Royal-Hospital School-Association

03/11/2026

Good morning all.
My 10th Annual Report as Membership Secretary is now available to peruse. It has been posted in various RHSA FB groups. This will be presented at the AGM on Saturday 7th November 2026.
If you have any comments or questions on the contents please email or Whatsapp
Using my usual contacts:
E: [email protected] or [email protected]
M: 07941957967
Demises
A summary is included in my report for 2025/2026. Demises. I am preparing a full summary of all demises we hold records for which I hope will be available to view in the Digital Archive.
Please alert me of the Alumni office if you now of recent deaths.

02/11/2026

I’m also pleased to announce this morning that Stephen Thornhill has stepped forward and volunteered to take over as Hon. Treasurer from Stephen Traynor. There being no other persons to offer their services, we will confirm Stephen Thornhill at the AGM on Saturday, 11:30 in The Jellicoe Room - hope to see you there. 😊

01/11/2026

We are still looking for a uniformed (military or civilian) volunteer to parade the RHSA Banner for divisions, chapel and the RHSA wreath laying next Sunday.

If you are interested, please either reply to this post or contact me at [email protected]. Thank you

27/10/2026

Just a reminder...

We are still looking for a volunteer to parade our banner at Remembrance Divisions (Sunday 8th November). Given the nature of the occasion, it is fitting that someone who can wear a uniform either military or civilian services would be preferred as a volunteer.

You'll need parade the banner on Divisions, and at the Remembrance chapel service as well as the Act of Remembrance at the RHSA Memorial Garden, after Chapel. There will be a short rehearsal in the Chapel at a time to be agreed on Saturday 7th Nov, no more than 20 minutes, so you are parade perfect!

Please reply to this message if you are interested... First volunteer gets the honour!
On behalf of The RHSA, thank you in advance

18/10/2026

Fellow alumni... it’s that time of year again when we look for one of our illustrious number to parade our banner at Remembrance Divisions (Sunday 8th November). Given the nature of the occasion, it is fitting that someone who can wear a uniform either military or civilian services would be preferred as a volunteer. Equally well, it would be lovely if one of our female members could see their way to volunteering...
Remember that not only will you be required to parade the banner on Divisions, but also at the Remembrance chapel service. There will also be a short rehearsal in the Chapel at a time to be agreed on Saturday 7th Nov, no more than 20 minutes...

Please reply to this message if you are interested... First volunteer gets the honour!

On behalf of The RHSA, thank you in advance

We are still looking for a volunteer to offer their services as Hon Treaurer to the Association, please let me know if you are interested or would like further details. The AGM Agenda should be sent out this week, following our pre-AGM GC Meeting.

22/09/2026

Morning all 😊 a couple of points if I may… Firstly, we have not received any nominations for the vacant post of RHSA Treasurer, this is a vital post to ensure the smooth running of our Association. The role doesn’t take up too much time, so I urge anyone with an accountancy or financial background to consider volunteering. If you are interested please send an email to [email protected] I can then pass on any relevant info and paperwork.
Secondly, at last year’s AGM an interest was expressed in a 5-a side football match, as interest in rugby seems to have waned. Unfortunately, so far only 1 person has expressed an interest in playing football on the Remembrance Weekend booking form. So clearly, unless others want to play, this will not be able to go ahead.

18/09/2026

The 1976 RHS starters are having a 50th year reunion on HMS Belfast tomorrow (Sat 19th September) from 1830. We have had a few late drop outs so there are some free places available. Dinner is at 1930 and you must leave by 2245. Black tie or lounge suit or equivalent. Medals optional. Partners included. This must be a firm commitment if you say you're coming. Menu choices are already made but it won't be flop and gunge sandwiches. Let me know in the chat and we can make arrangements.
Thanks, Philip Howard, Cornwallis 1976 and RHSA VP

17/08/2026

Please accept this post as official notice of the intention to hold the RHSA Annual General Meeting on Saturday 07th November 2026 at 11:30, in the Jellicoe Room at RHS. The Agenda will be sent out in due course; members who wish to put AOB items on the agenda (including any changes to the C&Rs) are to provide details to the Hon General Secretary at least 6 weeks prior to the AGM - to be received by Saturday 26th September 2026 to [email protected]

Stephen Traynor, our much valued and appreciated Hon. Treasurer is stepping down at the AGM, therefore this post becomes vacant and we are actively looking for a replacement. If anyone is interested in this role, then in accordance with the RHSA Constitution & Rules, the following process is to be followed:
All nominations are to reach the Hon. General Secretary in writing no later than two months prior to the AGM, which is 07th September 2026 to [email protected] nominations must be proposed and signed by at least two Full Members. The nominee must be a Full Member and must formally accept the nomination; nominations must be accompanied by the CV and manifesto of the nominee. Please note: Officers of the Association may be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (previously known as a CRB check). Failure to accept this requirement will render the nominee ineligible for Office.
A further e-mail will be sent out shortly after nominations close on 07th September 2026, with CVs and Manifestos of any candidates. Ballot papers will also be sent out for those who wish to vote by post or e-mail, accompanied with voting instructions.

Along with Stephen Traynor stepping down, Stephen Fyles, who has given many years of voluntary service in acting as auditor of the RHSA accounts, is also stepping down - the Association thanks him for carrying out this service. We are therefore also seeking someone who can take on this role, on a voluntary basis, I understand that we do not require a fully certified accountant, but clearly someone with experience of auditing accounts would be beneficial. If you know of anyone, or you would like to volunteer for this, please let me know at [email protected] "

06/07/2026

Speech day is over, everyone has gone home, the corridors and houses are quiet, the reality of life after RHS is starting to kick in and wow what an exciting future awaits all our newest members so WELCOME one and all to stories, laughter and reminiscing. Remember you are part of a huge global family of alumni who at a single request will be there to offer help, advice and friendship whether you went to school at the same time or if there are years and decades between you. Part of being a member of the RHSA is knowing that you always belong somewhere, no one other than us can understand where you came from, the bubble that is RHS and the stories and humour that go along with it. So do check in with us, let us know what you are up to, share the tea (as let’s face it who doesn’t love a bit of RHS gossip) and share your photos and allow us to walk beside you during your next steps.
For those if you who have not switched off reading the post whether old or young please share with us your leavers photos and any stories of your life post RHS and what directions you ended up going in.

11/05/2026

Please see today’s announcement concerning the appointment of the new Head…

🎉 We are proud to announce the appointment of Mr Steve Dixon as Headmaster of the Royal Hospital School.

A respected and highly experienced senior leader, Steve has been at the heart of RHS since 2013, serving as Second Master before stepping into the role of Acting Headmaster earlier this year. During this time, he has led the School with clarity, care and a deep understanding of the RHS community, having a profoundly positive impact across the School.

An Oxford graduate, former Housemaster, Head of Chemistry and passionate advocate for the power of holistic education, Steve brings an enduring respect for the heritage and values of RHS, alongside an exciting vision to build on the School’s outstanding strengths and achievements.

As we continue to celebrate excellence at RHS and look ahead with confidence, we are excited for the next chapter of the School under Steve’s leadership.

Please join us in congratulating Mr Dixon on his appointment. 👏