Old Princethorpians
Old Princethorpians is our developing past pupils association.
We are interested in hearing from all past pupils and how they are faring in life post Princethorpe.
We have information on a large number of former pupils and will do our best to put friends back in touch with each other.
We are also seeking to establish an annual programme of social events and a Skills Bank whereby Old Princethorpians can support current pupils through mentoring, advice and guidance.
Old Princethorpians Only Area - New Feature!
You can now register to access our OPs only area.
This area enables you to do the following:
- add your profile details to our database
- track down old friends via the database
- subscribe to the College magazine, The Tower
- subscribe to our new termly OP
e-newsletter, The Old Princethorpian
Click here to Register
If you have already registered click here to Logon You can edit your profile too once you are logged on.
(Remember username is your email address, password is of your own choosing.)
For more information on Old Princethorpians please contact Melanie Butler, Secretary to the Old Princethorpians on 01926 634284 or email oldprincethorpians@princethorpe.co.uk.
Dates for Your Diary
College Events
Open Afternoon
The College's Open Afternoon will take place on Sunday 3 October from 2.00pm to 5.00pm. All are welcome. This is an informal opportunity to look round the college and to meet staff and pupils. There will be fun, subject related activities in the departments for children to participate in and the Headmaster will address visitors during the afternoon.
Christmas Fair - Sunday 28 November from 2.00pm to 4.30pm
Stalls, games, festive refreshments and of course Santa in his grotto!
OP Events
London Pub Meet - Friday 12 November 2010 at The Glassblower, 42 Glasshouse Street, W1B 5DL (just off Regent Street, nearest tube Piccadilly Circus) from 6.30pm. All welcome!
Leamington Pub Meet - Friday 4 March 2011 at The Star and Garter, Warwick Street, Leamington Spa, CV32 5LL (near the Fire Station) from 6.30pm.
Annual OPs Festival Day - Sunday 8 May 2011 from 12.00pm to 4.00pm.
Open to all OPs and their partners, families, the day will start with Mass in the Chapel, followed by a buffet lunch, tours of the College and fun activities for all the family.
For more information about forthcoming events please email Melanie Butler, OPs Secretary or call 01926 634284.
The Old Princethorpians Events Calendar for 2010/2011 will shortly be available for download.
Getting married or big family party coming up?? Why not celebrate at Princethorpe??
It is possible to arrange your wedding or party at Princethorpe, for more information email College Bursar, Anne Davey or call her on 01926 634282.
Old Princethorpians News
Click here to access the fourth issue of the Old Princethorpian which came out on Friday 28 May 2010. This issue focuses on the launch of the OPs Skills Bank initiative, if you have any news or pictures you would like to share for the next issue due out in October please email oldprincethorpians@princethorpe.co.uk by Friday 1 October.
If you would like to be added to the distribution list please email Melanie Butler.
New OP's Venue Attracts New Faces
The OP’s latest London pub meet on Friday 18 June at the Coach and Horses in Wellington Street, Covent Garden saw some new faces as well as the old regulars amongst the 18 people who attended.
Amongst the new faces were Mark Rowley 2002 leaver, Ade Fashade 1984, Sean O’Hara 1977, as well as Gary and Jeremy Peacock who started at Princethorpe back in the very early days.
Sadly the contingent from Princethorpe who normally make the 90 mile trip were absent due to other commitments having just completed and announced the plans for Abbotsford School, Kenilworth to merge with Crackley Hall as part of WCISF.
Despite the pre-arranged date clashing with England’s World Cup match against Algeria a good number of people turned out for an evening which certainly outshone the football; finishing with a curry for the most enthusiastic revellers.
Commenting on the evening Nick Cahill said that he hoped the London based June meeting would become a permanent fixture in the OP calendar.
Reminiscing at OP's Picnic
The OP's Picnic just before the Summer Fete and Motoring Festival on Sunday 27 June was also well attended with previous regulars joined by some new picnickers this year including Ernest Springley and family and Jolyon Groves and his mother.
Leigh Middleton brought with him a selection of Princethorpe memorabilia which attracted much attention included a fascinating tenth anniversary College magazine from 1976 which you can click here to view.
Ian Twiggins and his wife added some style to the occasion by arriving in their pink Rolls Royce.
Thanks to all for joining in the fun!
Sun Shines For OPs Clarkson Festival Day
Glorious spring sunshine welcomed a host of OPs, their partners and families plus former members of staff back to the College on Sunday 18 April.
The day, which started with Mass in the Chapel, followed by a buffet lunch, was deemed a resounding success. Visitors, young and somewhat older, enjoyed tours of the College, including the rare opportuntity of venturing up the 180 odd steps to the top of the Tower for some fantastic views.
Archery and games on the Sixth Form Centre lawn kept everyone amused. Reminiscences abounded and OPs enthusiastically enjoyed spotting themselves and old pals in the College photos and names on the Dining Room boards.
Comments Peter Rollason, OPs Chairman, "It really was a splendid occasion, we saw quite a few faces who hadn't been back to the school for many years. And it was particularly lovely to see all the children enjoying their visit to Princethorpe!"
OP Tie Now Available
The Old Princethorpian tie is now available. The classic 100% silk tie, produced by Smart Turnout of London, sports a repetitive gold Tower design and thin red diagonal stripes on a dark blue background. The ideal present for birthdays or Christmas!
The limited edition tie is priced at £17 + postage and packing.
To download an order form click here.
