08/06/2026
Alumni and Parent Drinks Event at the National Liberal Club
Thanks to the continued generosity of our alumni, we are fortunate each year to host a special gathering at one of London’s distinguished private members’ clubs.
This year, we were delighted to hold our annual club event at the National Liberal Club, thanks to the kind support of David and Michael Hodson. Set within an iconic building at the heart of Whitehall, the evening welcomed over 100 alumni, parents, teachers and guests, who arrived via the Club’s grand marble staircase to the first-floor reception rooms.
Founded in 1882 by Prime Minister William Ewart Gladstone, the National Liberal Club has long served as a political and social hub. Its magnificent Alfred Waterhouse-designed clubhouse has stood at 1 Whitehall Place since 1887, providing an elegant and historic setting for our gathering.
The event brought together a wonderfully diverse group from across the Trinity community, with alumni spanning the classes of 1963 through to 2025, alongside parents and both current and former members of staff. Guests gathered in the David Lloyd George Room, where familiar faces and new connections alike were quickly united in a warm and convivial atmosphere. Although the unseasonably poor weather prevented us from making use of the Terrace as planned, the room itself was soon filled with laughter, conversation, and the gentle backdrop of soft jazz music.
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As always, one of the highlights of the evening was seeing alumni reconnect - many meeting again for the first time in years, or even decades. Conversations flowed easily as stories were exchanged and guests shared updates on their careers and life journeys since leaving Trinity. The presence of former teachers Dr Malcolm Dodd, Fraser MacDonald, David Lawson, Vic Tokarski and Ana Abad; current teachers David Price, David Lydon, Andrew Magee, Ian Marsh and Anthony Muirhead; and former Headmaster Mark Bishop proved, as ever, a particular highlight, with alumni delighted to catch up with those who had played such an important role in their school years.
The Headmaster, Al Kennedy addressed guests during the evening, reflecting on a number of important developments within the school. These included Jason Court’s forthcoming retirement as Director of Development, plans for the school’s transition to full co-education, student-led T60 fundraising initiatives, as well as updates on the music department’s associated challenges and a three-person staff team walking the entire tram route from Beckenham to Wimbledon.
While the occasion marked Jason’s final alumni event in his role, he was unfortunately unable to attend due to illness, rather like missing one’s own birthday celebration. He was greatly missed by all present and we look forward to welcoming him back at his milestone reunion event for his Class of 1986 on Saturday 4 July.
Our host, David Hodson, delivered an engaging and entertaining speech on the history of the National Liberal Club, much to the enjoyment of guests. His lively and informative presentation added an extra layer of depth to an already memorable evening.
The event formally concluded at 9.30pm, though many guests chose to continue their evening within the Club, retiring to the Smoking Room for drinks. With its quiet grandeur, tall windows and views over the Thames, it provided an elegant setting in which to round off the night.
We extend our sincere thanks to Michael, David, and his wife Bunty Matthias for hosting such a wonderful event in a truly historic venue. Their generosity is greatly appreciated, and we are grateful for their continued support of our alumni community.
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