Come along and support the OB Cricket Team, as they take on various Clubs, and the boys, during the OB Club Cricket week.  We have even resurrected the local derby as we take on the OBMs (Old Bedford Modernians)! Bring a picnic and wile away a few hours enjoying some fantastic cricket with a backdrop […]

This year's OB Club Sports Weekend will take place over two weekends - with the Hockey taking place on Friday 10th March and the other sports on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th March. OBs will be taking on the boys at Fives, Squash, Rifle Shooting, Rowing, Football and Hockey.  It is always a fantastic occasion […]

This year's OB Club Sports Weekend will take place over two weekends - with the Hockey taking place on Friday 10th March and the other sports on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th March. OBs will take on the boys at Fives, Squash, Rifle Shooting, Rowing, Football and Hockey.  It is always a fantastic occasion with […]

As a member of the teaching staff from 1986 until 2018, Aidan Huxford was a familiar sight at almost all major extra-curricular and sporting events, clicking away with his camera, with the Ousel magazine the major beneficiary of his work. Now that he has retired, he is pursuing his passion for photography on his extensive […]

On Saturday, 12th November, the 1st XV  & U15 will play Oakham at home. With this in mind, we would like to invite everyone who is planning to support the boys, to an informal pre-match lunch in the Café Bar at 1pm.  There is no cost for the lunch and OBs, parents, family members and guardians […]

On Saturday, 17th September, the 1st XV  & U14 will play Rugby at home. With this in mind, we would like to invite everyone who is planning to support the boys, to an informal pre-match lunch in the Café Bar at 1pm.  There is no cost for the lunch and OBs, parents, family members and guardians […]

Join us for the opening night of an exhibition of work by a group of diverse local artists who have been discussing art, drawing and exhibiting together for over 30 years. The evening begins at 7.30pm in the Main Foyer Gallery, and includes a drinks reception as part of the Parents' Guild's 100th anniversary celebrations. […]

We are delighted to announce our third Bedford School Association (BSA) cycling event organised by the Past Parents on Sunday 20th March. The event is intended to be a gentle ride of around 20 miles, suitable for all levels whether you’re a newcomer to the sport or a seasoned cyclist. A map of the route […]

Following the success of our previous reunions and the sad break due to Covid restrictions, we would once again like to invite all Old Bedfordians who sang in the Chapel Choir to return to the school to take part in a rehearsal and service in commemoration of the Great Fire and coinciding with OB Sports […]

This year's OB Club Sports Weekend will take place on Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th March. OBs will be taking on the boys at Fives, Squash, Rifle Shooting, Rowing, Football and Hockey.  It is always a fantastic occasion with friendly rivalry, so even if you are not the sporty type, you are always welcome to […]

Please join us as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Detweiler competition on Friday 25th February 2022. The evening will consist of an informal dinner, taking place at 5:45pm and will be followed by the prize-giving at 7:45pm. At the end of the evening, there will also be an opportunity to have a tour of the […]

Announcing the Plans for the New Academic Building: A further opportunity for all OBs and Past Parents. For those unable to attend last time, the Head Master invites you to join him for an overview of the school’s next major phase of Estates planning and the strategic vision behind it, detailing the upcoming plans for […]

We are delighted to invite Old Bedfordians and their guests to the 2021 Annual Dinner which, this year, will be held back at the school on Saturday 27th November. OBs and guests will enjoy welcome drinks and a delicious three-course meal (including a complimentary half bottle of wine).  Attend as an individual, with your partner […]

Chapel Service at the School to remember the fallen, followed by the Wreath Ceremony, which takes place outside the Memorial Hall. This year, the wreath will be laid by Lt Col Iain Hutchison (84-90).  Due to Covid restrictions, this event is now for school members only.

At this event, the School recognises its Founders and all Benefactors over the years. Governors, staff, Members of the Foundation and the 1552 Legacy Club will be sent invitations. Although this event is invitation-only, if OBs are interested in finding out more about the work of the Foundation, they would be most welcome to attend, […]

  Unfortunately, due to the latest government advice, we have taken the difficult decision to cancel the ‘At Home’ that we had planned for Saturday 3rd July.  We are very sorry for this change in arrangements.  Whilst we had hoped when we planned the event that the Government would be lifting all restrictions, the decision […]

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, […]

The inaugural Bedford School Association cycling event organised by the Past Parents Following Great Britain’s unparalleled success during the last decade in both the Olympics and Tour de France, cycling has enjoyed a resurgence in popularity across the UK.  To celebrate this and the start of the festive season, we are delighted to announce the […]

All OBs are welcome to come along to the Chapel Service at the School to remember the fallen on this day, followed by the Wreath Ceremony which takes place outside the Memorial Hall. This year the wreath will be laid by Major Stuart Gilbert (99-04) of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers.  Refreshments and coffee will […]

At this event, the School recognises its Founders and all Benefactors over the years. Governors, staff, Members of the Foundation and the 1552 Legacy Club will be sent invitations. Although this event is invitation-only, if OBs are interested in finding out more about the work of the Foundation, they would be most welcome to attend, […]

Are you interested in sending your son or grandson to Bedford School or know of anyone else who is? Our Open Mornings provide a perfect, informal introduction to the School and include a tour of the School, a talk by the Head Master, as well as the opportunity to meet Housemasters and Heads of Department […]

Come back ‘home’ to the School for the main OB event of the summer!  This is the perfect opportunity to get your old classmates together for a long overdue get-together or show your partner where you went to School. Join us for a tour to see how much the School has changed (or what has […]

The annual game of tennis takes place during OB Week, between OBs and the School. Please get in touch with Toby O'Dell (78-86) on beaumontfarming@gmail.com if you are interested in taking part.

During OB Week, the OB Cricket Club plays matches against other local teams. If you’d like to take part or would like further information, please get in touch with Charlie Wren (92-95) on c.j.a.wren@gmail.com or Will Aitkenhead (04-09)on willaitkenhead@gmail.com. The following cricket matches will be taking place over the course of the week: Monday 1st […]