Captain Robin Batt (OP 1961-64) took part in the annual service of remembrance at the Cenotaph on Sunday in the presence of His Majesty The King.  Robin, a former Master of the Honorable Comapny of Master Mariners (2022-23) laid a wreath on behalf of all those who saw service in the Merchant Navy and who made the ultimate sacrifice.  More than 30,00 Merchant seamen lost their lives in World War II.

Remebrance Sunday was also marked at the College, in the beautiful and appropriate surroundings of the Falkland Islands Chapel, where the 178 OPs who gave their lives were remembered alongside all who have died in the service of their country.  Wreaths were laid on behalf of the College, the OP Society, the PPA, the Governors and also by the Guest of Honour Mr Neil Tomlin OBE and a representative from RAF Benson.

Mr Neil Tomlin OBE took the Remembrance Sunday salute. Neil is in his fourth year as a Headmaster of Hall Grove Prep School in Surrey. Before joining Hall Grove, he served for 24 years in the British Army, gaining valuable experience working in diverse environments, managing complex operations both at home and in combat abroad. He has been awarded the Queen's Commendation for Valuable Service and the OBE for his leadership and performance on operations and at home.

Chief Cadet Captains of College, Kit (Upper Sixth, Hesperus) and Grace (Upper Sixth, St George) led the Parade and the chapel service was held by The Reverend Neil Jeffers. In the afternoon, the marching band went on to lead the village Remembrance Parade. Watch the full Remembrance service on our YouTube Channel: Remembrance Service 2024