OVs Reuniting in Worcester

OV Anna Hughes (née Wilson, Co 90-92) kindly made contact to share the news of a wonderful ‘mini’ reunion, which took place in the shadow of the postponed 119th OV Annual Reunion Weekend.

Anna said, “As the OV Dinner was postponed and our hotels were all booked, some of us celebrated our 29th/30th year since leaving King’s by getting together in Worcester anyway. We ate, drank and were merry whilst walking around the outskirts of the School and Cathedral, marvelling at both what never changes and what also seemed very modern and new!

“We were: Robert Gilbert (Os 85-92), Roger Bowles (Os 87-92), Thomas Carslake (W 82-92), Ralph Williams (W 85-92), Zoe Glendinning (née McPherson, K 91-93) and Rebecca Lowans (née Healey, Co 91-92), who were in the year below us, and myself.

“We dined at Bill’s and raised a glass not only to the dear departed Queen Elizabeth but also to Mr Bridges (Hon OV). Keith Bridges was a huge part of our life at King’s. We all sang with the Keys Choir and spent weekends away in Wales singing with him. Music was a huge part of our King’s world. He allowed us free expression during Keys Concerts, which led to some memorable performances, including piano-playing using the nose amongst other beauties. He was always so enthused and caught up in music and we were proud to win the Elgar Choral Competition with Elgar’s Spanish Serenade under his tutelage. His booming voice as he read out the School’s exam number (4445!) will also always ring in my ears whenever those numbers appear in my world.

“We had a wonderful time; we’re all still firm friends and always will be with the blanket of King’s keeping us warm.”

We are so pleased a lovely time was had by all, and we will be sharing the rescheduled date for the 119th OV Reunion Weekend shortly, so watch this space!