The Old Campbellian Society

The Old Campbellian Society The Old Campbellian Society exists to build and sustain a community of engaged Old Campbellians, past, present and future.

The Old Campbellian Society exists to build and sustain a community of engaged Old Campbellians, tied to each other and the school for the benefit of all Campbellians, past, present and future. Almost all past pupils of Campbell are eligible for membership of the society and most are automatically afforded membership on leaving the school. There are currently 5287 members of the Old Campbellian So

ciety spanning 4 generations. If you are an Old Campbellian but are not yet connected with the Society we would be delighted to hear from you; please visit www.theoldcampbelliansociety.co.uk and complete the on-line form in the 'update your details section' and if you know the whereabouts of any Lost OC please contact us. As the Society exists for the benefit of all Campbellians, past present and future we continue to run many events throughout the year, including events locally and in Dublin, Edinburgh and London. On an annual basis the Society:
•Hosts the annual Halloween Dance, a black tie dinner dance open to Old Campbellians, parents of Campbellians, and invited guests.
•Hosts the annual Old Campbellian Dinner, with representatives from many generations of Old Campbellians and invited guests.
•Hosts 25 year reunion dinners, reuniting Old Campbellians with each other and the school.
•Hosts golf events at Royal Belfast and the K Club.
•Hosts an annual Boxing Day rugby fixture versus Civil Service RFC.
•Supports Campbellians through scholarship schemes, enabling international exchange visits.
•Reconnects Old Campbellians with each other and the school.
•Publishes a 60+ page colour magazine celebrating the achievements and anecdotes of Old Campbellians across the globe. For the future, as the Society continues to move from strength to strength, we intend to increase our ability to give something back to the school that binds us all, strengthening the links with Campbell, future Old Campbellians and their parents. Forthcoming projects will focus on increasing a connected membership, business links and fundraising to enable the Society to achieve its purpose, supporting the school and society members. To this end the Council are extremely keen to hear from any Old Campbellians and parents of current Campbellians who may be able to help with any aspect of the Society's work. The Society is directed on behalf of its members by a Council currently consisting of 29 Council Members, all of whom are Old Campbellians. The Society is supported by the Society Manager (Walter Murphy) who works tirelessly for the benefit of all members. The Council delivers support to the school and members through several Sub Committees. Each of these Sub Committees is led by a member of the Council and supported by a range of Campbellian parents and Old Campbellians. If you would like to become involved please contact the Society Office in the first instance.

Thanks to the Ulster Tatler for featuring our Annual Dinner in the July edition of the Ulster Tatler magazine.The Belfas...
15/07/2026

Thanks to the Ulster Tatler for featuring our Annual Dinner in the July edition of the Ulster Tatler magazine.

The Belfast Old Instonians Association
Methody Collegians the Methodist College Belfast Former Pupils' Association
St. Malachy's College Old Boys' Association

We are looking for a new member to join our team.Campbell College and the Old Campbellian Society are seeking to appoint...
02/07/2026

We are looking for a new member to join our team.

Campbell College and the Old Campbellian Society are seeking to appoint an Old Campbellian Society Manager. This key role will help strengthen connections between Old Campbellians, the Society and the College, while supporting a wide range of events, activities and engagement opportunities.

If you know someone who may be interested in this opportunity, please encourage them to get in touch.

For further information, please visit our website: http://bit.ly/3krYv0m

The Old Campbellian Society needs a new member to join our team.Campbell College and the Old Campbellian Society are see...
02/07/2026

The Old Campbellian Society needs a new member to join our team.

Campbell College and the Old Campbellian Society are seeking to appoint an Old Campbellian Society Manager. This key role will help strengthen connections between Old Campbellians, the Society and the College, while supporting a wide range of events, activities and engagement opportunities.

If you know someone who may be interested in this opportunity, please encourage them to get in touch.

For further information, please visit Campbell College’s website: http://bit.ly/3krYv0m

We are looking for a new member to join our team.

Campbell College and the Old Campbellian Society are seeking to appoint an Old Campbellian Society Manager. This key role will help strengthen connections between Old Campbellians, the Society and the College, while supporting a wide range of events, activities and engagement opportunities.

If you know someone who may be interested in this opportunity, please encourage them to get in touch.

For further information, please visit our website: http://bit.ly/3krYv0m

01/07/2026

Battle of the Somme at Campbell College

01/07/2026

Today we remember 11 Old Campbellians who lost their lives 110 years ago at the Battle of the Somme. Eight served as part of the 36th Ulster Division, five were officers in the same battalion – the 13th Battalion Royal Irish Rifles. Seven out of the 11 Old Campbellians have no known grave and are commemorated on the Thiepval Memorial. All fought together in one of the bloodiest days in the history of the British Army.

At 0730 this morning Old Campbellian Finn C played ‘the Battle of the Somme ‘ at the War Memorial at Campbell College

BOAS, Ernest George 2nd Lieutenant 13th Battalion Royal Irish Rifles
CALVERT, Herbert James Lance Corporal 9th Battalion Royal Irish Fusiliers
DAVIDSON, James Samuel Captain 13th Battalion Royal Irish Rifles
JOHNSTON, Charles Moore Captain 9th Battalion Royal Irish Fusiliers
JOHNSTON, Elliott Captain Military Cross 13th Battalion Royal Irish Rifles
KING, William Lance Corporal 14th Battalion Royal Irish Rifles
MARTIN, Sidney Todd Lieutenant 9th att 1st Battalion Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers
ROGERS, George Murray Lieutenant 13th Battalion Royal Irish Rifles
SMITH, Samuel Donard Irvine Lieutenant 5th attached 1st Battalion Royal Irish Rifles
SMYTH, William Haughton Captain 13th Battalion Royal Irish Rifles
WEBB, Gilbert Watson Captain formerly 2nd Battalion Royal Irish Rifles transferred to Royal Flying Corps

Ne Obliviscaris

Northern Ireland War Memorial
The Royal Irish Regiment

Julie Brown (7062), Past President of the Old Campbellian Society has presented 2 copies of her stunning ‘OC Sporting Gr...
26/06/2026

Julie Brown (7062), Past President of the Old Campbellian Society has presented 2 copies of her stunning ‘OC Sporting Greats’ book to the College. Researched, designed and produced by Julie and her husband Raymond, the book superbly chronicles and illustrates Old Campbellians from 1894 to the present day and their sporting achievements and will be available for the boys in the College Library and at Front of House for visitors to view. Pictured are Julie and Jonathan Anderson, Headmaster of Campbell College.

Thanks also to former Chairman and Editor of The Old Campbellian magazine, Dermot Parker (7467) who designed and edited parts of the book, as well as providing the front cover photo. A list of those sporting greats, also designed by Dermot, is in the new £6 million sports centre.

Congrats to the OCs who have been selected as part of the Academy Squad  for 2026/27.
25/06/2026

Congrats to the OCs who have been selected as part of the Academy Squad for 2026/27.

2026/27 Academy confirmed ⚡️

We’re pleased to confirm our Academy squad ahead of the new season, with seven new players joining.

Full story ➡️ shorturl.at/LqxEl

Any Service families out there - register with the link in post below
23/06/2026

Any Service families out there - register with the link in post below

A reminder that our Armed Forces Families Webinar takes place tomorrow.

📅Wednesday 24th June
⏰5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

From the comfort of your own home, you’ll hear directly from our Headmaster and Head of Boarding, alongside a current Campbell family.

Register now:
https://bit.ly/3Pdvt4p

Some OCs were in action for NI Senior Men Volleyball at the CEV SCA tournament at South Lake last weekend.OCs Luther McI...
15/06/2026

Some OCs were in action for NI Senior Men Volleyball at the CEV SCA tournament at South Lake last weekend.

OCs Luther McIlveen and Paddy Dally were selected and were coached by our school coach Callum Grieve, with Ollie Dyer and Alex Taylor involved in recording stats.

Thanks to current pupils Oscar and William who volunteered to help at the event.

Northern Ireland finished just outside the medal rankings at fourth. Well done all!!

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