The Old Worksopian Society

30/10/2026

📸 A trip down memory lane!

We recently had the pleasure of meeting Michael Johnston-Smith, whose father, Peter Johnston-Smith, was Housemaster of Pelham House from 1955 to 1969. Michael spent part of his childhood living at the College while his father held the post.

During his visit, Michael enjoyed looking through his father’s handwritten handover notes to his successor, which are now preserved in our archives.

Michael also kindly shared some wonderful photographs of himself and his family enjoying a picnic on the school grounds in 1966. What a lovely glimpse into life at the College over 60 years ago! 🏫📷

28/10/2026

✨ Join us for our upcoming Student Showcase! ✨

We’re delighted to invite Old Worksopians to an evening celebrating the talent of our students! 🎭🎶

📅 Date: Friday 13th November 2026
📍 Location: Worksop College Chapel
⏰ Time: 7:30pm

🎟️ Tickets are free, but must be booked in advance, so be sure to reserve yours through Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/worksop-college-concert-series-20262027-4863583/

The programme will include a variety of music including Worksop College's Orchestra playing the music of Beethoven and Warlock and extracts from the film score of The Greatest Showman.

We look forward to welcoming you for what promises to be a fantastic evening! 💫

26/10/2026

We love hearing about the achievements of our OW’s and we were delighted to receive some wonderful hockey photographs from OW Chris Ball (Pt 1973–78).🏑🏑

Chris’s love of hockey began during his school days and in 1978, in his last year here, he was selected to play for the 3rd XI.

48 years on and that passion for the game is still going strong!

Chris has recently represented Scotland in the Over 65s Four Nations Tournament, competed in an international tournament in Germany, and played for the Scottish Thistles in the Spirit of Masters tournament in 37°C heat!

And there’s more to come! In two years’ time the World Cup will be played in Japan.

Marking 50 years since his days in the 3rd XI, he is hoping to be selected to represent Scotland.

We wish Chris the very best of luck!

23/10/2026

A little OW catch-up across the Channel!

OW Malcolm Smith (S 54-58) recently visited his brother Stewart Smith at his home in the beautiful Pays de la Loire.

Lovely to see the brothers together, and thank you for sharing this photograph with us. We always enjoy seeing where life has taken our Old Worksopians! 📸

21/10/2026

James MIllar (P88-93) very kindly sent us some photographs from his time here.

Can you spot yourself or anyone you know in these fabulous photos? 🎽👟

19/10/2026

Always lovely to welcome an OW back to the College! 👋

Tim Lumley (Mg 69-72) recently joined us for a look through the archives, where we uncovered some photographs he hadn’t seen before. There’s always something tucked away waiting to be rediscovered!

Thank you for visiting, Tim. If you fancy coming back for a look around and a trip down memory lane, we’d love to hear from you. 📸

16/10/2026

Recently our Sixth Form welcomed OW Jack Stevenson (T 09-14) back to the College for a talk about sustainability. 🌱

It’s always valuable for pupils to hear directly from someone who once sat where they are now, and to learn how their interests and experiences can lead to opportunities beyond school.

Thank you, Jack, for giving your time and sharing your experience.

We’re keen to involve more OWs in our careers and mentoring network. Whether you could give a talk, offer advice about your industry, help a pupil prepare for an interview or provide work experience, we’d love to hear from you.

You don’t need to have followed a straightforward career path - hearing about the unexpected turns can be just as useful!
Interested in getting involved? Please contact [email protected]. 📩

15/10/2026

Who remembers their World Challenge adventure? 🌍🎒

In 2028, 20 of our pupils will be heading to Borneo as we continue Worksop’s World Expedition tradition.

These trips have been a memorable part of College life for many years, particularly under the leadership of the legendary John Driver, who led pupils on adventures across the world.

Now another group will have the chance to experience somewhere very different, take on new challenges and learn to lead, work together and look after one another.

There’s plenty of fundraising and preparation to do first, but we’re already excited!

A few photographs here to bring back some memories… Who went on an expedition, where did you go and what has stayed with you?

We’d love to hear your stories. 📸

14/10/2026

Founders’ Day 2026

On Friday, we welcomed Old Worksopians back to Worksop College to celebrate 131 years of the school’s history.

It was a truly special occasion, with guests enjoying the opportunity to revisit memories of their time at the College through photographs and even an old report card!

A huge thank you to Old Worksopian Mark Griffiths (M64–69) for donating several wonderful books, including some he used while studying for his exams, as well as two Worksop College School Music records from 1964–1966 and 1967–1968. The recordings sound absolutely beautiful! 🎶

🎵 Do you recognise any of the names on the records, or did you perform on them yourself? We’d love to hear your memories in the comments below! 👇

13/10/2026

✨ Calling all OWs from the 1950s, 60s and 70s!

Don't forget to book your tickets for this special event. Join us back at Worksop on Sunday 29th November for a very special festive reunion – Chapel service, mulled w**e and a traditional three-course Christmas lunch in the Great Hall.

A wonderful opportunity to return, reconnect and reminisce with old friends. Partners are very welcome too!

Tickets are £40 per person. Book your place via the link below 👇
tinyurl.com/y6ujescf

✨ Calling all OWs from the 1950s, 60s and 70s!

Join us back at Worksop on Sunday 29th November for a very special festive reunion – Chapel service, mulled w**e and a traditional three-course Christmas lunch in the Great Hall.

A wonderful opportunity to return, reconnect and reminisce with old friends. Partners are very welcome too!

Tickets are £40 per person. Book your place via the link below 👇

tinyurl.com/y6ujescf