John Dunn in Boulogne 1960s Here we see a great photo of John Dunn and his pals on a day trip to Boulogne in the early ’60s. In John’s own [ … ]
Under 14s Hockey XI – 1967
Under 14s Hockey XI 1967 – Photo: Adrian Taylor With many thanks to Adrian Taylor, here is a great photo of the Chatham House Under 14s Hockey XI in 1967. [ … ]
Golf Day 2026
OR Golf Day Friday 10th April 2026 We were once again very fortunate to have fine weather for the Old Ruymian Golf Day at the North Foreland Golf Course. The [ … ]
2026 Old Ruymians’ Club AGM Agenda
All ORC Full Members (Subscription paid) are eligible to vote at the AGM on 27th June 2026. If you are attending please download and print your copy of the Agenda [ … ]
Family Memories – Stafford, 1941
Ronald and Eustace Applegate 1941 Here’s a lovely family photo of Ronald (Left) and Eustace Applegate sent in by Alison Taylor nee Applegate – Eustace’s daughter. A photo from the [ … ]
Jungfraujoch – the “Top of Europe” – Geography Field Trip, 1989.
Jungfraujoch 1989, courtesy of Brian Smith A Geography field trip taking a break 3000m up at Jungfraujoch in 1989 – kindly sent in to us by Brian Smith. There’s at [ … ]
Cecil Hogarth – St Peter’s Refuse “Dig” – 1969
Cecil Hogarth at the St Peter’s Refuse tip dig in 1969. Our HonSec was there too! Were you..?
Thomas’ House – 1968-9
Thomas’ House 1968-9 (possibly later?) kindly sent in by Richard Lane, son of Roy Lane (also variously known as “Sam” or “Bronco”). Norman (Fred) Cox centre, with Roger “Ty” Harding. [ … ]
Thomas’ House – 1974-75
Thomas’ House again – this time from 1974-75 – also kindly sent in by Richard Lane. Norman (Fred) Cox still Housemaster. Dave Impey 2nd from left seated? Nick Smith 2nd [ … ]
Chatham House Radio Society – 1947
A self-explanatory photo from 1947. Christopher J T Carr (no relation to our Hon Sec!) attended Chatham House during the 1940s. After leaving the School he did his National Service [ … ]
British Empire XI vs. “A Kent XI” – 1945
A cricket match was held on 15th September 1945 between the British Empire XI and “A Kent XI” at Chatham House in aid of the Red Cross and St John [ … ]
Roy “Sam” Lane’s Retirement Party – 1982
A stunning find! Here we can see Roy Lane (variously known as “Sam” and “Bronco”) at his retirement celebrations after 34 years at the School, with his contemporaries, in the [ … ]
Thornton’s House – 1965
Another great photo from Richard Lane (thanks!) – this time of Thornton’s House in 1965 with a young Roy Lane and Dave Cookson. Any names?
Thornton’s House – 1967-68
Thornton’s House again – this time from 1967-68 with Dave Cookson, Roy Lane and Bob Tuppen (who is also an OR!) Who do you remember in this line-up? Cock House?
Harold Millsted – 1966
For those who remember the great Harold Millsted… From the Isle of Thanet Gazette in January 1966 – a preview of the upcoming Operetta at the Granville Theatre. Additional information: [ … ]
Swimming Team, June 1952
Another great photo. This time of the Swimming Team, June 1952. On the left is a young Sam Cawthorne and on the right is a young Roy Lane. The youngest [ … ]
Taddy’s Barn Lunch Social – 16th April 2026, 1pm
We will be holding another Old Ruymians’ Club Lunch at Taddy’s Barn, and we’d love you to come along! The lunch is being held on 16th April 2026 at 1:00pm. Let [ … ]
In Memoriam – David Burney
We have recently been informed that David Burney, who taught Economics, Business and Leisure and Tourism at the School from 1991 to 2015 has passed away. Alongside his teaching commitments, [ … ]
Annual Reunion Dinner, 2026
https://www.oldruymians.co.uk/old-ruymians-club-annual-reunion-dinner-27th-june-2026/ HonSec@oldruymians.co.uk
Chatham House Masters’ Autographs – 1921
From our Hon Sec’s personal collection of Memorabilia – the signatures of the Chatham House Masters in 1921 just prior to full amalgamation with the County School in 1922. Look [ … ]