Stortfordian Community

📸 A remarkable attic discovery after 50 years brought back vivid memories of a 1966 Prep School French trip for OS Ian Braybrook (GH,HH, 65-71)🇫🇷

Read Ian’s reflections and see his fantastic photographs here:
https://stortfordiancommunity.org/news/os-news/332/332-A-Glimpse-Into-the-Past-Prep-School-Trip-to-France-in-1966-Rediscovered

48 years. Countless students. One remarkable legacy. 🏑

For Charlie Bannister, success was never just about winning matches, it was about inspiring a lifelong passion for hockey.

Read Charlie’s College career reflections: https://stortfordiancommunity.org/news/school-news/330/330-Charlie-Bannister-College-Career-Reflections

💚 Leaving with a Heart Fuller Than When He Began: Adrian Hathaway Retires After 39 Years

Read Adrian’s College career reflections from swimming successes, charity challenges, Grimwade dedication and the memorable relationships made along the way.

Thanking Adrian for his dedicated service to the College and wishing him the most wonderful retirement

https://stortfordiancommunity.org/news/school-news/329/329-Adrian-Hathaway-College-Career-Reflections

🎨🏡 Richard Honey – This Is Your Bishop’s Stortford College Life

After 32 years of inspiring creativity, shaping young lives and leading the unique community of Robert Pearce House, Richard Honey is preparing for his next chapter.

From helping create the Walter Strachan Art Centre to guiding generations of students in the Art Department and RPH, Richard’s legacy is one of relationships, opportunity, self-belief and community.

Read the full story of a much-loved teacher, Housemaster, mentor and colleague via the news link: https://stortfordiancommunity.org/news/school-news/328/328-Richard-Honey-College-Career-Reflections

🏉 Old Stortfordian Rugby Players – We Need You! 🏉

Can you picture yourself lacing up your boots and taking to the hallowed turf at the Doggart this September?

We’re still looking for more players to complete our mixed-age OS Rugby squads for our special match day on 6 September. Whether you left the game last season or last decade, we’d love to have you back in OS colours!

✅ Mixed-age teams
✅ Great day of rugby and reunions
✅ All abilities welcome
✅ Doggart memories guaranteed

Ready to pull on the shirt again?

Sign up here: https://stortfordiancommunity.org/surveys/os-rugby-team-26-6sept by 26 July and join your fellow OS on the pitch.🏉

🏉 OS Rugby: Final Call for Player Sign‑Ups! 🏉

The OS Rugby Match is getting a fresh upgrade — and we want you on the pitch.

Following player feedback, this year’s fixture will feature two mixed‑age OS teams, selected by Bash and College sports colleagues to create balanced squads, better rugby, and an even more enjoyable day for everyone involved.

What’s new:

• More balanced teams
• Bigger player pool
• Better rugby
• Same fantastic OS spirit

Register by 17 July so we can order your match kit — yours to keep 👕
It’s shaping up to be a brilliant day of rugby, camaraderie and competition.

Sign up today 💙💛

https://stortfordiancommunity.org/surveys/os-rugby-team-26-6sept

📸 Class of 2026 – Your Graduation Photos Have Arrived! 🎓

The wait is over! Our stunning graduation photographs are now waiting in your inbox, ready to download and treasure for years to come.

From proud smiles to unforgettable moments with friends, these images capture a very special milestone in your journey. Be sure to check your email (and your junk folder, just in case!) for your download link.

Congratulations once again, Class of 2026 – we can’t wait to see your favourite photos shared and celebrated. ✨

📖 The 2026 Old Stortfordian Magazine is here!

This year’s theme, Community, celebrates the people, connections and shared experiences that unite our global Stortfordian network. From inspiring alumni stories and community reflections to sporting successes, milestones and opportunities to reconnect, this issue showcases the enduring impact of Bishop’s Stortford College’s values ofBelonging, Scholarship and Character.

Available now in hard copy and digital format – sent out according to consent preferences and landing on doormats and in inboxes this week.

Huge thanks to all our wonderful contributors who have made this issue so memorable!

If this issue inspires you to share your own Stortfordian story, we would love to hear from you.

🔗 Read the digital edition
https://stortfordiancommunity.org/news