Alumni and Supporters News and Events
Latest Alumni and Supporter News
James Hacking 2007 – Founder, Socially Powerful
“Don’t be the person who looks back and says, ‘I wish I’d done that’ Just start. Figure it out as you go. Every successful business you admire was started by someone who didn’t have all the answers either; they just began before they were ready.” Your Loughborough Story Most of my best memories revolve around …
London Drinks
Join us for London Drinks What better way to escape the office on a summer’s evening than drinks in the City with the people who knew you before deadlines, meetings, and LinkedIn profiles! Join us at The Vintry, right in the heart of London City for a relaxed alumni catch-up in our own private space, …
Catching Up With…John Weitzel
Role: Appointed to teach Maths and Games but the Head of Maths reckoned I only taught games! Head of Economics for two years; Head of Drama for 12 years and Director of Cricket for 12 whilst also fitting in 12 years as a boarding master – 10 in Denton. Deputy Headmaster for 11 years. Retired …
A New Chapter for Wendy Jones
After a career in journalism and the media, and 58 years after leaving school, Wendy Jones (LHS 1968) has just had her first novel published. “I am a firm believer in it never being too late. The Candidate’s Husband is a contemporary political novel set in Hull – in the fictitious constituency of North Humberside. An ambitious …
What is Behind the Plaque?
The obvious answer to the first question is “a wall” and when the wall in question happens to be one in the Burton Walks it is axiomatic that the plaque itself has a significance much greater than may be immediately obvious. Such a plaque is one which was removed during the repointing of the Grammar School’s …
Our Impact Report 2024/25
Because of you… Stories of generosity and opportunity across our Schools
We have recently published our latest donor and volunteer impact report, Because of you…, celebrating the generosity of alumni, donors and friends whose support continues to make a difference to pupils across our Schools. Bringing together stories from the past year, Because of you… …Upcoming Alumni and Supporter Events
London Drinks
Join us for London Drinks What better way to escape the office on a summer’s evening than drinks in the City with the people who knew you before deadlines, meetings, and LinkedIn profiles! Join us at The Vintry, right in the heart of London City for a relaxed alumni catch-up in our own private space, …
Alumni Garden Party
Join us for the Alumni Garden Party The Alumni Garden Party is a relaxed family friendly gathering and a lovely opportunity to bring loved ones and friends back to your old school so that you can relive your memories with them. After a look around your old school, enjoy a BBQ buffet lunch and some fun …
Loughburians’ London Dinner
Join us for the Loughburians’ London Dinner This occasion provides a wonderful opportunity for alumni and guests to come together, renew old friendships, and share memories of your time at Loughborough. Whether you already meet regularly with fellow Loughburians or are looking to bring a group back together, this is the perfect occasion to do …
Concert, Cake and Company – May
Join us for Concert, Cake and Company on Friday 8 May! This is an informal short event to enjoy the musical talents of pupils across the Foundation, as part of the Music Schools Lunchtime Live Concerts which take place every Friday. Join us and catch-up with local alumni and the team over some tea, coffee and …
Obituaries and Tributes
Chris Wardle (LGS 1992)
Christopher entered LGS from St Mary’s in 1985 and I was fortunate enough to teach him maths in his 2nd year. He found the subject difficult but that was not the case with his English where he flourished. He used this skill later in particular in the Loughburian where he was a considerable contributor writing reports …
Pam Field (School House 1972-1982)
Boarders in School House in the 1970’s and early 80’s will be saddened to hear that Pam Field died on 21 January. In 1972 Tony Field and his wife, Pam, and family took over School House (The senior boarding house) as only the second ‘Housemaster’ in over 300 years of boarding. For the next ten …
David Collier (LGS 1973)
David entered LGS as a seven year old in 1962 and when he left 11 years later he had established himself as one of the top all round sportsmen the School has produced. He was 1st XI Hockey Captain losing just 4 of their 26 fixtures with David playing for both the County, Midlands and then …
Valerie Fenwick (née Foulkes, LHS 1954)
Valerie Fenwick, a distinguished archaeologist and maritime historian, died peacefully at home in early 2025, at the age of 88. Born in 1936, Valerie experienced wartime evacuation to Devon during the Blitz and developed a lifelong love of the outdoors and history. She joined Loughborough High School in the late 1940s, where she thrived academically. …
Margaret Wood (LGS 1985-2013)
Margaret joined the School in 1985 to take over catering in a ‘Nissan Hut’ with old kitchen equipment that was totally unfit for purpose. Despite this initial challenge, the boys soon saw a difference in the quality and choice of food on offer. However, it was clear that in an ever-expanding School, the dining hall …
Dr Michael Winterton (LGS 1953)
Michael Winterton, retired consultant respiratory physician, died peacefully at home on 27 February 2025. Born in Leicester in 1935 he joined LGS in 1944 and in addition to his considerable academic success was keen on playing rugby, tennis and track events, achieving the coveted ‘Victor Ludorum’ cup during his later years at the School. Michael …
