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Here's what you can look forward to:
Outdoor Event of the Summer: Join us for an unforgettable day under a stunning sailcloth marquee by DreamDomes.
Welcome Reception: Start the day with one complimentary drink and antipasti grazing platters available upon arrival.
CCF Parade: Watch the Reading School Combined Cadet Force Parade as they march along school terrace and salute Honorary Colonel, Stefan Fafinski (OR)
Hog Roast & More: Indulge in a complimentary, late afternoon hog roast with vegetarian and vegan options, followed by a delightful dessert selection, catered by The Spitting Pig.
Fully Stocked Bar by Henry Bartenders: Serving a wide selection of drinks with cash and contactless payments accepted.
Champagne Fire Truck: Sip on handpicked champagne and lager, served from a vintage 1972 fire truck—an experience not to be missed!
Rose's Ice Cream Bicycle: Indulge in eight luxurious flavors of scooped ice cream or refreshing sorbet, served in a variety of cones or cups. Customize your treat at the Toppings Table with sauces, sprinkles, and mini sweets. Prices start from £3.
Live Performances: Enjoy an array of performances by our talented student musicians throughout the day.
Afternoon Sports: Live sporting match played on the School Field all afternoon.
Guided School Tours: Our current prefects will lead tours of the main areas of the school, showcasing the school’s latest developments.
Archive Displays: Explore fascinating archival materials that capture our rich history.
Evening Entertainment: As the sun sets, enjoy an enchanting live jazz performance by Rich Meehan Trio and followed by an incredible set from Old Redingensian Herty Hill (2006-2013).
Why not make it a group event? Gather your old friends and attend together for an even more memorable day. We’re also looking for Alumni Ambassadors to help reunite year groups. If you’d like to help us bring your cohort back together, let us know by emailing Piatrice at alumni@reading-school.co.uk.
Date: Saturday 12th July 2025
Time: 2pm to 10pm
Location: Reading School, Erleigh Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5LW
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This event has been made possible by the generous sponsorship of Neil Thomason (OR 1966-1973).
Additional Guests
We hope to have as many Old Redingensians at this event as possible. Indeed, it is the relationships and success of our students that we are celebrating. Each Old Redingensian (OR) is welcome to bring one guest for free. To help us manage connections and numbers, we kindly ask that you refrain from making bookings on behalf of other Old Redingensians. Each OR must book individually. If you would like to bring more than one guest, please contact us at events@reading-school.co.uk.
Parking Information
There will be no on-site parking available except for blue badge holders/disabled guests or those with mobility restrictions. If you are a blue badge holder or require any specific support with parking, please email events@reading-school.co.uk.
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Photography & videography
By attending this event, guests consent to the capture of photography and videography for the purpose of marketing and historical archiving by Reading School. These images and recordings may be used in printed materials (e.g., the school prospectus), on the school website, and on official school social media channels. Reading School processes personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR). Data will be handled securely and will not be used for commercial purposes. If anyone does not wish to be photographed or filmed, or if to withdraw consent, they can contact events@reading-school.co.uk.
If you have any questions or suggestions, please reach out to the Society Office at events@reading-school.co.uk.
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