was mercifully dry, yet windy, and the party split into three groups of varying abilities. Moel Siabod was conquered by a group of'first timers' while for those with the experience of previous years Mr. Hughes led a party up the N. Ridge of Tryfan and over both Glyders. The remainder took off, up Grib Goch, with Mr. Daniel, to climb Snowdon.

Our luck ran out on the second day, and the chief memory, no matter where anyone went, was of low cloud and rain. However, not deterred, Mr. Hughes again tackled Tryfan via the North Ridge and then both Glyders. The rest walked up Snowdon passing Gladstone's Rock and Bwlch Main. A cold and soggy lunch was eaten at the summit.

On the way down the rain eventually eased but the prevailing cloud failed to provide us with a view and we soon desecended on the Watkin back to Hafod.

Again two groups were formed on the third day; Mr. Hughes, this time blindfold, climbed Tryfan; Messrs. OwenBarnet and Stephen took a group over the Carnedds and, unusually, Mr. Daniel stayed in the valleys to look for a "Friend."

The three day holiday, despite being physically tiring even if you are fit and downright hard work if not, was very enjoyable, especially coming as it does just before the gluttony of Christmas. Thanks must go to all concerned (Messrs. Daniel, Owen-Barnett, Stephen and Hughes) for continuing to organise and run the trip.

S.J.M.J.

Sixth Form Ski Trip to Vars, France Comfortably seated on the luxury coach, the heckling began as a last minute passport check took place. Thus arose the 'Yellow Hat' award, given daily to the person whose actions were deemed to be the most ridiculous; this lurid garment, topped with a huge pom-pom became the central attraction, announcing to all and sundry that its owner was to be avoided at all costs. Congratulations to Richard Prudhoe and Sally Netherwood for being the first to be given this prestigious award on the pretext that international travel does not require passports.

The party was still intact when the dawn chorus beckoned us to the slopes via the Skihire shop. Did Vars know what was about to hit it? The locals were beginning to shake as the 'Bomber Brigade' revealed themselves. These five Musketeers, Christopher Bond, Peter Brotherton, Richard Bramley, Andrew Mclnnes and Richard Robson sought the sensation of speed, but mainly experienced that of cold snow. Soon to be reduced in numbers when a wall of snow stepped out in front of Andrew Mclnnes, they continued to show the French that Martin Bell was not the only Englishman to be frightened of this year.

Not all the antics were the property of the pupils. Drafted into action on her first day, Mrs. Shepherd and 'Action Man' began a game of'Let's get lost' with the beginners. A gentle morning's skiing turned into a mission which was almost impossible. All returned safely, though Sid 'Poma' Ironside resorted to the local bus service rather than spend more time on his back in a snowdrift.

One of the assets of Vars is that it has an interlinking lift system with the resort of Risoul. Two journeys were undertaken each with surprises. Vicky Rigby was keen to demonstrate the new S.O.S. position, which usually ends in being spreadeagled in the snow. Peter Allan and Sholto Stewart illustrated their cultured attitude to music with a soft and harmonious rendition of Beethoven's Fifth. Others grumbled to the tune of'Have you brought the right lift pass, baby?' when the lift attendants refused to accept our lift passes. Jonathan Croft gave one French attendant the 22

opportunity of practising his gymnastics by leaving the rucksack on the chairlift. Meanwhile Sid mastered his first draglift of the week which enabled him to witness that the age of romance was not yet dead as Richard Prudhoe and Vanessa Atkinson kissed on the chairlift as the sun softly set behind the mountains.

Good snow conditions did not prevent a series of wonderful nominations for the yellow hat. Richard Carr excelled himself when hanging onto a drag lift upside down whilst David Hall survived the rigours of a week's skiing only then to give himself a black eye by throwing a pool ball at himself. Monoskiing was the order of the last day as the slopes became littered with falling bodies, whose legs were firmly stuck together.

The apres-ski was active and varied, with the highlight being a drag cabaret act in a neighbouring hotel on the last night. The Schuss Bar became a regular meeting place whilst a toga party allowed Simon Desai to demonstrate his powers, accompanied most elegantly by Sally Netherwood and Emma Bennett, whilst Ben Lowes flew the Scottish flag by wearing a tartan toga. Other entertainment included skating and creeping from room to room (yes, Paddy, that includes you!) whilst others found themselves underneath their beds!

Finally, on behalf of all the members of the group, we would like to thank Mr. Cranville, Mr. Stephen and Mrs. Shepherd for being so patient and organising such an enjoyable trip.

The Cairngorms

- 1986

Once again this Easter, a small group headed north with Messrs Barry Daniel and David Hughes in search of snow and ice in the Scottish hills. Recent news had told of "record winds" in the Cairngorm Mountains and so it was not without some apprehension that we boarded the School bus with rucksacks full of woolly jumpers and dehydrated food and began our long journey.

It was late afternoon by the time we parked the bus near Cock Bridge, put on our boots and set off into the hills, leaving a note which certainly wasn't giving away much of our intentions: "BACK BY THURSDAY". There was a cold wind blowing but we were thankful to have been spared the storm force winds of a few days before. As night drew on it began to snow and after walking for about an hour and a half we stopped and pitched camp. Some of us had some difficulty putting up our tents but with a bit of help from the rest, we were all soon cooking our evening meal. Philip Eastwood positioned what to those in the know was a 'one-man bivvy bag' but looked to the rest of us more like a glorified bin liner with a zip in one end, at the top of a snow covered slope and woke up the next morning somewhat puzzled at the bottom of it.

The next day proved to be about as perfect as a winter's day in the Cairngorms can be: it was clear with some sun and blue skies, although there was still a cold breeze. We walked a few miles and then pitched our tents at the foot of Ben Avon, had a brew, and set off again up the mountain. A while later, we reached a plateau where we slumped down in a great breathless heap. There were naively satisfied cries of "so, here we are, at the summit!" A smile crept onto David Hughes' face as he passed some remark about the fact that we were only a quarter of the way up. We plodded on. There were some spectacular views that afternoon; of the spindrift being blown over the silhouette of the mountain, highlighted by a bright sun. Tired, somewhat chilled and hungry, we returned to our tents. Cooking was not much fun and quite a lot of steaming hot water was spilled in some tents. Next morning, we found out from a rather irate Scottish crofter that we had unwittingly camped in the valley where his deer came down to feed.

Subsequently his deer were not fed for two days. We only caught one glimpse of them, running off up the mountainside away from us. This second day was spent walking up Garbh Choire in search of some ice climbing.

The weather had turned colder and so everyone was glad to find themselves back at the tents.

By now, quite a few of us were blistered or just very tired and so were looking forward to the short walk back to the bus.

The return journey was uneventful until Perth where we had to stop for an hour to have a fuel filter unblocked.

We would like to thank Mr. Daniel and Mr. Hughes for all their hard work which went into organising yet another wholly enjoyable trip.

D.J.M-S.

Middle School Ski Trip Twenty boys and three staffgathered at School around midnight, 10th April, looking forward to the week of skiing ahead of them, if not to the six hour coach journey to Gatwick. However the coach journey and flight went quickly and soon we had arrived at Jiins, a little village four miles from the resort.

As soon as we arrived we were fitted for boots and skis and then spent our time selecting rooms and inspecting our hotel. Next came the running up of internal telephone bills - not knowing at this stage that these were being recorded!!

In the morning we were kicked out of bed, literally in some cases, at 7 o'clock and assembled waiting for the bus that would transport us like sardines to the slopes.

We met our ski instructors Roman and Sep both of whom were called by more interesting names - not suitable for the Peterite!

Sep didn't seem very well the first time we met him, by the end of the week we knew why. A sailor has a girl in every port, well this instructor had one on every slope!

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Most of the beginners spent the first day doing snowman impressions and occasionally emerging from the snow to breathe and offer a painful grin.

Back to the hotel for the evening meal at which the "Yellow Hat" was awarded for the first time. This daft bright yellow hat with a huge bobble was presented to the idiot who made the biggest fool of himself during the day, and had to be worn throughout the next day.

The yellow hat caused much amusement as nominations flooded in. However by the end of the week certain members of the party had cornered the market. For example Mark Camacho won it on his fourth attempt for depositing our very pleasant ski rep into a local swimming pool. Chris Gummery not only attempted to get onto a one man chair lift with somebody else but also chatted up an attractive girl on a T bar only to hear her reply "No, I'm here with my husband"!! Philip Sawkill gained the most prestigious nomination which enabled him to wear the hat on our return journey. This caused a great deal of consternation amongst customs officials both at Munich and London Heathrow.

The week was dotted with spectacular falls and unintentional stunts. Philip Brown, our only member of the 3rd form, amazed us all when he decided that skiing forwards was too easy for him so he snowploughed and then paralleled backwards down the slope until he hit a large bump and turned and continued as if nothing had happened.

Simon Barlow took on a very steep piece of off piste skiing; neither we nor his skis thought this was a good idea so we and his skis remained at the top; unfortunately he didn't!!

Dominic Clavell and Tim Cooper both had dramatic high speed crashes; both were identified later to be attempts to gain sympathy from attractive Austrian girls. Talking ofAustrian girls, we were very fortunate to have some super waitresses in the hotel. However attention from the staff got too much for Andrea, who emigrated to Australia!

By the end of the week everybody had improved tremendously. Adam Atkinson, in his first week's skiing, ended by skiing macho-style down from the top of the mountain. However improvement was not just left to the skiing.

Posing became an art with much more effort going into impressing the local talent than the ski instructors. Thanks must go to Messrs Stephen, Cranville and Mason for their organisation and for taking the holiday. A great time was had by all and our thanks to theni and the hotel and resort staff.

D.M.J.C.,T.EJ.C.

Lower Sixth Geography Field Trip 1986 This year's trip was organised for the Lower Sixth geographers to go to a National Park 'Study Centre' for a week of fieldwork as part of the A level course. We arrived at 'Losehill Hall' and were pleasantly surprised by the spacious accommodation in the former private house, and also the extensive gardens.

We arrived around 4 p.m. and had an introduction later in the evening to the rest of the course. Little did we realise the spare time we had that afternoon and evening was going to be longer than the rest of our spare time put together, or at least so it seemed! In the introduction we learned about the Peak District National Park and its aims of preserving the countryside from distasteful building, providing largely uninhibited recreation for the public and preserving wildlife and protecting the local population, maintaining that they keep them in employment.

The next day we learned we were going to find out how to calculate predictions of extent of flooding by rivers and streams due to large rainfall. This involved going out measuring many different features of streams and a river - for those who did swim, they learnt that Peak District rivers are not very warm even in July. After much hard work all the necessary data was collected; its interpretation took us until around half-past ten at night, using complex computer programs. One hypothesis of some was proved wrong by the calculations - that water flow is not faster in streams when the gradient is steeper. Our lady tutor, who was very keen, full of fun and who had spent last summer in the Arctic, explained all the complications extremely clearly and well and we all agreed she did an excellent job.

On Wednesday, the third day, we had a similar programme but the work involved was to do with slope, especially scree analysis, and proved just as interesting as the previous day's work.

Thursday involved our visiting an area of land, around 1,200 acres, including several tourist attractions which are used extensively - one is Stanage Edge which is one of the main rock climbing areas in the country. This land is managed by the Peak Park Joint Planning Board, who are at present devising a plan for the much visited estate. Groups of us were assigned to represent interested groups, for example Tenant Farmers, Ramblers Association, Nature Conservancy Council, British Mountaineering Council and so on. In the evening we were to present in front of all the geography party (all of St. Peter's and around a dozen from other schools) our management plans for our different interests. This proved very interesting, especially when Mark Plummer, representing the British Mountaineering Council, decided essentially to build a main road through the area and even develop a small shopping centre and met severe and heated opposition from the farmers, who were to be evicted! At the very end of all this, Mr. Coulthard, who was with us this year, spoke with perhaps more sense than all put together, avoided interruptions with grace and finally won a large round of applause from everybody.

Following this, everyone descended into the nearby village of Castleton and 'unwound'.

The weather remained very good apart from a few heavy showers on the Tuesday, the meals were very good, and everyone enjoyed the week very much indeed - there were certain highlights and interesting episodes, and the talent of our tutors and the experience of Mr. Coulthard made it all very worthwhile; thanks to all involved.

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"Don *t Mention Lenin!"

School trip to the Soviet Union After a long day of travelling the group of eighteen members arrived to a rather hostile reception at the Soviet customs and immigration. However, all got a good night's sleep at the Hotel Sevastopol, in Moscow. This hotel and the Hotel Karelia in Leningrad were excellent.

At every meal time the group had to bear the horrors of Soviet cuisine. There was a large variety of food including Chicken Kiev (with two heads!)

The stay in Moscow included visits to the Kremlin, the Lenin Museum, the Exhibition of Economic Achievement and the Bolshoi Theatre, which were all excellent. However, the more the group got to see of Lenin the more we got sick of him. On every street corner there was a statue of Lenin, on every wall a picture of him, the shops were filled with his books and the tour of his museum was a gruelling two and half hours long! Luckily, or unluckily, as you see it, the group was unable to see his tomb or more to the point, his body.

The most surprising thing in Russia was the cost of everyday objects. A ride on the Metro cost the equivalent of 5p, Lenin books 16p. But calculators and watches cost about £100! So it was no surprise that some Russians offered members of the group vast amounts of money for a 'Walkman' or 'trainers'. However, any money made illegally had to be spent in Russia because the law prevented you taking out more money than you came in with.

The language problem was overcome with great difficulty. Only Paul Thomson could speak Russian. When Jason Wright was shouted at by a Russian woman he replied, "But I am a British Citizen!" and everybody laughed.

The Russian guides, nicknamed 'Olgas' spoke excellent English. In Leningrad one 'Olga' was telling the group some information whilst some members of the group were talking amongst themselves. She shouted, "will you stop talking and listen!" (She was a teacher).

Leningrad was a much friendlier city than Moscow. The overnight train journey was well worth the effort. The group visited the War Cemetry, the Russian Museum, The Hermitage (the Winter Palace) and the Peter and Paul Fortress. The Hermitage was the most spectacular of the lot. A visit to a circus was not well received because the animals were treated cruelly. There was even an optional boat trip and visit to the rebuilt Summer Palace.

The only reminder of Communism in Leningrad was when the male guide, Mikhail, said, "You have the right to a breath of fresh air"!

The return journey to England was uneventful.

The trip was thoroughly enjoyed by all. It was excellent. Many thanks are due to Mr. Drysdale and Mr. Griffith who made the trip successful. We all look forward to the next visit.

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The Weather 1985-86 We returned in September to high temperatures; indeed the maximum temperature on September 12th reached 25°C. Though temperatures began to fall steadily, October came in on a high note the 1 st of the month achieving 26.75°C. Throughout this period the minimum temperature fell to a single figure during only one night, that of September 18th/19th when it reached 8°C. September was a relatively dry month with only 12.2 millimetres of rain falling in the first three weeks of term; over 7 of these fell in the night of 20th/21st September. This period was characterised by high pressure and these conditions continued through October and into the half-term break. After its warm start October never quite reached the same high temperatures, though the maximum temperature never fell to a single figure until the 30th, when it reached only 9.5°C, following a cold day in which the air temperature at 8.15 a.m. was 8°C. In the middle of the month the minimum temperature fell, reaching only 1.5 °C and 2°C on successive nights, October 17th/18th and 18th/ 19th. Presumably we had ground frosts on those

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nights; unfortunately we could no longer record these as our terrestrial minimum thermometer had lost the argument with a grass cutter! In October 35.75 millimetres of rain fell, most of it in the early part of the month, with 25.6 falling in the 24 hours up to the morning of October 6th. November was, as expected, a colder and wetter month. The low temperatures were particularly pronounced towards the end of the month and the temperature at 8.15 a.m. on November 29th was -4.5°C, following two nights of air frost. The maximum temperature on that day reached only 2.25°C. The rainfall for the month was 66.45 millimetres, fairly well spread over the month and accompanying, not surprisingly, cloudy conditions. The last fortnight of term fell in the first half of December. This period was milder than most of November, but again was characterised by much cloud, fog and rain, 26.9 millimetres falling in the 13 days.

We returned on January 13th to unseasonally high temperatures brought in by strong westerly winds. Frosts were rare until the latter part of the month, the coldest night being experienced on January 24th/25th when the air temperature fell to - 6 ° C . A wet spell at the end of the month brought the total rainfall for the 18 days to 34 millimetres. February was a cold month; for example the maximum temperature on the 10th was only - 3 ° C , following a night when the air minimum fell to - 12°C. Though the precipitation was only 27.8 millimetres for the month, much of this fell as snow with 6.9 millimetres (about 7 cms depth of fresh snow) falling on the 6th.

March was a drier month and there was considerable sunshine which encouraged the temperatures to rise. Only 19.4 millimetres of rain fell in the period up to March 22nd, when we broke up.

We returned a month later, on April 21st, to cool and wet conditions. Though only 23.3 millimetres of rain fell in the last 10 days of April, 12.7 of these fell on the first day of term. It was a damp and gloomy start to the cricket season. May started as though we were going to have a heat wave, with maximum temperatures soaring into the 20s, but strong winds, many of them with a touch of east or north in them, dispelled such illusions, though the temperatures rarely fell very low at night. The month was wet, having a rainfall of 83.9 millimetres, the wettest day being the 24 hour period up to 8.15 a.m. on May 20th, when 24.6 millimetres fell. Summer was very slow to come and the maximum temperatures never reached 20 °C again until June 14th, when it reached 24.25°C. For a few days we once again thought summer had come, but cooler temperatures were again experienced until the end of the month. At this stage temperatures rose steadily and June 26th, 27th, 28th and 29th respectively experienced maximum temperatures of 24°C, 25°C, 26°C and 25.5°C. June had about 44 millimetres of rain, the main wet spell being towards the beginning of the month when over 25 millimetres fell over three days, June 9th, 10th and 11th. The term ended as unspectacularly, as far as weather is concerned, as most of the weather had been during the year. Some lovely days saw a gradual build-up of humidity and cloud and the last Saturday of term began with a steady drizzle. Fortunately this stopped before the end of Speech Day, though the sun never broke through the pall of cloud giving us a clammy and gloomy Commemoration - as far as the weather was concerned!

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Combined Cadet Force The C.C.F. has had another good year, culminating in a successful General Inspection by Group Captain G. H. Rolfe, M.B.E., Officer Commanding, R.A.F. Linton-on-Ouse. Camps and courses remain popular, with the R.A.F. Section having their annual camp this summer at R.A.F. Halton, and the Army Section attending two camps - one at Warcop and the other with the Green Howards, the Army Section's affiliated regiment, at Osnabruck in West Germany.

The number of boys and girls applying for membership of the C.C.F. now exceeds those wishing to leave, and we have consequently applied to the Ministry of Defence for our Establishment to be increased. Unfortunately, however, an imbalance amongst new recruits over several years has led to over-subscribed Army and R.A.F. Sections and a Royal Naval Section remaining below half strength. It has, therefore, been reluctantly decided to close the R.N. Section, solely to accommodate the large number of new recruits into the other sections, and S/Lt. Owen-Barnett has kindly agreed to transfer his service to the Army Section. Major Jelbert, the School Bursar, will soon be attached to the R.A.F. Section as Officer-in-Charge, and we welcome the expertise which his military career will bring to the C.C.F. as a whole.

I am grateful to all the senior N.C.O.s for their assistance, and especially to the senior cadet, Cox'n Jones, whose efficiency and loyalty over many years has been much appreciated.

R.J.B.

HMS Caledonia A dozen cadets from all three sections visited HMS Caledonia, one of the Royal Navy's Schools of Engineering, last November, for three days of activities which included a lifecraft demonstration in the large indoor pool, a guided tour of the Danish Corvette the "Niels Juel", skittles against the Duty Watch Team and a visit to HMS Neptune, Britain's Polaris submarine base.

This was the last time cadets will visit HMS Caledonia as it closed down soon after we left, but the parent establishment of St. Peter's will become HMS Neptune.

We thank the masters and the personnel at HMS Caledonia for making this trip possible and so interesting.

P.M.B.

Royal Naval Section During last summer's vacation the section enjoyed an excellent camp at Dall Mill, Loch Rannoch, sailing and sail boarding on the Loch; a visit from our parent establishment's commander and expert C.P.O.s ensured rope work river crossing and death slide - and a day's walking in the hills. Despite indifferent weather, an excellent week was had by all - special thanks to the co-driver, Mr. Griffiths.

Field Day in October involved half the section on manoeuvres with the Army at Strensall, with a small group spending a most enjoyable day sailing on Hornsea Mere. Also during the autumn the section visited H.M.S. Leander (a Leander class frigate) in Hull Dock. The layout and working conditions on board put a more realistic perspective on the Falklands Task Force, the way that it worked and how the naval tragedies occurred.

The Easter Term saw a visit from Commander Cocks, the Naval Member of the Joint Cadet Executive, who saw the section at work in the pool with indoor canoes and in the .22 range.

The Summer Term was spent preparing for the General Inspection when the aforementioned training was complemented by sailboarding and safety boat work on the river, with the latter activity providing the remnants of the section with some 'wet' training once the examinees had left in the second half of the term.

It would be quite remiss of me if I did not wish our leavers the best for the future, particularly Coxwain Jones who, for so long, has run the section and ensured a willing, happy but efficient approach to the training.

J.A.O-B.

Army Section The Army Section has had an enjoyable year with many cadets taking a keen interest in the wide variety of activities on offer. The number of cadets has risen so much since last year that the section has been split into three platoons under the control of the top NCOs in the Section.

Last year's summer camp was at Wathgill near Catterick. Thirty-five cadets took part in an extensive training programme which included section attacks, shooting, orienteering, assault course, march and shoot competition, night exercise, and adventure training (canoeing/climbing/caving). This year there are two summer camps on offer, one with the Green Howards in Germany and another nearer to home in Northumberland.

At the beginning of the Christmas term twelve of our top cadets entered the annual CCF March and Shoot Competition at Catterick. It was a disappointment that having done better than usual in the shooting our march was poorer than in the past. In the end we finished in seventh position.

During the year Steven Carr was promoted to Colour Sergeant, and Peter Allan, Ian McDonald, Benedict Lowes, Richard Carr, Douglas Tulley and Daniel McLean-Steel, to Sergeant. These senior NCOs and the newly promoted corporals were involved in training the new recruits Cadre, a signals Cadre and a senior NCOs Cadre. By the middle of the Easter term all of the recruits had passed out complete with 'Skill at Arms' certificates confirming their ability in field craft, drill, and .303 weapons training.

The Annual Inspection this year was taken by Group Captain Rolfe of the R.A.F. Having inspected the whole C.C.F. contingent at School he saw the Army Section go through its paces on Strensall Common. Firstly there was a demonstration of a fighting patrol under the command of Sgt. Allan, secondly an ambush commanded by Sgt. 27

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Ritchie. Finally Sgt. McDonald led a most successful section attack. At the end of the display he presented the Fernie Cup for the best all round cadet to Steven Carr, the Green Howards Cup for the best shot to Mark Cowling the Top Cadet Cup for the best recruit to Jonathan Dunstan, and the David Cummin Shield for next year's senior NCO to Ian McDonald.

The Section wishes the best of luck to all the leavers this year and thanks the NCOs for all their help. Finally our thanks go to Captain Tooms without whom the Section would not have gained its current high standards. Again he was helped in this task by Mr. Stephen and our new officer Mr. S. Mason who has brought a great deal of enthusiasm with him.

S.G.C.

R.A.F.

Section

After a successful summer camp at R.A.F. Boscombe Down, near Salisbury, during which our Section won the Flight Competition, the Section returned for the year enlarged by a large number of new cadets, including our first female recruit.

A strong contingent of Junior Corporals undertook the initial training of the new recruits and good progress was made in weapon training and drill. The Head of the Section, Fl. Sgt. Paul Wareham, Sgt. Andrew Banks and J. Cpl. Matthew Doncaster were all noticeable for their enthusiastic approach to the training programme.

Field day gave us the opportunity to get out and about and a number of activities were undertaken. For the senior part of the Section a fine, though rather still day, enabled a full day's gliding to be held which was only restricted by a number of cable breaks. At Strensall range shooting and tactical exercises were arranged to give cadets a full programme for the day.

Air Experience Flying was less successful this year as this was moved from R.A.F. Leeming to Teeside Airport.

As the teething problems are solved, this should work more successfully next year. Gliding was much more prevalent at Rufforth, whilst J. Cpl. Alistair Fernie and Cadet Nicola Hutchinson both took advantage of the Easter Gliding School at RAF Linton-on-Ouse and gained the experience to fly solo by the end of the course.

The examination results were slightly disappointing, although only the new recruits sat them. In the Proficiency Part 2, the following passed: A. T. Armstrong, J. S. Berrington, G. Brown, S. L. W. Chung, Nicola Hutchinson and A. G. G. Smith.

The highlight of the year for four Cadets was the opportunity to visit an overseas R.A.F. Camp. Fl. Sgt. Wareham, Sgt. Banks, J. Cpl. Doncaster and J. Cpl. Jack Cooke all visited R.A.F. Wildenrath in Germany near the Dutch border.

The first few weeks of the Summer Term were taken up with preparations for the General Inspection. Group Captain G. H. Rolfe MBE, RAF inspected the Section and then visited the activities which varied from the flight simulator to L.M.G. training, aircraft recognition and the building of a model aircraft which has recently undertaken trial flights with a varying degree of success. In all this was a most successful day with a high standard of turnout by all. Congratulations to all involved. ^£± S.A.C.

Shooting The end of last year's Summer Term was marked by Queen's winning the Interhouse Shooting Cup. As we began the new year only one member of the team had left. This was David Copley the previous year's captain.

Mark Cowling was appointed the new captain and our 'A' team now consisted of Mark Cowling, Steven Carr, Richard Carr and Douglas Tulley.

During the Christmas Term the team prepared for the first of our major annual events, the Lee Enfield .303 Skill-at-Arms meeting held at Catterick. The 'A' team was joined by Jonathan Laverack, Jack Cooke, Francis Ritchie and Philip Eastwood. The competition consisted of two shoots. The first of these we won. Now our major task was to ensure that the gap we had opened between us and our rivals was maintained. This was achieved, and so after fourteen years the Lee Enfield .303 Skill-at-Arms Cup returned with us to St. Peter's. As a result of this success Capt. Tooms was asked to take us to Strensall Ranges where we were interviewed by "Look North".

The Easter Term did not see any major interschool competition. However preparation continued for the next major shoot of the year, which occurred in the Summer Term on the ranges at Strensall. Capt. Tooms arranged some essential practice on the 30m ranges in the week prior to the competition. We decided to enter a 'B' team captained by Ian McDonald to ensure continuity for next year. Our 'A' team dominated the competition due to some excellent shooting from Richard Carr and Mark Cowling. These individual performances gave Richard Carr the cup for the Best Individual Shot, and Mark Cowling a tankard for coming second. Splendid shooting from the other members of the team ensured that for the second year running we had won the "Champion Team Cup for the 7.62mm Target Rifle Meeting". Colours were reawarded to Mark Cowling, Steven Carr and Richard Carr and were awarded to Douglas Tulley.

The whole team would like to thank Capt. Tooms without whose great help and expertise we would not have enjoyed our shooting nor gained the successes of the past year.

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HOUSENOTES Clifton

Christmas It was the first term, of the first year, of the first new House in the School since Dronfield, and it was approached with some apprehension. We did not know what to expect but were all amazed at the complete transformation achieved during the holidays by the maintenance staff, under the determined and inspired guidance of Mr. Hamilton, Clifton's Housemaster.

Second in command was Mr. Raggett, with James Semlyen as Head of House. Ten lively new members to the Third Form were welcomed, with three girls and one boy joining the Sixth Form.

In general, the term started smoothly, although the eccentricities of the electrical system were soon revealed, producing an epidemic of notices with dire warnings of what would happen if we all switched the heaters on at the same time.

The first opportunity for the House to show their team spirit was the Inter-House Rugby Competition. The team, captained from the touch line by an injured Crispin Hill, played a magnificent game against Grove who won, but only narrowly. Special mention should be made of Nicholas Hobson, a keen player in the School U16 team, David Birch and Jason Ironside, both non-team players. Michael Donoghue was appointed Captain of the famed U16 School Team. Daniel Williams captained the U14 School Team and the 5th Form was well represented in the U16 squad.

During the term, Miles Lockwood was chosen to represent Yorkshire U16 boys Badminton Team and Vicky Rigby the York and District U18 Girls Hockey Team as well as receiving her School Hockey Colours along with Vanessa Atkinson. James Semlyen was appointed School Cross Country Captain.

The House has a number of enthusiastic non-team squash players and this sparked off the formation of a House Squash Ladder.

The House provided the School with three rousing Chapel services and thanks must go to Mark Foster, James Nield and Vicky Rigby as the principal organisers.

Many members of the House took part in the two excellent concerts and the House has three members of the Choir. James Nield gained a Waine Award and also took part in the School play, Joan of Arc, together with James Semlyen.

The first term finished well with the House party, which was enjoyed by all. We would like to express our thanks to the parents who provided the food.

Easter At the beginning of term we congratulated Vicky Rigby on being appointed a School Monitor and in gaining third place in the School General Knowledge Quiz. The term, as always, was an active term and the House soon proved itself to be a force to be reckoned with, competing on a level with the more established sporting Houses. The Senior House Cross Country saw an excellent team effort which resulted in second place, even though we were by no means the favourites. The captain, James Semlyen, came third in a close finish, being well supported by Mark Davies (7th), John Hewitt (12th) and Richard Prudhoe (17th). Although Juniors were not as successful, Ben Pattison had a fine run, finishing fourth. Later in the term James Semlyen was re-awarded his School Cross-Country Colours.

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The Junior House Rugby side had a convincing win over Queen's with Alexander Packer and Justin Hill (Captain) scoring two tries each. The next two matches did not go so well, but were fought hard to the end.

The Senior House Squash team ran into difficulties in the shape of strong opposition from Rise and Manor, but had an easy victory over Temple and were seventh overall. The Juniors, however, pushed themselves through to the Final and put up a brave fight against Manor, but unfortunately met their match. Robert Sellers should be commended for probably being the most enthusiastic of all the squash players in the House, taking the number one position in the Junior Team and number four in the Senior Team.

House five-a-side football caused much excitement, as this year there were both girls' and boys' competitions. To many, the boys' team were considered underdogs but our superb team spirit helped us prove our critics wrong. Our most important victory was over Manor where, up against a strong side, we altered our tactics and two of their players were sent off. We ended up fifth overall which probably did not do the team's effort justice, but there was some consolation in that we were the top Day House. Thanks to Richard Prudhoe (Captain), Paul Bryan, Michael Donoghue, John Hewitt, Crispin Hill and Jason Ironside.

John Hewitt, having proved his worth in the boys' soccer, appeared in goal, donned in a shirt, for the girls' soccer team. They managed to scrape into the final where they met Dronfield, a somewhat stronger team. Our more feminine-looking side (Hewitt having been replaced by Joslyn Houlden) appeared to have an uphill struggle on their hands. Despite Emma Jacobs' and Joslyn's goals, Dronfield managed to take the match 3-2.

Another very close second came in the Swimming Gala, the lower half of the House yet again providing the muscle. Individual winners were Justin Hill, Miles Lockwood and Robert Sellers who also, with the help of Ian Sanderson, won two out of four relays. Donoghue, Tom Gilman, Hill and Simon Morris should be commended for winning the free-style relay and for good individual results.

The final score of the Inter-House General Knowledge competition is perhaps best left unsaid, but one could say that the style of questions was really suited to a certain type of person - a type not in Clifton's team. Nevertheless, thanks to Jason Ironside, Adam Readman, Simon Morris and Alexander Packer for a splendid effort.

The House chess team, lost in the first round, but special mention should be made of Ben Pattison, a keen School team player.

Towards the end of the term, Mark Davies, Giles Dixon (both members of'In Vain') and James Nield took part in a very entertaining concert in aid of the Save the Children Fund.

Summer As always the Summer Term was dominated by exams. Although these took priority over sport, nevertheless the performance of the House shows much promise for the future. In the cricket competitions, the Senior Team, captained by Michael Donoghue, played an exciting match against Grove which resulted in a very close result, but sadly the match was won by Grove. The Junior Cricket Team, captained by Ian Sanderson, unfortunately were the underdogs when faced with the School House team, containing First XI players, and victory was again not ours. The Junior five-a-side football generated enthusiasm in much the same way as the Senior competition had in the previous term. Our best match was probably that against Dronfield in which we won 4-3. Thanks must go to the captain, Miles Lockwood, for his efforts here.

During the term many members of Clifton played in the School's Cricket teams. Justin Hill, Miles Lockwood, Robert Sellers and Ian Sanderson were prominent swimmers in the School, and Vicky Rigby and Jason Ironside consistently represented the School at Tennis. Vicky Rigby was awarded her School Tennis Colours.

In the House Tennis we narrowly lost against Temple in the first round, in a match played towards the end of term due to many postponements. As a result of this we were unable to turn out perhaps our best team. The final sporting event of the term was the Athletics Competition. In this we did not do as well as many had been hoping despite some fine individual results. Special mention must be made of two fifth years, Michael Donoghue who came second in the Intermediate Shot Putt and John Hewitt who was only narrowly beaten in the Senior 1500 metres.

Finally it remains for me to thank on behalf of the House Mr. Hamilton, Mr. Ragget and our Tutors, Mr. Pemberton and Mr. Coulthard, for giving the House such a happy and successful first year. Sadly we must also say goodbye and all the best in the future to Mr. Raggett who is leaving the School at the end of this term.

Dronfield Christmas The House started the year with a very strong Upper Sixth year group which included three School monitors (Head of House - Tim Welburn, School monitors - Leman Harris and Stephen Jones). A pleasant, happy routine soon developed and the fifteen new members of the House, ten Third formers and five Lower Sixth girls, settled in quickly.

The first individual sporting triumph of the term came on the first weekend, when Jonathan King not only managed to get up at four in the morning but also completed the thirty one miles of the Boston Marathon in a single scull and so raised over £100 for the Ethiopia Appeal.

The Senior House Rugby was soon upon us and, despite a painful wrist injury, supposedly sustained in an earlier rugby match, the side was led by Tim Welburn. The team was pitted against School House in the first round and, in spite of the usual grit and determination shown by all members of the team, the 12-0 score reflected School House's superior talent. Soon after the House Rugby Tim Welburn received his School Rugby Colours.

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Members of the House have shown a keen interest in the School Debating Society with Edward Carling, Stephen Jones, Peter Nowell and Tim Welburn all speaking on various topics. Many other members of Dronfield also contributed from the floor of the House.

Lorna Hambley continued to build on last year's hockey successes, again being selected to play for both the York and District Squad and the North Yorkshire Under 18 Hockey side. Emma Bennett was also selected for the York and District squad and both girls were awarded School Hockey Colours. On a less serious note two friendly hockey matches were played against School House. One game ended in a draw and the other was won by the Dronfield team.

Although Dronfield is not renowned for its sporting abilities the House has many individual talents, with representation on all rugby teams at all levels. Leman Harris is School Captain of Squash and Adam Atkinson plays regularly for the Squash 1st Team, Malcolm Bagley represents the School at Cross Country and Derrick Yap has emerged as a key member of the School Chess 'A' team. Andrew Banks has continued to play for the 'B' Chess team.

Other individual success stories of the term came from Mark Rickman who won the Under 16 age group of the Hong Kong and Macau International Ballroom and Latin American Dancing Championships with his partner and from Daniel McLean-Steel who was awarded an Army Scholarship.

The latter stages of the term saw Julian Lee play a major part in the School production of Joan of Arc. It also saw the setting up of the new Tutor group system and we are pleased to welcome Mr. Dawson, Mr. Depledge and Mrs. Dench into the House as tutors.

The House party was held on the last night of term and was enjoyed by all. Many thanks to Mrs. Daniel for all her hard work in arranging this.

Easter 1986 started with a word of congratulation for Lorna Hambly, who on the last day of the Christmas Term received her Hockey Cap, the first ever girl in the School to be awarded one. Early success also came to a large portion of the House in the General Knowledge test, with high scores being achieved by Shaun Hullis and Guy Bailey. The House also fielded a team in the Inter House Quiz. A first round victory against School could not offset the disappointment at being knocked out of the Competition in the semi-finals.

The Inter House Cross-Country arrived sooner than most wanted, and a strong senior team, captained by Richard Young, did well coming in third position overall, with notable runs by Malcolm Bagley, who later in the term received his School colours, and Mark Brownbridge. The juniors, however, faired less well, and despite the excellent efforts of Michael Tate, Ben Goddard and Nicholas Julius, only managed sixth place.

The dominant sporting activity of the term was, without doubt, the 5-a-side football competition. The House played 9 games in 6 weeks and after much effort made it to the Final to play Rise. After an early lead the game turned against Dronfield and the team was eventually defeated 5-1. A special mention must go to Simon Branston, who scored a total of 16 goals in the 9 matches played.

The girls, not to be outdone, set up their own competition and did even better than the boys' team, winning the overall competition, and all the matches they played.

Whilst the majority followed the football, the Chess team went quietly into action to try to repeat last year's success. As this report is written the team have comfortably beaten Rise and are through to the second round of the competition.

The House Squash team are well on the way to a hat-trick of wins in the Inter-House squash. Again this year we beat Rise, this time 5-0, to win the competition. Later in the term, after taking part in a successful squash tour, Leman Harris and Lorna Hambly were reawarded their School Squash colours.

The week before half term saw members of the House taking part in our Chapel week. James Berrington put together a thought-provoking service which certainly woke the School up first thing on a Monday morning, while the remaining services were more conventional but equally well received.

To round the term off the Inter-House swimming went well for us, with a good number of people qualifying to swim in the Gala on the last Wednesday of term. In the end the house came sixth in the Gala and fourth in the standards.

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Summer The term started almost immediately with the first round of the Inter House Cricket. The Dronfield team, captained by Matthew Spence, and including many 4th and 5th year batsmen, were drawn against the Rise and despite some good play against the more experienced side the result was as expected with the Rise winning by 9 wickets. The Junior Cricket Team also ran into bad luck in the first matches of the revised junior competition and failed to qualify for the next stage. The team was captained by Adam Atkinson. Later in the term Robert Jupp received his Colts Cricket Colours after a successful season.

The House was actively involved in the successful production of Zigger Zagger with all the assistants and tutors taking part and with an excellent performance by James Berrington who played the leading role. Also taking part from the House were Edward Carling, Peter Nowell, Ben Taylor and Lesley Hobbs.

A Junior 5-a-side League, run on the same lines as the Senior Competition of the Easter Term kept the 3/4th forms entertained with some close matches; however the hard work and enthusiasm shown by the team was not reflected in their final placing. The strong tradition of rowing in the House has continued with the House represented in all the senior crews in the Boat Club. In recognition for their efforts Tim Welburn and Emma Bennett were awarded their Rowing Colours at the end of term. In the Inter House Tennis we hoped to repeat last year's domination of the competition and indeed we looked set for this, winning our matches to make it to the Semi-Finals. Here we met Temple and our luck changed and we lost by the narrowest of margins, 5-4. At School level Leman Harris, Mark Brownbridge, Miranda Pacey and Lorna Hambley were all awarded their Tennis Colours. The last sporting event of the term, the Athletics Competition, saw two outstanding performances by senior members of the House. Leman Harris won the Senior Discus and Tim Welburn came first equal in the Senior 400 metres. Over longer distances Jon King came a close second in the Senior 3000 metres race and later on in the competition Malcolm Bagley took second place in the senior 1500 metres. The individual efforts failed however to make a big enough impact on the team score and the side captained by Mark Brownbridge was finally placed fifth.

At the end of an eventful and successful year we have, sadly, to say goodbye to Mrs. Dench who is leaving the School. We wish her and all the leavers the very best of luck in the future.

The Grove Christmas The term started with the House having a noticeable difference of only 48 members in comparison with the overcrowed 79 of last year, this of course due to the new House Clifton. Bradley Reed was appointed Head of House.

This year's Senior House Rugby team had players of varying standards and was clearly not as strong as last year's team. Nevertheless the team, led by Bradley Reed, played with great determination and enthusiasm, winning the first round but losing in the second to a strong School House side. A mention must go to the scrum-half, Peter Allan, who played with great spirit and scored some excellent tries.

The House as usual proved to have members whose talents were not restricted only to the sports' field as David Calderhead, William Davidson, Alistair Fernie and Sally Netherwood showed when they appeared in the School play Joan of Arc. The play was highly successful, and credit must go to them, as they all excelled in their particular roles.

Congratulations to Steven Carr who was appointed Captain of Cross-Country and to Peter Allan, Captain of Squash.

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Easter The term began with all members of the House in keen and optimistic moods. This continued throughout the term, although not apparent in our sporting results. These were not up to our usual high standard. Nevertheless certain individuals excelled in their own fields, notably Peter Allan in the Inter-House Squash Competition, who should also be commended on winning the 'Best Player' cup for 1986.

The two major sporting events this term were cross-country and swimming. Unfortunately this year's swimming team was a lot weaker than those of previous years, which clearly showed in our final position. Despite our lack of success we had several outstanding performances. Benedict Lowes swam extremely well in his backstroke events, as did Simon Robinson. Many thanks go to Sarah Hopkinson who helped complete our relay team, thus giving us a place in the finals.

The cross-country teams showed more promise however, with the Senior Captain Steven Carr and Michael Blissett coming 14th and 11th respectively. The Junior team also performed well with Andrew Taylor coming second.

This term as usual saw the Five-a-side Football events, which this year included a girls' team. Enthusiasm was strong throughout, regardless of disappointing results. Although the Grove's sporting record was slightly marred this term, we found more success in the academic world. First the Chess team deserve special mention, in particular Alistair Fernie for his role as captain. A new competition was started and a House Quiz Team was formed, consisting of William Davidson, Michael Blisset, Alistair Fernie and Anthony Wilson, who reached the semi-finals.

The Junior House Rugby Team was unlucky this year because injuries proved a major hindrance; Alan Ruder however led the team well.

At the end of term Steven Carr was rewarded with his House Colours.

Summer The term, as always, saw its usual contests and competitions, which, in all fairness, were a good reflection on our strengths and weaknesses. The House Chess Team once again proved their alertness by beating Dronfield in a close Final. Alistair Fernie's undoubted experience was much to our advantage. Being the summer term we once again welcomed the return of the cricket season. The House Senior Cricket XI played excellently in the first round, resulting in a close victory over Clifton, but unfortunately did not have the strength to beat the Rise in the Semi-Final. Michael Blissett, the captain, deserves special mention as does Graham Winn and Mark O'Sullivan. The Junior Cricket XI had results very similar to their senior counterparts - winning their first round but losing in the second. Jamie Tattersall must be congratulated on taking 7 wickets in the first match against Dronfield. The Grove 5-a-side soccer team proved to be of excellent standard and eventually went on to win the trophy. Many thanks to Peter Allan for leading the team. The Tennis Team lost gallantly to a strong Dronfield side despite good efforts from Fiona Lockwood and Matthew Stephenson. This year's Athletics team was a great disappointment on the whole but several outstanding performances must be noted, namely Peter Allan's joint 1st place in the Senior 400m and William Honing's 3rd in the 1500m. House colours were awarded to Graham Winn, Simon Illingworth, Fiona Lockwood, Mark O'Sullivan and Michael Blissett. Finally on behalf of the Grove I would like to thank Mr. Allen for all his hard work and support, and also Mr. Rigby who proves to be an invaluable source of help during the year.

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Christmas We began the term by welcoming eleven new boys and three girls into the House and also Mr. P. R. Kingsbury as an additional Assistant Housemaster. Andrew Bowler was appointed Head of House and reappointed Captain of School Chess. Two weeks into the term the Senior House Rugby Competition kicked off and a determined Manor XV under the captaincy of Robert Falkingham met Queen's in the first round. Queen's were placed under constant pressure throughout the match which led to a convincing win 32-0. In the second round, as last year, we faced the Rise. The team put up a spirited performance as always but in the end the strength in depth of the Rise team proved decisive and the game was lost. Four of the team also represented the School's 1st XV, John Comley, Robert Falkingham, William Kettlewell and Kevin Price, and many of the other team members have represented the School in the 2nd, 3rd and Ul 6 XVs. The girls have played an active part in both sporting and musical activities this term: Tharangini Sriharan and Alison Aveyard have frequently shown their musical talents on the flute and have played for the York Symphony Orchestra. Susan Strike represented the School's netball team; Sasha Jackson has represented the School at Hockey, Squash and Badminton.

Dominic Clavell played for the 1st Five at Squash and captained the U15 Rugby team. The Manor House Chapel Week was well organised by Paul Barnes and involved many of the third and fourth years who produced a variety of performances throughout the week.

The term was rounded offby an enjoyable annual House Christmas Party.

Easter At the start of the term we welcomed David Pyle to the Manor as a new member of the U VI and also learnt that Tharangini Sriharan had gained a place at St. Hilda's College, Oxford to read Modern Languages.

The first event was the annual General Knowledge Test in which Paul Barnes, Amit Basu, Ian McDonald and David Pyle all did very well and subsequently went on, along with Peter Thorpe, to form the winning team in the new Inter-House Quiz competition. After a convincing win by 210 points to 35 over Queen's, the favourites, they went on to beat Grove and then Temple in a closely contested Final. The spectators soon learnt that when it came to questions on German Generals no one was in the same league as the Manor!

Next on the agenda was the event that everyone looks forward to - the Inter-House Cross-Country. This year with several people returning to the injury-hit squad of last year we were able to field a much improved Senior Team.

Mark Owens was the overall winner of the event and the captain Matthew Hopcraft finished a creditable 8th to help the team to an overall position of 3rd. The Juniors ran well and also finished 3rd.

The 5-a-side Football Team did well to reach the Finals but lost to the Rise, the eventual winners. The Junior teams have done especially well this term having won both the Squash and Rugby Competitions, the latter being due not only to the regular team players but also to the great determination shown by those who do not normally represent the School. It should be mentioned that Richard Griggs although only in the 3rd form scored no fewer than 12 tries in the competition. Both teams were well captained by Dominic Clavell.

The final event of the term was the Inter-House Swimming Gala. After last year's defeat by the Grove, ending a run of 5 successive wins by the Manor, the team was keen to recapture the trophy. After the individual events the Manor had gained a 10 point lead and it only required the relay teams to come in to regain the trophy, which they succeeded in doing. Especially good individual performances were recorded by James Kelsey, Dominic Clavell, Ashley Comley and Neal Ashton, the captain. In the Swimming Standards, we were the runners-up.

House colours were awarded to N. M. Ashton, J. F. Comley, A. T. Comley, D. M. J. Clavell, J. R. Kelsey, E. G. Stanton, P. J. R. Wallis and R. S. Griggs.

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Summer After a very wet start to the Summer Term, the weather improved rapidly and the Senior House Cricket Competition eventually got underway. In the first round, we were drawn against Temple and after close inspection of the wicket decided to bowl first. After 38 overs of lightning pace bowling from Tim Moodycliffe and intricate spin from William Kettlewell, Temple had reached 118. The Manor XI were able to knock this total off with the loss of 4 wickets with Jonathan Stubbs and Andrew Bowler scoring 31 and 41 respectively. In the next round we faced the favourites, School House, and, after a creditable performance against the School's first XI opening bowlers, the Manor was left with a total of 122 to defend, the captain William Kettlewell having been undefeated on 46. However the task proved too great, despite getting down to the sixth 1st XI batsman in the School House team. The much improved weather allowed plenty of other outdoor activities to be undertaken. A keen set of tennis players emerged in the House with John Comley and Kevin Price both playing in the unbeaten School's 1st VI. In the Inter-House Tennis Competition the team lost in the 2nd round to School House after a good win over the Rise. The Junior House Football Team were unfortunate to have their captain Guy Stanton injured for the Final against the Grove and despite having beaten every team in the league stage of the Competition went down 3-2 in a closely contested Final. The Juniors however redeemed themselves in the Cricket Competition. Having reached the Final without losing a wicket, due to some impressive batting by Amit Basu and the captain Tim Cooper, they met the Rise. The Rise team were bowled out for 87 with Philip Sawkill taking 7 of the wickets, and, despite a few hiccups along the way, Dominic Clavell led the team home with an unbeaten 41.

In the Athletics the Manor improved substantially on last year's performance finishing in 3rd position overall.

Good wins were recorded by Julian Rich in the 400m, Mark Owens in the 1500m and 3000m, and by the Junior Relay Team.

A mention should also go to the many hours of hard work put in by both the 5th year and Upper 6th in pursuit of exam success, especially on the Manor's lawn, despite the obvious diversions of the hot sun and icecream van.

Finally, congratulations to the following who received their House Colours: Amit Basu, Tim Cooper, Dominic Clavell, Philip Sawkill, Julian Rich, Mark Owens, William Kettlewell and Andrew Bowler. Thanks must go to Mr. and Mrs. Bulcock, Mr. Mason and Mr. Kingsbury for all their work in the House and best wishes to all those leaving the House at the end of this term.

Queen's

Christmas Queen's welcomed 14 new members at the beginning of the year, making it the largest of the houses with a total of 69 pupils. Helen Benton was appointed Head of House.

Enthusiasm for the many School societies has been noticeable this term. Half of the present Bridge Club are members of Queen's, including Club secretary Narmada De Silva. Anthony Burcham and Paul Thompson have displayed admirable brain power in the School Chess Team, and the Debating Society has had strong support too with speeches from George Davidson and Stephen Kerr, the latter also taking part in the School play together with Martin Parkes. Paul Thompson performed his own work on the piano in the Waine Concert, and Helen Benton, Jonathan Bowden, James Grewer and Nicola Stephenson contributed to the Chapel Concert.

House spirit came to the fore in Queen's Chapel Week which was produced with considerable originality and a triumph for all involved. Special thanks go to Daniel Conaghan, whose ideas and organisational skills were much appreciated.

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Various members of Queen's took part in a wide range of sporting activities. Stephen Kerr gained 1st XV colours, Warwick Pemberton played for the U16 Colts 'A', and Jeffrey Anderson and Sebastian Walker for the U15 Colts 'A'. David Simpson played squash for the 1st V, Mark Grewer for the 2nd V, and Peter Gair was in the Badminton Team. Anthony Burcham ran in the 1st VIII Cross Country Team, and Philip Eastwood and Mark Cowling represented the School at shooting.

House success at rugby in the Inter-House Competition was, however, limited, with the Senior team losing in the first round to Manor.

Queen's girls continued their success at hockey. Nicola Stephenson was awarded 1st XI colours, with Elizabeth Ashton, Helen Benton, Lucy Gilbert and Alison Kitwood all making appearances in the 1st XI. Congratulations to Alison Kitwood who was appointed Captain of Netball.

The major sporting event of the term for Queen's Vlth Form was, however, the keenly contested John Turner Memorial Match, won, true to tradition by the excellent Upper Vlth team.

Easter The term started off on an intellectual note with Queen's dominating the School General Knowledge Competition. Narmada de Silva and Paul Thompson came 1st and 2nd respectively in their year groups, with Daniel Conaghan winning the overall competition. Daniel was later voted President of the Debating Society. We wish him well in this office.

Sporting events got underway with a gruelling Inter-House Cross-Country Championship. Well done to Nigel Andrews, Matthew Torlesse, Anthony Burcham, Matthew Groom and Nathan Barnes who ran well despite the absence of their captain. Meanwhile the Junior Rugby team showed enthusiasm in their Inter-House Competition, but failed to produce anything more memorable than a broken leg on the part of Matthew Gill. Led by the School captain, Joseph Fricker, our swimming team succeeded in beating their rivals from last year, Grove, but no one else, and finished in 7th position.

Once again Queen's girls contributed well to School life. Katherine Bennett set up a School Table Tennis Club, and Elizabeth Ashton arranged a girls Inter-House 5-a-side football tournament. Perhaps the energies channelled into such organisation were a factor in our teams lack of success in the Sports Hall. Nicky Stephenson entertained the School with performances in various Chapel Concerts, and Helen Benton appeared in the French play 'Andromaque'.

Summer Team sport met with little success this term. Both the Junior and Senior Cricket teams failed to reach the second round of the Competition despite the efforts of Peter Gair and Michael Harrison. Queen's House tennis team, captained by Alison Kitwood, were unlucky in drawing a strong School House side in the first round and were consequently soon eliminated from the Competition. Weakened by a lack of talent and the absence of potentially successful participants, the House Athletics Team never really posed a threat to other teams. However, credit is to be given to Nathan Barnes, Scott Sim, Sebastian Walker and Anthony Burcham for their spirited performances. Perhaps this term's sport was characterised more by outstanding individual performances than team effort. School Colours were ....'....

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Steven Kerr and Helen Benton gained House Colours.

Sadly, this term was the last for Mr. Hubbard, housemaster for twelve years. The happy atmosphere in the House is a direct result of his own cheerfulness and good nature and we thank him for the support and encouragement he has given us. It is with regret that we see him leave Queen's. Finally, thanks go as ever to Mr. Paterson and to Mr. Hughes for their help in running the House and best wishes to all those leaving. We wish Mr. Cranville and the House every success in the future.

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The following were members of the St. Peter's School Expedition to Arctic Norway, 1986: David J. HUGHES (staff), Philip N. BARRAS (staff), Elizabeth A. ASHTON, Angus D. BROWN, Jonathan S. L. CROFT, Giles R. M. DIXON, Lucy A. GILBERT, David J. F. HARRYMAN, Nicola J. HUTCHINSON, John R. MARSHALL, Richard R. S. ROBSON, Clare L. SUMMERS, Richard J. TANNER-SMITH, Mark TOZER. The leader was R. Barry DANIEL. We were accompanied by his wife Cindy, and their children Gael and Lindsay. The following pages record the memories of some ofus.

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Valediction Perfection, where all things arefacedandtruz?

It doesn't sound the kindof Heaven to strike you dumb with wonder: you'd have nowt to do.

You'dmuch prefer a-place where gods mujfit hike on sponsoredwalks thatyou could organise to build a climbing wad, or something like.

Your sort of heaven should have lowering skies that always look like rain, but never quite make up their minds - then soakyou by surprise and (eaveyou squelching inyour tent all night with sodden sleeping bag and wrinkledfeet, damp boots, wet breeches, shrinking till they're tight.

When morning hammers in with wind and sleet, disgusting though it seems, your flapping tent must feel a bit like heaven: twelve squarefeet comparatively dry, whereyou're content to fester till they cailyou. Then in haste you'll shudder into clothes: it's time you went.

I hopeyour lunch is always Lion Bar waste or greenfruitpastilles - nowhere near a stream to swill away their sickly ajter-taste.

It won't take much of those to make it seem that reindeer pate, marmalade and bread are things you've never eaten, just a dream.

But dreams aren't things confined to food or bed: your waking, walking dreams inspired'us all to want to follow pathsyou chose and led and led us safely tillyour own onefall, yourfatal stumble where our paths allfork.

I mostly hopeyour Heaven holds lands that call wherealltheir better bits arethreemonths walk through glaciatedvalleys, peakonpeak, that shadow, loom, arid avalanche; and talk must always plan in detail, week by week, the many first ascents tfiat wait for you: those marvellous, untrod summits you still seek.

David Hughes

We hoped to reach the Arctic Circle in Norway, and perhaps to travel further north; and to enable the party to walk on Norwegian mountains and glaciers. We had various routes and possible activities in mind, and equipped ourselves for these.

We left York on Wednesday 16th July and sailed from Newcastle to Bergen. We disembarked early on Thursday evening. We drove north along the E68 to its junction with route 13 at Vinje, and then along route 13 to the Sognefjord ferry crossing from Vangsnes to Hella. By now it was early on Friday morning.

We drove along route 5 and then route 55 over the Jotunheim mountains to junction of route 55 with the E6 ("Arctic Highway") at Otta. We drove on the E6 through the Dovrefjell national park and stayed on a campsite just south of Oppdal on Friday night. On Saturday we continued north, spending some time in Trondheim. We camped "wild" south of Mosjoen. We arrived in Mo-i-Rana early on Sunday evening and went straight on to the campsite at Svartishytta, at the eastern outlet of the Svartisvatnet - one of the outflow lakes of the Svartisen ice-cap. We made plans for the next two days, to give everyone a first experience on the ice, and to allow those who chose to do so, to sleep out in a bivouac away from our base camp. We hoped we might cross the Arctic Circle while on the ice. We spent Sunday evening issuing food and equipment. The group had divided into those who definitely intended to return to the base to sleep on Monday night and those who thought they might like to bivouac. No pressure was put on anyone to commit themselves to the bivouac, but anyone who even might have wanted to try was issued with the equipment to make it possible.

Monday 21st July 1986 We left the camp in something of a rush on Monday morning: at 07.00 there'd seemed to be plenty of time to go through a steady breakfast and pack before the 10 o'clock boat. But it dawned on us that there would be others wanting to go on the ice, that there might not be eighteen spaces on the boat, and that Arnold Svartisen's only system of priority was for people actually to get into a queue; so as people got their sacks ready we got into a queue, and other gear was added to the load. A few of us at the other end were festooned with ropes and harnesses, carabiners and ice-screws. The boat was packed when it sailed.

We spread out along the walk to the Austerdals glacier: I suppose I was somewhere towards the rear of the group. I kept on catching glimpses of the others going over rising ground ahead of me; and I caught up with them every now and again as the front ones waited. Barry was behind with Cindy and the kids.

There was a lot of evident awe and excitement at the scale of the glacier as we came round the corner. A few of us stopped to talk for a while about how much more there was here than textbooks or photographs can begin to suggest.

By about 11.30 we were somewhere near the ice edge. We went further up the rock alongside to a point where the ice edge came down reachably.

Having lunched, we got our gear sorted out. I was among the first ready so I chopped a couple of steps onto the ice edge and walked up. At first I was going on very gentle, wide slopes almost parallel to the glacier edge. When it became possible I headed at right-angles and went towards the middle. I was sort of walking along the crests of ice-waves or folds. Although there were slopes and hollows, actual crevasses were tiny in width and depth, and few and far between. By this time the others were following me, and their excitement was re-calling for me my own first time on the ice. Having found a way through without difficulty, I waited for Barry, who had been fixing Gael's crampons (which were proving difficult to keep adjusted to a relatively new shape of boot). Barry told me now to head up the glacier as far as seemed okay, so I did.

I suppose we were on the ice for a couple of hours, perhaps three altogether. Barry and I were keeping our eye on the weather and at this stage were uncertain whether anyone would try to camp out or not: rain seemed to be building up now and again in the west. However, by about 3-4 pm the general tendency of the weather seemed to be clearer, and we got off the ice, going straight back to the place where we climbed on. We decided that those who wanted to could camp out, provided they'd given themselves the option in the first place by bringing the necessary gear this far. One or two hesitated at first, more because of the bivouac than the ice. No-one was pressured: Cindy was doing the asking, and she was going down herself.

Lindsay had slipped once or twice, being too light to make her crampons bite, so although she had originally planned to stay up, she decided to go down. She'd been a little bit shaken by one of the slides.

After the sort-out, the party which chose to go down the hill to spend the night in the tents was: Cindy Daniel, with Gael and Lindsay, Phil Barras, Liz Ashton, Nicky Hutchinson, Mark Tozer; and those planning to bivouac were: Barry Daniel, Dave Hughes, Angus Brown, Jonathan Croft, Giles Dixon, Lucy Gilbert, David Harryman, John Marshall, Richard Robson, Clare Summers and Richard TannerSmith.

The party going down left first, with Barry and I saying to Cindy and one or two others that we would be back at the latest by the last boat on Tuesday. The separation must have been made somewhere between two and four o'clock.

On the hill, we went up the rocks to the crest of the ridge which runs South-West to North-East on the South-East side of the Austerdalsisen. Barry and I went up and down this ridge six years ago, so we knew of good bivouac sites to the south of the summit of Blakktind, by a lake. Having got on to the ridge and seen from there that the weather was clear to the South and West we went down diagonally to where the lake's outflow goes under the ice edge: the ice is accessible at that point. It was about 6.00 pm. iv

The vague aim now was to thread the group through the ice-flows and up into a basin in a ring of summits, onto the Svartisen proper. The Arctic Circle itself crosses this basin about one and a half kilometres to the north of our position and we hoped we might reach it. We geared up again and went onto the ice. The directions of ice flow up here were much less obvious but at first there were no big crevasses. Later we were in a crevassed area but they opened in a flat surface so there was no danger of sliding into one. Indeed, you could step over most of them - and with no snow cover on the glacier, all the crevasses were visible. We moved into a more jumbled area. At one point we anchored the rope and belayed everyone over a snow-bridge: Barry did the anchoring and threw the rope end to me each time: I fastened it onto each person's harness and checked that everything was tied up properly. Even here, Barry himself moved unroped, saying it would take too long to anchor on both sides. Soon after this we came to an area where deep crevasses ran right across our course, so we turned round and made our way to the ice edge, wondering if there might be a smoother path up the glacier rim. There are in fact huge seracs there, so we got off the ice altogether at about 8.00 where we had left our bivouac gear.

Barry offered alternatives to the group for the next day: either we could do what we two had done in the past, that is, gain height on rock and grass and walk out over level ice to the notional position of the Arctic Circle, then walk back and down the ridge; or we could go back on the ice at this same edge and make our way down the valley on the glacier. I got the impression he was in favour of this himself and I don't think anyone in the group opted for the other choice - they were happy enough with themselves on the ice to feel confident of more than walking on the flat.

For quite a while, as the others set up their bivouacs, Barry and I watched the sun and weather, took photographs, and talked of possibilities for the rest of the holiday.

Tuesday 22nd July 1986 I had a comfortable bivouac. I'd been drifting in and out of sleep for a couple of hours when Jon came across and said "Barry says go and give Dave a kick." It was 08.05 and Barry was wanting to be away by about half past. We were all ready quite quickly and set off down the outflow to the ice access. Barry stepped on the ice with the others at intervals behind him. I waited for Angus Brown who was having some difficulty tightening a nut on one of his crampons, so we two were quite a way behind for the next hour. It was during this time that I watched Barry weaving among the hills with a line of people behind him and thought it looked like people among sand-dunes, except of course for the glare. It was bright: I'd put suncream on my arms and glacier cream on my lips, nose and eyelids. I was walking in a long-sleeved shirt with my collar up against the sun. At some point the group stopped and I noticed Barry take off a cotton jacket. I rolled up my sleeves. There were quite a lot of pauses for photographs. By perhaps 10.00 Angus and I had caught up pretty well with the group, and I'm fairly sure we actually did catch them at the critical moments.

Barry looked at this section briefly: he'd gone over the edge and across the slope just before I got there. I believe he said at this point "We'll give it a go". He was followed by Jon Croft, Richard Robson and Giles Dixon - I think in that order - and then by Lucy Gilbert and Clare Summers. By this time I was at the edge watching and making brief comments to each as they moved off for their go. I could see that the section was steep but no-one seemed to be having any difficulty over it - in fact the difficulty seemed to be stepping off the slope onto the flat at the far end of it. I think at one point Barry spoke to Jon about how to do this. I noticed Clare was rolling her ankles a little too much - but no more than many do - and told her to kick in the inside edges. She tried to do this.

David Harryman had moved about 3 or 4 steps down the slope and I was watching him when Clare slipped. She slipped from very high up the slope: she didn't fall but was sliding upright, and gained speed rapidly. From having been facing in towards the slope she spun to her left and lost her ice axe. She slipped into the crevasse.

I concentrated on encouraging David back up those few steps to safe ground. I took the ice screws from John Marshall and what other gear there was in the group still with me. I was already carrying a few tapes and carabiners and the shorter of the party's two ropes (about 45 metres of 9 millimetre). Barry called to me to come round to him. He was at X on the plan and moving quite quickly round to Y. I was at W. Barry and I had both called down to Clare and got the first replies: she sounded shocked, but it was a relief to know that she was alive, while the first impression was that she did not sound too deep.

As I stepped over the edge, one foot skidded and I started to slide, but fortunately I was moving on front points and with my ice axe in the braking position so though I banged my head a bit I managed to brake in five or six feet. I climbed the rest of the way down to Z and put in a pair of ice screws ("Anchors ii" on the cross-section). I clipped most of my gear in order on the rope between the two screws and clipped myself on an abseil figure-of-eight descender to the long free end of the rope. While rigging my gear I had been calling and talking to Clare, and understood that she was upright and didn't feel as if she had broken anything. Barry called to me to go where I could see her, so I abseiled to the crevasse's near lip and looked over. I noticed Lucy was still on the slope above me and I think Barry told her to stay where she was for the moment. I was looking down at Clare. I assume Barry collected the longer rope (60 metres of 11 millimetre) from Jon Croft and did any re-coiling necessary.

I could see Clare was upright and apparently wedged by her rucsac about 35 feet down: the position did not look too difficult. By now Barry must have been moving between Y and Z with the heavier rope round his neck because I heard him shout and heard the noise of his fall, and when I could get my weight off the v

rope so I could turn and face him I could see that he was wedged in the top of the crevasse, like a swimmer half out of water. When I called to him I got no answer at first, only groans and mumbles which sounded like a child shivering loudly. I could see that Lucy above me was now in a precarious position. I called down to Clare the explanation of the noise she must have heard, that Barry had had a slip so things were going to take a little longer. She answered me as if she fully understood. I could still get no reply from Barry.

I told Lucy I would go up the slope to anchor her on the rope and she must hold on. I left the rope anchored at (ii) to secure myself against another fall, and took the loose end up to (i) where I anchored it again. Fortunately there was enough length still free to re-anchor myself and give Lucy enough rope to attach herself to. I brought her up. While I was doing this, and concentrating on her, I heard another noise below. When I called to Clare I got an answer so I knew it was Barry who had fallen further.

I abseiled down the rope from the top anchor. While I was doing this I could see blood on the lip where I think Barry's head had struck. There was still no answer from Barry. All the others in the group were shouting back that they felt safe where they were so I told them to stay. As I went down the abseil the group above me were laying our orange survival bags - either for occupation if we got anyone out, or for air-markers if we didn't.

Once I was down down at (ii) again I asked them to unclip the rope from the top anchors and drop/slide it to me with two ice axes. This they did quickly. I was now relying for my anchor on the two ice screws at (ii) and was standing at Z. Clare was talking intelligently to all I said. Barry had been silent since his second fall, but was now starting to groan again when I shouted.

I decided I would have to go down into the crevasse to see if I could do anything quickly, so I hung all my gear in order from the equipment loops on my harness. I tied a knot in the rope and abseiled down about 25 feet till I was level with Barry. Somewhere in the top section of the crevasse I spun so I was facing away from my anchors. Barry was to my right at 25 feet down, Clare to my left another 10 feet below me. I could see fairly quickly that I hadn't got the skill or the gear or the room to do anything effective down here but I knew that Barry had some more gear so I tried to get it.

He was lying head down, feet up and twisted and I couldn't get the rope clear. I needed this for securing the party if I was to do anything else at all. I couldn't really see Barry's head. He started talking to me, vague and blurred. I had difficulty in getting across to him because my crampons were longer than the crevasse was wide so I had little purchase. I said, "Are you alright?" He said, "No, I'm far from alright."

He said, "Help me, Dave," and I said, "I don't think I can, Barry." I was talking to Clare as well because I knew she could see and hear me. I went down to her and told her that she would have to be brave for longer because I didn't think we could do anything ourselves, and I would have to go down to the valley for some helpers. She seemed distressed at this but understood it: she obviously believed that getting her out was only a matter of time. So did I, but by now I didn't know if there was enough time left. I decided I would have to abandon Barry and go for help as fast as possible.

I attached the two ascender/prussik devices to the rope. While I was doing this I explained to Clare how, when I got out, she must take the rope end which I would lower to her, and clip it into her harness but not till I called her because otherwise it might stop me getting out. In fact I did not trust either the rope or the anchors to bear the weight of both of us if she should fall further while I was still down there.

As I climbed out I said to Clare, "I'll see you later," and I said "I'm sorry, Barry, I've got to go to the valley to get some help for Clare. I've got to go now. I hope you understand. You know why." He said, "I think so."

Clare said, "Can't you just pull?" So I said, "When I get out, we'll try." I told her not to attach herself yet. When I got to the lip I undipped from the anchors at (ii) but stayed fastened to the rope. Dragging the rope, I climbed unsecured up the slope from Z. The rope end went out of Clare's reach before I got to the top anchor, so I went back down again to Z, re-fixed the rope and told Clare to clip in and that I was now going for help. I climbed back up unroped to the top anchors. Clare shouted that she was fixed on. She sounded a lot happier at the feeling that she could not possibly fall any further, and that only man-power was now needed to get her out.

I had no way of getting Jon, Giles and Richard R. back from their fiat spot but I also decided not to try because, although the rules say leave only two, I thought morale would benefit from more. However, all the orange markers were distant from them, so I asked David Harryman to stay with that equipment. I told them all to keep shouting to Clare and Barry. While the others got their gear on, I searched for a route off the glacier as close as possible. I found one quite quickly and led them off it. We paused at the ice edge to remove crampons and secure axes. This group was Lucy, John, Angus, and Richard T.-S. As I tried to lead them up to the rock ridge from which we would see the boat path I realised I was exhausted and shocked and that I could not possibly move fast enough to get help in time, so I said to them all, "You can see how fast I can move. If you can do better, go ahead of me. Take care. When you get to the boat, tell them what's happened." They did. I followed slowly.

Richard and Lucy reached the ferry-landing in time to catch the boat at 12.20. Lucy waited for us with the gear at the ferry, and Richard went on to the camp. He spoke to Arnold Svartisen who radioed ahead so that a telephone connection had been made by the time the boat arrived. Richard alerted a full call-out through the police in Mo, and they decided to request a helicopter from its base in Bod0.

I arrived at the ferry for about 1.15 with Angus and John. By the time I reached the site, Phil Barras had already taken Richard to the helicopter pad. Richard was picked up from there by the helicopter and flew VI

back to the ice. They found the site quickly - I believe at about 3.30/4.00 - and landed with little difficulty, but took about an hour and a half to secure themselves before they could begin hauling Clare from the crevasse.

The group who had been on the ice stayed there to assist with the recoveries. Clare had been responding to them for over five hours: only after they had told her they could see the helicopter did Clare stop answering. They had been shouting to Barry also, but never received any reply although they heard him moaning. They had heard nothing at all from him since about 3 o'clock.

Clare was recovered at about 5.30. A pulse was found and she was flown to the hospital in Mo. Barry's body was recovered at about 8.00 p.m. and flown to the hospital where he was seen by Cindy.

The five who had been assisting with the rescue were flown back to the valley, and arrived at our site at about 9.00 pm. Jon told me of how Barry had died; and I told Gael and Lindsay. All of us tried to comfort each other.

The police took Gael and Lindsay, accompanied by Nicky and Mark, to be with Cindy.

Wednesday 23rd and later Those of us who had spent most time on the ice were interviewed by the police for the morning, and then went on to the hospital. Here we saw Cindy, Gael and Lindsay - and saw for ourselves the proof of the miracle of Clare's survival. With great help from Bob and Jan Summers, Clare's parents, we also began to sort out all that needed doing: a flight home for the family; arrangements for Barry; first ideas for ourselves. By Wednesday evening we felt more organised, and on Thursday things began to happen.

Cindy and the girls flew out mid-morning, to arrive in Newcastle during the afternoon. We completed our official business with the police, and booked into a hotel for a much needed bath and meal.

Marvellously, we saw Clare leave for Stavanger and home. At 9.30 pm Phil and I met Peter Croft at the airstrip: what remained was the journey home. We arrived at school early in the evening of Wednesday 29thjuly.

D.J.H.

Monday 21st July, 1986 We arrived at the other end of the lake at about 10.25 and after a short period of time gear was distributed to the rightful owners and extra gear like ropes and crampon straps and ice screws were distributed to certain people. I was lucky, I only got a set of crampon straps. Then we started off up the mountain with orders to stop at the glacier for the rest of the party. I led for a while with Richard T.-S. and Clare. Then Richard Robson took over and was leading up to the point we stopped. We sat there for a while till the rest of the group caught up and then slowly moved on up the glacier's side, scrambling over rocks, pausing occasionally to take the odd photograph. At one point we had got too far ahead so misunderstood Barry's signals so had to return to where Barry was standing by the ice. Here he decided to take the whole group on to the ice. After a so-called lunch we put on our crampons and took out the ice axes.

We made it over the first obstacle, i.e. actually getting onto the ice, and then proceeded to follow Dave up the ice and out onto the middle of the glacier, avoiding the crevasses and walking across thin ice walls between the crevasses.

After about an hours walking we turned back when the ice became difficult. Phil Barras in his 1920s climbing attire had also lost a screw from a crampon so he couldn't go any further. On the way back Clare also lost a screw of her crampons so when we finally got back to Cindy, who had stayed with the rucksacks, etc. everybody started tightening crampons and replacing lost nuts etc., on them. Here the group split up and those who weren't staying on the mountain went back down.

The rest of us packed our equipment. We climbed higher till we were just below the ridge, then after pausing to refill waterbottles on a mountain stream we started a traverse down towards the ice. Again we took off our sacks and put on the crampons and got out the ice axes and started walking towards the Arctic Circle, which we hoped to reach at midnight. As we moved the ice became more broken and difficult to traverse. At one point there was a snow bridge we had to cross. Barry went across first and secured a rope through ice-screws and he held one end of the rope while the other end was attached to us. We all got across safely but about 15 minutes later we had to turn back because the ice was too broken. Nevertheless this hadn't stopped Barry going across some of the most terrifying ice, and one couldn't help but admire the courage and mastery of such a man. It was only when he decided that it was too dangerous that we turned back, crossing the snow bridge for this second time without the rope and all making it across safely as before. We walked back to the packs, but only after trying to find another route up the ice's edge but deciding against. When we got back and were packing our gear, Barry gave us a choice of either waiting till tomorrow and going up a different easier route (which he had previously planned to originally) and coming down the rock after reaching the Arctic Circle, or waiting till tomorrow and walking down the ice to the bottom. We all opted to walk down the ice since the ice walking was more interesting.

Then we moved up the hill slightly towards a waterfall and started to find a place to bivvy for the night.

We sat and talked for a while and surveyed the landscape, and we laughed at Barry who was sitting on a huge rock like one of the little people all hunched up.

At about half nine I was first into bed (so called) and while lying there with the others Barry and Dave came over to where we were and started criticising jokingly the way Clare, Lucy and Angus were all sleeping on a slope, and then proceeded to take Clare's sleeping bag out of its sack just like an inquisitive 5 year old. Soon we all went to sleep, on a stomach with only a couple of sandwiches in it. viii

Tuesday 22nd July, 1986 After a restless night we got up, munched our Mars bars, and went across to meet Barry who, remembering what some people did last time, had a comfortable night in a stoneless area surrounded by the stones that were once where he was sleeping. About 9 o'clock we set off again across reasonably flat ice. About 45 minutes afterwards, we stopped to wait for Angus and Dave who had started off a few minutes after us. At this point we all stripped off to T-shirts on top, and continued to the crevasse which was the scene of the accident.

Barry walked across the side of the slope leading into the crevasse and Jon followed, followed by Richard R, and myself. Just as I started to go down Barry had managed to get to the other side of the crevasse by climbing up onto an ice bridge over the crevasse and walking down the other side of the crevasse. After some surveillance of the situation he told us to "Give it a go" so we continued our trek across the slope, myself followed by Lucy and behind her Clare and Richard T.-S. Barry directed Jon up to the ice bridge which he had cut holes in for us to step up. As I was about half way across at the steepest bit Clare fell and I turned round to see her slide down the hill on her backside and slide over the edge into the crevasse. Barry immediately started to shout to Clare. Fortunately she was alright and was talking back to Barry. Richard T.-S. who had lost one of the screws out of his crampons turned and moved back up to the top to safety. Dave started down the slope and slipped. Fortunately he managed to brake in time, during which Barry was shouting "Brake, Dave brake!" Barry then came back to Jon and used the rope which Jon had been carrying to belay Rich Robson and myself up onto the place where Jon and Barry were. While Dave was securing a rope for him to attach himself to, Lucy moved back towards the slope she came down. Halfway up she froze and couldn't move. Barry started coiling the other rope and it was then he said his last words to us "There's a moral to this, and I've learnt it".

He then started back across the slope, having successfully got back onto the slope off the ice bridge.

Suddenly I heard a fall again, and looked back to the slope. Barry had fallen whilst apparently digging foot holds to get back across, but rushing in the process. Dave now started talking to both of them, still getting a strong response from Clare but only moans from Barry. It was obvious Barry had injured himself but I couldn't see either of them. Dave kept talking to them both, describing exactly what he was doing.

His first priority was Lucy, who was still stuck on the slope. Dave climbed up past her, taking the blue rope which he had on up to the top, on the flat bit, and secured an ice screw and belayed Lucy to safety.

He then descended again with two ice axes and secured the blue rope to the ice screw he was originally attached to and, positioning another ice screw on the ice, started to descend into the crevasse. Just before he went in, Barry fell for a second time. In a panic I shouted "Clare" knowing that it must have been Barry.

15 minutes later Dave emerged again, much to our relief, and had managed to talk to both of them but only attach the blue rope to Clare because Barry had the big rope around his neck. Dave eventually reached the top of the slope climbing with two ice axes and decided it was time to get help. They had fallen at about 10.00 and Dave and they all except four of us left for help, telling us it would be a long wait.

The four left excluding Clare and Barry were myself, Jon, and Rich R on the ice bridge and David on the top of the slope. As they were leaving Clare said, "Oh please try and get me out." With that they left and we watched them climbing up and over the hill. A gap between the front and the back had already begun to grow as the first people reached the ridge of the hill. I took over the shouting to Clare since I was the nearest to the edge and we all shouted to Barry because we could hardly hear him at all now. Clare however was shouting back at everything I said. Occasionally we checked to see if David was alright and turned our shouting back to Barry and Clare.

We managed to get Clare shouting at Barry too, which was encouraging and let us know she was still conscious. We spent two hours shouting to both of them and getting loud responses from Clare but only moaning from Barry. After two hours Clare shouted to me and asked me how long she'd been down the crevasse. Jon told me two hours and I passed the message on to Clare. She still seemed quite calm with the occasional complaint of the cold, which was difficult to reply to without saying the wrong words and making her feel worse. A wind had got up by now and we were wearing everything we had in our rucksack and were complaining we were cold. It was only when Jon said "Think of them, then" that I felt stupid complaining. We started making sandwiches with the bread we'd still got - most of it from Barry and Phil Barras. The more I ate the more I thought of the two down the crevasse so eventually I couldn't eat any more.

At about three o'clock Clare started screaming for help whenever we asked her anything so we had to leave her alone for a while. This was obviously the most painful time for her. We were all shouting to Barry still but the moans were getting fainter by the minute. By 3.30 we could get no more response from Barry but still we believed he was alive.

By now Clare had started to calm down and was for a short time shouting with us to Barry. However, it was noticeable that her responses were getting less because I had to shout more often before I got a response. Now was the time myself and the rest of the group started to get worried about Clare as well as Barry. During the last two hours from about 1.30 onwards we had seen people on the hills and had given them every help signal imaginable but they just thought we were waving to them, which didn't help our spirits.

Just before 4 o'clock we heard the helicopter and saw it come down the valley and I told Clare. All of a ix

sudden she sounded very perky and responsive. The helicopter passed down the glacier and into the valley from where we had come. We sat there waiting for twenty minutes trying not to say much to Clare apart from "They're coming". The helicopter arrived back and circled round once, then landed and took off again after 5 minutes. It flew up and down the valleys and we didn't know what was happening. 30 minutes later the first of the rescue team arrived and walked across to where the three of us were sitting.

We explained what had happened and where Clare and Barry were. After another 10 minutes the other 4 rescuers arrived and then Richard arrived much to our surprise and started throwing us some food to eat.

They asked Richard to descend to the place where Dave had been, after we had refused the rescue leader Dag's invitation on the grounds of we didn't have a rope. However, when Dag asked one of us to go down the other side of the crevasse to talk to Clare I was more than willing to do so. By my next shout she only moaned so was unconscious.

They started securing ropes and one of the team descended into the crevasse to start freeing Clare. He shouted up to say that he had seen both of them but there was no response from Barry. Still we refused to think that Barry was dead. I walked up to the others again to collect my pack during which time I could hear snow falling and was sure a crack appeared on the bridge down to where Dag had asked me to go earlier. There we waited, getting a constant talk from one of the rescuers about Clare's progress.

At about 5.30 till 6.00 Clare emerged moaning with her eyes closed to begin with then open as she was dragged up the slope she fell down. She had been stuck so fast they had to use a system of pulleys to get her out and she lost her sleeping bag and jacket down the crevasse. The helicopter returned from re-fuelling at Mo-i-Rana and picked Clare up and took her off to hospital. Half an hour later they went down to get Barry and after using antifreeze they melted Barry off the side of the ice and then hauled him out feet first.

Even then I was still believing he was alive. Only when I saw his face did I know he was dead. He had a determined expression with his eyes tightly closed and his fists clenched. His arms and face were red (and white in places). It was then I broke down in disbelief and as soon as I started crying the others with me, Jon and Richard, also broke down. As yet Richard Tanner-Smith and David hadn't because they were still hauling him out and weren't really thinking about the sight.

After 10 minutes the helicopter winched Barry up at about 8.05 followed by David and Richard T.-S. The helicopter then came to collect us, first Richard R. then Jon then myself. When I got into the helicopter I quickly took off my crampons and sat by the others and stared at the feet emerging from the blanket still not believing it was Barry. We landed at a farm about 2 km from the campsite where we unloaded our gear and went into the farmhouse for a cup of hot, black sugarless coffee and a sandwich.

There we sat for half an hour discussing what had happened and talking to the young man who saved Clare.

At 8.45 we loaded our gear into one rescue man's car and said thank you to Dag and the team and the pilot and crew of the helicopter. To our own gear we also loaded Barry's rucksack and other ropes etc. We travelled back to the camp and told Dave who had the unpleasant task of telling the children. Immediately they burst into tears followed by most of us. I however had already cried myself dry and so went around comforting the others but in the process probably making them worse. It was now that Richard T.-S. broke down, as did David. Condolences were passed around all the time during the evening and we sat around until the early hours of the morning discussing the Day's accident. I myself went for a 6 mile walk from 4 o'clock to 6 o'clock to try and convince myself of what had happened. I didn't succeed but felt better for the walk. I went to sleep at 06.00 hours and woke up at about 9.00 to a good breakfast before going to the Police Station and seeing Clare, Cindy and the children at the hospital.

G.R.M.D.

Monday 21st July, 1986 The boat took about 20 minutes to reach the boat-stop. We waited for the other passengers off the boat to depart and then got the rucksacks etc. ashore. After sheltering from a sudden deluge in a tin shed we set off. Giles and I took the lead up the first slope, with Clare slightly behind. It took us about an hour and a half to reach the lowermost tip of the glacier and once there we waited for the rest. We went up the side of the glacier for at least half an hour and we had lunch.

After that we put on warmer clothing, crampons and gloves. We walked up the glacier for about half an hour and stopped at a small ice peak. We then headed down. On the way down a few people tripped over their own crampons, including Lindsay who started sliding down a slope but was stopped by Richard R. Once off the ice the people who didn't want to go up further headed down towards camp. A few minutes later we started walking up the glacier valley. We started walking at about 2.00 pm and stopped after 4 hours of good hard walking. We stopped for tea on a flat piece of rock where we ate and nattered, and put on our equipment. We set off on very even ice with no crevasses and aimed to reach the Arctic.

Unfortunately after an hour or so we reached a crevasse about 200 ft. deep and 50 ft. across which stretched right across the glacier. We turned back and reached our packs at about 7.30 pm. We then talked about the next day's plans. That night after moving from the ice and near to the lake and waterfall we camped as best as we could in sleeping bags and under the stars.

X

Tuesday 22nd July, 1986 The next morning after a "breakfast" (bread, biscuits and sweets) we got onto the ice at about 9.00 am.

The going was easy but it was warm so during one stop we all stripped down to shirts and T-shirts on top and put the rest into our rucksacks. The going got harder until we reached an ice slope which we needed to go across but not down. At the base of this slope were two crevasses separated slightly one behind the other. Barry went across the slope without any trouble and scouted on ahead for a way on and gave us the go-ahead.

I was seventh and as I got about a quarter of the way across I noticed that my left crampon had parted in the front probably due to a sheared screw. I told Dave Hughes who told me to go on as there was little other choice. As I started again Clare shouted and started sliding as she lost her grip. She spun on her backside and so was unable to hold her ice axe in to stop her, and she lost grip of it. As she reached the edge she slowed down and attempted to stop but agonisingly slowly slid over the lip of the crevasse with a frown on her face.

I climbed back and kept well away from the edge. Then Barry and Dave shouted to Clare and got an immediate response. She said she was O.K. and everyone breathed a sigh of relief.

The main concern then was to get the people on the ice slope off it. David climbed out but as I started to get off, the broken crampon lost its grip and I slid a bit, stopped it quickly, and got out. Barry across the slope helped Jon, Rich, and Giles get off at their side using the rope which Jon had been carrying. Barry then coiled the rope and slung it round his neck. Dave Hughes started down the slope to the spot where Clare had gone over. Halfway down he slipped and started sliding towards where Clare would have been.

Barry shouted, "Brake, Dave, brake!" which Dave managed to do but very near the edge. During the slide he badly grazed his forehead and right arm and was bleeding. Barry then started towards Dave, Clare, and also to where Lucy was (she was still on the slope and obviously scared). As Barry started we heard him slip and go down into the crevasse, but not very far down. Dave shouted to Barry but all he got was a moaning. Dave quickly put in ice screws. Firstly he got Lucy off the slope and onto flat ground where Angus, John, David and I were standing. He then went back down to the edge of the crevasse, put in an ice screw and attached himself onto the 9 mm rope which happened to be the shorter rope. He went down and was down there for about 15 minutes.

When he came up again he climbed back to where we were standing and said, "Clare's alright, Barry's in trouble." We asked him if we could get them out but he replied that he didn't have the equipment or experience to do so. He said that we would have to go for the services. He nominated David to stay at our side with the equipment and survival bags which we had set out by that time. The three on the far side of the slope had no choice but to stay on: they could not get back to safety so they stayed there.

Dave then led John, Angus, Lucy and myself off the ice, where we took our crampons off and put our ice axes onto our rucksacks. Lucy was the first to get away, shortly followed by Dave, with John, Angus and myself a little way behind. I started walking fast and left John and Angus behind, and Dave who was already exhausted from his efforts of reaching Barry and Clare. I then caught up with Lucy. We drove each other on. I broke away at one point by taking risks such as jumping large drops to save going around them. However, I lost my "lead" when in sight of the lake I came across a 20 - 30 metre cliff which seemed impassable so I looked for somewhere to climb down. I was halfway down when I got stuck and had to climb back up again. In the meantime Lucy caught up with me. We found a place down which to climb and did so together. Once at the bottom the going was easier, but my crampons fell off my pack and I had to carry them and ended up putting a spike in my hand. We jogged from there to the boat station.

Once there we collapsed on the ground, took off our packs and took off all the warm clothing we had put back on when standing at the top of the ice slope where we got cold. We had little water with us but we drank what we had and ate sweets we carried with us. We got quite a few funny looks as we were sweating like pigs and crunching sweets. I was wearing reflective sunglasses, headband and sleeveless T-shirt with blood all over my hand. We arrived at the boat station at 12.00 pm and had 20 minutes to wait until the boat finally pulled up. We stood on the water's edge and explained to him what had happened from about 10 feet away in loud voices. Because of this a Norwegian gentleman heard us, and because Arnold, the boatman, looked blank, the man helped us to explain in Norwegian what had happened. Arnold then told us that the radio's batteries were flat and he could not radio for help at that distance. So I had to catch the boat to the telephone at the campsite. Lucy stayed with our clothing and rucksacks at the boat station.

On the way across I explained all that had happened to us on the ice to the Norwegian man. At 12.20 pm we arrived at the campsite. Arnold went inside and together with me and the Norwegian gentleman we got through to the services. I showed him on a map where it had occurred. He then explained that the services were on their way and would collect me from a field about 2 km from the camp where I would meet the local policeman and rescuers. I then excused myself and went from the telephone to the tents at the campsite where the people who had gone down the day before were.

I knocked on Cindy's tent. She came out, obviously worried that it was only me back. I explained to her that Barry and Clare were down a crevasse, that Clare was O.K. but that Barry was hurt. Arnold had told me that I was to go with the rescuers back up to the ice so I borrowed warm clothes, gloves, waterproofs, ice axe and crampons off Mark Tozer. Phil Barras came out of his tent and I explained to him what had happened. Together we went back to Arnold who gave us a lift to the farm field. Cindy also gave me one of Barry's jackets, food and drink in a rucksack. When we arrived at the field we had to wait about an hour for the policeman to arrive. W7hen he arrived he came with a doctor and nurse. It was then that the notexi

taking began and taking details started. I showed him where it had happened and told him about it. We sat then and waited for about another hour for the helicopter to arrive.

When it did arrive I met Dag Veimo, the leader of the rescue party. I explained again what had happened and showed him a diagram and told him the details Dave had given us such as she was O.K., Barry was hurt and both about 10 metres down. Also Phil had to give Barry's age and climbing experience. Then I got into the helicopter with Dag Veimo and four rescue party. The doctor and nurse were not able to come with us as they were not properly attired and there was not enough room in the helicopter. We got up into the air where I again explained the situation on the ice via headphones and mike. It took less than fives minutes to reach the others. Dag pointed them out and asked if that was them.

I nodded. He told the pilot who then looked for somewhere to land. We landed near to where we had started out that morning. The helicopter landed and six of us got out including one of the crew of the helicopter. Once on the ice we put our crampons on and there we lost time while the helicopter man had to adjust brand new crampons and put them on which took about 10-15 minutes. We then covered the distance which had taken us an hour to cover in about 15 minutes. I saw Giles, Jon and Rich at about 4 o'clock and said, "Alright lads?" and watched as their jaws dropped open at seeing me walk up. Dag had told me while we were getting our crampons on that after the four hours he didn't give much hope for Clare or Barry. He was quite happy, that when he asked Giles to shout to Clare she moaned a response.

Together we explained that the three were stuck on their piece of ice and couldn't get off but could only go down to the other side of the crevasse from the rescuers. I threw the three sweets and snacks as they had been without food for about six hours. It took about half an hour before they had set up enough equipment to go down to Barry and Clare. They even at first couldn't see Barry and were going to get the helicopter to fetch Dave to show them. But when one of them went down he saw Clare and Barry. Dag then told us that they were going to try for Clare first as she still moaned and groaned but there was no sound from Barry and Giles said that there hadn't been for several hours. They needed someone else on the lip of the crevasse so I went down to help. The rescuers attached a rope to Clare's rucksack and to her harness and we pulled alternatively on one then the other. Unfortunately she was firmly stuck and it was only after at least an hour she started moving freely. When we finally pulled her on to the lip of the crevasse, she was unconscious but moaning quietly. She was blue and soaking wet.

I then went back up the slope and helped a rescuer pull her up the slope to the top. Once there they took off her boots, crampons, socks, etc. and all her wet clothing. He wrapped her in blankets and survival foil and we then built a windshield out of the packs and survival packs. Once there she became quiet but tried to wriggle around so I had to hold her down with one hand while I ate a sandwich with the other. We had to wait about half an hour for the helicopter to refuel and return. Once we got her onto the helicopter stretcher, Dag patted me on the back and gave me the thumbs up. She was then winched up. That was at about 6.00 pm, eight hours after she first went in. I then asked Dag if they were going for Barry. He replied that they would, but that he was probably dead. Even then I don't think any of us believed it, all of us were still wanting for him to get out alive. The rescuer who had been with Clare for the \lh hours had to be winched away with her as he was very cold and in a fairly bad state.

They started for Barry at about 6.30 pm and even then all of us were joking and the rescuers were still happy and pleased about getting Clare out. We tried the same method for getting Barry out but he had frozen into the ice so we had to use antifreeze to free him and again after about an hour he started moving freely. We pulled on ropes to which we were attached with descenders to prevent us falling into the crevasse, since when we had been pulling Clare out an ice screw had pulled out, causing us to fall over dangerously near the edge.

It was near 8 o'clock when we got Barry out and we knew he was dead as soon as we saw him. His face and arms were blue and his eyes screwed up in determination or pain. He was pulled out feet first as he had fallen head first and the first thing we saw were his crampons. We pulled him out of the crevasse and then up the slope to the top where we wrapped him in blankets. Even then we couldn't believe he was dead and expected the rescuers to shout that they had found a pulse or that he was breathing but we also knew that he had to be dead. The rescuers then worked in near silence as we got all the gear together ready to be lifted out. They recalled the helicopter and I had to hold on to Barry as the helicopter hovered. The blankets blew off and it was then that I saw his face in a determined looking set. After they had lifted him out I was surprised to find myself put in a harness and I remember looking down as I was lifted and seeing the crevasse where it had all happened. We were all lifted in that helicopter but not the rescuers so we arrived back at the farm at about 8.15 pm. We were taken into the house and given some hot food and hot, black sugarless coffee, much needed but lacking in taste. We talked it over in the kitchen together with the rescuer who had left early. About 20 minutes later the rescuers including Dag arrived. We talked to them and he and the police interviewed me briefly before we were taken back to the camp. The hardest thing was back at camp when we saw everybody standing expectantly and when Dave Hughes came up to us and we had to say "Barry's dead." He then turned around and told Gael and Lindsay who started crying immediately which left everyone else in tears. The rest of the evening for me was spent sitting quietly and thinking about the day past. Nothing seemed worth it even though Clare was miraculously alive defying all odds. I thought it had all been wasted when Dave got a telephone call, and I expected the news that Clare had died in hospital after we had got her out, and was relieved when it turned out to be the press searching for a story. I went to bed at about 1.30 and eventually fell into a deep but not dreamless sleep.

R.J.T.S. xn

Monday 21st July, 1986 We woke up early to pack the gear we had got ready the day before. At this time most of the school party looked and felt terrible but we got ready quite efficiently for leaving on the boat at 10.00 am. The passage was a quick one with most of us still waking up. Once off the boat we formed a chain to unload the boat by relay. The people staying overnight by the glacier were astonished at the weight of their own day sacks, but for me I still had an uneasy feeling that I had forgotten to pack something.

Halfway up the path there was level ground and a huge torrent of water coming out of a solid rock wall, which filled the lake, then the fjords, etc. At the end of the path we were presented with the glacier and glacier lake. The glacier was coloured white, blue and green, and a cool breeze was coming off the top. We also realised that the glacier was melting at an alarming rate: only 50 years ago the glacier lake was covered by it. Barry was bringing up the rear with his family, Cindy, Gael and Lindsay; and after another half hour we were slightly above the beginning of the glacier, taking pictures and chatting among ourselves as water was dripping off the glacier. We waited for Barry and co. to arrive. We didn't have to wait long and again we were off, walking up the craggy slope beside the glacier, taking short rests every so often, for an hour or so; then we stopped.

We got our food packs out and started eating, then took the crampons out as well as the ice axe and put them on. Mr. Hughes went ahead looking for an easy route for it was our first time on ice. Nobody found it difficult except Gael whom Barry stayed with all the time. While on the ice John almost lost his ice axe but Richard Robson and myself got it out of a small crevasse. Later Phil Barras in his tweeds lost a screw in his crampon so we made our way back to Cindy. Lindsay slid down a few slopes, to be stopped first of all by Richard Robson's quick reflexes and then by Liz Ashton. Next to fall was Clare Summers and finally my own fair self fell head first. Nobody was hurt, thankfully. Once back at the equipment we ate some more and split up, those going up and those going down at 2.30 pm.

The way up was a long slog, tiring and very thirsty work, but not without wisecracks from Barry, at Clare falling and other things. Eventually we got to the place we were going to walk from to get to the Arctic Circle. Once on the ice we walked in the direction of the ice fall, but we soon found that 20 - 30 foot wide crevasses which were about 100 feet deep were blocking our way; and before that we had to cross a snow bridge some 20 feet wide by belay. When we were off the ice and had packed our crampons and ice axe away we set off for some shelter in the rocks for our bivvies. When we had chosen our spots we made our biwies, and having eaten we slept.

Monday night was a joke: it was cold, speaking for myself. Thank God it didn't rain. By 8.00 am we were all up and joking with ourselves. Giles, Rich and Clare were hopping around in their sleeping bags so I took some pictures for posterity.

At about 8.30 am all of us were up and dressed and packed and had found Barry in an enclosure which the last Norway party had built six years ago.

So at about 9.00 am we set off out over the ice. I was lagging behind with Dave because I was late putting the crampons on and getting on the ice. As we walked along I started chatting with Dave, till we reached a point where I could see the party. Dave told me to go on ahead because he wanted to take a few pictures, so I did as he said and reached them in a few minutes. Barry led the group in and out of the hills of ice, zig-zagging the crevasses when necessary.

Then we reached that crevasse, which was at the bottom of a steep slope we had to traverse. Barry must have thought it was okay because he went first and Jon followed, who in turn was followed by Rich R. and Giles who carefully made it to the other side. Then Clare went down, carefully, not hurrying at all, and at about halfway across, her outer crampon slipped. She fell on her back, head first, slowly spiralling and screaming as she went over the edge of the crevasse. We all watched in horror, shocked, unable to say much at all. Our worst fears had come to the surface.

Xlll

Dave calmly but quickly came to the front of the group who hadn't yet traversed across. Giles was now thrown a rope to attach himself to as he went to relative safety. Meanwhile Lucy was in the centre of the slope and saw Clare fall in front of her, and as she saw Dave going down to the crevasse behind her and slip and just brake before the crevasse, she was in shock. Dave then started rigging the rope for his descent into the crevasse. He was bleeding from the head and hands. Dave managed to give David Harryman a second ice axe to get himself up. As he did, Dave went back down to tend to the ice screws.

We saw Barry beginning to get some rope ready, so we told Lucy to stay put and that Barry would help.

Barry went down to Dave to give assistance, but as he reached halfway down he slipped. Instinctively, he was on his belly, using his ice axe to brake him as effectively as possible, but he just continued sliding. As he seemed to be slowing he was going over the edge, and in an almost sarcastic tone he said 'shit' and disappeared. Then all we could hear was Barry's moans, which I at first thought was just another joke, then I realised he must be hurt quite badly.

Lucy's legs were beginning to shake and we told her to use the ice axe she had to secure herself and to try to stay calm. Dave eventually reached Lucy and gave her another ice axe, and came to the top with her.

I then gave him my ice axe which was one of the few with a wrist loop. He went down and secured Clare with a rope, and spoke to her, so calming her. Then he went to Barry who was lying on a snow ledge, hurt.

He said to Dave something like "I've learned the moral to this." Even then he was speaking incoherently.

Dave came out of the crevasse, shaking his head and saying that four of us must go to get help, which meant reaching the 11.30 am boat and getting him to radio the situation in.

Lucy and Rich, and John and myself were the two groups going down to try to get help. Dave had told the rest to stay put and keep trying to get a response from Clare and Barry down the crevasse. David was on one side with the survival bags we had set up for the two down the crevasse. Dave was off the ice as well and told us to go on ahead because he was very tired. Lucy and Rich shot off and John and myself tried to follow. We couldn't catch them, so we thought of ourselves as a back-up for Rich and Lucy.

On the way down John and myself came upon Dave and went down with him to the small quay and waited with Lucy who had stayed behind waiting for us to say that Rich had gone with the boat. John and myself were told then by Dave to look after Lindsay and Gael, and to keep any press, which he told us was inevitable, to stay away from them using any means possible.

When we got to the camp, to my delight I saw Mark and Nicky looking after Gael and Lindsay. Myself and John had to liven up the atmosphere. We waited with everybody, waiting for news, and anxiety filled me as I saw the helicopter going to and fro over us.

That evening after the rest had returned and I had been told about Barry's death by Giles, and had seen Lindsay and Gael break up in front of me, I felt like an idiot after - like the others - getting them on a high, saying their father would be okay. And all I could do was make tea, coffee and chocolate for the rest, and serve food and eventually clean up.

I wish I could have done more, but what - without endangering my own life and others on the ice; or getting down the slope ahead of Rich - but quite rightly John said we must stay together for our own safety if anything happened.

I realise that Rich may blame himself for not being faster down, to save Barry, but I realise that Barry couldn't be saved and that Clare was, and for that I am thankful.

What else could I, or anybody, do? We tried.

A .D .B.

Monday 21st July, 1986 "Clare? Nicky? You awake?" That's how we were woken up on Monday morning. After grunting replies we began to change and sort our gear out.

"I don't know that I want to go, now," Clare mumbled.

"Why the hell not?"

"I'm nervous."

"God, so am I but I suppose everyone is first time on the ice - that's why I'm not staying overnight. . .

I just want to get the feel of it first. If you feel right, go."

"Yeah, I suppose you're right. Anyway, I can't back out now."

Sitting next to Clare on the boat, I talked about the walk, and our nerves seemed to have settled for a short while. Clare set off ahead of me, with Giles and Richard, I think. I stayed with Liz and Gael for most of the way talking about all sorts. The views were magnificent, especially my first real sight of the glacier - I couldn't believe how blue it was. When we stopped for lunch I didn't realise until two minutes before we actually climbed onto the ice that this was our ascending point. Putting the crampons on, my nerves hit me again. After Barry made me put on a pair of gloves, he showed me how to climb and walk on the ice. It was easier than I expected. My adrenalin certainly was high as we climbed peaks and crossed near to deep, narrow crevasses. I really began to enjoy this walk. It was totally different to anything I'd ever done before. The only time I had any qualms whatsoever was when I saw Angus in front of me slip and fall into a hollow. But he picked himselfup and carried on perfectly alright.

When we climbed off the ice, taking the crampons off and watching the antics of Dave and Barry, I began to wish I was staying there as well. It was great fun walking down with Lindsay flinging herself down every cliff, Phil charging on ahead saying "We'll miss the boat unless we hurry", Gael having to be helped occasionally by Mark, Liz taking us round every long route. Gael and I sat on that boat occasionally grunting, and getting out at the other end was a real effort. xiv

At the camp we unpacked and began a meal, 'Pewk and Pasta" - a Lindsay special. It was, in fact, delicious and after that we all felt brilliant. That night we all sat on the log by the lake, talking, playing cards and fighting off the midges. We played cards until Cindy sent us to bed and then I sat with Gael for a long while talking about my mother's death last year.

"I don't know what I'd do if someone close to me died." I remember her saying that vividly. I told her how I felt and how I got over it. She sat and listened and talked about her own problems then she went to bed. I went for a walk down the lake side and then went to bed myself.

Tuesday 22nd July, 1986 Next morning Gael woke me up and after breakfast and a few letters written, we had a hair wash! Cindy got some hottish water ready and us four girls and Cindy washed it in luke warm water. We felt so good after that. It's unbelievable how good a hair wash makes you feel. Phil had tried earlier to take a swim and the language he used obviously showed that the lake was rather cold.

When it started to rain we piled into Mark's tent to play cards. After a few games of'forfeit' which Liz lost every time, we started on Black Jack. After a while we heard voices. Mark said, "Hey, listen, they're back." We listened further.

"It's something about 'rescue'," Liz said, to which we all cracked up in laughter.

"No, listen." We opened the zip on the tent and peered out. Richard T.-S. greeted us: "There's been an accident. Have you any warm clothes and some crampons?" My heart stopped. I knew that those four words "There's been an accident" always mean more than that. I couldn't believe the brief description Rich gave us. Barry and Clare. Clare alright, Barry . . . ? A helicopter needed. We sprang into action. Phil went with Rich to the helicopter and we set about doing . . . nothing. There wasn't anything we could do after the initial getting of warm clothes. We started to worry.

The first sight of the helicopter was strange. It took an age for it to arrive. We watched it circle the glacier area then return. Little were we to know that that helicopter would do that exact same flight hundreds of times. Talking to Gael and Linsay we managed to assure them that their daddy would be alright.

"He'll come back saying what an adventure it was, won't he?" Lindsay thought for a while, grinned and agreed.

When Liz went over to help Lucy with the rucksacks, we waited by the jetty. When we saw Lucy, Angus, John and Dave we realised how serious this "accident" really was. Dave was filthy - covered in blood, so we helped him and the others, getting drinks and calming them down. Me and Liz tried a bit of singing. It cheered us up, then for some strange reason we looked at each other and broke down. Both being hugged by Mark and Cindy, we laughed at us crying and cried at us laughing. It was awful. We felt guilty for crying, but after we'd done that, we felt we had the strength to carry on the day. When I sat and talked to Angus he seemed more concerned about me.

Are you alright? I know two major accidents in one year have happened to you."

I was annoyed at him for thinking of me, but at the same time it hit me that it was exactly eleven months to the day - the 22nd - that my mother died. I was in the wrong place again. I couldn't believe how I was never there, I felt like a jinx - still do, in a way. I just can't help it. If I don't go somewhere with people I know, is there always going to be an accident? Angus talked to me and pulled me out of my ten minute depression. I then thought of Gael and Lindsay and between us - me, Liz and Mark - we managed to get them to laugh and to play about. By the time we cooked our evening meal we were all in high spirits again.

Liz was prancing about like a loony, Lindsay was following her. We were laughing at them.

When a car pulled up Gael began to shake just softly saying "No". When Jon got out with Dave, Richard, Giles and Richard, Gael broke. She knew there was something desperately wrong. I told her to turn away, not to get uptight before she knew that anything was amiss. I stood with Gael and Lindsay talking non-stop to them, trying to get their minds off the conversation Jon was having with Dave at the back of us. When Dave came up to us I knew then that it was fatal. I held tightly onto Gael. I think Mark had hold of Lindsay.

"It's not going to be easy telling you two . . . your daddy's died.

Those were Dave's exact words and they threw the whole campsite into confusion. Lindsay crumpled.

Gael stood and shook in my arms. Liz sobbed as she sank to the ground by the trailer. At one stage there was only Mark and I not crying. We knew then that we had to take care of Gael and Lindsay - I don't know why, it was just a feeling. We took them, walking them up and down - Mark with Gael, me with Lindsay. One by one, as the others recovered, they came over to help them. Everyone was so concerned for those two girls.

When the man arrived from the hospital, Mark and I took the girls. The half hour drive to the hospital took an age. Mark was in the middle of the two girls in the back. I was in the front. At the hospital we took Gael and Lindsay in to Cindy. After a few brief words with her we left her with her children and went into the waiting room. Phil joined us eventually, saying, "Cindy's brave - if she wasn't Barry wouldn't have married her." Those words had a great effect on us, and after promising Lindsay that we'd be back in the morning, we left.

Arriving back at the camp, we had a bite to eat and a walk. Then the group had a talk around a bottle of whisky. We got a lot said and felt much much better. We were up till four.

N.J. H. XV

We who were in Norway would like to add to these accounts something more than a footnote - a feeling which, no doubt, we share with you at home.

Superintendent Kvale and the Police in Mo-i-Rana brought professional skill and humanity to the accident and its aftermath. Actions and inquiries which might have added to the ordeal for all of us were conducted with efficiency and tact.

The Doctors and staff of Rana Sykehus could, sadly, do nothing for Barry; but they helped his wife and children with a gentleness which we shall always appreciate. We are eternally grateful for the skill with which they helped Clare through those critical hours to her recovery.

It may be that our most intense gratitude is for the men whose courage and ability brought both Clare and Barry out of the crevasse. Torgeir Hallhjem of the Rescue Squadron walked on a glacier for the first time to give his help. Audun Ursin did the dreadful job of going down to fix his rope to Barry: this took perhaps a kind of bravery which it is difficult to appreciate. Stein Gotaas descended to Clare at the beginning of the rescue, and at great risk and discomfort to himself stayed in the crevasse until she was recovered. Dr Dag Veimo (pictured above with David Hughes) was on-the-spot director of the whole operation: so much depended upon his knowledge and judgement.

To these people, our admiration and our heartfelt thanks.

The Rise

Christmas After extensive internal renovation with bed-sits for the Sixth Forms, a games room and a kitchen, the term started with the arrival of Mr. D. Crook as Assistant Housemaster and Mrs. Shuttleworth as the new Matron. Timothy Lakin was appointed Head of School and David White Head of House.

Despite losing so many players from the last year's successful team, the Rise spirit prevailed in securing the InterHouse Rugby Cup for the ninth successive year. Convincing victories in the first two rounds against Temple and Manor, 36-0 and 34-0 respectively, saw us safely into the Final where we met a strong School House side but thanks to forward dominance, resulting in three tries, and complemented by a young backline, we rose to the occasion to win 20-0. During the term we saw seven players represent the 1st XV, notably Jason Brewster, the captain, and Alistair Palmer a very promising Vth year player, while J. Brewster, T. Lakin, D. White and R. Hemsley received Colours.

At all levels we were well represented in School teams with 60% of the House regularly turning out on Saturdays.

Timothy Wharton showed outstanding promise playing hockey for Yorkshire and North East England at under 18 level. At junior level M. Copley and A. Buck represented the School at Cross-Country and T. White played number one for the 2nd V Squash Team. M. Harris and G. Wilkinson twice played for the new School Badminton Team and M. Copley successfully represented the School at Chess on a number of occasions.

Apart from sport the Rise's Chapel Week was, as usual, well presented and thought out and gained considerable respect from around the School. The Rise 'choir' provided the basis for the School's singing, excellently led by head chorister Miles Whittaker, whose dulcet tones could be heard resounding around the Chapel.

James Mee showed talent of a different kind, by representing the School in the junior section of York Schools' Public Speaking Competition and did well but was not placed. High-flyer M. Taylor, on the other hand, took to the air, raising £60 in a sponsored parachute jump.

Academically we reached the required standard with few distinctions, and to round off a very successful term, M. Whittaker is to be congratulated on being awarded his Senior House Colours. Finally, thanks must go to Mr. and Mrs. Hirst for a very enjoyable House Christmas Party.

Easter The term started with the annual General Knowledge competition, set once again by Mr. Hirst. The outstanding performance of the House was J. Woolley who won the Junior prize, and was also a regular member of the highly successful School quiz team. Another intellectual event of the term saw the birth of an Inter-House quiz competition, The Rise bravely going down in the first round to Grove. Matthew Copley has continued to represent the School Chess team.

On the sporting side, Tim Wharton is to be congratulated on being captain of the 1st XI Hockey Team in the Lower Sixth, a notable achievement, with J. Brewster and I. Burdass representing the team. D. White was made captain of the successful 2nd XI with J. Ogden regularly playing. J. Wensley and G. Wilkinson played for the Colt's XI. The first sporting competition of the term was the Inter-House Cross-Country. The juniors won their event with captain A. Buck (5), M. Copley (6) and not forgetting A. Armstrong (119), whose position proved vital for victory.

The seniors ran disappointingly and were placed fifth.

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The longest running competition in the term was the five-a-side football. Having won a hard fought league The Rise then proceeded to the Final to meet Dronfield, who had already beaten us. We eventually won comfortably, 5-1, J. Brewster being the outstanding player in the competition and scoring twenty goals.

The Senior squash team, after reaching the Finals were convincingly beaten by a strong Dronfield team, despite the fact that T. White represented the 1st V on many occasions.

The Junior Inter-House Rugby Competition finally got underway towards the end of the term, after numerous postponements due to the freezing weather. The Rise had early victories over Temple, Dronfield and Grove, and by beating School House in the Semi-Final went on to meet a strong Manor side, when, uncharacteristically, we lacked cohesion within the team and lost 4-12.

M. Whittaker showed that in addition to his singing 'talents', he could also deliver a competent intellectual speech at the Debating Society. M. Taylor and J. Ogden played a major part in organizing the charity 'Emergency Box Scheme' throughout the School.

The last week of term saw the swimming gala take place, in which The Rise finished in a very commendable third place, after already winning the Standards Cup yet again. Outstanding talent was shown by K. Schoeman who was placed first in all his events; this augurs well for the future. For outstanding service to The Rise, Junior House colours were awarded to J. Baldwin and K. Schoeman. Congratulations to them. This brought to an end another enjoyable and successful term within The Rise.

Summer In a term dominated by exams, the House was nevertheless successful in sporting events. Three members of the House regularly played for the 1st XI. Colours were re-awarded to D. M. D. White and J. Brewster and awarded to G. Wilkinson. In the House Cricket Tournaments The Rise were runners-up in both Senior and Junior Competitions. The Seniors went easily into the Final by beating Dronfield and Grove, but in the Final we could not contain School House who eventually scored too many runs for us to reach. The Juniors had a more difficult run to the Final. A very impressive win in the Semi-Final over School House meant that they played a very strong junior Manor side, which in the end turned out to be too strong, despite some spirited bowling

by J. Baldwin. One sporting event in which the House surprisingly excelled was the Shooting. The Rise won the overall competition and there were two outstanding performances; C. Warrington was the second best individual shot and A. Armstrong won the trophy for the Best Young Shot.

Many Risites represented the School at all levels in cricket, rowing and athletics. D. Burns, T. Lakin and J. Robinson were awarded Rowing Colours and T. Wharton was chosen to represent the north in the All England Schools Athletics Championships.

Away from the sports field, the Rise was very well represented at Prize Giving. T. Lakin gained the Norman Crombie Memorial Prize as retiring Head of School, C. R. Hemsley won the Wilcox prize for Physics, M. V. G. Whittaker the Paddy Power Prize, W. Clarke the Skrenty Prize for creative writing. J. Mee the Junior Essay Prize and a Third Form prize. D. Burns was commended for his Maths Project and J. Woolley was commended for the essay he entered in the Junior Competition. Finally Nicholas Chippindale gained the Junior Art Prize.

Congratulations to all of these.

The final sporting event of the year was the Inter-House Athletics Competition. In one of the best competitions for a few years, the Rise retained the Trophy by beating School House in the final relay. Among the many winners, the most outstanding were M. Harris, who took the Sprint Cup as winner of the 100m and 200m races.

D. Home who won the Senior high-jump and also equalled the School record, and the Intermediate 4 x 100m relay team of A. Palmer, N. Chippindale, J. Baldwin and M. Copley who won their race convincingly and also equalled the School record.

We now look back on a year that has shown not only the unquestioned sporting prowess of the House, but also the interest and ability of many more members of the House in both academic and artistic fields.

It only remains for me to say farewell to our leavers, thank them for their efforts over the past year and wish them well in the future.

School House Christmas At the beginning of term the House welcomed two new Assistant Housemasters Mr. R. G. Shread and Mr. P. R. Kingsbury. The House also welcomed nine Third Formers and four Lower Sixth girls, while Conal Scholes and Sholto Stewart joined the House from Temple and Jonathan Turnbull from Grove. Simon Forman was appointed Head of House.

The House had a healthy sporting term Simon Forman led a strong XV in the Senior House Rugby Competition.

After comfortable victories over Dronfield and Grove, the team met the Rise in the Final. The whole team played with great spirit and, although losing 20-0, left the field with pride firmly intact. The House had a strong contingent in the First XV, and our congratulations go to Simon Forman, Conal Scholes, Nigel Collinson and Nigel Muirhead on being awarded First XV Colours. Colin Bosomworth captained a successful second XV with Philip Brierley, Clive Walton, Ayo Ajose-Adeogun, Laurent Kssis and Christopher Bond all playing throughout the season. Jason Rhodes and Daniel George played regularly for the Third XV. Stephen Proudley and Neil Normington played for the Senior Colts. At Under 15 level Richard Hutchinson, Mark Camacho, Charles Mindenhall and Christopher Gummery played for the 'A' XV; Matthew Forman, Stuart Mills and Trevor Bosomworth played in the 'B' XV. Peter Midgley, Thomas Ward, Mark Greensit and Gavin Proudley played for the Under 14 'A' XV. Charles Metcalfe and Atanu Roy represented the House in the 'B' XV. 40

The girls' Hockey had solid support from the House. Jennifer Ward captained the First XI; Anna Campbell, Katherine Potter and Catherine Campbell also played. The Second XI was captained by Katy Hamilton; Nicola Hutchinson and Louise Gorman also were members of the team. Jennifer Ward represented the House in girls' Squash. Katy Hamilton played for the girls' Netball Team.

Nigel Muirhead played for the First V Squash Team. Richard Hutchinson and Mark Camacho both played for the Under 15 Squash Team. Stuart Mills played for the First Chess Team and Laurent Kssis played for the Second Team.

In the School production of "Joan of Arc" Anna Campbell played Joan while Brian Steel, Carl Cook and Jennifer Ward also took part. Our congratulations go to them for their contribution to the success of the play. Paul Wareham, Simon Desai, Clare Summers and Gavin Proudley played in the School Band at the "Carols for All" and at the School Carol Service in the Minster. Several members of the House took part in the Waine Concert and we congratulate Charles Mindenhall, Katherine Potter and Gavin Proudley on receiving music awards. Charles Mindenhall sang in the Choir.

Paul Wareham is to be congratulated on a R.A.F. Scholarship for the Sixth Form; he becomes the second person in the House to be awarded such a Scholarship.

Our thanks go to William Terry and Clive Walton for representing the House on the Chapel Committee.

At the end of term Mrs. Violet Lane, one of our cleaning staff, retired after twelve years. During the last week a presentation was made to show the House's appreciation of her loyal service over the years. We wish her well in her retirement.

The end of term festivities included a successful House party. On the last night of term, Mr. and Mrs. Taylor invited everyone to join them for Christmas cake and punch: we thank them both very much for an enjoyable time.

This term saw the arrival of two new faces: Juliet Robson from Ardingly College and Jonathan Laverack from Temple House. We welcome them both.

The Easter Term, as usual, saw a wide range of sporting activities in which the House was well represented, and supported! There were seven members of the House in the first XI: Simon Forman, Christopher Bond, Colin Bosomworth, Nigel Collinson, Sholto Stewart, Conal Scholes and Clive Walton all played, and Colin, Sholto and Nigel were awarded their colours; Nigel also received the Burn Trophy. Ayo Ajose-Adeogun and Simon Desai both represented the Second XI, and Nigel Muirhead and Stephen Proudley played Colts hockey.

The cross-country competition saw the seniors, under Andrew Tweedy's captaincy, come an easy first, with six runners in the first ten places. The juniors finished a creditable second. In five-a-side scoccer, Philip Brierley captained the side to a respectable third place in the competition and received the Lillis Cup for his efforts.

The Junior Rugby Competition saw the advent of a league system in lieu of the usual knock-out. The team, under the captaincy of Mark Camacho, lost to the Rise in the Semi-Final.

The House came third in the Senior Squash Competition. Congratulations are due to Nigel Muirhead and Jennie Ward on being awarded their School colours for Squash.

The final sporting event of the term saw the House finish fourth in the Swimming Gala. The captain, Christopher Bond, led an inspired senior relay team to victory. All members deserve credit for this performance: Christopher Bond, Jason Rhodes, Clive Walton and Conal Scholes. The juniors also won their relay event: the successful team was Peter Midgley, Mark Greensit, Mark Pyrah and Gavin Proudley.

This term saw the General Knowledge Quiz, organised by Mr. P. N. Barras. The House team of Paul Wareham, Atanu Roy and Charles Mindenhall, captained by Carl Cook, lost to Dronfield in the first round. Better luck next year!

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On stage, the production of Andromaque saw Jennie Ward and Philip Brierley perform well, and the play was enjoyable, at least to those who understood more than a modicum of French!

As usual, there was a strong contribution to music from the House. Kate Potter, Gavin Proudley and Charles Metcalfe all featured in concerts, and particular congratulations go to Charles Metcalfe for his accomplished performance on the guitar. The end of term saw 'In Vein', led by Simon Desai, in concert. £90 was raised for Save the Children: a very fine effort.

Summer There were a great many feats achieved by the members of the House this term. These included Conal Scholes running 100m in North Yorkshire Athletics and being chosen to represent N. Yorkshire at Portsmouth in an AllEngland Schools Championship. Richard Hutchinson was chosen to play in a trial match for the English Public Schools Cricket team at U15 level.

Continuing with the sporting scene, five members of the House, Simon Forman, Philip Brierley, Colin Bosomworth, Nigel Muirhead and Richard Hutchinson all played for the 1st XI cricket team. Richard was awarded his colours whilst Philip, Nigel and Simon, the captain, were all reawarded them. With Nigel Collinson, captain, Nicholas Patchett and Paul Wareham playing regularly for the 2nd XI, the House had a very strong side.

As predicted, the team, joined by Mark Camacho, Jason Rhodes and Conal Scholes, reached the Final and eventually beat the Rise. The Junior side, although playing well, lost to the Rise in the Semi-Final. However, their 5-a-side indoor football team, captained by Mark Camacho, showed skill and enthusiasm but they were outplayed, again in the Semi-Final, by a stronger Manor team. The match was close and we were unlucky to lose 3-2. We eventually finished 3rd overall.

The Boat Club was well represented this term. William Terry and Laurent Kssis rowed in a Lower Sixth crew to win at York Summer Regatta and Martin Bellingham rowed in the winning fifth form crew, coxed by Justin Gaunt, at Bradford. Laurent, William and Catherine Campbell were each awarded their Rowing Colours and William was made joint captain of Boats for next year. Meanwhile Clive Walton and Christopher Bond were awarded colours for their performances in the 1st VI. The House tennis side was strong and reached the Final under the guidance of their captain, Christopher Bond. The team must be congratulated on beating Temple in that Final, 5-4.

The School House Athletics team, organised by Conal Scholes and Christopher Bond, came second to Rise on Sports Day. Nicholas Patchett gained a new High Jump Record, Christopher Bond won the 800m cup, Nigel Muirhead won the 3000m and 1500m and Atanu Roy won the Junior 100m and 200m whilst Christopher Gummery won the intermediate 100m and 200m. Gavin Proudley won the Junior 400m and Christopher Midgley won the Intermediate Discus.

Charles Metcalfe, Simon Desai, Nicky Hutchinson and Katherine Potter took part in the Poetry and Folk Evening whilst Mr. Taylor, Thomas Ward and Atanu Roy each had parts in Ian Lowe's production of 'Zigger Zagger'. Mr. Taylor's part as a medical examiner was both convincing and entertaining. We hope that he will continue his dramatic involvement.

School chapel week had its ups and downs but overall was very successful and thanks go to Clive Walton and William Terry for organising such a memorable week, and to all those who took part. Thanks must also go to Philip Brierley and Paul Wareham for being the Sponsored Walk representatives and congratulations must go to every member of the House for completing the full, gruelling 20 miles. Finally, we wish Mr. Kingsbury, all the Fifth and Upper Sixth leavers all the best and we thank Mr. and Mrs. Taylor for their work throughout the year and hopefully next year will be just as successful as this one.

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Christmas At the beginning of the new School year Temple welcomed 8 boys and 3 girls into the House, taking the total to 63.

Peter Brotherton was appointed Head of House, Simon Cockerill, Claire Grimston, William Hide, Peter Jackson and Philippa Mutter were appointed as House Monitors.

The first major event of the term was the House rugby and Temple, fielding a predominantly young side, was once again unlucky to be drawn against the Rise. The side, captained by Simon Cockerill, fought hard during the match but failed to prevent the Rise winning convincingly. Special mentions however must go to Simon Cockerill and Nigel Durham for their superb performances.

On the cultural side, Temple kept up its high musical standards with Gary Brown, Peter Jackson, Guenther Klar, Adrian Lightly and Jason Mellor playing in School concerts throughout the term.

Peter Jackson, David James, Ben Howat and Tom Howat took part in the successful School production of'Joan of Arc'.

The House Table Tennis Competition, now in its second year, was once again very popular, Peter Jackson beat William Robinson in a closely contested Final, winning 21-19 and 24-22.

The House put a lot of time and money into charities throughout the term. Pupils collected at York City F.C. for the Ethiopian Appeal, and in York for The Children's Society as well as giving generously to the Schools' Aid Project in the Harvest Festival.

At the end of the term the new tutor system was announced and we were pleased to welcome Mrs. Biller and Mr. Riley into Temple and we hope that they enjoy their future association with the House.

Easter This term was a particularly busy one for sports. On paper Temple had a good 5-a-side football team. In reality, however, the side failed to find its form during the competition, winning only one match.

The Junior House Rugby team surprised everyone by reaching the semi-finals, having beaten Grove 4-0 and Dronfield 18-10. In their next match they met a strong side from Manor and were well beaten. Philip Brown and Karl Dsakin are to be commended for their fine performances throughout the competition.

In the Inter-House Cross Country the Juniors did especially well. Jamie Leather won the event, Mark Quaker was third and Philip Brown was ninth. Temple found no success in the House Squash, losing to Dronfield, Queen's and Clifton. The Chess was much the same except for a fine performance by Peter Jackson, who was the only one to win in the team's 4-1 defeat. Peter Brotherton and Peter Jackson were both regulars in the School 'B' Chess team. The last sporting event of the term was the Swimming Gala. John Coatesworth, Jack Cooke and John Grainger performed extremely well, all of them winning at least one race.

The Inter-House General Knowledge Quiz was held earlier in the term. With good results in the individual general knowledge, Temple appeared to have a strong team. It was, therefore, not surprising when they reached the final, having easily seen offchallenges from Clifton and Dronfield in the previous rounds. The team contested a very close and exciting final in which they narrowly lost to Manor.

On the theatrical side Temple was well-represented both on stage and behind the scenes. Claire Grimston, William Hide and Peter Jackson played the major roles in the French play 'Andromaque' and Ben and Tom Howat organised the stage lighting.

At the end of the term Simon Cockerill, Nigel Durham and William Robinson received their House Colours.

Summer The Summer term contained few sporting successes. In the cricket the Juniors met the Rise. Put into bat first, they made a low score which was easily beaten by their opponents, who lost only one wicket. The Seniors made an impressive 104 all out, with Mark Reid making a fine half century. Having made such a high score it looked as if Temple was in a commanding position, but due to some slack overs by the opening bowlers and numerous fielding mistakes, Manor were allowed to reach 105 for 5 and win the match.

The Junior Football Team, like the Seniors, struggled to find their form in the earlier matches, but were rewarded for their determined efforts with three wins in their last three matches. Throughout the competition Philip Brown showed what an excellent player he was and looked to be one of the best in the School. Due to 'O' and 'A' Level commitments Temple was forced to put out a weakened shooting team, who nevertheless finished in a creditable third place. In the Athletics Competition we finished fourth. Our high position was largely due to superb performances by Jamie Leather, David Tunstall, Philip Brown and John Grainger. Our one sporting success came in the Inter-House Tennis. Led by Nicholas Green, the team swept through the first round to meet Dronfield, the number one seeds. In a tense and exciting match third form Sulieman Al-Bassam played like a Wimbledon Champion and helped the House to a close but well-deserved victory and a place in the Final, where we sadly lost to School House but only after a very close competition.

The House was well represented in the Rowing this term with Philippa Mutter captain of Girls Boats and Simon Cockerill a member of the first crew. Both received their Rowing Colours.

On the academic side, Temple won the Merit cup for the seventh successive year. It was pleasing to see that the House, once again, took an active part in charity events, with just about everybody going on the Sponsored Walk and a number raising over £50. Karl Deakin is to be particularly commended for raising over £65.

The House is sorry to see the departure of Mr. Cranville, who is leaving to become House Master of Queen's.

We wish him well. We extend a welcome to Mrs. Davies and Mr. Hubbard who join the House next term and hope they enjoy being part of Temple. All that remains is to wish the leavers well and thank Mr. Drysdale, Mr. Brown, Mr. Cranville and the Tutors for all their hard work throughout the year.

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RUGBY First XV The 1985 season, with some five old colours returning but only 2 or 3 players from the previous year's second and third fifteen to come up, may not have been a vintage year but was, none-the-less, very good. Notable victories against traditionally hard fixtures - Leeds Grammar, Pocklington and Ampleforth, to name but 3 - were interrupted by closely fought defeats - all but one of which remained within single figure deficits.

The opening match against the retiring Captain's XV provided a good indication of how the season was to progress, with the forwards providing good second phase ball for the backs to gain ground, going forward, with scores from 5 metre scrums for the no. 8 Timothy Lakin and the captain at scrum half, Jason Brewster, as well as a flowing three-quarters' movement for Conal Scholes to score on the left wing. With Headingly Colts unable to field a side we were lucky to rearrange a game against the new York Vlth Form College, coming out run away winners in a game where everything seemed to go right for us and so made the future look very encouraging. Of the 36 points scored Nigel Collinson, managed half of our tally, with tries evenly spread between backs and forwards, the latter group playing particularly well, inter-passing with rolling mauls and the urgency of unselfish play that kept the ball available, and good possession falling our way all the time.

The following game against Leeds Grammar, away, showed just how the previous week's result was not flattering by any means, but our slow start in it became something of a pattern later on. We dominated the tight scrummage, Stephen Kerr at loose head and Timothy Welburn, the hooker, securing our own ball, driving and wheeling the opposition for yards and taking a liberal amount of ball against the head, almost was the undoing of the backs as the opposition realised their position and got up very early on to our players. Thus despite the perfect ground and summer sunshine, kick-and-chase became a necessary ploy. We reached half-time 10-6 down after another 5 metre scrum and push over try for our no. 8, Collinson, but turned round with the expectation of success to come and managed some 18 points in the second half. Penetrating runs from Alastair Palmer, unselfish flair from Simon Forman and excellent kicking from Brewster saw us through to a comfortable victory built on the solid performance of the forwards.

We were at home, next, to Silcoates School and were made to work very hard for our win. After only five minutes, after a pre-planned penalty move near our line we scored a converted try only to have the opposition draw level by half time with 2 unnecessary penalties. During the second half we were territorially on top with the tight scrummage again dominating but could not turn our possession into scores as the opposition defended so well. However a short line to Forman at the back some 10 metres out saw the ball mauled in-field, but then won, taken blind for the wing Scholes to score in the corner. This was followed by the kick of the season with Collinson from the very touch line converting the try, ensuring the opposition would have to score twice for victory. They did not.

Our first defeat followed with an exciting open game against Barnard Castle whose winger Underwood made life difficult for us. Despite territory and enough possession we went down some 31-16 beaten by the best team we came up against all season. Stung by this defeat we swung back into winning ways some four days later beating Ashville at home. After a slow start, and another no. 8 try from a 5 metre scrum, we found ourselves 6-6 at half time having given away two more unnecessary penalties. Yet, as in the past, the taste of victory seemed close by and we turned round to score some 27 points in the second half. Two of the five tries scored that half involved Brewster playing with remarkable individual flair; one, from scrum some twenty-five metres out, he went blind, chipped the ball over into the corner and ran on to score himself; the other, in our 22, he managed to smuggle the ball off one of their players in a line-out break through three tackles and pass to the wing Scholes who ran some seventy yards to score!

After half term an undistinguished game, brightened only by a simple but effective try by the right wing Bradley Reed after the full back David White joined the line for the score, saw us to our second defeat. Half-term and lethargy seemed to ruin our game on this occasion. However, our poor performance may have been a blessing in disguise for the next game saw us back to winning ways against Ampleforth.

A tremendous team spirit and determined effort from the very kick-off saw us hold the lions share of territory and due to excellent line-out work from Collinson and particularly Forman quite the best proportion of the second phase ball. Johnathon Comley and Peter Allan at fly half and inside centre provided good sense and stoic defence ensuring a great victory built on excellent tight scrummage - both our tries came from no. 8 pick-ups from 5 metre scrums for Lakin to score.

After such a historic performance we travelled mid-week down to Uttoxeter to play Denstone and lost 18-9 in a poor game that never really seemed to start. However we were able to raise our game again the following Saturday at home to Worksop, where in appalling conditions we won 8-3 with impressive back play from Kevin Price and Reed.

In the following match against Pocklington, away, we notched up another fine win after riding the initial storm and defending well, being 8-0 down at half-time; we turned round, took our opportunities, pressurised the opposition into mistakes and came out 16-8 winners at the end. Both Collinson and Forman provided safe line-out ball, Allan and particularly Comley ran hard and straight in the backs but it was probably the ceaseless running of the flankers, Nigel Muirhead and William Kettlewell that ensured victory for us. Richard Helmsley at tight head prop ran round the field and tackled with such determination that between them, this trio ensured a victory that was sealed by a Forman try after some excellent kicking from Brewster and hard tackling by Reed and White.

With bad weather cancelling the next 2 games we played Bradford Grammar, at home, for our last fixture some 3 weeks away from match practice. Despite being 8-0 down, we recovered to a 10-8 lead after very exciting play but the visitors managed a drop goal just at a crucial time and despite coming back territorally could not take our chances as they appeared and eventually lost a most entertaining but disappointing encounter.

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During the Christmas holidays, Jason Brewster, Timothy Welburn and Stephen Kerr took part in the Final Trial for the Yorkshire U18 team. Stephen Kerr, at loose head prop, went on to represent the County in all four of its representative games against Cumbria, Durham, Northumberland and Lancashire - winning all but the Lancashire game. He went on to take part in the Final Trial for the North of England, a superb achievement particularly in this the largest school boy county, which underlines how important a part he played in ensuring the season ended so well for the School.

For the season to have been a good one needed the right players in the right positions - this combination provided us with entertaining, determined and enjoyable 15 man rugby; with a liberal sprinkling of youth in this XV, next year may well be assured of some success on the foundation of this one.

The Morris-McGrath trophy was awarded to Richard Hemsley.

Colours: J. Brewster* S. Kerr* S. Forman* B. Reed, T. Lakin, T. D. Welburn, D. M. D. White, J. N. Collinson, W. O. Kettlewell, P. M. Allan, J. F. Comley, C. S. Scholes, A. S. Palmer, N. D. Muirhead, C. R. Hemsley.

Yugoslavian Tour The School's 1st XV returned from their 9 day tour of Yugoslavia with a clean sweep of wins, scoring over one hundred points and conceeding only sixteen.

The tour began in Zagreb against Lokomotiva under 21 on a dry pitch with an excellent referee. By half time the School were four unconverted tries to the good, scoring mostly on the ends of movements, so finding the overlap the best means of success. In the second half, forward domination provided ample possession to run in another six tries, with the opposition, who tackled fearlessly and at no stage gave up, being rewarded with a try themselves, after some spectacular and well received rugby.

The second match took place at Sisak some 40 miles from Zagreb, against Metalic, last year's junior champions in Yugoslavia. Very heavy rain that morning ensured a dour forward struggle. The opposition's backs were exceptional considering the mud. The St. Peter's forwards, however, rose to the occasion and after being 4-4 at half time, finished 22-10 winners with 3 push over tries to clinch the encounter.

The final match was against Energroinvest, of Makarska, some 40 miles down the coast from our new base at Split.

The town of Split provided excellent relaxation and sight seeing - The weather was in the mid 70s, the beaches inviting, and the Diocletian Palace, in the centre of the town, matched our own fair city with its historical splendour.

The game was played on a well used pitch but in a most beautiful setting, with weather to match. Under these conditions the School set about playing the very best rugby of an already quite impressive season, five tries scored by half time, with another four before the end of a shortened game due to the heat; the very large crowd was entertained and most appreciative of a dazzling display by the School's Captain Jason Brewster, against an opposition, well drilled, who certainly lacked no effort or commitment. The confident and unselfish handling ensured a fitting ending, a win 42-0, to a most excellent tour.

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All the hosts were extremely kind and generous and made sure the tour was a most memorable one.

Whilst whiling away the time - again! - re-reading season and tour reports I find the clinical reporting of who scored, how and when, never quite touches on the more important aspects of the rugby - how people reacted; the feelings one has of success or defeat; the way team spirit and the camaraderie of a group often all goes towards making the whole exercise worthwile and memorable. I can certainly remember some of these aspects from when I was at school, and I hope this group can carry with it, the same happy memories. For as a group I have to say they have been a most enjoyable team to be a part of.

During the season some of the wins against traditionally difficult counterparts - old enemies - were particularly sweet, however irksome and bitter, as usual, some of the losses. But the tour was full of incidents, a type which will always bring me a smile.

The footballing skill of Kerr; Brewster's scant respect for Yugoslavian money; the 'Spanish' Balcony; Kettlewell at the base of all the rucks and mauls - (offside!!); the Sisak Bog; the breathtaking setting at Makarska and their wellused pitch; the frantic dash on the last morning as the clocks had been put forward - unbeknown to us - all added up, with many more lasting memories, to make our visit a most pleasant experience rounded off by such excellent running rugby.

J.A.O.B.

Second XV In the opening match of the season, after falling behind in the early stages, the team showed their fighting spirit, which was to be so significant throughout the season, by coming back to win. A similar slow start against a Leeds' side which exerted considerable pressure in the first half resulted in eventually an unlucky defeat. However there followed a string of six victories, which included 26 tries, and was a pleasure to watch. Perhaps the highlight of this run was the well deserved victory at Ampleforth, but the most tense finish was the one point margin over Worksop.

The team were delighted to win their final match against a strong Bradford XV and the winning try by Simon Illingworth must have been especially pleasing in his last match for the School. He was to be rewarded with the award of his Colours. Other veterans to be awarded Colours all made major contributions to the success of team.

Colin Bosomworth as captain certainly helped generate the enthusiasm and will to win, and he scored points at some very significant moments. Philip Brier ley could have played in many a 1st XV and his tackling and strong running were cruicial factors.

Simon Cockerill tackled again and again in the tight matches and must have enjoyed his try against Ampleforth.

Miles Whitaker was certainly a powerhouse in the pack and was missed after the break of his nose. Robert Falkingham added strength to the scrum and line out. Younger members of the team to play prominent parts, and who showed great promise, were Timothy Wharton and Kevin Price. They also deserved their Colours.

This must have been one of the best 2nd XVs for a number of years, confirmed by the single defeat in ten matches.

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The team: C. R. Bosomworth (Captain), A. Ajose-Adeogun, C. H. Bond, P. J. E. Brierley, S. R. M. Cockerill, R. Falkingham, S. M. Illingworth, S. D. Kay, G. Klar, L. C. Ksiss, B. W. Lowes, I. McDonald, M. R. O'Sullivan, W. J. R. Peacock, K. S. Price, C. J. Walton, C. P. St. J. Warrington, T. J. R. Wharton, M. V. G. Whittaker, G. D. Winn.

B. A.

'The Club' The season was not the most successful, but the pleasure gained came from the group of people who made up the Club. I cannot remember a season in which so few penalties were awarded to either side. Each match was keenly contested and no quarter was asked or given; but at the end the appreciation of each other's game was openly acknowledged. It was a pleasure to see the return to the Corinthian attitude to the game.

The following represented the Club: A. Ajose-Adeogun, J. H. Allen, N. M. Ashton, G. R. Ashworth, C. H. Bond, A. M. Bowler (Capt.), R. A. Bramley, S. J. Branston, P. J. Brotherton, I. W. Burdass, D. A. Burns, M. D. Donoghue, N. P. Durham, D. D. George, M. J. Harris, G. A. Hart, J. P. Hewitt, N. E. Hobson, D. C. Home, A. T. G. Howat, J. S. Lee, P. E. B. Leonard, D. J. Maclean-Steel, P. E. Maloney, J. W. Metcalfe, J. P. Ogden, W. G. N. Pemberton, J. N. Renshaw, J. C. Rhodes, I. S. Sim, J. R. B. Warren, C. P. St. J. Warrington, J. W. Wensley.

R.H.H.

Senior Colts An unbeaten season is a hard act to follow, nevertheless the Senior Colts can be proud of their record of nine wins out of eleven games, especially after losing Alister Palmer and Nigel Muirhead to the 1 st XV. What was perhaps disappointing was that at no time throughout the season did the side consistently play to their potential. Perhaps the long term injuries to key players such as Nicholas Hobson and William Robinson had an effect or maybe the reluctance (or inability) of some players to adapt to new situations may have been a contributory factor.

During the early part of the season, the backs were guilty of too many defensive errors but, as the term progressed, this aspect of their game improved considerably as was clearly demonstrated against Pocklington. Prominent in defence were Jason Mellor and Nicholas Chippindale, but the most improved tackier was fly half Ian Burdass. Nigel Durham, at scrum half, made up for his diminutive stature by an abundance of determination and tenacity. The elevation of Alister Palmer to the 1st XV allowed Simon Branston to gain a regular place in the centre and both he and winger Stephen Proudley can be well satisfied with their progress throughout the term. There was no doubt that the quality of passing improved during the first half of the term, but the deterioration in weather during the latter half of the season negated expansive handling movements.

The forwards as a unit were very effective when at full strength, but more often than not one or more key players were missing. The prop positions were shared between Nigel Jackson, Paul Barnes and James Wensley, the latter playing half his games at lock when Nicholas Hobson was injured. John Hewitt, at hooker, worked hard at his game as did the captain Michael Donaghue, who occupied the other lock position. The back row, a problem area, especially after the departure of Nigel Muirhead to the 1st XV, was later strengthened by the return of Matthew Spence and Richard Falkingham as flankers. The dominant figure of Crispin Hill at No. 8 produced consistently high performances and his ball winning ability in lines-out should prove effective at a higher level next season.

Any hopes of another unbeaten season were soon dispelled after the first match against Leeds. The visitors were clearly superior in the backs and whilst the School scored two tries through the forwards to their opponents' one, the result in no way flattered them. The following game at Yarm against a weakened side was one of mixed blessings.

The School romped home to an easy victory but, in so doing, three players were injured on the hard surface with William Robinson's shoulder injury being serious enough to keep him out of action for the rest of the season.

In the following three matches victories were recorded but not by convincing margins. Too often poor defensive play allowed the opposition to make the result a lot closer than it should have been. The game against Ampleforth however was a different story. With the early loss of James Wensley, the School's forwards were outplayed, and Ampleforth, with a plentiful supply of ball, gave the School a lesson in handling and support play. This defeat did some good - it certainly improved the performance of the side in the following two matches and against Pocklington, the defence held firm despite considerable pressure in the second half. This was certainly the most exciting match of the season with a penalty by Jonathan Renshaw being all that separated the sides.

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Results Under 15 Colts

First XV Sept Sept Sept Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec

18th 21st 28th 5th 12th 16th 2nd 9th 13th 16th 23rd 11th

Retiring Captain's XV York VI Form College Leeds Grammar School Silcoates School Barnard Castle School Ashville College St. Aiden's School Ampleforth College Denstone College Worksop College Pocklington School Bradford Grammar School

Home Home Away Home Home Home Home Home Away Home Away Home

Won Won Won Won Lost Won Lost Won Lost Won Won Lost

17 6 36 6 24 13 12 6 16 31 33 6 10 13 12 11 9 18 8 3 16 6 10 17

Sept Sept Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec

21st 28th 5th 12th 16th 2nd 9th 16th 23rd 30th 7th 11th

Second XV Yarm School 1st XV Leeds Grammar School Silcoates School Barnard Castle School Ashville College St. Aiden's School Ampleforth College Worksop College Pocklington School DurhamSchool Hymers College Bradford Grammar School

Home Away Home Home Home Home Away Home Home Away Away Home

Won 19 9 Lost 9 12 Won 50 0 Won 21 10 Won 18 10 Won 39 3 Won 11 0 Won 7 6 Draw 6 6 Cancelled Cancelled Won 10 6

Sept Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec

28th 5th 12th 9th 16th 23rd 30th 11th

•The Club' Leeds Grammar School Fyling Hall School Barnard Castle School Ampleforth College Worksop College Pocklington School DurhamSchool Bradford Grammar School

Home Home Home Away Home Away Away Home

Won Lost Lost Lost Lost Lost

Sept Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec

28th 5th 12th 16th 2nd 9th 13th 16th 23rd 4th 7th

Leeds Grammar School Yarm School Barnard Castle School Millthorpe School Woodhouse Grove School Ampleforth College Drax School Worksop College Pocklington School Yarm School HymersCollege

Home Away Away Away Away Home Home Away Home Home Home

Lost Won Won Won Won Lost Won Won Won Won Won

39 0 4 45 4 12 0 32 0 14 0 28 Cancelled Won 14 0

Senior Colts 8 15 50 4 21 14 19 13 10 6 8 33 12 11 22 4 3 0 18 10 12 0

Inter-House Senior 1st Round Temple 0; Rise School House 19; Dronfield Semi-finals Rise Grove Final Rise

36; Queen's 0; Grove

0; Manor 34; Clifton

32 0

34; 4;

Manor School House

0 23

20;

School House

0

Sept Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar

28th 5fh 12th 16th 2nd 9th 13th 16th 23rd 7th 22nd 1st 8th

Leeds Grammar School Silcoates School Barnard Castle School Ashville College Woodhouse Grove School Ampleforth College Drax School Worksop College Pocklington School HymersCollege Bradford Grammar School Sherburn High School Silcoates School

Sept Oct Nov Nov Dec Jan

28th 12th 2nd 23rd 7th 22nd

Leeds Grammar School Barnard Castle School Woodhouse Grove School Pocklington School HymersCollege Bradford Grammar School

Sept Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Jan Feb Feb Mar

28th 5th 12th 16th 2nd 9th 13th 16th 23rd 30th 7th 22nd 1st 26th 8th

Leeds Grammar School Silcoates School Barnard Castle School Ashville College Woodhouse Grove School Ampleforth College Drax School Worksop College Pocklington School DurhamSchool HymersCollege Bradford Grammar School Sherburn High School Ashville College Silcoates School

Home Away Away Away Home Home Home Away Away Home Away Home Home

Lost Lost Lost Lost Lost Lost Won Won Lost Won Lost Won Lost

0 64 6 26 11 16 17 20 11 20 0 32 35 3 13 4 6 36 13 10 0 48 8 4 0 48

Home Home Away Away Home Away

Lost Won Won Lost Won Lost

4 30 18 7 20 0 4 14 47 4 4 10

Away Away Away Away Home Away Home Away Home Home Away Home Home Home Home

Lost Lost Won Lost Won Lost Won Won Won

Away Home Away Away Home

Lost Lost Drawn Lost Lost

Under 15 Colts B

Under 14 Colts 14 46 4 26 42 22 3 4 18 10 0 18 42 3 32 0 10 6 Cancelled Cancelled Lost 8 38 Won 44 0 Cancelled Lost 4 16

Under 14 Colts B Sept 28th Leeds Grammar School Oct 5th Fyling Hall Oct 12th Barnard Castle School Nov 9th Ampleforth College Nov 23rd Pocklington School

Competition Junior* Semi-finals 32; Temple Manor Rise School House 18; Final Rise Manor 12; *The 1 st round was played on a league basis.

0 4 4

0 12 4 8 4 4 0 68 4 16

The return match with Yarm was a much closer encounter and their outstanding full back demonstrated confident attacking flair which was a pleasure to watch. The final match of the season against Hymers typified the whole season in a match which was won comfortably but should have been won by a more convincing margin had not so many good scoring opportunities been wasted.

The season was slightly frustrating; it promised more than it achieved largely due to the loss of players to the 1st XV and because of injury. This did however give several players the opportunity to gain experience at a higher level and they certainly benefitted from it. In addition established players often had to take on more responsibility and several showed sufficient class to provide optimism for Game 1 next season.

The following regularly represented the School:- M. D. Donoghue* (Capt.), N. M. Chippindale*, J. W. Wensley*, C. J. Hill*, M. Spence*, I. W. Burdass*, N. E. Hobson*, J. H. Mellor, S. J. Branston, J. P. Hewitt, N. R. W. Jackson, P. R. Barnes, N. P. Durham, J. N. Renshaw, S. M. Proudley, R. Falkingham, T. I. Moodycliffe, W. G. N. Pemberton. ^awarded colours J.W.R.H.

Under 15 Colts This has not been the most successful season on record. In fact it has been rather disappointing. Two matches resulted in narrow defeats, but many other games were much more emphatic. Having said this, there were some highlights. A fine win against Hymers when down to 13 players illustrated the determined spirit and character in a squad which knows it is not as strong as many of the opponents. I was tremendously impressed with the majority of the team who were determined to do as well as they could, and leave the field having been soundly beaten, but knowing that they could hold their heads up high because they had tried their best.

Although results have been disappointing, the forwards have played very well indeed. The set scrummage has always been secure, the line-outs and the rucking have improved through the season and the loose play has always been a strong point. The main reasons for this have been the front row and the back row, both as strong as any I have come across. The forwards as a group are going to become a formidable unit in years to come and need to be afraid of no one.

I am afraid the same cannot really be said of the backs. Some of them try hard enough, though even that is not true of all, but the skill factor is not high. In defence they looked vulnerable and depended on the back row far too often.

In attack they were rather clueless and lacked the basic handling skills which are essential for any success at all. A great deal of work and dedication is needed before they can compete on an equal footing with the majority of opponents.

Despite the lack of success, this has been an enjoyable season, the group are pleasant and on the whole keen and hard working. My thanks to Dominic Clavell the Captain who did a fine job and to several loyal parents.

First choice XV: R. Hutchinson, A. J. Taylor, A. P. Ruder, J. C. Tattersall, C. S. Mindenhall, J. P. Sawkill, J. P. Anderson, J. R. Jupp, M. C. Camacho, J. D. Hill, S. A. Walker, C. D. Gummery, J. S. Baldwin, R. A. R. Atkinson, D. M. J. Clavell. Other key players: K. D. Black, M. C. Lockwood, J. S. Berrington, S. R. Gaunt.

Under 15Colts <B>

DJR

The team met with rather mixed success this season, due in part to the large number of players who were taken into the A team because of injuries there. However under the alternating captaincy of James Berrington and Timothy Cooper the side showed tremendous spirit. The top try scorer for the season was Alexander Packer with seven tries to his credit, but others who got their names on the score sheet were Timothy Cooper (15 pts), Miles Lockwood, Ian Sanderson and Karl Deakin (8 pts), Keith Black (6 pts), Russell Coggrave, Simon Cove, James Berrington and Craig Hopwood (4 pts).

S.M.

Under 14 Colts In terms of results, this was a 'fifty-fifty' season. In terms of progress, the year proved to be most beneficial and many individuals began to develop skills which were to be moulded into the team framework later in the season.

Of the first six games, four were lost against some strong teams. Frequently outweighted both in the pack and in the backs, it was only in the Barnard Castle match that sufficient clean ball was acquired to enable us to run in some tries. It was also in this match that a lesson was to be learnt. Any high tackle is potentially dangerous and the sending off of Richard Griggs was as much a team offence as it was punishment for the individual.

A number of positional and personnel changes were needed in the early part of the season. This meant that coordination was often awry and led to tries being conceded. However Jason Woolley developed into a strong and constructive scrum-half, Leon Panitzke accepted the challenge of playing in the centres enthusiastically and James Kelsey adapted to the rigours of the back row successfully.

After a comprehensive defeat by Ampleforth, a purple patch was struck when the benefits of the first half of the term started to accrue. The victories against Drax and Worksop were good preparation for the struggle against Pocklington which evolved into the best performance of the season. Richard Griggs played well in all three matches, scoring tries and preventing them with some excellent tackling. A greater appreciation of teamwork will enable him to be an even better player and will bring great benefits for the team.

Just as success was coming their way the weather interrupted the season and frustrated preparations for matches.

Only three games could be played between the end of November and March, although the final encounter against Silcoates saw a rousing display by all concerned with the opposition only pulling clear in the last ten minutes.

Injuries, illness and the weather all played their part in what was a rather frustrating season. There is much scope for the future and such an enthusiastic group will make progess, especially if they work hard at developing teamwork. Peter Midgeley progressed in the front row whilst Daniel Williams contributed well to an excellent back row combination. Karl Schoeman worked hard all season and was often rewarded with tries.

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My thanks especially go to Jason Woolley, who developed into an excellent captain at the same time as having to learn a new positional role. He remained enthusiastic throughout the season, set a fine example to the rest of the team and was helpful in every aspect of his role as captain.

The following represented the U14 Colts team regularly: J. A. D. Woolley (Captain), E. C. Barker, J. R. Kelsey, S. A. C. Robinson, K. Q. Schoeman, M. D. Greensit, G. R. A. B. Atkinson, R. S. Griggs, D. M. S. Quickfall, S. A. Towers, D. H. Williams, P. J. Midgley, G. J. Proudley, C. M. A. Black, L. C. Panitzke, D. Tunstall, T. A. Ward, P. Brown, A. J. Bryan.

S.A.C.

Under 14 Colts (B' Apart from the Ampleforth game, which was an unfair encounter with '7' ' C team players being required to step in because of injury, the rest of the matches were closely fought encounters with considerable skill shown in some positions.

It was especially good to see J. Kelsey, E. Barker, G. Proudley and S. Towers get games in the 'A' XV. There were many fine performances during the season. However some need special mention - S. Towers' splendid tackling, M. Quaker's tactical kicking and fearless tackling, G. Proudley's speed on the wing, and J. Kelsey's excellent work in the loose. In addition the whole pack played with great determination against much bigger opposition and deserve credit for their performances.

Next season a number of these boys should follow J. Kelsey up and become regulars in the 'A' XV. Team: S. Al Bassam, E. Barker, J. Bartle, D. Bell, N. Birch, C. Black, C. Blacker, Clark, J. Davidson, M. Gill, G. Atkinson, J. Kelsey, J. Mee, J. Martindale, M. Mellor, C. Metcalfe, G. Proudley, M. Quaker, C. Rodwell, B. Taylor, S. Towers, P. Winron.

P.J.S.

HOCKEY The season, already short, was seriously curtailed by one of the worst winters for many years. This meant that the majority of games played were inter-school matches and there was little opportunity for practice.

The First Eleven developed its skill during these matches and improved as the season passed. It did however do little for their results as goals come from skill, which can only be developed by practice. Towards the end of the term, as they learned by experience, the game improved, and they provided some useful performances. I am sure that in a complete season, when individual and team skills could have developed, and where the frustration of weeks without games could have been eliminated, they could have done very much better. Timothy Wharton's, captaincy proved most valuable for him, and for the side to which he contributed so much. Next year he will, I hope, have more opportunity to show his talents.

The Second Eleven had an individual style which proved most successful in the matches which they played. They seemed to enjoy their hockey.

The Colts Eleven has given experience to a large number of players and they have achieved a great deal during; the season. A number of the Colts represented the First Eleven and many more will do so next season.

My thanks to all who helped this season and I hope that next year we will have more hockey to report on.

The following represented the First Eleven, T. J. R. Wharton (Captain)*, C. H. Bond, C. R. Bosomworth*, R. A. Bramley, J. Brewster, I. W. Burdass, S. R. M. Cockerill, J. N. Collinson*, S. Forman, D. J. James, K. S. Price, C. S. Scholes, S. R. D. Stewart*, C. J. Walton, T. D. Welburn, G. D. Winn.

The following represented the Second Eleven, D. M. D. White (Captain), R. A. Bramley, S. R. M. Cockerill, S. P. Desai, W. O. Kettlewell, J. S. Lee, B. W. Lowes, J. P. Ogden, M. R. O'Sullivan, W. S. Price, C. S. Scholes, I. S. Sim, C.J. Walton, C. P. St. J. Warrington, G. D. Winn.

The following represented the Colts Eleven, J. D. Stubbs, (Captain), I. W. Burdass, S. O. Cole, M. D. Donoghue, N. P. Durham, R. Falkingham, D. J. James, N. D. Muirhead, I. K. Plowman, S. M. Proudley, J. A. Rich, J. N. Renshaw, M. D. Spence, R. C. Tatterton, D. G. F. Tulley, J. W. Wensley, N. G. Wilkinson. *Colours The Burn Trophy was awarded to J. N. Collinson.

The Stick was awarded to T. J. R. Wharton.

R.H .H.

Results First Eleven ArmyApprenticesCollege Bootham School Pocklington School Scarborough College StyxH.C. Retiring Captains XI WellensyansH.C. Presidents XI

Away Away Away Away Home Home Home Home

Lost Drawn Lost Lost Lost Lost Lost Lost

2-0 0-0 2-0 3-1 2-7 2-3 2-3 1-3

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Second Eleven Bootham School Home Pocklington School Home Bootham School Away

Won Won Won

2-1 3-0 1-0

Colts Eleven Bootham School Away Q.E.G.S. Wakefield Home Pocklington School Away

Drawn Lost Drawn

1-1 0-3 2-2

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Girls* Hockey The most noteworthy loss of the season was Mr. Paterson's loss of direction when attempting to find the far flung hockey fields of Tadcaster. Despite this coaching weakness, this year's 1st XV team has produced one of the best season's hockey seen since girls representative hockey started at St. Peter's. The blend of experienced players from last year's squad and talented new Lower Sixth pupils, has been almost unbeatable. Some measure of the quality of the play can be gauged from the fact that three of the team E. Bennett, L. Hambly and V. Rigby were chosen to represent the Under 18 York and District side and L. Hambly was again chosen as a member of the Under 18 North of England squad as a reserve.

Hockey of a particularly high standard was seen in the games against York Women's Junior XI, Sherburn School and the College of Ripon and St. John. Here L. Hambly's striking power at short corners was a joy to behold (particularly when she scored!), and J. Ward's penalty flick showed that others too could get the ball over the line (just).

In competitions the team did well, winning the Indoor Tournament at Barnard Castle, but losing narrowly to Sherburn School in both the Finals of the Under 18 York Rally (outdoor) and the North Yorkshire Schools Indoor Tournament.

Overall the players' commitment to constructive, attacking hockey and their desire to win have been hallmarks of their success. My thanks go to all those who played in the 1st XI and in particular to the captain J. Ward for all her hard work, good humour and map reading ability.

It was pleasing too to see the 2nd XI improve during the term under the cheerful captaincy of K. Hamilton and the watchful eye of Mrs. Hutt.

I hope that those leaving the School this year will continue to play and enjoy their hockey at University and Club level. There is a possibility that an Old Girls Club may be formed in the coming year and I would ask anyone interested to contact me if they wish to be a member.

The following represented the 1st XI: J. Ward* (Captain), L. Hambly**, N. Stephenson*, V. Atkinson*, V. Rigby*, E. Ashton, H. Benton, E. Bennett*, A. Campbell*, K. Potter*, C. Campbell, J. Houlden, N. Jackson, M. Pacey, J. Seaton, L. Gilbert, A. Kitwood. *Awarded Colours, **Awarded Cap. The following represented the 2nd XI: K. Hamilton (Captain), S. Hopkinson, C. Campbell, H. Benton, E. Ashton, S. Netherwood, P. Mutter, C. Heslop, C. Duncan, E. Robinson, L. Gorman, F. Lockwood, A. Aveyard, N. Hutchinson, E. Wells-Cole, L. Gilbert, J. Seaton, K. White.

The following represented the Indoor Team: J. Ward (Captain), L. Hambly, E. Bennett, V. Rigby, V. Atkinson, N. Stephenson, J. Seaton, M. Pacey, L. Ashton, A. Aveyard.

D.M.P.

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D.M.P.

Results First Eleven Away St. Aidan's School Retiring Captain's XI Home The Mount School Away Joseph Rowntree School Away Pocklington School Away Rowntree Ladies Away Under 18 Rally at Huntington School All Saints'School Sixth Form College Huntington School In the Final: Sherburn School Home Sixth Form College Oct 11th York Women's Junior XI Home Oct 12th Home Selby Tertiary College Oct 16th Oct 18th Tadcaster School Away Sherburn School Away Oct 30th Home Bubwith Ladies Nov 2nd Away Scarborough College Nov 9th Nov 13th Harrogate Grammar School Away College of Ripon and St. John 2nd XI Dec 7th Home Away The Mount School Jan 18th Sherburn School Away Mar 17th Played 21 Won 14 Drawn 2 Lost 5 Goals for 32 Goals against 14

Sept 16th Sept 21st Sept 25th Oct 2nd 5th Oct 6th Oct 9th Oct

Won Lost Won Won Won Won

2-0 0-1 2-1 2-1 1-0 1-0

Won Won Drawn Lost Drawn Won Won Lost Won Won Lost Lost

2-0 1-0 0-0 0-1 2-2 2-0 5-0 0-2 1-0 4-1 0-1 1-3

Won Won Won

2-1 3-0 1-0

Sept Sept Sept Oct Oct Nov Dec Dec Jan

13th 18th 25th 11th 16th 22 nd 7th 11th 25th

Oct

15th

Nov 22 nd

Jan

Second Eleven Queen Anne School Away Friends' School, Great Ayton Home The Mount School Away Queen Anne School Away Ashville College Home York College Home FylingHalllstXI Home Friends' School Great Ayton Away Selby Tertiary College Home Played 9 Won 2 Drawn 3 Lost 4 Goals for 11 Goals against 12 Indoor Hockey Sherburn School York Sixth Form College

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Home Won Home Won

North Yorkshire Schoolgirls Indoor Tournament at St. Peter's Joseph Rowntree School York Sixth Form College York College Selby Tertiary College SherburnSchool Final position 2nd overall

Barnard Castle Tournament BarnardCastle School 1st VI Barnard Castle School 2nd VI Durham School St. Bees School In the Final: St. Bees School

Lost Drawn Drawn Lost Won Won Lost Drawn Lost

0-2 0-0 1-1 0-2 2-0 6-0 0-4 2-2 0-1

2-0 2-0

Won Won Won Won Lost

4-0 3-1 2-0 4-0 1-2

Won Won Won Lost Won

2-0 2-0 1-0 1-2 2-1

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Squash Captain: Leman Harris Despite the lack of experience at the top level of many of the players, the 1st V had a very successful season.

Leman Harris captained the side again efficiently and responsibly, encouraging the other players and gaining many good wins. His efforts for the the team over the last three seasons have been invaluable. Peter Allan, who played at first string, developed his game considerably, and became a more resilient player, just as likely to win by perseverance and stamina as by superior technique.

The other experienced player, David Simpson, left at Christmas after a term of mixed results. An increasing burden was then put on the boys playing at this level for the first time. Dominic Clavell ended up playing at number three, and added sensible drop-shots and occasional boasts to his excellent steady length game. He conveyed the impression of always being in control of the situation, and won fourteen out of seventeen inter-school matches. Nigel Muirhead's only defeats were in matches when he played above his usual position, because of injury to Peter Allan. He rarely gave the impression of being fully in control tactically, but pursued the ball with much enthusiasm, and came up with many close wins, from 0-2 or 1-2 down. Tom White came into the side after Christmas, and benefitted greatly from the experience gained, showing that he has the potential to become a sound and effective player. Adam Atkinson played six times for the first team, which will stand him in good stead in the future. Overall the team has worked hard at improving the standard of squash played, and has displayed excellent team spirit, particularly during the tour to Repton, Bloxham, Clifton College and Wycliffe College which was undertaken at half-term in February.

First V: P. M. Allan*, L. Harris*, D. Q. Simpson, D. M. J. Clavell*, N. D. Muirhead*, T. B. White, R. A. R. Atkinson. *Colours.

Inter-School Matches: Won 12: Lost 4.

Other Matches: Won 2: Lost 2.

Under 15: D. M. J. Clavell, R. A. R. Atkinson, J. R. Kelsey, R. Hutchinson, J. P. Sawkill, M. C. Camacho, J. P. Anderson, T. E. J. Cooper.

School Matches: Won 2: Lost 5.

House Matches: Winners: Dronfield; 2nd: the Rise; 3rd: School House; 4th: the Grove.

Junior Competition: Winners: Manor; Runners-up: Clifton.

Individual Knock-out Competition, for the Burdass Trophy: P. M. Allan beat L. Harris 9/1 9/7 4/9 4/9 9/7 Semi-Finalists: D. M. Clavell, N. D. Muirhead.

J.R.L.

Badminton

Club

In the first year of its existence, the Badminton Club has produced some very creditable results. Indeed, on the occasions when we have been able to put out a full strength team, we were unbeaten. This was unfortunately not very often, due to players' commitments to other more established sports, but did mean that no fewer than 20 players represented the School. They are: - Ashley Comley, David Evans, Peter Gair, Mark Harris, Jason Ironside, Sasha Jackson, Nigel Jackson, Fiona Lockwood, Miles Lockwood, Christopher Midgley, Timothy Moodycliffe, Nigel Muirhead, Mark Owens, Miranda Pacey, Sonia Palta, Ian Plowman, Jonathan Renshaw, Matthew Stephenson, Jonathan Stubbs, and last, but not least, Guy Wilkinson.

A special mention should be made of Fiona Lockwood who played for the full county team, Miles Lockwood who played for the county under-16 team, and Jason Ironside and Guy Wilkinson, both of whom played on all 7 occasions we pla}fed.

Many thanks to everyone who has made my brief time in charge of the Club so enjoyable.

P.R.K.

Results Huntington School Hymers College Ashville College

away away away

Huntington School

away

mixed mixed mixed mens 'A* 'B'

lost won won lost won won

13-17 5-4 8-1 0-9 9-0 7-2

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Pocklington School

away

Hymers College York 6th Form College

home away

mixed lost mens lost mixed won 'B' lost

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HAWTHORNE GROVE, HEWORTH, YORK Telephone: 4 2 4 3 0 6 and 4 2 4 0 0 3 Swimming Unfortunately, the traditional start to the season, in the Easter Term - York and District Schools Championships - did not take place, due to industrial action, so that the other tiers in the system, The North Yorkshire and Division 3 Galas also were hit. However a hastily arranged match against Bootham gave some of the swimmers a chance to see how their performances had progressed over the last year. The Inter-House Gala saw most of the likely team performers take the honours but, as was feared, the winning times showed how the season was not going to be as strong as we have come to expect over the last few years.

The Summer Term started off with the usual keen contest between Bootham, Bolton and Barnard Castle which produced only one winner - Karl Schoeman of the U 14s - in the butterfly event; evidence enough of how we were likely to perform for the rest of the term. However we were not last, beating Bolton School overall with the U 14s and U16s coming third in their age groups.

Next came the John Parry Relays, for the first time held at Ampleforth, where we came in the latter half of the Schools who took part. Our next full match was against Bootham and Durham Schools, at Bootham. With only two wins at second string, Robert Sellers and Neil Ashton, the result was bound to be adverse.

We travelled away again to compete at Pocklington against the hosts and Leeds Grammar School but with Schoeman "again being the only individual winner - this time in the freestyle event - we came a close but inevitable third overall.

We travelled to London for the Public Schools Relays where, despite quite a good medley time, compared to last year, we remained in the lower half of the 60 or so Schools that took part.

We competed at Amplefbrth next, with Bootham completing this traditional triangular fixture. Our only win Robert Sellers in the U16 butterfly ensured this team a second place overall.

In our last match, at home against Worksop, we performed well to ensure our second win of the season. Both the U14 and U16 age groups won by enough of a margin to provide us with a triumphant end to the season.

The team: J. A. Fricker*, J. P. Coatsworth*, A. D. Brown*, B. W. Lowes*, L. Harris, N. M. Ashton, B. B. Reed, G. Klar, J. A. Cooke, A. T. Comley, J. D. Grainger, R. I. Sellers, J. S. Berrington, P. J. Midgley, K. Q. Schoeman, M. C. Lockwood. * School Colours J.A.O.B.

Results Bootham School Bolton School B arnard Castle School Pocklingtcn School Leeds Grammar School

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65-92 L 65-59 W 65-76 L 43-47 L 43-60 L

I 71-77 L 71-59W 71-93L 3949 L 39-64 L

S 71V2-78L 7IV2-8IV2L 71V2-81L 38-54 L 38-60 L

Total 207V2-247L 207V2-199V2 W 207V2-260L 120-150 L 120-184 L

Bootham School Durham School Ampleforth College Bootham School Worksop College

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42-63 L 42-51 L

40-30 W

I 47-50 L 47-59 L 40-60 L 40-28 W 58-51 W

S 40-56 L 40-60 L 25-61 L 25-42 L 47-62 L

Total 129-169L 129-170 L 65-121L 65-70 L 151-143W

JNTER-HOUSESWIMMING

GALA

Under 14 Age Group I tidividual Medley 50 yds Back Stroke 50 yds Breast Stroke 50 yds Butterfly 50 yds Freestyle Medley Relay F reestyle Relay

K.Q. Schoeman(R) S. A. C. Robinson (G) P.J.R.Wallis(M) K.Q.Schoeman(R) K.Q. Schoeman(R) Rise School

S enior Age Group 76.5 sees.

34.9 sees.

39.6 sees.

32.9 sees.

28.1 sees.

65.0 sees.

55.8 sees.

Under 15 Age Group I ndividual Medley 50 yds Back Stroke 50 yds Breast Stroke 50 yds Butterfly 50 yds Freestyle Medley Relay Freestyle Relay

D.M.J.Clavell(M) D.M.J.Clavell(M) M. Lockwood(C) R.I. Sellers (C) J.D.Hill(C) Clifton Clifton

73.5 sees.

31.2 sees.

36.9 sees.

31.9 sees.

29.8 sees.

62.4 sees.

52.7 sees.

I ndividual Medley 100 yds Back Stroke 50 yds Back Stroke 100 yds Breast Stroke 50 yds Breast Stroke 50 yds Butterfly lOOydsFreesty]le 50 yds Freestyle Medley Relay Freestyle Relay

J. A. Cooke (T) J. A. Cooke (T) J. D.Grainger (T) A.T.Comley(M) J. A. Cooke (T) Temple Clifton

67.8 sees.

70.9 sees.

32.2 sees.

75.7 sees.

33.7 sees.

27.7 sees.

63.1 sees.

25.4 sees.

55.2 sees.

49.9 sees.

Inter-House Gala Results 1.

2.

3.

4.

Manor Clifton Rise School

Under 16 Age Group Individual Medley 50 yds BackStroke 5 0 yds Breast Stroke 50 yds Butterfly 5 0 yds Freestyle Medley Relay Freestyle Relay

J.A.Fricker(Q) B.W.Lowes(G) J. Brewster (R) A. D. Brown (Q) L. Harris (D) J.A.Fricker(Q) J.P.Coatsworth(T) J.A.Fricker(Q) Manor School

85 pts.

72 pts.

55 pts.

53 pts.

5.

6.

7.

8.

Temple Dronfield Queens Grove

51 pts.

40 pts.

35 pts.

24 pts.

Inter-House Standards Cup 70.8 sees.

33.7 sees.

34.3 sees.

29.6 sees.

26.1 sees.

57.9 sees.

50.7 sees.

1.

2.

3.

4.

Rise Manor Grove Dronfield

7.4 pts.

7.2 pts.

6.8 pts.

6.7 pts.

Average per boy

5.

6.

7.

8.

Clifton Temple School Queens

6.6 pts.

6.34 pts.

6.31 pts.

4.8 pts.

Cross Country At the end of last year the School said good-bye to Mr. Round who had organised and inspired the School's Crosscountry programme for four years. Mr. Drysdale took over as Master in Charge. We welcomed Mark Owens to the School and he soon proved himself as the fastest in the School by winning the Inter-House run.

The First Eight had a good season, winning two and drawing two out of five matches and coming seventh out of nine teams and sixth out of eleven teams in the two championships of the Easter Term. The core of the team consisted of Malcolm Bagley, Steven Carr, Mark Davies, Matthew Hopcraft, James Leather, Mark Owens and James Semlyen and they were well supported by Michael Blissett, John Hewitt, William Honing, Peter Maloney, Stephen Proudley and Andrew Tweedy.

Even St. Peter's felt the effects of the teachers' dispute, in the shape of the cancellation of the York and District Trials, which are usually dominated by our runners. There were two notable matches: the first, against Silcoates School (away) was nearly cancelled due to blizzard-like conditions; morale was not helped by the captain's decision not to run for health reasons and the coach driver's tale of the time when he was a lad and spent two weeks in hospital after a run in similar conditions; the second, against Ampleforth College's second team (home), in which we were victorious - apparently the first time in living memory.

The Under Fifteen Team's results were not as good as one would have expected, judging by last year's Under Fourteen results and we will be looking for improvement in the future from these boys.

A special mention should be made of James Leather who, even though still in the Fourth Year, has been consistently running well in the First Team.

At the end of the season Cross Country colours were awarded to Malcolm Bagley, James Leather and Mark Owens and colours were re-awarded to James Semlyen.

The following have represented the School this season: U15: N. Barnes, P. Brown, A. N. Buck, S. L. W. Chung, T. O. Cockayne, M. J. Copley, P. A. Dawson, J. D. Dunstan, B. Pattison, G. J. Proudley, M. B. Quaker, M. J. Tate, A. J. Taylor.

U15and 1stVIII: T.J. Leather.

1st VIII: M. R. K. Bagley, M. J. Blissett, S. G. Carr, M. R. Davies, J. P. Hewitt, W. Honing, M. G. Hopcraft, P. E. Maloney, M. P. Owens, S. M. Proudley, J. J. Semlyen(Capt.), A. D. Tweedy.

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Results Duchess School, Alnwick Durham School Barnard Castle School BedlingtonH.S. St. Peter's School King's School, Tynemouth St. Benet Biscop

13th November v Silcoates School (Home) 1 st VIII Silcoates School 42 pts.

St. Peter's School 42 pts.

U15 Silcoates School 31 pts.

St. Peter's School 49 pts.

25th January v Durham School (Home) 1st VIII Durham School St. Peter's School U15 Durham School St. Peter's School

32 pts.

46 pts.

39 pts.

41 pts.

5th February v Silcoates School (Away) 1st VIII Silcoates School St. Peter's School U15 Silcoates School St. Peter's School

40 pts.

40 pts.

31 pts.

47 pts.

8th March Ampleforth College Invitation Ampleforth College Welbeck College Worksop College Barnard Castle School Durham School St. Peter's School Pocklington School Welbeck2ndVIII Barnard Castle 2nd VIII Ashville College Ampleforth College 2nd VIII

19th February v Ampleforth College (Home) 1st VIII St. Peter's School 24 pts.

Ampleforth College 57 pts.

U15 Ampleforth College 27 pts.

St. Peter's School 5 5 pts.

151 pts.

17 5 pts.

180 pts.

234 pts.

263 pts.

274 pts.

5 2 pts 9 2 pts 104 pts 123 pts 176 pts 235 pts 244 pts 319 pts 342 pts 370 pts

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12th March v Barnard Castle School (Away) 1st VIII St. Peter's School 37 pts.

Barnard Castle School 4 3 pts.

U15 Barnard Castle School'A' 24 pts.

St. Peter's School 65 pts.

BarnardCastleSchool'B' 103pts.

R.C.G.D.

5 th March North East Schools' Cross Country Championships at Durham R.G.S. Newcastle 72 pts.

St. Cuthbert's School 72 pts.

INTER HOUSE CROSS COVNTR Y Seniors l.M.P.Owens(M) 2.N.D.Muirhead(S) 3J.J.Semlyen(C) 4.S.M.Proudley(C) 5.M.R.K.Bagley(D) 6.W.H.Terry(S) 7.M.R.Davies(C) 8.M.G.Hopcraft(M) 9.C.Midgley(S) 10. A. D. Tweedy(S)

House Team Results 1. School 2. Clifton 3 = Dronfield 3 = Manor 5. Grove 6. Rise 7. Temple 8. Queen's

Juniors 1. T.J. Leather (T) 2. A. J. Taylor (G) 3.M.B.Quaker (T) 4.B.Pattison(C) 5.A.N.Buck (R) 6. M.J. Copley(R) 7.D.M.J.Clavell(M) 8.J.D.Dunstan(G) 9. G. Brown (T) lO.G.T.Proudley(S)

45 pts 102 pts 157 pts 157 pts 175 pts 186 pts 192 pts 215 pts

House Team Results l.Rise 2. School 3. Grove 4. Manor 5. Temple 6. Dronfield 7. Clifton 8. Queen's

The House Team results are averaged on the numbers of runners in each House.

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Cricket Retrospect The 1986 season was very enjoyable and if the results were mixed, there was a great deal of promise for the future.

Seven of the 1st XI were under sixteen years old and twenty-one members of Game 1 should be available for next season. Much of the credit for the enjoyment of the season must go to Simon Forman, the captain, who never failed to encourage and support the younger players in the team. During the term four matches were won and only one lost, but the team suffered two more defeats at the Rossall festival. Certainly inexperience was one major factor in these relatively unsuccessful results, another being the injuries to both opening bowlers, Simon Forman and Nigel Muirhead, the latter being unable to bowl properly throughout the season. The batting was quite strong, especially when we batted first. It is fashionable these days to put the opposition in to bat, if you win the toss, but I am far from convinced of the merit of this policy. In inter-School matches we played much better, when we were able to dictate the game batting first than when we were chasing a total. In his first full season in the 1 st XI, Richard Hutchinson did very well scoring nearly 600 runs. Particularly at the Rossall festival he showed his good technique and temperament, his 96 against Cranleigh being an outstanding innings. David White had a rather disappointing season. He made a few scores, but never found his good form of the previous season. After batting at No. 6 in the early matches, Mark Reid established himself as a reliable No. 3. He has a sound temperament and played some valuable innings. After a century against Bradford G. S., Nigel Muirhead lost form and ended the season without any confidence. He has the ability and determination to score runs and I am sure that he will soon recover from this bad patch. Guy Wilkinson had a successful, if not consistent season. After struggling in the early matches, he moved to the middle order, where he scored prolificly. He was at his best against the spinners. Sadly he made little impact at Rossall. Philip Brierley always gave 100% and at times played very well, hitting the ball with considerable power.

Jason Brewster and Simon Forman were fine strikers of the ball, but they lacked application and did not make the number of runs expected of them. Michael Donoghue was always difficult to dislodge and if he can improve his legside play, he could score a lot of runs in the future. Peter Gair and Nigel Durham had few batting opportunities, but both showed themselves to be competent players.

The bowling suffered greatly from the injuries to the opening bowlers, Simon Forman and Nigel Muirhead.

Forman bowled well and aggressively early in the term, but was rarely fit to bowl in the later matches. Muirhead bowled only 39 overs all season and most of those well below his usual pace. Without both strike bowlers, the seam attack was inevitably weak, though Michael Donoghue deserves great credit for his perseverance. He was unlucky not to take more wickets and with more support next year he could be very effective. Guy Wilkinson showed promise as a swing bowler, but has not yet found the rhythm or pace to be really successful. Jason Brewster was the main slow bowler and had a good season. A big spinner of the ball, he was always difficult to play, though he did perhaps bowl too many loose deliveries. Peter Gair tried very hard with his leg-spin and it was pleasing to see him have some real success against Ampleforth. With limited opportunities, David White bowled his off-spin accurately and was in fact top of the averages. On the whole the fielding was sound and there was no lack of effort. Michael Donoghue, who won the Fielding Cup, was particularly enthusiastic. There were, however, few moments of inspiration. Certainly the whole atmosphere changed with the development of Nigel Durham as a wicket-keeper. In his first full season in the position he improved rapidly and has the potential to be very good.

The Inter-House competitions were won by the favourites. The Senior Cup was won by School House who defeated the Rise in the Final. In the Junior Final, the Manor beat the Rise. Both finals were good exciting matches with much credit being earned by all four teams.

This year's festival was held at Rossall School and six schools had a most enjoyable week. The hospitality was good, the food excellent and we are very grateful to everyone at Rossall, especially Mr. Bob Clapp, for making everything run so smoothly. Sadly we did not have much success on the cricket field, losing two matches and drawing three, but there were some bright moments. Throughout the week, Richard Hutchinson impressed everyone and fully deserved the award of'Young Player of The Festival'. There were capable innings from Jason Brewster, Philip Brierley and David White, good bowling from Brewster and Michael Donoghue, fine wicketkeeping from Nigel Durham, and some enthusiastic all-round cricket from Colin Bosomworth.

Unfortunately the 1st XI did not have an official scorer, I do hope that in future there will be one or two enthusiasts who will do the scoring on a regular basis. This in no way lessens my gratitude to all those who scored for us, as they did a good job. My particular thanks to Messrs Mohan, Shuttleworth and Stephen for all their help during the season. Congratulations to Richard Hutchinson, who was selected in the holidays for the H.M.C. Schools Under 15 XI. To sum up, although it may not have been an outstanding season result-wise, it has been a pleasure to see so many young players on Game 1 who were keen to learn and to practice. This must augur well for the future.

D.K. 1st XI Selected from: t * S . Forman (Capt.) 1983-84-85-86 *N.D.Muirhead(Vice-Capt.) 1985-86 *J. Brewster 1984-85-86 *P.J.E. Brierley 1985-86 *M. D. Donoghue 1986 *N. P. Durham 1986

2nd XI Selected from: *J.N.Collinson(Capt.) *M.J. Blissett *C. R. Bosomworth •C.J.Hill *J.M.Leatt *T. I. Moodycliffe *N.J.Patchett *W. J. Robinson

*P. R. H. Gair 1986 *R. Hutchinson 1986 *M. Reid 1986 *D.M. D.White 1985-86 *N. G. Wilkinson 1986

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*P. F. Wareham J. P. Hewitt J.N. Renshaw M. D. Spence J.W.Wensley T.B.White G. D. Winn

1st XI Averages Batting No. of Not Innings Out Runs N. G. Wilkinson 18 3 533 R. Hutchinson 19 1 585 1 431 P.J.E.Brierley 18 N. D. Muirhead 19 2 357 M.Reid 13 3 189 M.D. Donoghue 13 8 93 J. Brewster 18 3 255 D. M.D. White 19 0 307 P.R.H.Gair 5 3 19 S. Forman 13 2 102 C. R. Bosomworth 7 4 12 Also batted: N.P.Durham 11,0,1*; W.J. Robinson 0,17, 54*

Bowling Highest Score 87 96 68 101* 45 31 38 55 14* 39* 11*

Average 35.53 32.50 25.35 21.00 18.90 18.60 17.00 16.16 9.50 9.27 4.00

D. M. D. White C. R. Bosomworth M . D . Donoghue J. Brewster S. Forman N. G. Wilkinson P.R.H.Gair N. D. Muirhead Also bowled: P. J. 13-2-58-1; N.J. Pat

Maidens 8 4 41 64 26 31 15 10

Runs 135 84 730 835 445 377 417 119

Wickets 7 4 32 36 17 14 12 3

Average 19.29 21.00 22.81 23.19 26.18 26.93 34.75 39.66

Not out

Summary Date April26th May3rd May 14th May 17th May28th May31st June4th June 7th June 14th June 21st June28th July5th July9th yU!y !i!u July 12th July 14th July 15th July 16th July 17th July 18th

Overs 50 18 250.2 253.2 123.4 117 100 39

of Results

Opponents YorkshireGentlemenC.C BradfordG.S Craven Gentlemen C. C Worksop College TheFortyClub Giggleswick School YorkC.C Leeds G.S Ampleforth College Durham School Pocklington School Barnard Castle School SaintsC.C OldPeterites

Ground Home Home Home Away Home Home Home Away Away Home Home Home Home Home

Result Drawn Drawn Drawn Abandoned Won Won Won Drawn Lost Drawn Drawn Won Drawn

Merchant Taylors', Northwood Bryanston School RossallSchool Cranleigh School Loretto School

Rossall Rossall Rossall Rossall Rossall

Lost Drawn Lost Drawn Drawn

School 200-9 dec.

221-8 dec.

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182-4 83-3 189-7 237-9 141 147-7 172-7 244-7 dec.

152-3 180-9 dec.

175-7 136 151-5 131 232-7 dec.

179-7

Opponents 147-9 120-7 239-3 dec.

38-0 180-8 dec.

80 187-4 dec.

258-8 dec.

143 171 239-8 dec.

213 201-4 dec.

199-6 dec.

191-4 dec.

139-4 216 216-6 dec.

199-6 215-6 dec.

ST. PETER'S v AMPLEFORTH COLLEGE Away on Saturday, 14th June Result: Lost by 2 runs Ampleforth 143(M. Swainstone38, J. Elliot 30, P. R. H.Gair 5-45,M. D. Donoghue 3-18) St. Peter's 141 (N. G. Wilkinson34, B. S. Gooding 5-55, G. Cummings 3-34)

ST. PETER'S v YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN C. C. At home on Saturday, 26th April Result: Drawn St. Peter's 200 - 9 dec. (P. J. E. Brierley 68, M. Reid 42, J. Brewster 38, H. C. Wrigley 3-29) Yorkshire Gents 147-9 (D.J. Milbank 69, J. Brewster 3-4 5)

ST. PETER'S v DURHAM SCHOOL At home on Saturday, 21st June Result: Drawn Durham 171 (J. Whitfield 57, A. Roseberry 52, M. D. Donoghue4-51. S. Foraian 3-22, J. Brewster 3-57) St. Peter's 14-7 (R. Hutchinson 55, M. Reid45, J. Whitfield 3-23)

ST. PETER'S v BRADFORD G. S. At home on Saturday, 3rdMay Result: Drawn St. Peter's221-8 dec. (N. D. Muirhead 101 not out, R. Hutchinson 36, R. Kitchen 4-76) Bradford G. S. 120-7 (P. Miles 37 not out, R. Leach 31)

ST. PETER'S v POCKLINGTON SCHOOL At home on Saturday, 28th June Result: Drawn Pocklington 239-8 dec. (S. Clarke 76, P. Lee 58, T. Woollias 30 not out, D. M. D. White 3-38) St. Peter's 172-7 (D. M. D. White 50, N. G. Wilkinson45, A. Pettinger3-27)

ST. PETER'S v CRAVEN GENTLEMEN C.C. At home on Wednesday, 14thMay Result: Drawn Craven Gents 239-3 dec. (E. R. Hudson 104, C. Clarke 99 not out) St. Peter's 59-7 (S. Lawrence 4-15)

ST. PETER'S v BARNARD CASTLE SCHOOL At home on Saturday, 5th July Result: Won by 31 runs St. Peter's 244-7 dec. (N. G. Wilkinson 83, S. Forman 39 not out, P. J. E. Brierley 36, R. Hutchinson33, S. Foster 4-78) BarnardCastle213(N.Foster67, R.Whittaker41,J.Brewster5-41,M.D. Donoghue 3-63)

ST. PETER'S v WORKSOP COLLEGE Away on Saturday, 17thMay Result: MatchAbandoned Worksop 38-0 ST. PETER'S v THE FORTY CLUB At home on Wednesday, 28thMay Result: Won by 6 wickets Forty Club 180-8 dec. (A. Marsden 66, E. Martin 50, J. Brewster 4-49) St. Peter's 1824 (R. Hutchinson 53, N. D. Muirhead 46 not out, P. J. E. Brierley 37)

ST. PETER'S v SAINTS C. C. At home on Wednesday, 9th July Result: Drawn Saints C. C. 201-4 dec. (S. R. Hutchinson 53, D. Brearley 44, S. Lawrence 34 not out, J. Heaseman33) St. Peter's 152-3 (R. Hutchinson 54 not out, N. G. Wilkinson 36 not out, N. D. Muirhead 3 5)

ST. PETER'S v GIGGLESWICK SCHOOL At home on Saturday, 31 st May Result: Won by 7 wickets Giggleswick 80 (N. G.Wilkinson 3-5, S. Forman 3-26) St. Peter's 83-3 (R. Hutchinson 44) ST. PETER'S v YORK C. C. At home on Wednesday, 4th June Result: Wonby3 wickets York C. C. 187-4 dec. (S. Taylor 105, N. Henderson 68) St. Peter's 189-7 (N. D. Muirhead45, N. G. Wilkinson36, J. Simpson3-42, J. Pearson 3-82)

ST. PETER'S v OLD PETERITES At home on Friday and Saturday, 11 th and 12th July Result: Drawn Old Peterites 199-6 dec. (S. R. Gorman 94 not out, S. P. Burdass 35, G. W. Tait 30 not out and 1914 dec. (S.R.Hutchinson 77, J. P. Atkinson 33 not out, J. Brewster 3-7 2) St. Peter's 180-9 dec. (N. G. Wilkinson 47, S. R. Gorman 3-63) and 175-7 (W.J. Robinson 54 not out, N. G. Wilkinson 42, M. D. Donoghue 31, P. J. E. Brierley 30, J. P. Atkinson 3-32)

ST. PETER'S vLEEDS G.S. Away on Saturday, 7th June Result: Drawn Leeds G. S. 258-8 dec. (J. GoldthoFpe 118, A. McFarlane 38, M. D. Donoghue 3-66) St. Peter's 237-9 (N. G. Wilkinson 87, P. J. E. Brierley 66, A. Metcalfe 541)

ST. PETER'S v MERCHANT TAYLORS', NORTHWOOD At Rossall on Monday, 14th July Result: Lost by 6 wickets St. Peter's 136 (P. J. E. Brierley 39) Merchant Taylors' 139-4 (N. Borall 51 not out, A. Coker 44)

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ST. PETER'S v BRYANSTON SCHOOL. At Rossall on Tuesday, 15th July Result: Drawn Bryaston 216 (G. Ecclestone 46, S. Ecclestone 44, P. de Glanville 40, J. Lengyel de Bagota 36, M. D. Donoghue 4-43) St. Peter's 151-5 (R. Hutchinson 68, D. M. D. White 33, N. Goodenough-Bayly 4-32)

ST. PETER'S v CRANLEIGH SCHOOL At Rossall on Thursday, 17th July Result: Drawn St. Peter's 232-7 dec. (R. Hutchinson 96, P. J. E. Brierley 46, J. Brewster 38, S.Watkinson3-52) Cranleigh 199-6 (R. Radbourne 124, M. D. Donoghue 4-46)

ST. PETER'S v ROSSALL SCHOOL At Rossall on Wednesday, 16th July Result: Lost by 85 runs Rossall216-6 dec. (P. Clayton 72, D. Indo 38, P. Cartwright 36, J. Brewster 3-91) St. Peter's 131 (M. Reid36, M. Beech5-39, M. Greenbank3-20)

ST. PETER'S v LORETTO SCHOOL At Rossall on Friday, 18th July Result: Drawn Loretto215-6 dec. (R. Frazer67, C. Craig41, P. Orr 38) St. Peter's 179-7 (D. M. D. White 55, R. Hutchinson 45, M. Eglinton 6-63)

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G.M.S.

Second XI After a very dismal start to the season when five of the first six matches were abandoned because of the bad weather, the team, ably led by Nigel Collinson, had four splendid victories against Bootham 1st XI, Leeds G. S., Durham and Ampleforth, and only lost to Pocklington on a difficult pitch. The XI's main strength was in its bowling, and all opponents found runs hard to get. The opening attack of Tim Moodycliffe, Crispin Hill and Nigel Collinson always made a break through and kept the batsmen very much on the defensive; in fact they bowled without much luck on many occasions. Michael Blissett and John Leatt bowled their spin accurately, and each had their good days, but the most successful bowler was Nicholas Patchett, who took 25 wickets for 100 with his medium pace bowling. The batting was less secure, but Paul Wareham and William Robinson both played a number of good innings. The fielding was keen, the catching sound without being spectacular, and the general team spirit excellent.

G.M.S. Results Date May 3rd May 7th May 10th May 14th May 17th May 21st May 31st June 4th June 7th June 14th June 21st June 28th July 5th

Opponents Bradford G. S York VI Form College Sedbergh School Yarm School 1st XI Worksop College Bishop Burton College Giggleswick School Bootham School 1st XI Leeds G. S Ampleforth College Durham School Pocklington School Barnard Castle School

Ground Away Away Home Home Away Away Away Away Home Home Away Away Away

Result Abandoned Abandoned Drawn Abandoned Abandoned Abandoned Drawn Won Won Won Won Lost Drawn

School 93 for 3

Opponents

158 for 6 dec -

84 for 3 82 for 2

120 for 4 dec 124 for 4 dec 63 for 2 83 for 5 84 for 2 83 99 for 8

44 for 8 115 62 81 81 84 for 5 121

Senior Colts Once again summer seemed to arrive late in York and consequently only one match was completed before half term. It: was no surprise therefore when a strong Manchester Schools' XI, eager to avenge last year's defeat, duly ripped our fragile middle order batting apart in the first match after half term on their way to a comfortable victory.

This sole defeat, plus poor performances against Ampleforth and Barnard Castle were the only blemishes on what was a good season. Generally the standard of fielding was very good, particularly against Pocklington and Leeds.

The bulk of the runs were scored by Tim Cooper, the captain who showed a wide range of attacking strokes in a superb knock against Leeds, Amit Basu who accumulated runs throughout the season with a dogged determination, and Dominic Clavell who knew when to defend and how to despatch the bad ball. Other notable innings included Mark Camacho's 55 against Giggleswick, Nigel Davies unbeaten half century against Pocklington and Keith Black's prolonged defensive innings to save the day at Barnard Castle. The bowling attack was spearheaded by Dominic Clavell who took 24 wickets at an average of 9.9 runs per wicket and Robert Jupp. Robert bowled fast and deserved more wickets. He often beat his opponents by sheer speed and is developing into a fine fast bowler. There were also encouraging bowling performances from spinners Trevor Bosom worth and Keith Black but both need greater consistency to become more effective.

It was a pity that so many 'B' XI games were cancelled because of the weather, but in the one match played both Vincent Bates and Steven Gaunt produced good individual performances.

The following were regular members of the 'A' team: T. Cooper*, D. Clavell*, A. Basu*, R. Jupp*, A. Atkinson, K. Black, M. Camacho, S. Gaunt, J. Tattersall, N. Davies, P. Sawkill. * awarded colours J.W.R.H. 61

Results Bradford G. S. 93 for 8 (R. Jupp 4-29) Match abandoned-rain St. Peter's 124 for 5 (A. Basu 42; T. Cooper 45) Sedbergh 95 for 2 St. Peter's 111 (D. Clavell 37) Manchester Schools C. A. 112 for 4 St.Peter's 160(M.Camacho55, A.Basu46) Giggleswick 118 for8 (D. Clavell 5-19) Leeds 136 (D. Clavell 4-25; M. Camacho 4-33) St. Peter's 136 (T. Cooper 43) Ampleforth 155 for 8 dec. (D. Clavell 3-48) St. Peter's 35 for 5

Durham 87 (D. Clavell 6-27; T. Bosomworth, 3-36) - Peter's88 for 1 (T. Cooper 53 not out) Pocklington 126 for 9 dec. (D. Clavell 5-47) St. Peter's 127 for 2 (A. Basu 26; N. Davies 51 not out) Barnard Castle 162 for 4 dec. (J. Tattersall 3-48) St - Peter's59for8 St. Peter's An XI117 for 9 dec. (G. Broadway 25) Bootham 61 (M. Camacho 4-21; T. Bosomworth 3-29) Other match: ? a r ° a r d F ^ , 1 ! , ' ? ' XI}°* <Y' 5 a t c s 5 - 20 > St. Peter's'B'XI105 for 2 (S. Gaunt 54 not out) St

Junior Colts XI The season began in the cold and wet with little opportunity for practice out on grass. We entered our first game against Bradford underprepared, and were outplayed and lucky not to lose. However there was a ray of sunshine in the form of a really superb spell of bowling from Mondal who ended with figures of 9 for 35. He always looked dangerous and should take many more wickets in future. The weather plagued us until the Giggleswick game. They batted well and declared at 166. We soon found ourselves 13 for 2, but Robinson with a fine 46 almost put us in a position to threaten the Giggleswick score.

Leeds were next and the highlight of our batting was a partnership of 72 between Robinson (56) and Quickfall (32). Leeds won due to a splendid innings of 82 n.o. by Stephens who rallied the Leeds reply at 4 for 2 and then carried his bat. Against Ampleforth Robinson again proved the backbone of our innings with 44. Panitzke was our only other major contributor with 22. The boys bowled well and with a little more luck might have snatched something from this game. Inexperienced captaincy led to Woolley (3 for 8) not being bowled at the vital time. Our match at Durham showed the best of our batting with Panitzke 57, Robinson 50 and Metcalfe 31. However our initial approach to the fielding was very poor and it was not until Metcalfe came on to bowl that we looked like winning. He ended with 6 for 31 and could justifiably call it his game of the season. Metcalfe also held our batting together at Pocklington with 36. Until the very end the fielding matched some good bowling; however our chances ofwinning were dashed by two dropped catches, (Mondal 4 for 43, Robinson 3 for 14).

Barnard Castle turned out to be our final opponents. It was a superb end to a most enjoyable season. Barnard Castle bowled very well to have St. Peter's 51 for 7 then Winrow (30), Quickfall (33) put together a partnership of 60.

This was followed by a hard hitting 30 from Williams. After the declaration the boys bowled and fielded enthusiastically, a legacy perhaps of Mr. Kirby's session the previous day. Metcalfe with 4 for 24 and Robinson 3 for 23 then bowled us to victory.

I have mentioned a number of players; however every boy on the squad made his own contribution and showed improvement during the year. Special note should be made of Panitzke's wicketkeeping and my thanks go to the three boys who captained the side, Woolley, Robinson and Panitzke. I am sure that these boys will continue to enjoy their cricket and show improvement, providing they show the same enthusiasm and commitment that they did this year. I wish them all success next year.

The following represented the 'A' XI: A. Bryan, P. Brown, J. Bowling, M. Greensit, R. Griggs, A. Mondal, C. Metcalfe, L. Panitzke, D. Quickfall, S. Robinson, D. Tunstall, D. Williams, P. Winrow, J. Woolley.

Results Opponents BradfordG.S Giggleswick School LeedsG.S Ampleforth College DurhamSchool Pocklington School BarnardCastleSchool

Ground Home Home Home Away Away Away Home

Result Drawn Drawn Lost Lost Drawn Drawn Won

School 52-9 120-6 137 111 205-6dec.

121-9 dec.

150-9 dec.

Opponents 163 166-7dec.

1384 112-5 162-7 106-8 105

<B> XI By the time summer had arrived, a number of matches had been cancelled and the opportunities for developing matchplay were limited. Hence much of the available time was devoted to the acquisition of specific skills and technique and in this sense, the term was quite a successful one.

David Tunstall became a frightening prospect for the opposition even though his direction was a little wayward.

Bradley Lovell and Philip Brown both applied themselves well to the circumstances and made good progress during the season.

Only against Pocklington were the team victorious with P. D. Brown scoring 22 and Tunstall taking 5-33. In the other two matches, we were unable to score enough runs to give the bowlers any margin for error. A frustrating and disappointing season!

The following were members of the U14 'B' squad: G. R. A. B. Atkinson, N. Birch, P. D. Brown, R. D. Freling, J. R. Kelsey, J. Lewis, B. J. Lovell, J. A. R. Mee, J. R. Penty, L. B. Pratt, M. B. Quaker, D. M. S. Quickfall, C. J. Rodwell, C. A. Smith, J. Smith, S. A. Towers, D. Tunstall. „ , S.A.C.

Results Date May 28th June 28th July 5th

Opponents Ampleforth College Pocklington School Barnard Castle School

Ground Away Away Home

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Result Lost Won Lost

School 41 125 62

Opponents 42 for 2 83 64 for 5

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Tennis The poor weather dominated the first half of the season, curtailing practice, making matches uncomfortable to play and watch, and causing one abandonment and two cancellations. As the weather improved, and became unusually hot and sunny, so did the standard of tennis played. The first team completed sixteen matches in all, winning fifteen and losing one. They were ably led by the first pair of Leman Harris and Nicholas Green, who lost only three sets all season, going through all their matches unbeaten. Leman's athletic play at the net, combined with Nicholas' sound ground strokes and increasingly effective volleying ensured that they were very difficult to master. Christopher Bond and Clive Walton had a less consistent season than in 1985, but both have become stronger players, and when they did run into form were impregnable at the baseline. Christopher's serve, at its best, was of a very high class, and Clive's mobility was again evident. Mark Brownbridge played with either Kevin Price or John Comley as the third pair. Mark was the most improved player in the Tennis Club, allying an improving tactical appreciation and touch to his energy and enthusiasm, and obtaining some fine wins, notably with Kevin against the Worksop 2nd pair, to win the match. Both Kevin and John joined us from cricket, and made a significant contribution to the team's success, promising more good results for next year.

The School entered the York Team Tennis League for the second season, and a team of four players, each of whom played one doubles set and one set of singles, retained the trophy by winning all the matches.

The Second VI played four inter-school matches, winning two and drawing one, the Under 16 team played and won two, and the Under 15 team played and beat Bootham School for the first time in the three seasons in which we have produced a side at that level. Altogether 41 senior boys played tennis regularly, and the facilities at Bootham Park, although not available out of normal games hours, were fully utilised. Twenty six fourth formers and two third formers also played tennis on Fridays, many of them braving our own courts, whose bounce is unpredictable at best.

Thanks are due to Mr. Taylor for his invaluable work with the younger boys in particular, and his help with some matches, and to Mr. Shread, who joined us this year, for his increasing involvement with the youngest boys and with the team players. They have, with Leman Harris the Captain, contributed greatly to the organisation and running of the Tennis Club, and to such a successful and enjoyable season. The highlights which stand out particularly are the win over Worksop, who fielded four of the team which beat us last year, which was a match in doubt until the last minute, and the superb all-round performance against a sound side from Barnard Castle.

Once our team got their noses in front during the first round matches, we played better and better, and with more confidence, so that the opponents were finally overwhelmed.

J.R.L. Teams 1st VI: Leman Harris (Captain)*, N. Green*, C. H. Bond*, C. J. Walton*, P. M. Brownbridge*, K. S. Price, J. F. Comley. *Colours 2nd VI: M. A. Rycroft, J. S. Ironside, R. J. Sampson, P. M. Allan, A. T. Comley, J. P. Anderson.

U16 VI: A. T. Comley, J. P. Anderson, T. R. Bletcher, I. K. Plowman, N. E. Hobson, D. J. James.

U15 VI: J. P. Anderson, S. Y. M. Al-Bassam, P. S. Cove, E. G. Stanton, M. S. Connolly, M. J. Stephenson.

House Matches School House beat Temple 5-4 in the Final.

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Inter-House

Athletics

Seniors 100m 200m 400m 800m 1,500m 3,000m High Jump Long Jump Discus Javelin Shot Putt Relay

Competition

Intermediates

11.9 M. J. Harris (R) 24.1 M. J. Harris (R) T D. Welburn (D) & P. M. Allan (G) 57.7 2min 20.5 C. H. Bond (S) 4min 40.2 M. P. Owens (M) Stain 53.6 M. P. Owens (M) 1.78m** D. C. Home (R) 5.29m C. P. St. J. Warrington (R) 30.80m L. Harris (D) 42.50m J. Brewster (R) 10.70m S. D. Kay (R) 49.3 Rise

C. D. Gummery (S) C. D. Gummery (S) J. A. Rich (M) T. J. Leather (T) N. D. Muirhead (S) N. D. Muirhead (S) N. J. Patchett (S) N. M. Chippindale (R) C. Midgley (S) A. S. Palmer (R) J. W. Wensley (R) Rise

12.3 24.6 55.2 2min 14.7 4min 49.4 lOmin 28.4 1.67m** 5.34m 26.94m 48.0m 10.70m 49.4**

The Boat

Club

Juniors A. Roy (S) A. Roy (S) G. J. Proudley (S) D. Tunstall (T) A. J. Bryan (G)

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P. D. Brown (T) A. Mondal (R) D. H. Williams (C) P. D. Brown (T) D. Tunstall (T) Manor

13.1 27.0 62.2 2min 20.0 5min 8.8

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1.60m 4.70m 27.70m 28.40m 10.63m 53.5

Athletics Shield 1.

Rise

2.

School

]06'/2 pts 101 pts

3.

Manor

46 pts

4.

5.

Temple Grove

5.

7.

Dronfield

37 pts

Clifton

30 pts

8.

Queen's

18 pts

42'/2 pts 37 pts

**New School record

The Boat Club congratulates Michael and Jane Dawson on the birth of their son Ian. It is anticipated that the first playboat will have been fitted with toddler reins by the end of next season. The Club has had much help this year, most notably from Dr. K. Shanks, and also from Mr. J. Gargan (who has rowed and coached at York City in the past) and from Mr. J. Williamson (an ex-Durham School First Eight oarsman who is now competing in York University's First Four). We have been lucky to get the benefit of their skills and enthusiasm. Nicholas Drever-Smith (last season's captain) was generous with his time, towing the trailer to away regattas. Young members of the Club helped at all three of York's regattas in 1986, marshalling 35 crews at our steps at the Head of the River Race, and manning the start-boats at York Spring and York Summer. Jon King opened the rowing year in September by sculling 34 miles in the Boston Marathon. This tremendous achievement raised much money for the York Ethiopia Appeal in which the School was taking part during the summer of 1985. The Christmas and Easter terms' maintenance work was successful in making everything river-worthy; though "Just Herbert" has been taken off the water until we can arrange for her frame to be re-skinned. "Diane"returned to use after a complete refit was necessitated by an unfortunate trailer accident: she is now in good racing condition.

We are grateful to Gareth Gaunt and Jon King for restoring two of our sculling boats to the best condition I have ever seen them in. There has been almost no competitive sculling this season, but Gareth and Jon have given us the material for success next year. Indeed, these two have done a great deal for the Boat Club in the four or five years of their membership: I shall miss them on the river and in the workshop, and I wish them well.

Simon Cockerill, Timothy Lakin, Timothy Welburn, William Davidson, and cox Richard Knox have been the Boys First Four. They rowed at Senior C status in the Yorkshire Head of the River, at York Spring and York Summer, and at Bradford Spring and Leeds Sprint Regattas. This crew are awarded Colours for the season. The Girls First Four have been Emma Bennett, Catherine Campbell, Philippa Mutter, Sally Netherwood, and cox James Robinson. They rowed in the Women's Novice Divisions of all the regattas we entered. They always progressed beyond the first round of the knockouts, and did well to reach the Finals at York Summer and Leeds Sprint. Obviously, we were very disappointed to see them lose each final to strong crews from Hull and Sheffield Universities. This crew are awarded Colours for the season. Eight other members of the Upper Sixth regularly rowed and helped with coaching, for which I am grateful. By the end of the term it was clear that next year's First Four are going to be David Burns, Laurent Kssis, Ian McDonald, William Terry, and their cox Richard Hutchinson. This crew are awarded Colours. They rowed at Junior 18 status in the five regattas, and won this division at York Summer in a good competitive Final against our other crew at this level, James Kinnell, Mark Plummer, Mark Foster, Gregory Winrow, Jonathan Bowden (cox).

Four Lower Sixth girls rowed occasionally during the spring, and by the end of the Summer Term had become a very promising crew. Louise Gorman, Elizabeth Greenstreet, Nicola Hutchinson, Sasha Jackson, and cox Mark Baker began their competitive rowing against Lower Sixth girls crews at an invitation event at Durham School; and went on to enter races at Bradford, York Summer and Leeds Sprint. At Junior 16 (Fifth Form) our two crews have been so evenly matched that I alternated calling them First and Second Fours in regatta entries. Both crews took part in the five open regattas and the match at Durham. Charles Adcock, Tony Jackson, Jonathan Laverack and Mark Tozer, have had rather less luck than the others but keep training hard. Martin Bellingham, Richard Hall, James Martin, Jason Mellor and their cox Justin Gaunt won the Junior 16 Division at Bradford Spring - which I believe is the first time we have won a J16 competition since we began Fourth Form entry to the Boat Club rather than the Third Form entry that other schools have.

Christopher Midgley and James Edgecombe rowed the pair all season. They caught the attention of a lot of people with their (unsuccessful) attempt at an Eskimo Roll at Bradford. They rowed well at Leeds Sprint. Two Fourth Form Fours and a Pair have begun well with occasional wins in the rounds of competitions at Durham School and in York Summer regatta.

Yorkshire Head of the River Durham Schools Invitation York Summer Regatta

8th March 14th May 21st June

York Spring Regatta Bradford Spring Regatta Leeds Sprint Regatta

6 crews; 6 crews; 8 crews; 64

3rd May 17th May 28th June

7 crews; 10 crews; 7 crews. D . J . H .

Oxford Cup (Holders: Rise) Senior Rugby Junior Rugby Senior Cricket Junior Cricket Athletics Sports Cross Country [unior Long Run Swimming Sports Swimming Standards Tennis Shooting Squash

Points Awarded 20 10 20 10 15 10 10 15 10 15 15 15

Clifton

Dronfield

Grove

Manor

Queen's

lise 20

School House

Temple

10 20 10 15 10 10 10 15 15

10

Totals

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70

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Archives and Records For a school with so ancient a heritage as ours to have so little remaining of archive material is a sad reminder of what must have been thrown out as being worthless. Even a "merit" book of Latin translations in which schoolfellows of Guy Fawkes wrote their work when the school was in the Horsefair with other museum exhibits has disappeared within the last twenty years.

Fortunately the keen work and zeal of Richard Harding and others and the interest of the Head Master and the Old Peterite Club has brought realisation of the urgent need to collect, collate and preserve archive material before any further loss. Mr. Bernard Barr, the Sub-Librarian of the Minster Library, is advising us on this, and an Honorary Archivist has been appointed to deal with registers, records and so forth. The task of preparing an alphabetical list of all Peterites from A.D. 627 to the present day is daunting, but is contemplated. Computer processing will help - if the archivist can learn how to use one in time.

A small exhibition in the ante-chapel at Commemoration showed clearly just how much interest there is, and how great the need is to collect further material.

Documents of all kinds are required - old school lists, calendars, registers, diaries, letters, programmes and prizes. Photographs of individuals, groups, teams and houses will be protected from further fading, named where possible and stored or displayed. School caps, blazers, ties and equipment are also needed, as are schoolboy toys, games and equipment.

Quite recently the diary of a Peterite in the thirties was returned to the school, together with the monitors' punishment book for the Rise in the nineteen twenties and thirties. The record of strokes for such heinous crimes as "talking to two girls on the river bank whilst in a boat" and "flashing a mirror in the eyes of passers-by to the great detriment of the reputation of the school" make fascinating reading.

Offers of material will be most gratefully received, and should be addressed to the Honorary Archivist at the School.

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The OldPeterite Club 1886-1986 The Old Peterite Club is a hundred years old. It was formed on Saturday, 25th September 1886 by the Rev. H. M. Stephenson when a Provisional Committee was appointed with the Head Master as President ex-oflicio. At the end of the Christmas Term on Monday, 20th December the first Annual Meeting was held and "61 gentlemen were proposed, seconded and elected as members of the Club." A casual meander through the minutes of countless meetings cannot but cause one to marvel and to be thankful for so many devoted men who have given so much care and attention to the Club's business and welfare. Though it would be invidious to single out certain names, mention must be made of H. L. Creer and Lt. Colonel H. C. Scott whose combined and devoted service to the Club totalled 85 years in various offices from 1912 -1958. In 1927 Angelo Raine wrote "The Old Peterite Club has proved much more than a mere dining association, indeed it has been a tower of strength to the School". Pre-eminently the objects of the Club have been to unite past members ofthe School and to maintain a lively interest in its welfare.

During the mid 1950s some of the offices of the Club changed hands and constitutional changes were made affecting the presidency and the chairmanship of committee. Since 1955, when the Rt. Rev. H. H. Williams resigned from the presidency after nineteen years in that office, the term of office was limited to three years and since 1972 to two years. Since 1964 the president has ex officio been chairman of the general committee, a post which had previously been the prerogative of the Head Master, and the constitution of that committee had been revised in 1956 to include up to 18 members. The Club has also been particularly fortunate in having two long serving O. P. masters in recent times - K. H. Rhodes (master 1924-1969), whose father H. W. Rhodes (School 1880-1885) was a founder member of the Club, and K. G. Chilman (master 1919-1923 : 1924-1965). They richly encouraged good fellowship between the School and Old Peterites, and even today in this centenary year "Chilly", who captained the cricket XI 70 years ago, continues to strengthen ties between the past and present. Other long serving masters have in their turn become honorary members in recognition of their outstanding service to the School - L. C. Le Tocq (master 1937-1981) and R. F. Harding (master 1938-1974) were duly elected to the general committee, the latter becoming the first honorary member to be the Club's president for two years in 1980.

The generosity of Old Peterites to the School, both individually and through the Club, has always been evident.

The major task of the post-war era was the raising of £13,800 to pay for the Memorial Hall. No sooner was this done than the committee decided to issue a further appeal for £2,232 necessary, in addition to a grant from the War Damage Commission, for the refurbishing of the front of the original 1838 building. As F. J. Wiseman wrote in his book "their final act was to raise by subscription a sum of money, substantial enough to match the depth of emotion felt by O.Ps. at the retirement of the Head Master, John Dronfield, who had done so much, first for the restitution and later for the promotion of their School."

Old Peterites continue to take a keen interest in the School and almost every boy and girl who leaves becomes a member of the Club, which has branches throughout the country. The annual dinner and regional dinners provide an opportunity for members to maintain and renew old friendships and to hear from the Head Master. A newsletter is also circulated in May to those who wish to receive it, which enables them to keep in touch with the School.

Recently there have been reunions and these gatherings have been greatly enjoyed. On the practical side careers forums staffed by O.Ps. have been introduced by Mr. K. G. Coulthard, Careers Master since 1953. Members have also been invited to be associated with the O.P. Business Directory currently being compiled by E. M. H. Ranson . . . the future isfilledwith many opportunities.

Doubtless the Rev. H. M. Stephenson would have taken great pleasure in knowing that, a hundred years later, his Club has grown to over 2,500 members. Below is listed the officials since 1886: their loyal support and that of many other O.Ps. has ensured the continued prosperity of the Club.

1886 1887 1900 1913 1936 1955 1958 1961 J 964 1967

Rev. H. M. Stephenson Rev. G. T. Handford Rev. E. C. Owen S. M. Toyne Rt. Rev. H. H. Williams H. L. Creer Dr. M. T. Clegg J. A. Hanson T.J.Lewis K. H. Rhodes

resid ents

Hon. Secretaries

Hon. Treasure*

1969 1972 1974 1976 1978 1980 1982 1984 1986

1886 1888 1891 1899 1919 1949 1957 1964 1980

1886 1888 1891 1899 1919 1951 1964 1972

F.W.B.Pacey C.W.Thompson P. S. Atkinson F. N. Newdick K.M.Ratcliff R. F. Harding D. T. Rumfitt J. T. Harding J. A. Denison

G.H.Eyre E.W.Clayforth P. E. Lord A. Peters H. C. Scott K. H. Rhodes T.J.Lewis D. Kirby R. D. Harding

Officers and General Committee 1986/87 President: J. A. Denison, Esq., Manor Court, Skelton, York Y03 6XX. Past Presidents: J. A. Hanson, Esq., Long Ridge, Chestnut Walk, Oaklands, Welwyn, Herts.

T. J. Lewis, Esq., O.B.E., Sway Wood Paddock, Mead End Lane, Sway, Nr. Lymington, Hants. S04 OEE. C. W. Thompson, Esq., Moorfield Farm, Fulwood Lane, Ringinglow, Sheffield.

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G. H. Eyre E.W.Clayforth P. E. Lord A. Peters H. L. Creer J. H. Saville T. H. Bourdon J.E.Moore

P. S. Atkinson, Esq., 'Greystones', Garton, Driffield, North Humberside.

F. N. Newdick, Esq., Ball Cottage, Brandsby, York Y06 4RQ. K. M. Ratcliff, Esq., 'Dormers', 8 Upper Ashlyns Road, Berkhamstead, Herts HP4 3BN. R. F. Harding, Esq., Filmer Cottage, York Y06 7BN. D. T. Rumfitt, Esq., J. P., St. Olave's, 30A Westfields, Richmond, North Yorkshire DL10 4DD. J. T. Harding, Esq., 13 the Riding, Kenton, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE3 4LQ. Vice-Presidents The Headmaster, St. Peter's School, York Y03 6AB. K. G. Chilman Esq., 71 Meadowfields Drive, Huntington Road, YorkY03 9HW. D. G. Cummin, Esq., J.P., M.A., 14 St. Olave's Road, York Y03 7AL. BrigadierC.C.Fairweather,C.B.,C.B.E.,T.D.,J.P.,D.L., 'The White Lodge', Hutton Rudby, Yarm, Cleveland TS15 OHY. The Rt. Rev. M. H. Harland, D.D., 'White Chimney's, Rookwood Road, West Wittering, Nr. Chichester, West Sussex.

Sir John Rodgers, Bt., D.L. 72 Berkeley House, Hay Hill, London, W. 1.

Hon. Secretary: R. D. Harding Esq., 5 Cricket Close, Newton Solney, Burton-on-Trent, Staffs DEI5 ORZ. Hon. Treasurer: J. E. Moore, Esq., 'Mylncroft', Mylnhurst Road, Sheffield SI 1 9HU. District Hon. Secretaries: London: K. M. Ratcliff, Esq., 'Dormers', 8 Upper Ashlyns Road, Berkhamstead, Herts HP4 3BN. West Riding: C. J. Watson, Esq., 7 Westville Avenue, Ilkley, West Yorkshire LS29 9AH. North West: Dr. G. E. L. Graham, J.P., 'Croft End', 297 Wigan Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester WN1 2QY. North East: D. L. Brown, Esq., 'Ashcroft', Ashcroft Road, Darlington, Co. Durham DL3 8PD. East Riding: P. S. Atkinson, Esq., 'Greystones', Garton, Driffield, N. Humberside.

York: S. M. Burn, Esq., 'Valhalla', 7 Tadcaster Road, Copmanthorpe, YorkY02 3UL. Committee: D. P. Atkinson, Esq., 'Greystones', Garton, Driffield, N. Humberside.

V. M. Black, Esq., 12 Usher Park Road, Haxby, York Y03 8RY. S. M. Burn, Esq., 'Valhalla', 7 Tadcaster Road, Copmanthorpe, York.

P. M. Darley, Esq., 39 Park Way, Knaresborough, N. Yorkshire HG5 9DW. R. M. Deas, Esq., 41 Beechwood Terrace, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR2 7LY. C. Frank, Esq., Stoneridge, Deepdale, Knox Lane, Scarborough, N. Yorkshire.

Dr. G. E. L. Graham, J.P., 'Croft End', 297 Wigan Lane, Wigan WN1 2QY. D. W. Grice, Esq., 29 Penyghent Avenue, Burnholme, York Y03 OQN. F. B. S. Harnby, Esq., 12 Deva Terrace, Chester CH3 5AJ. M.G.B.Hepworth,Esq., 1 Peckitt Street, York YOl 1SG. J. G. Humble, Esq., 2 Tremayne Avenue, Welton Road, Brough, North Humberside.

G. M. Jobling, Esq., Higham Dykes, Ponteland, Newcastle-upon-Tyne.

L. C. Le Tocq, Esq., 12 St. Peter's Grove, Clifton, York Y03 6AQ. E. M. H. Ranson, Esq., The Old Bakery, Grindleton, Nr. Clitheroe, Lanes. BB7 4QT. J. C. M. Rayson, Esq., 14 St. Peter's Grove, York Y03 6AQ. J. C. Rounthwaite, Esq., Rutland House, 50 LowMoorgate, Rillington, Malton N. Yorkshire YOl7 8JW. P. M. Shepherd, Esq., Gill House, Tollerton, York Y06 2EA. D. N. Simmons, Esq., 113 The Oval, Brookfield, Middlesbrough, Cleveland TS5 8HR. E. G. Thompson, Esq., 'West Winds', 4 Moor Lane, Haxby, York.

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The Club's 95th Annual General Meeting was held at the School on Saturday 12th July and was attended by 34 members.

The Hon. Secretary took the chair at the beginning of the meeting whereupon he explained the general committee's decision to recommend to the A.G.M. that J. T. Harding continue in office until the end of the Centenary Dinner. This was endorsed and J. A. Denison was elected to succeed him as the next President.

The audited accounts for the year ended 31st December 1985 were presented which showed the accumulated fund for the running expenses of £6,183. Eighty four members joined the Club on leaving School.

G. E. L. Graham, L. C. Le Tocq, E. M. H. Ranson and V. M. Black were re-elected to serve on the committee for a further term of three years and J. G. Humble and G. M. Jobling were elected tofillvacancies.

The President, who earlier had welcomed the Head Master, Mr. R. N. Pittman, to his first A. G, M., thanked the District Hon. Secretaries for their work during the centenary year. All dinners showed an increase in numbers and the West Riding Dinner had been revived thanks to the combined efforts of C. J. Watson and W. M. Hudson. The East Riding Dinner attracted a record for any regional dinner - 72, and a Tyneside Dinner was also held for the first time. All the dinners had been most enjoyable occasions and the following were announced: London: Friday, 7th November, 1986 at the Great Western Royal Hotel, Paddington, W2. Organiser: Keith Ratcliff (04427-73123).

West Riding: Friday, 6th March, 1987 at the Bradford Club in Piece Hall Yard, Bradford. Organiser: Chris Watson (Ilkley 602599) North East: Friday, 24th April, 1987 at the Hardwick Hall Hotel, Sedgefield, Co. Durham. Organiser: David Brown (Darlington 465543 (Home) Darlington 467791 (Office)) East Riding: Friday 29th May, 1987 at the Bell Hotel, Driffield. Organiser: Peter Atkinson (Office 0377-43151).

York: The Annual Dinner, Saturday, 11th July, 1987.

Tyneside: Friday, 25th September, 1987 (provisional) at the Starkis Hotel, Newcastle Airport. Organiser: Richard Pickersgill (Office Newcastle 325455).

London: Friday, 6th November, 1987 (provisional).

The President gave details for celebrating the Club's centenary on Saturday, 27th September, 1986 1. Flag unfurling at mid-day (Pavilion).

2. President's guests reception in the Stephenson Room at 12.15 p.m. to pay tribute to the foundation of the Club by the Revd. H. M. Stephenson, M.A. (Head Master 1872-1887) 3. Luncheon.

4. O.P. Matches, Music Concert, Exhibitions.

5. Unveiling of Old Peterite Club Presidents, Secretaries and Treasurers Board by T. J. Lewis, Esq., O.B.E., (President 1964-1967) following tea in the Memorial Hall.

6. Thanksgiving service in the School Chapel at 5.30 p.m. when the preacher will be the venerable N.G.L.R. McDermid, M.A. (O.P.), the Archdeacon of Cleveland. During the Service the gift of the altar silver will be presented and dedicated.

7. The centenary reception to celebrate the 100th birthday of the Old Peterite Club at 6.30 p.m. for 7.00 p.m. - a mixed function.

At the close of the meeting the Hon. Secretary presented the prize of a framed photographic print of the School coat of arms to the winner of the Club's Centenary Quiz Competition, won by J. T. Harding (President 1984-1986) with a score of I8V2 out of 25.

Commemoration 1987 Commemoration next year will be on Friday 10th July and Saturday 11th July.

Mailing List The Hon. Secretary urges members to keep in touch with the School and to notify any changes of address to the Bursar's Secretary. From time to time members complain that they have not been receiving their magazine or O.P. circulars (forms must be filled in and replied to!). The Bursar's department keeps the records with military discipline and accuracy and it often transpires that failure to notify a change of address is the cause or a reply slip is not returned. Ten years ago two thirds of the Club defaulted on the latter. The following letter appeared in another School magazine and was printed anonymously so as not to cause offence - it might appeal to the sense of humour of O.P. readers: "Could you please check that my name is still on the register. I haven't received the last two copies of the magazine or the notice of the Dinner or Commemoration. I would be grateful if you could see that this does not happen again. Perhaps you would also note my change of address."

Notes Members are invited to submit to the Hon. Secretary (address above) any item which they would like to be considered by the committee before their next meeting on Saturday, 22nd November 1986. The Editor of'The Peterite' is always pleased to receive letters from the universities and any other contributions before 1 st July each year. The Hon. Secretary would like to thank O.P.s for their correspondence during the year and would welcome any news items for next May's newsletter.

Centenary Gifts As a result of the generous response by Old Peterites to the Centenary Appeal notice sent out early in 1986, the President's Centenary Sub Committee has, in consultation with the Head Master, decided upon Communion Silver 68

as the Club's gift to the School. The committee is extremely grateful to the members of the Club who have responded to the appeal and have made this particular gift possible. It will be presented and dedicated at the thanksgiving service in the Chapel on centenary day. O.Ps. present at Commemoration may have noticed the two new flag poles on either side of the cricket pavilion. The pole on the "Bay" side, replacing the old one, has been generously given by C. W. Thompson, president 1972-1974, and on the other side by J. T. Harding, president 1984-1986. The Club flag, also given by "J.T.", is to be presented and unfurled on centenary day, when also T. J. Lewis, president 1964-1967 is to unveil his gift, a board which shows the names of all officers of the Club since 1886.

Club Property The following are available from the Hon. Secretary, R. D. Harding, 5 Cricket Close, Newton Solney, Burton-onTrent, Staffs DE15 ORZ. Please include the relevant postage stamp separately from the cheque made payable to the "Old Peterite Club".

Tie £3.50 Ladies Brooch £3.50 Book £2.75 (plus 2 x 17p stamps) Centenary Spoon £2.00 The O.P. formal and informal ties can be obtained from Moss Bross, 12 Blake Street, York (Tel: 58777), price £3.95.

OldRisites'Tie Old Risites are informed that the Old Risites' tie is available from Mr. Alan Tooms at the School, cost £4.

(Cheques should be made payable to St. Peter's School, York).

Old Peterite Lodge No. 6412 The Annual Installation Ceremony of the Old Peterite Lodge was held at The Masonic Hall, Duncombe Place, York at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, 18th June, 1986. Bro. John Graham Humble was installed as Worshipful Master by W. Bro. R. A. Relton. At the Festive Board following the Installation, the Toast to St. Peter's School was proposed

by Bro. C. W. Knowlson and the response was given by W. Bro. D. P. Johnson. Old Boys, Masters and Governors of the School qualify for membership of the Lodge and anyone wishing to know further details should contact B. J. Watson at 1 Scawton Avenue, Huntington, York Y03 9JA.

The Old Peterite Club Golf ing Society In this the centenary year of the Club, the Burnett Trophy, contested on the Stableford System, was very appropriately supplemented by a new trophy for the best gross score. The Founder's Trophy, as it has been designated, marking the completion of the 25th Anniversary of the O.P. Golfing Society, has been the brain child of Philip Crowe (T. '49-54), and through his generosity this splendid new trophy is able to run concurrently with the Burnett Trophy. In perfect playing conditions at York G. C. on the Sunday afternoon immediately following Commemoration, 8 of the 26 players elected to contest the Founder's Trophy in addition to the Burnett Trophy.

Andrew Robson (8 handicap) returned a 78 gross to defeat Bill Graham (7 handicap) by one stroke. Hopefully this new trophy will enrich our entry without detracting from all the enjoyment to be gained from the customary Burnett Trophy. While it would appear that the more mature gentlemen figured more prominently in the medal competition, it was the turn of the younger generation to gain most of the honours from the Stableford point system, resulting in Richard Liddle (19) winning the Burnett Trophy with 37 points, followed by Cameron Gough (16) and Philip Lockwood (17) both on 35 points. Those competing:R. R. Baldwin, R. A. Brindley, P. Crowe, C. W. Gough, W. Graham, J. T. Harding, J. R. B. Harding, R. F. Harding, M. G. B. Hepworth, C. D. Hunter, D. G. S. Jesper, M. G. Jesper, R. D. Liddle, P. A. Lockwood, I. S. Magson, N. J. Magson, A. W. Martin, P. W. Middlebrook, P. J. Netherwood, D. N. Potter, E. M. H. Ranson, A. M. Robson, P. M. Shepherd, P. W. Shepherd, K. C. Slee, J. I. Sleight.

R. F. Harding, Secretary, O.P. Golf.

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The OldPeterite

Club Centenary Dinner

The Dinner was held on 12th July 1986 in the School Dining Hall by kind permission of the Head Master. The toast of'The School' was proposed by G. E. King-Reynolds. The Head Master, R. N. Pittman, replied and gave the toast of'The Old Peterite Club' for its centenary year, to'which the retiring president, J. T. Harding, replied. The Club is once again indebted to Mr. T. R. Jackson and the School Catering Staff. Those present:The President (J. T.Harding) The Head Master (R. N. Pittman) The President Elect (J. A. Denison) The Hon. Secretary (R.D.Harding) The Immediate Past President (D. T. Rumfitt) The Bursar (Major P. B.Jelbert) The Head of School (T. Lakin) Abbey, F. T. Abbot, J.P.F. Allen, B. Angel, J. R. Armitage, L. M. Aspinall, D. Atkinson, B. Atkinson, J. D. Atkinson, P. S. Bainbridge,M.W. Baldwin, R. Barras,P.N. Benton, D. K. Biller,Mrs.M. Black, V.M. Bough, R. G. Brierley,J. Briggs,D.S. Brindley, R. A. Brown, J. C. Brown, N. E. R. Brunton,J.

Bunney, M. Burdass,J. V. Burdass, P. Burn,G.R. Burn, S. M. Campbell, A. Campbell, Catherine CarleyJ. Cass, M. A. Chilman,K. G. Clarkson, Karen Clayton, Sarah Crabtree, S. J. Darley, P. M. Davidson, W. P. Dawson, M. Deeley, L. Dench, P. G. R. Dench, S. R. Dennis, F. E. Dodman, P. Dodsworth,G. H. Drury, C Drury, P. Eddell, P. H. B. Fairweather, Brig., C C Frank, C. Frank, J. A. Gee, M. Gildener.G. Gilman, C Graham, G.E.L. Graham, W. Grant, G. Gray, D. G. M. Hall, J. M.

Hamilton, D. H. Harding, D. F. Harding, G.W. Harding, J. T. Harding, R. F. Harnby, F. B. S. Harris, P. L. Harrison, Adele Harrison, P. A. Hepworth,M.G.B. Hewitt,J. Hitchener, A. Houston, A.J. G. Hubbard, R. H. Hughes, D. J. Humble, J. G. Ibberson,W.R. Jesper, D. G. S. Jibson, M. R. Kean.D.T. Kent, M.J. King-Reynolds, G. E. LangstafF, R. Lee, J. Lee, Samantha Leefe, P. A. Leonard, J. S. Letocq, L. C Lister, R. Litten, R. Lockwood, P. A. Longthorpe, S. Magson, I. S. Magson, N.J. Marshall, C C Martin, R. A.

Maxwell, R. McDonald, D. S. Moorey, G. Moorey, V. D. Mutter, Philippa Nelson, L. W. G. Netherwood, P. Newdick, F. N. Oliver, R. W. Parkin, G.D. Parkin, F. N. Patmore, Robbin Pemberton, D. Pemberton, K. R. Pickersgill, R. Potter, D. N. Procter, J. G. Procter, P. Prowde, A. M. Pyle.D.I. Rainford, T. C Ranson, E. M. H. Ratcliff, K. Rayson,J.C Reed, B. B. Reynolds, A. G. Ritchie, F. J. Roberts, A. Robinson, J. Robson,A. M. Roden, Revd. J. R. Rounthwaite, J. Ruddock, G. F. Ryder, S. Schofield,R.N.J. Scott, M. P.

Seaton, J. Sheperd, Sir. P. Sheperd, P. M. Sheperd, D. Sherry, D. Shuttleworth, G. Smith, G.D. Smith, J. SmithJ.C. Steel, B. Steven, P. J. Stevens, R. A. Stewart,J. Sykes, A. Taylor, J. Taylor, Nicola Thompson, C W. Thompson, E. G. Tomlinson, N. Walker, C R. Wallace, S. Ward, Miss J. Ward, T. Warne, M. L. Washington, K. Watson, B.J. Webb.M. Webb, S. Webster, R. H. Wheatley, R. D. Willetts,M.D. Willmot, Alison Wood, P. Wood,R. Woolley,CJ.

Unfortunately some members' names were not given as well as the "two O.P. gentlemen from the U.S.A." (quote ticket application form).

The London Old Peterite Club Dinner - 1985 The London Dinner was held at The Great Western Royal Hotel, Paddington, on Friday 8th November 1985.

Due to the generosity of the Manager, Mr. Michael Mellors, it was possible to hold the price for this year. I cannot guarantee to do this for next year. Our numbers were much the same as in previous years, but on this occasion we were able to welcome our first Lady Old Peterites. We seem to have reached a plateau; however, it is hoped that we shall rise above this for the centenary year dinner. It was our particular pleasure to welcome the Head Master, Mr. Robin Pittman, and the Vice-Chairman of the Governors, Mr. Teddy Denison. It was the Head Master's first O.P. function and he lost no time in making himself known to us and he settled in very quickly. In proposing the Toast to the School the President, Mr. John Harding, welcomed the Head Master and stressed to him the support which the O.P. Club would give to him in the years ahead and he wished him and the School every success. The Head Master responded and spoke most interestingly about his own background and how much he was looking forward to his challenge in these interesting and changeable times within education. After the dinner everyone enjoyed a most informal get-together, swapping reminiscences into the early hours, and no disturbing reports were received. Next year's dinner will be held at the same venue on 7th November 1986. Would anyone not receiving details but who would like to come please contact me on 04427 73123.

K. M. Ratcliff, London Dinner Secretary

The OldPeterite

Club North East Dinner

The Dinner was held at the Hardwick Hall Hotel, Sedgefield, Co. Durham on Friday 25th April, 1986, at which 31 attended. The toast of "The School" was proposed by the President, John Harding, to which the Headmaster, Robin Pittman, replied.

The next Dinner will be held on Friday, 24th April 1987 at the same venue. Please contact D. L. Brown, "Ashcroft", Ashcroft Road, Darlington, Co. Durham DL3 8PD

The OldPeterite

Club East Riding Dinner

The 27th East Riding Dinner was held at the Bell Hotel, Driffield, on Friday, 30th May, 1986. The toast of "The School" was proposed by the Vice Chairman of the Governors, E. A. K. Denison, O.B.E., to which the Head Master replied. He then proposed the toast of "The Old Peterite Club" to which the President, John Harding, replied, referring in particular to the Club's Centenary.

Kenneth Chilman also spoke, after which he received a standing ovation from the record 72 present.

It was an excellent evening and the Club is very grateful to Peter Atkinson, the Dinner Secretary. Next Year's Dinner will be held at the same venue on Friday, 29th May 1987.

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The OldPeterite

Club Newcastle

Dinner

The Dinner was held on the 6th June at The "Stakis Airport Hotel" Newcastle upon Tyne when 17 Old Peterites attended. The Secretary and Master in Charge of the Junior School were present and as a result of the success of the evening it was decided to hold an Annual Dinner in Newcastle, the next in late September 1987.

If any Old Peterites were not invited to this year's Dinner but would be interested in attending in 1987, would they please contact Mr. Richard Pickersgill, 39 Montagu Court, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne. (Tel: Gosforth 2843770).

Reminiscences

(1)

T. S. Pick (Day Boys' House 1908-1912), who celebrates his 90th Birthday this year, has kindly written some memories of St. Peter's of three quarters of a century ago: You ask me about St. Peter's in Canon Owen's day when the educational standards were shoddy! I liked Owen (minority of one) and he taught me how to learn; how and where to look things up and a sort of elementary Pelmanism. He had a most open mind... 'don't believe in miracles: they all have a probably mundane solution.' And he gave actual suggestions for some of them.

I loathed Yeld. He was equally satirical without a chance to answer back. Tendall was an odd person - given subjects to teach which he did not know, but at choir practice was interesting and amusing and on the rugger field thought tactics in slow motion.

'Horicky' Swift I got on with tremendously well. He taught me Maths and I left school at Differential Equation standard which I didn't get back to until 2nd year college.

The School was completely split top and bottom as Classical and Modern. The only time I met the other side was as the single 'mod' in the choir (and naturally the rebel).

The final result was a failed London Matriculation. But one term at the London Tutorial Crammers and I passed with Honours! So I assume the money spent in education was worthwhile to that date. Sadly, however, although two years later and having also passed with Honours Intermediate B.Sc, I had to take the Civil Service exam to get into the R.M.A. Woolwich. I dropped marks for writing and spelling and ended up a Gunner instead of an Engineer.

Of St. Peter's three places remain fixed - the Chapel, the Big Hall and the Science Block (which was then only 5 years old). The Chapel is remembered because the choir stalls were comfortable and deep; the seat was covered with a strip of carpet and we knelt on a well upholstered bar with our back on the edge of the seat, really quite comfortable over Litany. Moreover the bar was an excellent foot rest.

Of the Science Block, this had the first real lecture theatre and our time in there was mainly spent designing gliders and the competition was to get a glider from the back of the theatre onto the demonstration bench while "Stinks" Richards was busy at the blackboard. To give him credit he entirely ignored the litter of paper which spoilt most of the fun. If he had taught us aerodynamics I am sure he would have had 100% attention and we might have had more Medhursts." ("Titch" Medhurst, 1908-1914, had a distinguished R.A.F. career spanning two world wars becoming an Air Chief Marshal)

Reminiscences

(2)

K. G. Chilman writes: I started school at St. Olave's in 1907, which was at that time situated opposite Bootham School and was run by Miss Wilson, assisted by Mr. J. T. Gray and a Miss Wraight. We were visited every Monday (known as Black Monday) by the Head Master of the Senior School, Canon E. C. Owen.

I was a day boy and came in every day by train from Sessay Station, next one to Thirsk, by the 7.40 a.m. train arriving York about 8.30 a.m. and going home by the 5.09. A long day as I had to walk a mile from Dalton Vicarage to the station and a mile at the York end. Pocket money was gained by selling blackberries and mushrooms at Kettlestrings in Blake Street.

In 1912 I became a boarder in School House with my brother, Howard, who is two years my senior. The House was run by Canon Owen and his sister.

In those days the junior dorm was on the third floor up. Below was the long dorm, the incubator and two others along the passage past the junior common room. The J. C. R. had access to the roof through a dormer window which enabled us to explore the tops during the term, when Canon Owen left to be Head of King William's College, Isle of Man, before Mr. Toyne came. During that interregnum we also explored under the Big Hall and adjoining classrooms where Mr. Yeld, Cassy Swift, Mr. Barnby and others taught.

Football was played on the Water Lane ground before the present grounds were laid out and dug out by voluntary aid. St. Olave's played at the far end of Burton Stone Lane called Field View.

As a "Fag" I was furtunate to be chosen to work for C. J. Armstrong the Head of School House and Captain of Cricket. He had the little study overlooking the Quad. A tip of 6d (2V2p) a week was much appreciated.

(K. G. Chilman was in St. Olave's when T. S. Pick was in St. Peter's.)

News of Old

Peterites

Allen, W. M. (D. '73-'78), was married in August 1985, graduated in Urban Estate Surveying, elected a professional associate of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, and works in Chesterfield.

Barry, J. P. (formerly J. B. Prendergast - G. '43-'49) was awarded an Oscar for the music in the film 'Out of Africa'.

Blunt, D. A. C. (Staff'46-'59), was appointed M.B.E. and retired as Lay Chaplain to the Archbishop ofYork.

Boulton, T. B. (R.'40-'43), was President of the Association of Anaesthetists of Great Britain and Ireland 1983-1985.

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Brown, E. G. (R. '43-'48), moved to New Zealand in 1969, where he has worked in the wool industry. Recently he has supervised the planning and construction of a Wool Testing Laboratory at Napier, to be opened in October.

Cramb, M. W. J. (T. '79-'84), was awarded a senior Exhibition at Emmanuel College, Cambridge.

Denison, E. A. K. (T. '41-'46), was appointed O.B.E. in the New Year's Honours List 1986 for political and public services.

Denley-Hill, S. K. (M. '55-'59), is a Fine Art dealer and consultant in Cardiff.

Gardner, R. O. B. (Q. '79-'84), was awarded a Senior Exhibition at Emmanuel College, Cambridge.

Gorman, S. R. (R. '78-'83), was awarded a Senior Scholarship at Emmanuel College, Cambridge.

Grayson, J. M. (D. '61-'66), has been General Manager of the Theatre Royal, Newcastle, for the last nine years, and plans to marry next spring.

Greaves, J. R. A. (T. '72-'77), has been working as an aerodynamics engineer on a new M.G. sports car for B.L. Green, D. G. (Q. '69-'74), has completed the Institute of Bankers Financial Studies Diploma and has been appointed Office Manager at Barclays Bank, Pontefract.

Greger-Murray, K. H. (M. '60-'66), is currently working as a captain with British Airways on BAC 1-1 Is based at Birmingham.

Halstead, A. R. J. (T. '70-'75), was elected to the R.I.B.A., and married an Australian girl in September 1985.

Harnby, N. F. (M. '77-'82), graduated from Bristol University and has entered the R.M. A., Sandhurst.

Harrison, N. B. (M. '43-'48), was appointed Deputy Director of Land and Buildings, and Chief Architect to Warwickshire C. C. in 1985.

Harrison, R. L. (Q. '63-'67), is working as Project Manager in a Brazilian company, which produces hydraulic equipment.

Hirst, Rachel (Q. '81-'83), was recently pictured in the Daily Telegraph winning easily the women's sculls in the National Rowing Championships at Nottingham 1986.

Howat, J. N. T. (S.H. '48-'54), was awarded a silver gilt medal and the Frances Webb Memorial Trophy at the 1985 British Philatelic Exhibition in London for his book 'South American Packets'.

Hunter, I. T. (T. '56-'61), Director of Music and Housemaster at Colet Court School, offers the services of the School Choir in the Home Counties to any O.P.s interested.

Jose, C. W. (R. '51-'57), writes from Qatar where he is working until the end of 1986 as Finance Manager of the Offshore Operations of the State Petroleum Company.

McCallum, A. (M. '54-'59), lives in New York, where he is joint Managing Director of a subsidiary of the Moorgate Group.

Mavor, R. I. D. (Q. '80-'85), has been commissioned as a pilot in the R.A.F. Nicholson, Sara (S.H. '81-'83), has graduated in Business Studies from Bradford University and is now a graduate trainee with Vauxhall Motors.

Nixon, M. W. A. (G. '80-'83), goes up to Christ Church, Oxford in September 1986 to read Classics.

Pearson, J. S. D. (T. '67-'72), graduated L.L.B. by part time study.

Rayner, D. (G. '53-'59), has been appointed General Manager, B.R. Eastern Region, in York.

Reynolds, A. G. (M. '38-'44), was appointed Vice-President of the Liverpool Cotton Association.

Roden, J. M. (Staff'77-'83), is now a Diocesan Youth Officer with responsibility for the York Archdeaconry.

Rumfitt, D. T. (T. '34-'39), graduated B.A. from the Open University, spent February in India on a study tour, and is now reading for an external London University Degree in Law. Sargeant, K. J. (S.H. '64-'69), is now P.E. master at Glebe House School, Hunstanton, plays squash rather than rugby, and has two children, Joanna, age 3, and Alistair born on the 2nd May 1986.

Sargeant, B. (S.H. '65-'68), an Inspector for Norwich Union, enjoys gliding as a hobby.

Sargeant, K. (S.H. '68-'70), is working in West Africa for an oil company, and has two children, Alex, age 6, and Elizabeth, age 4.

Stabler, D. (G. '45-'54), travels frequently to the Far East, seeking investment from overseas in the Milton Keynes Development Corporation.

Taylor-Thompson, J. D. (T. '39-'45), has been appointed a Companion of the Order of the Bath.

Toulmin, W. (S.H. '29-'34), tells us that his son, Nick, rowed for Canada in the 1984 Olympics.

Wall, M. P. L. (S.H. '31-'35), has retired from the living ofWick, diocese of Bristol.

Wass, D. R. (G. '77-'81), graduated from Manchester University in Mechanical Engineering and works at I.C.I. Wombell, C. D. (T. '79-'84), is now serving in Hong Kong with a Gurkha Regiment.

Young, D. G. M. (G. '55-'59), is now a partner with Nicholas, Young and Gallon, Chartered Accountants in Newcastle.

Births Grice, D. W., on 1st May 1986 to David and his wife a son, James Robert.

Kirby, R. J., on 12th February 1986 to Richard and Sarah a daughter, Leigh-Ann Helen.

Pearson, J. S. D., on 18th December 1984 to John and Pauline a daughter, Jennifer Hilary Mary.

Rounthwaite, J. C , on 27th February 1986 to Jonathan and Janet a son, George Edward.

Brindley, N. A. J., on 14th January 1986 to Nigel and Sally a daughter, Emma Louise.

Coverdale, S. P., on 14th February 1986 to Stephen and Jane a second son, Duncan Philip.

Craven, J. A. G., on 7th July 1986 to John and Rosalind a son, Philip William Arthur.

Dench, S. R., on 9th August 1986, to Simon and Jean a son, George Michael.

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Engagements

Marriages

Gibson, C. J. (M. 78-'83), to Rebecca Jaeger (D.'81-'83).

Shuttleworth, N. D. (R. '74-'79), to Wendy Dalby (D. 77-79).

Boorman, Amanda to Mr. M. Taylor on 16th May, 1986.

Graham, N. R. E. to Miss Linda Erridge on 14th February, 1984.

Heavens, I. P. to Miss Eileen McCormack on 5th July, 1986.

Knowlson, C. W. to Miss Muriel Wilkinson on 18th August, 1985.

Diamond

Wedding

Anniversary

Harland, the Rt. Revd. Dr. and Mrs. M. H., on 6th June, 1983.

Deaths Hall, M. S. on 31st January, 1986.

Lord, J. on 4th October, 1985.

Musgrove, G. on 20th January, 1986.

Ratter, J. in January, 1986.

Burnett, N. R. on 1st July, 1985 aged 79.

Crawshaw, H. G. on 15thNovember, 1985.

Fawcett, P. P. Noble on 8th August, 1985.

Fox, M. R. on 14th September, 1985.

Obituaries J. N. Gaastra Everyone who knew JG was very saddened and shocked to learn of his death on Tuesday 12th November, 1985. We hoped that our prayers gave some support to Joan and Corine and Annabel.

John had so much that he still wanted to do, so many pictures that he planned to paint. He had been Director ofArt at St. Peter's School for 30 years, and in that time many pupils became staunch friends. As well as being a fine teacher, he also earned over the years an international reputation as an artist.

A great love of the countryside and especially of flowers and shrubs provided John's inspiration for much of his art. His book illustrations for the Medici Society, and more recently his tapestries commissioned by the Department of the Environment, give enormous pleasure to countless people. His woven altar frontal in the Chapel is one example which will be seen by generations of Olavites and Peterites in the future.

Those of us who worked close to John Gaastra for a long time now look back and acknowledge with thanks that we knew him, a man of great humour and great humility.

J.C.B.

John Cuthbert

Houghton

On 9th July, 1985 suddenly in hospital, Canon John Cuthbert Houghton, M. A., Cantab., aged 65. Ordained priest June, 1944. He was curate at St. Saviour's, St. Albans and St. Peter and All Saints, Plymouth before spending three years in Northern Rhodesia with the University Mission to Central Africa. On his return to the U.K. he was Vicar of St. Hilda and St. Saviour, Leeds for nineteen years and Rector of Malton with Aughton for eleven years and from where he had just retired. He was in Clifton Rise 1934-36. He served as a member of The Old Peterite Club Committee for several years.

G.E.S.

Old Peterite Club Members Joining 12thJuly

1986

Brewster, J., 97 Greenfield Drive, Eaglescliffe, Stockton-on-Tees, Cleveland.

Brierley, P. J. E., The Old Hall, Langthorpe, Boroughbridge, YorkY05 9BZ. Brotherton, P. J., Pear Tree Cottage, Bonby Lane, Skipwith, YorkY08 7SW. Brown, A. D., The Cottage, Askham Bryan, York.

Brownbridge, P. M., 15 Station Lane, Cloughton, Scarborough YO13 0AD. Calderhead, D. A., 24 Bootham Crescent, Bootham, York Y03 7AH. Campbell, Anna L., 22 Cathedral Court, King Harry Lane, St. Albans, Herts AL3 4AF. Campbell, Catherine R., Police Station House, Easingwold, North Yorkshire Y06 3JX. Carr, S. G., 117 Front Street, Haxby, York Y03 8JH. Cockerill, S. R. M., Dawney House, Flaxton, York Y06 7RP. Cook, C. S., The Vicarage, Holme-on-Spalding-Moor, York.

Cooke, J. A., "Woodlands", Rufforth, York.

Coughlin, M. A., 123/125 The Mount, York Y02 2DA. Cowling, M. B., 27 Oak Tree Lane, Haxby, York.

Croft, J. D. L., 19 North Parade, Bootham, York Y03 7AB. Davidson, W. P., 13 St. Peter's Grove, Clifton, York Y03 6AQ. Edgecombe, J. G. C , Deighton Grove House, Crockey Hill, York YOl 4SN.

Adcock, C. H., The Grange, Ingoldsby, Grantham, Lines.

Aggarwal, P., 16 First Avenue, Hendon, London NW4 2RJ. Ajose-Adeogun, A., 43 Meadowbank, Primrose Hill, London NW3 3AT. Andrews, N. J., "Therncroft", Malt Kiln Lane, Appleton Roebuck, York Y05 7DT. Ashton, Elizabeth A., Glebe Cottage, Escrick, York Y04 6LN. Atkinson, Vanessa J., Quarry Garth, Broughton, Malton, North Yorkshire YO17 0QG. Banks, A. D., 17 Ingleton Drive, Easingwold, York YO16 3JQ. Bellingharn, M. P., "Wainstones", Wading Street, Little Brickhill, Milton Keynes MK17 9PB. Bennett, Emma K., 1 The Green, Kirklevington, Yarm, Cleveland TS15 9NW. Benton, Louisa H., 127 Greenshaw Drive, Wigginton, York Y03 8DG. Birch, D. J., Holly House, Deighton, York Y04 6HF. Bond, C. H., Chapel View, Main Street, Alne, York.

Bosomworth, C. R., Mardeby Hall Felixkirk, Thirsk, North Yorkshire Y07 2DR. Bowler, A. M., Castlefield House, Hibaldstow, Brigg, South Humberside DN20 9DU. Branston, S. J., 20 Foresters Way, Bridlington.

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Prudhoe, R. N., Warren House Farm, Nun Monkton, York Y05 8EW. Pyle, D. I., 11 Abbot Road, Guildford, Surrey GUI 3TA. Reed, B. B., "Pinewood", Hall Park Road, Walton, Wetherby, West Yorkshire LD5 7DQ. Rhodes, S. J., Manor Fields, Ledsham, South Milford, Leeds LS25 5LP. Rigby, Victoria H., "Rigsplatz", St. Giles Road, Skelton, York Y03 6XR. Ritchie, F. J., Penny Flatts Farm, Stillington, York Y06 1LX. Robson, R. J. S., "Dunelm", Black Dyke Lane, Upper Poppleton, York Y02 6PT. Sampson, R. J., Bolton House, Bolton, Wilberfoss, York Y04 5QX. Steane, J. R., 261 Beckfield Lane, Acomb, York Y02 5PG. Steel, B. J. 28 Golf Links Crescent, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire LS23 9HG. Stephenson, Nicola E., The Great Barn, Howsham, York Y06 7PJ. Strike, Susan J. E., "Southlands", 48a Hartburn Village, Stockton-on-Tees, Cleveland TS18 5DS. Taylor, M. A., 57 Briarwood Road, Stoneleigh, Ewell, Epsom, Surrey KT17 2LX. Torlesse, M. E., "Treverbyn", High Street, Stillington, York Y06 1LG. Turl, Mandy, The Granary, Stearsby Hall, Stearsby, Brandsby, York.

Ward, Jennifer, M., 6 Pinehurst Avenue, Braddan, Douglas, Isle of Man. Welburn, T. D., Millers Gate, Congleton Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire SK9 7AD. White, D. M. D., 5 South Parade, Blossom Street, York Y02 2BA. Whittaker, M. V. G., "Brackenburn", Ingleby Greenhow, Gt. Ayton, Middlesbrough, Cleveland TS9 6LL. Winfield,M. W. 10 Main Street, Copmanthorpe, York Y02 3SU. Winrow, G. C , 61 Andrewgate, Aldwark, York YOl 2BR. Young, H. R., 19 Kingston Road, Bridlington, East Yorkshire Y015 3NF.

Forman, S., "The Pines", 13 Princes Road, Strensall, York.

Grewer, P. L., 129 Main Street, Askham Bryan, York Y02 3QS. Hambly, Lorna E., 10 Richmond Road, Stockton, Cleveland TS184DS. Hamilton, Katy R., Wath Hall, Low Maishes, Malton, North Yorkshire YO17 0RJ. Harris, L., 29 Hanbury Close, Balby, Doncaster, South Yorkshire DN4 9AN. Harryman, D. J. F., 20 Hobgate, Acomb, York Y02 4HF. Hemsley, C. R., "Springfields", 30 Frensham Vale, Farnham, Surrey.

Heslop, Catherine M., 52 Bootham, York Y03 7BZ. Hide, W. T., Low Farm, Huttons Ambo, York Y06 7JB. Hopkinson, Sarah J. M., The Brow, York Road, Malton, North Yorkshire.

Illingworth, S. M., Askham Fields Farm, Askham Richard, York Y02 3PY. Jackson, P., 4 St. Vincent Close, Sutton-upon-Derwent, York Y04 5BW. Jones, S. J. M., Burton House, West Ayton, Scarborough, North Yorkshire YO13 9J, Julius, J. A., Bonfield Cottage, Meeting Lane, Littlington, Herts.

Kay, S. D., 81 Barringham Drive, Oakville, Ontario, Canada L6J4B3.

King, J. A., Dow Farm, Willerby Low Road, Willerby, Hull, North Humberside.

Knox, R. O'B., Chapel House, Moor Monkton, York Y05 8JA. Lakin, T., "Hethersett", Middleton Road, Pickering, North Yorkshire YO 18 8AL. Lee, J. S., "Santander", Hillcrest, Collingham, Wetherby, North Yorkshire LS22 5DN. LeungG. M.C., Flat 16, 5/F Sloane Avenue Mansion, Sloane Avenue, London SW3.

Lockwood, Fiona D., 30 Otterwood Lane, Foxwood Hill, Acomb, YorkY02 3JR. Marshall, J. R., 5 Hall Park, Heslington, York YOl 5DT. Massey, C. Q., 8 Greenside, Dunnington, York YOl 5NJ. Mutter, Philippa C , School Cottage, Main Street, Sutton-onForest,YorkY06 1DP. Nellis, P. B., 4 Crooklands Lane, Haxby, York Y03 8LD. Netherwood, SallyJ., 3 Holly Tree Lane, Haxby, York Y03 8YJ. Peace, C. N., Ebor House, Dutton Road, Wigginton, York Y03 8RB. Peel, J. J., 116 Moor Lane, Dringhouses, York Y02 2QY. Peel, R. K., 116 Moor Lane, Dringhouses, York Y02 2QY. Potter, Katherine J., "Little Rushwood", Sutton Howgrave, Bedale, North Yorkshire DL8 2NS.

OldPeterite Club Members Joining 1985 Baldwin, R. M., 31 A caster Lane, Bishopthorpe, York Y02 ISA. Chamieh, R. P., 50d Cornwall Gardens, London SW7 4BG. Craine, G. D., 8 Kissack Road, Castletown, Isle of Man. Dennis, F. E., 60b York Road, Acomb, York Y02 5LW. Strike, R. J. A., "Southlands", 48a Hartburn Village, Stockton-onTees, Cleveland TS18 5DS.

Old Peterite Club Changes of Address 1985/1986 Alexander, U. A., 12 Main Street, Pannal, Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG3 1JZ. Ambler, J., 1 Quarryside, Upgate, Louth, Lines LN11 9ER. Anderson, T. D. F., 11 Eustace Road, London SW6 1JB. Bannister, J., 21 Buckstone Bank, Edinburgh EH10 6PW. Bidgood, M. S., 48 Smithy Lane, Wrexham, Clwyd LL12 8AR. Black, M. P., 3 Springfield Road, Guildford, Surrey GUI 4DW. Boyd, J. M., 5-7 High Riley Cottages, Sandy Lane, Accrington, Lanes BB5 2DH. Brindley, N. A. J., "Rose Croft", 39 Waxwell Lane, Pinner, Middlesex HA5 3EJ. Brown, E. G., 21 Leeds Place, Greenswood, Napier, New Zealand.

Burn, P. H. C , "The Sycamores", Albaston, Gunnislake, Cornwall.

Charman, Miss J. A., 9 The Avenue, Stokesley, Middlesbrough, Cleveland TS9 5ET. Claydon, J. B., 1102, 1995 Beach Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia V6G 2Y3.

Clegg, M. A., 21 Trevose Gardens, Sherwood, Nottingham NG5 3FU. Coverdale, R., 28a The Horseshoe, Dringhouses, York Y02 2LX. Cowan, R. S., 3 Upperby Court, Carlisle CA2 8JW. Dench, S. R., 39 Abbey Street, Clifton, York Y03 6BG. Denley-Hill, S. K., 1 Manor Way, Whitchurch, Cardiff CF4 IRA. Desai, J., "Highwood House", Broughton Crossroads, Scawby, Brigg DN20 9LZ. Dimelow, M. J. W., 1 St. Andrew Mews, St. Andrew Street, Hertford SG14 1HG. Eastwood, B. J., Brig., O.B.E., 5 Avon Road, Barnton, Edinburgh EH4 6LA. Edbrooke, D. L. Dr., "High Noon", Hollingberry Lane, Howbrook, Sheffield S30 7EL. Fear, M. W., 1 Meadow View, Riber, Nr. Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 5JU. Fenwick, S. c/o Lloyds Bank PLC, 118 High Street, Northallerton, North Yorkshire DL7 8PW. 74

Nicholson Miss, S. E., 91 Swaledale Avenue, Darlington, Co. Durham DL3 9AR. Norwood, D. P., Latham Cottage, Tanners Lane, Repton, Derbyshire.

Penty, J. R., The Old Granary, Long Marston, York.

Plews, G. 24/1 Waruda Street, Kirribilli, Sydney NSW 2061, Australia.

Plimmer Miss, J. A., 10 Claremont Avenue, Reynoldson Street, Hull, North Humberside HU5 3BT. Rayner, D. E., The Old Stables, Bilbrough, York.

Roberts, A. W., 16 Applefield, The Pippins, Moss Farm, Northwich, Cheshire CW8 5TE. Roberts R. N., "Hill View", Grants Lane, Wedmore, Somerset BS28 4EA. Rounthwaite, J. C , Rutland House, 50 Low Moorgate, Rillington, Mai ton, North Yorkshire YOl 7 8JW. Sargeant, K. J., Glebe House School, Hunstanton, Norfolk.

Stafford, P., 9 Moor Lane, Carnaby, Bridlington Y016 4UT. Stead, R. L., 31 Bouverie Avenue, Salisbury SP2 8DU. Steel Miss, K. T., "Haughmond", 28 Golf Links Crescent, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire.

Stevens, R. A., 10 Balloch Holdings, Eastfield, Cumbernauld G68 9AT. Stewart, J. M., 26 East Mount Road, York Y02 2BD. Sun, D. L. W., 21 Harvester Close, Greenleys, Milton Keynes MK12 6LE. Taylor, J. R. C , Pear Tree Cottage, Linderby, Nr. Thirsk Y07 4JD. Thompson, C. W., Moorfield Farm, Fulwood Lane, Ringinglow, Sheffield S10 4QN. Tindall, P. M., 55 Garnet Lane, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire LS24 9LD. Toulmin, W., P.O. Box 369, 116 Carlin Avenue, Ganges BC, Canada V05 1EO. Venables, R. D., 203 Beech Road, St. Albans, Herts AL3 5AJ. Wall, M. P. L., Rev., 9 Woburn Close, Trowbridge, Wilts BA14 9TJ. Wass, D. R., 2 Nursery Road, Nether Poppleton, York Y02 6NN. Watson, C. J. 7 Westville Avenue, Ilkley, West Yorkshire LS29 9AH. Wheatley, R. D., "Woodridings", Flat 1, 13 Wilbury Avenue, Hove, Sussex.

White, E., "Caburn", 16 Deepdene Drive, Dorking, Surrey RH5 4AH. Wilks, R., Tobias Cottage, Main Street, Sutton-on-Forest, York.

Williams, J. C. W„ 128 Rusthall Avenue, London W4 IBS. Williamson Miss, S. L. H., Dalby Old Rectory, Terrington, York Y06 4PF. Wombell, C. D., 10th Princess Mary's Own Gurkha Rifles, Burma Lines, B.F.P.O.I., Hong Kong.

Wood, R., 7 Queen's Street, Stamford, Lines. PE9 1.QS. Wright, A. J., 91 Walton Way, Shaw, Newbury, Berkshire RG13 2LL. Young, D. G. M., 17 The Beeches, Eastfield Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE12 8BG

Ferrar, A. N. Dr., Heaton Lodge, 354 Chorley New Road, Bolton, Lanes BL1 5AD. Fletcher, D. I., 4 Heslington Court, School Lane, Heslington, York YOl 5EX. French, D. B. H., 28 Street Lane, Leeds LS8 1BW. Fulbrook, E., Milton Farm, Westcott, Dorking, Surrey RH4 3PZ. Gartside, J. E, 9 Burr Tree Garth, Colton, Leeds LS15 9FE. Gatiss, H. C , 214 Croxted Road, London SE24 9DG. Gibson, C. J., 27 Wheatfield Lane, Haxby, York.

Gibson, P. A. J., Major, 13th/18th Royal Hussars (QMO) B.F.P.0.15.

Greger-Murray, K. H., "Whisperwood", Sherbourne Court, Vicarage Road, Sherbourne, Warwick CV35 8AB. Hanson, J. A., "Long Ridge", Chestnut Walk, Oaklands, Welwyn, Herts AL6 OSB. Harland, M., Rt. Rev., "Heathfield", West Wittering, Chichester PO20 80A. Hearn, S. T. A., 66 Kingston Road, New Maiden, Surrey KT3 3LZ. Hepworth, M. G. B., 7 Dewsbury Terrace, York.

Hodgson, G. Flat 9, 2 Challoner Crescent, West Kensington, London W14 9LE. Holgate, E. M., c/o 42 Scalby Mills Road, Scarborough, North Yorkshire.

Huntley, W. G., 12 Barras Drive, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear.

Jefferson, L. W., Anchor House, Sweffling, Saxmundham, Suffolk IP 17 2BU. Kaiser, R. A., 6 Maidford Grove, Anchorage Park, Portsmouth.

Kirby, R. J., 18 Queen Street, York Y02 2AD. Little, H. E. D., 12 Beverley Rise, Ilkley, West Yorkshire LS29 9DB. Ludley, J. D., Flat 6, 54 Compayne Gardens, London NW6 3RY. McMaster, W. A. D., 25 St. Peter's Close, College Gardens, Tooting, London SW17 7UH. Marks, A. R., "Tivoli", Langbar Road, Ilkley, West Yorkshire LS29 OEE. Martin, R. A., Hazelbrook House, IB Old Village, Huntington, York Y03 9RA. Mitchell, J., 37b Redcliffe Gardens, London SW10 9JH. Moat, P. H., 23 Scarcroft Road, York Y02 1NE. Moffatt, K. A., 1 Larchmont Close, Elloughton, Brough, North Humberside HU15 1AW. Moore, C. R., 15 Ingleby Drive, Tadcaster, North Yorkshire.

Morris P. A., 100 The Village, Stockton on Forest, York Y03 9UW. Nichols, A. J., Eastfield Farm, Cottam, Driffield, North Humberside.

Nichols, A. T., Eastfield Farm, Cottam, Driffield, North Humberside.

Nichols, P. J., Eastfield Farm, Cottam, Driffield, North Humberside.

Nicholson, K. G., Jacquin Cottage, Little London, Albury Heath, Nr. Guildford GU5 9DB.

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H. M. S T E P H E N S O N HEADMASTER 1886 The Editor is grateful to all contributors, to Daniel Conaghan, James Kinnell, Laurent Kssis, Martin Parkes, William Terry and Paul Wareham for help in preparation, and again to Mr J. C. Brown, in particular, for assistance with the design of this issue.

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