It had been some considerable time since the College had heard from one of her most famous sons, former Grand Prix racer Jonathan Palmer (A. 1969-74). In fact, to my recollection the last visit he paid to the school was when I had invited him to talk to the school’s Auto Club back in 1982!

We were therefore particularly delighted when Jonathan contacted our President to invite the Association to enjoy a day’s hospitality at Brands Hatch. We were offered a large suite high above the main startline straight offering a magnificent view of every corner of the circuit.

On 11 March 2003 three old pals from School House, Malcolm Baldwin (S. 1958-62), Rich Beales (S. 1957-62) & Steve Webbe (S. 1957-62), paid a visit to their former Housemaster, Peter Gough, in his Lewes home. “What really touched us,” says Webbe, “was that he invited us over the day after Mrs Gough’s memorial service. Although it must have been a very sad time for the family, we were welcomed like old friends. Mr Gough was in cracking form and we had a hugely entertaining afternoon. It was wonderful seeing him again. I’m sure Mrs Gough would have approved.”