More than 30 OHs gathered in Sidmouth for lunch at the Victoria Hotel on 20 September, with some of their number having dinner at the Harbour Hotel the night before.



'The event was organised to celebrate the 50th anniversary of leaving Allhallows for the last time. That we could get something approaching half our year group together in one place is a testament to organiser John Wong’s efforts and persuasive powers, helped considerably by the attendance of five from Charton House: Jo (nee Grimwood), Rosie (Payne), Alison (Bailey), Jane (Booth) and Fiona (Darbishire).


At the lunch, we were entertained by a number of speeches: John Wong welcomed us all; Gavin Howard (Sh 70-75) told us about his career with the Royal Irish Rangers; Steve Dixon (V 70-75) gave us a hair raising account of his recently completed motorbike trip from Alaska to Tierra del Fuego; Steve de Wild reminisced amusingly and Andy Green gave us one of his famous poems (in the style of William McGonagall).


We were also honoured by the presence of Keith Moore, Allhallows’ last Headmaster.


The event was thoroughly enjoyed by all participants, and it’s hoped that we can meet again in two years' time.'