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We are looking for OBs and parents who would like to come along as career representatives to chat informally to current students about their career experiences and answer questions about their industry. In previous years we have been delighted with the range of careers represented, and feedback from the boys is always fantastic. A reception […]

This is a lively 12 player foursomes event played over 36 holes, interrupted by an excellent lunch and followed by tea and homemade cakes.  The fixture has been played since the early 1980's - before golf was recognised as a major sport at the School. Meeting at 8.30am for coffee, we will tee off for […]

UNFORTUNATELY, IN RESPONSE TO THE GOVERNMENT'S GUIDANCE ON THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. In light of current health advice and concerns, we have taken the difficult decision to postpone this year’s OB sports weekend, which was due to take place on the 21st/22nd March.  While this is a disappointing outcome, our primary concern […]

UNFORTUNATELY, IN RESPONSE TO THE GOVERNMENT'S GUIDANCE ON THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. This annual fixture is always great fun and a good lead up to the Boat Club's Annual Dinner and Awards Evening, which takes place in the Great Hall later in the day. Open to all OBs, generally two crews are […]

UNFORTUNATELY, IN RESPONSE TO THE GOVERNMENT'S GUIDANCE ON THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. The Friends of Bedford School Boat Club will be celebrating another fantastic year of rowing at the Boat Club Annual Dinner and Awards Evening in the Great Hall on Saturday 21st March.  It is always a wonderful occasion and OBs, parents, […]

UNFORTUNATELY, IN RESPONSE TO THE GOVERNMENT'S GUIDANCE ON THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL LATER IN THE YEAR. OBs are warmly invited to attend this service commemorating the 41st anniversary of the Great Fire, and which coincides with OB Sports Weekend. Former members of the Chapel Choir are invited to sing with its […]

With the arrival of Spring just around the corner, we would be delighted if you could join us on Tuesday 24th March for the Bedford School and Bedford School Foundation Golf Day, which will take place on the iconic Duke’s Course at Woburn Golf Club.   The aim of this informal event it to enjoy some […]

The Halford Hewitt has been described by the golf writer Nick Tremayne as 'the greatest of all truly amateur tournaments'. It has a rich history, frequently pits average golfers against famous internationals, and produces moments of golfing pressure simply not experienced by amateur players elsewhere. The OB Golf Society thoroughly enjoyed their experience at this […]

UNFORTUNATELY, IN RESPONSE TO THE GOVERNMENT'S GUIDANCE ON THE CORONAVIRUS, ALONG WITH THE CLOSURE OF THE TURKISH BORDER, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED After a very successful trip to Agincourt and Waterloo in April this year, we are planning a trip to Gallipoli from Wednesday 15 April to Sunday 19 April 2020. Over 20 Old […]

UNFORTUNATELY, IN RESPONSE TO THE GOVERNMENT'S GUIDANCE ON THE CORONAVIRUS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. Join us in Bedford School's Great Hall on Friday 17th April 2020 for an evening with Sir Alastair Cook and Dylan Hartley, hosted by BBC's James Burridge. Spend the evening with two of Englands' greatest sporting captains as they discuss […]

Due to the current COVID-19 situation, we will be holding this year's OB Club AGM virtually via Microsoft Teams.  The official paperwork for this year's AGM can be found on our website.  If you would like to take part in the online AGM, please email us at obclub@bedfordschool.org.uk by Tuesday 30th June.

Join our DVP for Bedfordshire, Dr Jason Reddy (79-84), for a drink in the Bedford Blues Beer Garden on Friday 11th September. The Garden, located at Bedford Blues Rugby Club on Goldington Road, is open from 5.00pm.  Along with beer, you will be able to purchase food and listen to some live music (performer to […]

Peter Webb (54-59) has degrees from Cambridge and London Universities and a Doctorate from the University of East Anglia. After a lectureship at Coventry College of Art, he started teaching the first degree course in England on the subject of The Erotic Arts at Hornsey College of Art in London in 1970 and lectured extensively […]

As you may be aware, one of the highlights of the autumn term is our Commemoration of Founders and Benefactors, which is normally held in early October.  At this event, the School recognises its Founders and all Benefactors over the years. In light of government regulations and guidelines that have been introduced to combat the […]

Local historian and tour guide, David Fowler (47-46), takes us on a virtual trip around Bedford, looking at many aspects of the town's rich and varied history including some interesting lesser known facts. Here's one to get you thinking. What is the Bedford connection with the photo below? Not the obvious one you might think of! David […]

Join us for a Service of Remembrance to commemorate all those who have given their lives for their country in a special online service. The school Chaplain will lead a packed programme of prayers, sermons, hymns, laying of wreaths, and a two-minute silence, which will be shown as part of a short, poignant film to […]

Former Burnaby Housemaster, Tim Machin (staff 70-05), has recently written a book on Colonel Frederick Burnaby, A Great Victorian Eccentric. An OB who lived from 1842-85, little is known about him today. However, he was a larger than life character who packed a huge amount into his 42 years, so much so that during the […]

We will be running two virtual Careers Skills Talks with practical skills to help you in your job search. With hints and tips on how to write the perfect CV,  intelligent networking, completing effective job applications and interview techniques to help you land the perfect job. Each talk will be led by key speakers who […]

Unfortunately, we have had to cancel this year’s annual OB Club Dinner, the first time since 1947!  That year, an application was made to the Ministry of Food to hold the dinner, and as no reply was received, they had no alternative but to cancel all arrangements.  However, we will be holding a brief ‘virtual’ […]

Each talk will be led by key speakers who will share their career journeys and give practical advice to help you in your job search. 26th November - Focus on Networking (register by 24th November) Nigel Aylwin-Foster (64-74) Oliver English (07-12) 1st December - Focus on Working With Recruiters,  CVs, Job Applications and Interview Techniques […]

Jonno Davies (01-10) will be taking a remote Drama Society lecture on Monday 7th December at 5.30pm which members of the OB community are invited to. Jonno, who is probably best known for his role as Tobias in the Amazon Prime series ‘Hunters’, will be talking about his acting career and his approach to film […]

This event has been postponed until early 2021 Join us for a workshop with Past Parent, Mike Linsell, who will talk about how important it is to adapt your communication style in interviews, in the workplace and in life.  He will discuss how you can identify your personal style, for communication, decision making etc., and […]

A Tutored Tasting with Christopher Burr (58-69), MW. Become your very own wine connoisseur and impress your friends. Join us for a special wine tasting evening with Master of Wine Christopher Burr.  A message from Christopher: "I have tried to make this tasting different perhaps from what you might normally expect to drink at Christmas, […]