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On Saturday 9th May, the Blue Plaque on the childhood home of Sir Harry Hinsley (QM1929-36) at 28 Rowland Street, Walsall, was unveiled by the Mayor of Walsall, Councillor Peter Smith.  It was a lovely occasion, although rather cold, and the Hinsley family turned out in force:  two of Sir Harry’s three children (Clarissa and […]

The Collier Centre was built with funds donated by Old Marians, current and past Parents of pupils, and friends of the School.  It was completed in time for the Opening Ceremony in September 2012 and a book was compiled to commemorate the event.  Here is a taster ….. To purchase a full copy, please go to […]

On Friday 27th June 2014 we put on an exhibition of Art from the Art Department and a few from the Arnold Fellows Collection – the first time the pictures have been shown since they were donated to the School: [Show thumbnails]

On Thursday 17th July 2014 the Gates were collected and taken away to be refurbished: they were returned on Saturday 6th September just in time to be “re-opened” at the Annual Dinner [Show thumbnails]

A few pictures from the Dinner in 2015, and the one in 2014. [Show thumbnails] Also click here to see a picture story about the Memorial Gates as shown at the Dinner (be patient, it takes a minute or two to get going!)  

I have been delighted recently to have been involved in cataloguing and checking the Arnold Fellows Collection of paintings and drawings owned by the School. This may come as a surprise to many, as for about 20 years the collection has been stored awaiting the resolution of legalities of the bequest by Arnold Fellows, who […]

Below please find some pictures of the Dedication of the Plaque to all Old Marians who gave their lives in the service of their country QM CCF ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 4