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Old Dovorian Cricket Club
Old Dovorian Cricket Club Returns to Folkestone CC T10 Cricket Day!
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The Folkestone CC T10 Cricket Day Has Arived. In just a couple of weeks, the OD Cricket Club will once again take part in the much-anticipated Folkestone CC T10 Cricket ...
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From Dover College to Published Author: Graham Dalby’s Swinging Journey Through Music and Storytelling
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Spotlight on Graham Dalby: A Life in Full Swing Graham Dalby (S71–76) has lived a life that reads like a novel — fitting, really, since he’s now writing them. Born ...
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A Reunion of Rock Legends: Greg Radcliffe and Rick March
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A Reunion of Rock Legends In a heartwarming reunion, between Old Dovorians Greg Radcliffe (C71 – 76) and Rick March (M71 – 76) met for the first time since left ...
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Eminent Old Dovorian: David Lam (S89–93)
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A Life Rebuilt, One Transplant at a Time David Lam (S89–93) has dedicated his career to giving others a second chance at life. Since 2014, he has served as an ...
Old Dovorian Golf Society
ODGS Match Report Littlestone Golf Club on Friday 15th August.
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The second of Nigel’s Home fixtures at the Littlestone Golf Club on Friday 15th August. It was a delight to welcome Toby Caufield, a name much mentioned in the ODs ...
Old Dovorian Golf Society
ODGS Match Report: The Richmond Home Fixture 11th & 13th August
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First Match – Monday 11th August Guests: Nigel Tubman & Anthony Protopapadakis Second Match – Wednesday 13th Guests: Tony Robin, Cameron Matthews & Gilbert Thompson First may I thank Justin ...
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Jack French (S02 – 14) Gets Engaged
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Exciting News From The Old Dovorian Club. The Old Dovorian Club are thrilled to announce the engagement of Captain Jack French (S02 – 14) to his beautiful  fiancé Miss Beatrice ...
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Old Dovorian Author Goes Global: John Care’s (Mez 71 – 76) Book Launches in China
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Exciting News! The Old Dovorian Club is proud to celebrate a truly remarkable milestone: John Care (Mez 71–76), acclaimed author and international speaker, has officially released his bestselling book Mastering ...
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Old Dovorian Spirit in Action: James Ryeland (M76 – 81) Supports Royal Marine Cadets
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Exciting news from the Old Dovorian community! James Ryeland (M76–81), Vice President of the Old Dovorian Club, recently paid a special visit to the Royal Marine training cadet corps weekend ...
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Graham Dalby (S71–76) Unleashes His Second Historical Epic: Outlaw
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Book Review: Outlaw by Graham Dalby (S71–76) Graham Dalby’s second foray into historical fiction, Outlaw, continues the saga of Olaf—one of the last surviving warriors of Hastings—as he navigates the ...
Old Dovorian Groups
An Evening of Camaraderie Aboard HMS Wellington
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An Evening of Camaraderie Aboard HMS Wellington In a delightful fusion of tradition and camaraderie, the Old Dovorian Armed and Reserve Forces Group, alongside the OD London group, gathered for ...
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A Literary Treat at The Market Square Kitchen in Dover!
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A Literary Visit to Market Square Kitchen – On Friday, The Market Square Kitchen were delighted to welcome Gillian Holmes (POW 84–86)—also known to readers as acclaimed author Ginny Bell—to ...
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OD Club President Becomes Chairman of the Board of Trustees at St Saviour’s Medical Charity
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OD Club President Appointed Chairman of St Saviour’s Medical Charity -The Old Dovorian Club is proud to announce that President Edward Lewis has been appointed Chairman of the Board of ...
Old Dovorian Golf Society
ODGS “Nigel Tubman Invitational” 14th July Match Report
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ODGS “Nigel Tubman Invitational” 14th July Match Report -The Littlestone championship course is recognized as one of the premier links in the UK, and to play this wonderful course is ...
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Joshua Caskie (L09–14) on his engagement to Bianca Viljoen.
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Celebrating a Wonderful Milestone – Joshua Caskie (L09–14) on his engagement to Bianca Viljoen. -The Old Dovorian Club is delighted to extend its heartfelt congratulations to Joshua Caskie (L09–14) on ...
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Exciting New Historical Saga: Huscarl by Graham Dalby (S71–76)
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Exciting New Historical Saga: Huscarl by Graham Dalby (S71–76) – We’re delighted to spotlight the latest literary venture from Old Dovorian Graham Dalby—Huscarl, a sweeping historical saga set against the ...
Old Dovorian Golf Society
ODGS Match Report Tandridge – OD Invitational Event
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🌤 A Day at Tandridge – Classic Colt, Classic Camaraderie Tandridge once again delivered a magnificent day of golf, with the course in superb condition. Despite recent tropical temperatures, we ...
Old Dovorian Golf Society
ODGS Match Report – West Hill Golf Club
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Match Report – West Hill Golf Club, Friday 13th June 2025 This was the first of our ‘Home’ Fixture events, hosted by Richard Owen , who not only organised the ...
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Olivia Riccini (D06 – 13) Gets Published In the National Press
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🎉 Olivia Riccini (D06–13) Published in the National Press! We’re thrilled to share that alumna Olivia Riccini (D06–13) has been featured in the national press! Now a London-based luxury lifestyle ...
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Alicia Myers (D15–22) Gets Recognition At The “2025 Grad Film Awards”
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Alicia Myers (D15–22) Gets Recognition At The “2025 Grad Film Awards” – Celebrating Alicia Myers’ Award-Winning Success in Film Earlier this year, Alicia Myers (D15–22) returned to Dover College to ...
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Thomas Andrew Eccles (S06 – 09)
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Thomas Andrew Eccles. (S07 – 09) -In Loving Memory of Tom Eccles (OD – S07 – 09)   It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Thomas ...
Dover College
Dover College Welcomes New Governor
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Dover College Welcomes New Governor – The Club is proud to extend its heartfelt congratulations to Emeka Uzoukwu, MBA, on his appointment as a Governor of Dover College—the very institution ...
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Exciting News from the Old Dovorian Club!
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Exciting News from the Old Dovorian Club! We are thrilled to welcome three distinguished Old Dovorians to our Club’s Committee, marking a significant step toward balanced representation among our members. ...
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2025 Old Dovorian Club AGM Minutes
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The Old Dovorian Club Annual General Meeting 2025 – This year, the Club’s Annual General Meeting was held in The Refectory at Dover College on Saturday, 24th May 2025. The ...
Old Dovorian Golf Society
ODGS Match Report – ODGS Against Dover College
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ODGS Match Report – ODGS Against Dover College 27th May First, I would again like to thank Vicky Jones, of the College for an incredible College turnout, the largest so ...
Old Dovorian Cricket Club
The Rupert Hill Memorial Cricket Match
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The Rupert Hill Memorial Cricket Match The Rupert Hill memorial Cricket Match is fast approaching, so why not come along and either watch or take part in this inaugural match ...
Old Dovorian Groups
The Surrey Group Meet For Lunch
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The Surrey Group Meet For Lunch Sounds like the Surrey Group recent Lunch held on Friday 9thth of May 2025 was a fantastic gathering, filled with nostalgia and camaraderie! It’s ...
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London Summer Drinks Event
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The Old Dovorian Armed Forces & Reserve Forces Summer Drinks In Conjunction with The Old Dovorian London Group This fantastic event! Organised by the Old Dovorian Club Armed & Reserve ...
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Old Dovorians Meet To Remember Abiodum Otubushin (73 – 78)
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Old Dovorians Come Together To Remember Abiodun Otubshin (M73 – 78) On Saturday, 26th April 2025, a memorial service celebrating the life of Abiodun Otubushin (M73 – 78) was held ...
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Old Dovorian Club 2025 AGM Update
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Old Dovorian Club 2025 AGM NOTICE OF THE OLD DOVORIAN CLUB 2025 AGM.The Old Dovorian Club will be holding their 2025 AGM at Dover College on Saturday 24th May, starting ...
Old Dovorian Golf Society
Old Dovorian Golf Society 2025 Fixture List Is Launched
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Old Dovorian Golf Society 2025 Fixture List Is Launched This year we are reducing the number of golf fixtures by withdrawing from the Old Lawrencian events. However, we have introduced ...
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Kidd Waya L04 – 11, Empowering The Next Generation
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Kidd Waya L04 – 11, Empowering The Next Generation Kidd Waya (L04 – 11) Foundation launches an incredible initiative! The Kiddwaya Foundation’s commitment to youth empowerment and sustainable agriculture is ...
OD Trust
OD Trust Pledges To Match Every Pound Raised.
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The Old Dovorian Trust Have Pledged to Match Every Pound That Is Raised An update from Duncan Ellerington:Amazing News!! The OD Trust via the #olddovorianclub have very generously agreed to ...
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Jonny Heaver (L15 – 19) Gets Recognised By his Old University
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Jonny Heaver (L15 – 19) Gets Recognised By his Old University A massive congratulation must go to Jonny Heaver (L15 -19), who’s journey is truly inspiring! From founding Achiever Tutoring ...
Old Dovorian Cricket Club
Prof John Hearn (Staff 70 – 73) Represents Essex Seniors Once Again
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Prof John Hearn (Staff 70 – 73) Represents Essex Seniors At The Malta Cricket Tournament John Hearn’s (Staff 70 – 73) participation in the Malta Seniors Cricket Festival 2025 is ...
Dover College
New Headmaster Appointed
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New Headmaster Appointed at Dover College Dover College have just announced the appointment of Mr Phil Tattersall-king as the new Headmaster of Dover College, He will be officially taking up ...
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John Care (Me 71 – 76) Journey from Dover College to Sales Engineer to Renowned Author
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John Care (Me 71 – 76) Journey from Dover College to Sales Engineer to Renowned Author “What do you want to be when you grow up?” This is a question ...
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Old Dovorians, Family and Friends Remember Rupert Hill
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Old Dovorians, Family and Friends Celebrate the Life of Rupert Hill (S86 – 21, VP OD Club) On Saturday 22nd of February 2025, over 350 plus Old Dovorians, former work ...
Old Dovorian Golf Society
Message From The OD Golf Society Captain
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The OD Golf Society Captain Opening 2025 Message For those of us who have not escaped to warmer climates, the month of January and February have so far proved rather ...
Dover College
Simon Fisher, Headmaster Takes Up New Appointment At Kings Rochester
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Dover Colleges Headmaster Simon Fisher, Takes Up New Appointment At Kings Rochester. The Old Dovorian Club extends heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Simon Fisher on his recent appointment as Principal of ...
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The “Dovorian News Update” Edition 1, 2025
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“The Dovorian News Update” – Edition 1 The quote “The year 2025 is a fresh start, filled with endless opportunities” perfectly captures the spirit of the Old Dovorian Club as ...
Old Dovorian Groups
The Old Dovorian Armed & Reserve Forces Group Launches
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The Old Dovorian Club Armed and Reserve Forces Group Launches The Old Dovorian Club is thrilled to announce the formation of the latest Independent OD Group, which joins an ever-expanding ...
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Kimberly Sterling (D03 – 08) Receives Her Long Service and Good Conduct (LSGC) Medal
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Kimberly Sterling (D03 – 08) Receives Her Long Service and Good Conduct (LSGC) Medal Many congratulations to Kimberly on reaching this significant milestone in her career in the British Army! ...
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Duncan Ellerington’s (Staff 02 – 18 & VP of the OD Club) Runs the London Marathon
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Duncan Ellerington (Staff 02 – 18 & VP of the OD Club) Runs the London Marathon in Memory of Rupert Hill (Staff 1986 – 2021 & VP of the OD ...
Old Dovorian Club Social News
The 2025 Old Dovorian Club London Cocktail Party
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The 2025 Old Dovorian Club Cocktail Party Once again the Old Dovorian Club’s annual Cocktail Party at the RAF Club in London Piccadilly was a memorable and heart-warming event. It’s ...
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Form Dover College To Historical Royal Palaces
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Dover College To Historical Royal Palaces. Simon Hooper (L90 – 95) was asked by the Old Dovorian Club if he would consider contributing to a series of insights given by ...
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George Rupert Hill b. 13 July 1959 – d. 15 December 2024.
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George Rupert Hill b. 13 July 1959 – d. 15 December 2024. With great sadness and respect, the Old Dovorian Club reports the passing of George Rupert Hill (Staff 86 ...
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The Presidents Christmas Message
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Christmas Message From The President Of The Old Dovorian Club Dear Old Dovorians, The photo banner on the OD website of a bunch of us in our later 50s was ...
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Roger Charles Willcocks (P72 – 77)
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Roger Charles Willcocks (P72 – 77) It is with great sadness that the Old Dovorian Club reports the passing of Roger Willcocks. Roger was in Priory House and became Head ...
Old Dovorian Lodge
Old Dovorian Lodge Donates A Total of £4000.00 To The London Air Ambulance Appeal
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Old Dovorian Lodge Donates A Total of £4000.00 To The London Air Ambulance Appeal On Tuesday, 3rd December, the Old Dovorian Lodge held their regular meeting, during which the Lodge ...
Old Dovorian Groups
Old Dovorian Club Kent Group Meet Up In Dover
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Old Dovorian Club Kent Group Meet Up In Dover Yesterday evening, the Old Dovorian Club Kent Group held their informal Christmas get-together at the Red Lion in Dover, attended by ...
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Will Koning (L99 – 05) Enters “The Dragons Den”
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Will Koning (L99 – 05) Enters “The Dragons Den” This coming week, Will is going to be pitching about Meritt, a company he helped found, at the Dragons Den event ...
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OD Club Committee Member Visits Fellow Ukrainians at Dover College
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OD Club Committee Member Visits Fellow Ukrainians at Dover College On Saturday, 23rd November, Old Dovorian Club Committee member Igor Tkachuk (S 05 – 09) visited Dover College for a ...
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Abraham Asrat (M80 – 82) Shares His Thoughts On Lessons Learnt At Dover College
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Abraham Asrat MSc (M80 – 82) Shares His Thoughts On The Lessons He Learnt At Dover College Aberham Asrat (M80 – 82), who is living in Canada and working at ...
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Sam Smith (S17 – 24) Earners Sports Scholarship At Camden College USA
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Sam Smith (S17 – 24) Earns A Sports Scholarship to Camden College USA It’s great to see Old Dovorians succeed, particularly across the pond. Sam, who played football (soccer in ...
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Olivia Riccni (D06 – 13) Hits the Red Carpet !
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Olivia Riccni (D06 – 13) Starts Her Christmas Party Season In Style   You can tell that Christmas is nearly upon us when the Christmas party season starts. Olivia Riccni ...
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Three Generations of the Hill Family Attended The School Armistice Day Service at Dover College
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Three Generations of the Hill Family Attended The School Armistice Day Service at Dover College On Armistice Day this year, Rupert Hill (staff 86 – 21) who is a life ...
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Archie Grove (L14 – 24) Starts Army Career In The Royal Artillery
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Archie Grove (L14 – 24) Starts his army career in the Royal Artillery At the beginning of November, Archie, who left Dover College this summer, had his passing out parade, ...
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Professor Niall Logan OD.
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Professor Niall Logan, Old Dovorian It’s with great sadness that the Old Dovorian Club announces the passing of Professor Niall Logan. He joined Dover College from The City of London’s ...
Old Dovorian Golf Society
ODGS Brings The Curtain Down On Their 2024 Season
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The Curtain Comes Down On ODGS 2024 Season At Knole Park Golf Club ODGS Match Report – Knole Park The Dawes Cup Our final event of OD calendar year at ...
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Will Koning (L99 – 05) Meritt Co-founder
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Will Koning, (L99 – 05) Founder and CEO of Meritt Will is the founder and current CEO of Merrit. After leaving Dover College, he took on various roles mainly in ...
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Rodney David Kilbee (C58-62), b30.06.1944 d26.10.2024
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Rodney David Kilbee It’s with great sadness that the Old Dovorian Club have to announce the following statement from Michael Walter (C59 – 62) the President of the Old Dovorian ...
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Felicity Donnelly (M 04 – 15) will be touring with the National Theatre
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Felicity Donnelly (M 04 – 15) will be touring with the National Theatre Felicity Donnelly (M 04 – 15) will be touring with the National Theatre’s production of “War Horse”, ...
Old Dovorian Golf Society
Old Dovorian Golf Society Match Report
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Old Dovorian Golf Society Triangular Match at the West Surrey Golf Club, This year, the ODs and Old Eastbournians (OEs) were joined by a team representing the Old Reedonians (ORs) (after Old Honitonians withdrew). ...
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Old Dovorian Club London Cocktail Party 2025
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The Old Dovorian Club London Cocktail Party 2025 As Christmas and the New Year approach, January heralds the return of the annual Old Dovorian Club Cocktail Party. The Club extends ...
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Old Dovorians Meet Up In London
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This is what its all about, when life time friends get together, Friendships that have lasted for nearly 50 years. Recently Bruce Silvera (M76-81) visited the UK from his home ...
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Jean Tuckwell At 100
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Mrs Jean Tuckwell At 100 Years Old Special thanks to Tony Bunting (S60-65) for graciously granting permission to use his photos and for providing background on the significant event celebrating ...
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Gillian Holmes (POW 84 – 86) Publishes Her Latest Wartime Book
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Gillian Holmes (POW 84 – 86) Publishes Her Latest Wartime Book The Old Dovorian Club are thrilled to inform you that renowned author Gillian Holmes (POW 84 – 86) has ...
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Mike Walsh (S01 – 07) Runs The Berlin Marathon
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Mike Walsh (S01 – 07) Runs The Berlin Marathon 2024 Mike Walsh (S01 – 07) has completed the Berlin Marathon 2024. This event marked his third marathon and second World ...
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The Old Dovorian London Social Group
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We are pleased to announce that the Old Dovorian London Social Group is being established to organize social events, activities, and outings for ODs in London and its surrounding areas. ...
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Old Dovorians From The 1960’s & 70’s Meet Up
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On the evening of Thursday 26th September, #olddovorians from the 1960s and 1970s gathered at the #rafclub in London Piccadilly. The event, organized by Greg Radcliffe (C71–76) and Robert McAlpin ...
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Macey Leigh nee’ Hadler (D14 -18) Completes the London Big Half
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On Sunday, 1st September, Macey Leigh, formerly Hadler (D14 – 18), participated in the London “Big Half” Marathon, following months of rigorous training and countless hours running on the roads ...
Dover College
The Gate House Gets A New Roof
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Over the summer holidays, several renovation projects were carried out to enhance the estate and facilities at Dover College. Notable improvements include the resurfacing of the Astroturf, a new roof ...
Old Dovorian Cricket Club
Old Dovorian Cricket Club Match Report
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The 18th of August saw the eagerly anticipated rematch between Old Dovorian Cricket Club and Folkestone Cricket Club, a thrilling encounter that yielded over 500 runs and more than 16 ...

Old Dovorian Club & Groups Events Calendar

13 September 2025
Join the ODCC at the Folkestone Cricket Festival – Saturday 13th September 2025
All day
Folkestone Cricket Club, Three Hills Sports Park, Cheriton Road,
Folkestone, Kent CT19 5JU United Kingdom

The Old Dovorian Cricket Club is proud to continue building on its flourishing relationship with Folkestone Cricket Club, following 18 months of collaboration and support. This year, we’re thrilled to […]

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07 October 2025
Old Dovorian Lodge Regular Meeting
5:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Freemasons Hall Great Queen Street London, 60 Great Queen Street,
London, WC2B 5AZ United Kingdom

The Old Dovorian Lodge will be holding their regular Meeting at Freemasons Hall, Tuesday 7th October 2025. For further information please contact the Lodge Secretary via email at olddovorianlodge@gmail.com

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09 October 2025
OD Golf Society West Surrey GC Triangular
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
West Surrey Golf Club, Enton Green
Godalming, Surrey GU8 5AF United Kingdom

Thursday 9th October 2025 at West Surrey GC The ODGS will be holding there usual the Triangular match at West Surrey GC  on Thursday 9th October 2025, for more information […]

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02 December 2025
Old Dovorian Lodge Regular Meeting
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Freemasons Hall Great Queen Street London, 60 Great Queen Street,
London, WC2B 5AZ United Kingdom

The Old Dovorian Lodge will be holding their regular Meeting at Freemasons Hall, Tuesday 2nd December 2025. For further information please contact the Lodge Secretary via email at olddovorianlodge@gmail.com

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