Old Bradfordians

At @BradfordGrammar our Old Bradfordians are the greatest testament to the opportunities our School creates

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Returning to school today for Clock House Prize Giving was OB, Dr Amir Khan (1999). Amir shared with students his journey from BGS to doctor, lecturer, writer and broadcaster—and his belief in the spirit of ‘Hoc Age’ to give everything a go. “Effort matters more than anything.”

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Who is watching The Bombing of Pan AM 103, currently running on the BBC? We have two BGS Head Boys starring in this production! Joe Layton (2009) and John Hollingworth (1998) @JAHollingworth help tell the true story of the bombing of a passenger flight over Lockerbie in 1988.

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Bradford really did put on a show today for our King and Queen. And at the forefront of that show were our Old Bradfordians. Pioneers, social innovators, entrepreneurs and performers. We are so very proud of all of you and thank you for making our City a place to be proud of.

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@DrAsifQasim @BBCLeeds @Bradford_TandA @officialbantams @bradford2025 OBs Jake Keating and Peter Parker at the very back in fine voice!

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OBs Jake Keating (2016) and Peter Parker (1999) pictured at the back performing for HRH today as part of the Bradford City’s choir - Bantam of the Opera - at Cartwright Hall.

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Wow! The King is being treated to a performance by the Bantam of the Opera choir, a group of Bradford City fans taught to sing opera by BBC Radio Leeds during Bradford’s year as UK City of Culture.

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We invite our OBs and their families to a day on the river on the 21st of June. Come and join BGS in the Saltaire sunshine for rowing, races and a BBQ lunch. To attend either as a rower or spectator, please email Simon Darnborough: [email protected].

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Congratulations to OB @EmileCairess on your selection to the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo!

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First on the plane to Tokyo 🛫

@EmileCairess and Calli Hauger-Thackery will compete for GB & NI in the marathon at the World Athletics Championships this summer �First on the plane to Tokyo 🛫

@EmileCairess and Calli Hauger-Thackery will compete for GB & NI in the marathon at the World Athletics Championships this summer 🔥

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OBs -Check your emails to get full details about the Hoc Age Festival of Sport back at BGS and in Bradford next month. We're putting on hockey, rugby, rowing, netball, cricket and golf. The perfect opportunity to meet old friends and take on current pupils in the games and races.

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A rare interview from the BBC this week with OB David Hockney (1952).

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David Hockney: People used to laugh at my accent, but who's laughing now? https://t.co/n5g6eAFkrQ

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An exception showcase of our alumni, David Hockney (1952) at the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris. Our 1662 campaign supporters got together to celebrate his life’s work at the exhibition opening today. It’s a must see!

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Fresh back from Argentina is OB trail runner, Amelie Lane (2024), who conquered 24km in Ushuaia, Patagonia. Amelie ran a stellar race in the UTMB World Series Under 20s category, coming 3rd overall and the first female back out of 480 runners. Congratulations Amelie!

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@DrAsifQasim Happy Eid al-Fitr Asif!

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Tony Kingham, the former BGS teacher who inspired generations of XC runners, celebrated what was his 500th Park Run, with a special appearance from former pupil Alistair Brownlee yesterday. Congratulations Tony!

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Our Spring Term newsletter is now ready to view here: https://t.co/MokftLtGg0

Catch up on BGS and Old Bradfordian news, plus find out about events taking place in the coming months. #hocage`

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Thanks to all the donors who have given early ahead of the BGS Giving Day on the 27 and 28 March. Here is a quote from recent donor, Geoff Hirst (1963), on why he gives back to BGS. To support our Assisted Places programme visit: https://t.co/HP1aiMQsqW #betheone #hocage

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Call out to OB swimmers to join the annual Swimming and Water Polo Gala at BGS later this month. If you enjoyed aquatic events and want to meet up with OBs then please book here: https://t.co/oEJlBvT0VY.
The OBs have been victorious in Water Polo for 40 years. Let's make it 41!

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Bradford Grammar School Giving Day is 27 & 28 March 2025. Join us as we aim to raise £100,000 to fully fund an Assisted Place, transforming the life of one child in West Yorkshire. If you would like to donate early, simply visit: https://t.co/MOwrRIirv3
#betheone

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Inspiring the next generation. Dr Amir Khan (1999) came back to BGS today to talk to budding medics and aspiring media professionals. A lively session in which pupils heard how Amir developed a multifaceted career whilst offering listeners advice for their futures. @DrAmirKhanGP

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Flashback Friday. 1989…The year that Tim Berners-Lee invented the World Wide Web, the Berlin Wall fell and this was the BGS Rugby 2nd XV team. Who do you recognise?

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Throwback Thursday and we bring you the Upper Sixth class of 2011. In their final year, Instagram was launched, One Direction was formed and Prince William and Kate Middleton got married. Are you on this year group photo?