THEPETERITE

NO. 405 1987-1988 Mr. D. H. Hamilton Mr. P. G. Croft Mr. L. C. Le Tocq Mr. D. G. Cummin The Second Masters THE PETERITE

1987-1988 No. 405

Contents

PAGE PAGE Commemoration 2 Cricket 45 G.C.S.E. Results 5 Rugby 51 Senior Common Room 7 Hockey 58 School Notes 7 Tennis 61 Chapel 11 Boat Club 63 The Weather 12 Cross Country 64 Barry Daniel 13 Squash 66 Careers 17 Netball 67 Music 19 Swimming 68 Drama 22 Athletics 68 Expeditions 25 Oxford Cup 70 Societies 32 Archives 70 Combined Cadet Force 33 Old Peterite Club 72 House Notes 35 Obituaries 76 Literary Section i—iv

I apologise for the very late appearance of this edition of The Peterite. I am grateful for everyone's patience, and most of all I appreciate those who have given help and encouragement in its production.

We mourn the passing of David Cummin and extend our sympathy to his family. A full appreciation of his marvellous service to St. Peter's School will appear in the next issue of the magazine.

1 Commemoration Somewhere in his memoirs Harold Macmillan records what a retired officer of the regiment said to him when he joined the Grenadier Guards as a young subaltern. "My boy", the old officer said, "When I joined the battalion it was run by the Sergeant Major, and a very fine battalion it was. When I retired it was run by the Adjutant, and it wasn't too bad. Now, they tell me, it is run by the Commanding Officer. All I can say is "God help them'." As the nearest thing in St. Peter's to a commanding officer I note your sympathetic response to that story as I stand before you once again to welcome you to Commemoration, to give some account of the academic year now almost completed and to offer some observations, general and particular, on the academic environment of which this school is a part and on the opportunities with which this educational scene presents us for the future. As the Commanding Officer I occupy what is sometimes described as a lonely and rather exposed position. It is true that the post of Head Master has its pressures and stresses, although I do wonder what job carrying responsibility does not. Indeed I am reminded of the headmaster who was asked how he coped with the strain and how he slept at night. "Oh! I sleep like a baby", he replied. "The first hour I sleep, the second hour I cry and the rest of the night I'm on the bottle." There are, however, several ractors which lessen the pressures and make what is for me an exciting and challenging job. There is first the loyalty and professional skill of the teaching staff. Their commitment and their dedication are considerable, and Prize Giving each year gives me the opportunity to put my sincere thanks to them on record. Then there are you, the parents, who, in these times when headmasters are directed to market their schools and run them as businesses (I hasten to say on a non-profit making basis), are our customers. I thank the parents for their continuing support of what we are trying to accomplish. I hope that you as customers are of the satisfied variety and that we as a business are giving you value for money. I wish to add last, but not least, my thanks to the School's Governors and to you in particular, Mr. Dean, as their chairman for all the help, support and encouragement given to me since I became Head Master in 1985. Enough about me as the Commanding Officer! My first duty and welcome task is to thank you, my Lord Mayor, and the Civic Party for honouring us with your presence earlier in the Minster and now at the School. It means much to us that St. Peter's is part of York's great and long history, and these valued links are again renewed by the privilege of having you, York's first citizen, with us this morning. Thanks are also due to you, Mr. Provost, for your sermon an hour or so ago. I first met John Allen when I was a very callow headmaster in Bristol and he a wise and accomplished Senior Chaplain of Bristol University. The effectiveness of his ministry among his students can be gauged by the wisdom of his words to us this morning. It is a personal pleasure for me to renew my acquaintance with him today: it has also been a privilege for all of us to hear him earlier, and we thank him warmly. In greeting Sir Richard Norman we are welcoming back to St. Peter's someone who knows us well. In 1965 Sir Richard moved from Oxford to become founding Professor of Chemistry at the then new University of York, and in 1981 he became the University's nominee on our Governing Body. In 1977 he was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society; in 1983 he became Chief Scientific Adviser to the Ministry of Defence; a year ago he received his KBE; and only yesterday he was admitted as Rector of Exeter College, Oxford. In Sir Richard we have a distinguished scholar and scientist, a public servant of distinction, a resident of York and a generous friend of this School. We look forward shortly to hearing him address us, and we welcome him and Lady Norman with enthusiasm and thanks. It is customary on these occasions for headmasters to give the fullest account of the year's academic and other successes. However, I know how tedious that process can be, and I would rather leave you inwardly to digest the details of our record in next term's Peterite, giving you today a briefer and more brisk 'snap-shot' of what has happened in the last twelve months. First, both St. Peter's and St. Olave's are full to capacity with very healthy demand for places at all entry points. Then of course this year has seen the introduction of co-education from 8 to 18 with immediate and significant numbers of girls coming into the Junior School. Our new middle school girls in St. Peter's also deserve a mention: they have not only survived but achieved much, and both they and their male contemporaries merit congratulation for the ease with which they have been assimilated into the full life of the School. I am not being complacent when I say that nothing at all this year has made me doubt the wisdom of our decision to take this relevant and significant step forward in the School's further development. Our academic achievements remain strong, especially when it is borne in mind that we admit into St. Olave's pupils at 8, 9 and 10 and give them assured admission into the Senior School and the GCSE courses. Also we are proud of our continuing links with Oxford and Cambridge (with three of our seven Oxbridge leavers going up to Balliol College where they may or may not resist developing "that tranquil conciousness of effortless superiority" which Asquith described as the special mark of the Balliol man). It is significant too that the large majority of our 'A' level pupils gain the results which admit them to degree courses and that the numbers of those who leave us at the end of the fifth form year remains minute. We have continued to do well in the traditional games while offering wide opportunities in both team and individual sports. Here is a selection from our achievements this year: the Rugby XV won 7 of its 12 matches and was victorious in its three Spanish tour fixtures at Easter; our girls' hockey team won over half of its 22 games and had a half- term Scottish tour; squash flourishes (won 7, lost 2) and also toured over a half-term break; the boys' hockey XI lost only one inter-school match; the new Alcuin tennis courts have produced results as good as our new facilities are spectacular; both boys' and girls' cross-country achieved much in the York Schools' trials with many of our runners being chosen for district teams; our rowers have done well defeating university crews in the Bradford Regatta to win its Novice Fours competition; our continuing strength in cricket is sustained by the first-class quality

2 of our wicket and ground and by our hosting of the prestigious Schools' Cricket Festival which starts here tomorrow. Moving on from sport and metaphorically and swiftly operating our slide carousel, what do we see? Kiss Me Kate enjoyed immensely by large audiences; band and orchestral performances that get better and better; a flourishing Combined Cadet Force which secured a fine report after its biennial inspection; splendid money-raising efforts for charity - the Silly Night, the non-uniform day, Chapel collections, in all at least £2,500 raised (and this does not include such commendable self-help enterprises as the Rowing Club's barbecue and the Tennis Club's sponsored twenty-four hour 'marathon'); English Speaking Union scholarships won by three of our upper sixth formers who take up places in American schools for the coming year; a careers service which has again run 'Understanding Industry' courses and arranged the well-represented and informative Old Peterite careers forum; the week's visit by Father Barry Orford of the Community of the Resurrection; our well-planned voluntary Sung Encharists and Choral Evensongs, not forgetting our lively weekday Chapel services and our chaplain's challenging and varied 'thoughts for the day'. What else? There were our six senior boys and girls on the BBC 'Open Air' programme going out live from Manchester; there was Bruce Kent of CND taking part in a particularly lively sixth form session on nuclear disarmament; there have been fine team and individual wins in the York and District Schools' chess league; there was the Science Society's Great Egg Race; and, thanks to many members of staff, there has been a remarkably varied range of holiday expeditions which have included Paris, the Loire Valley, Snowdonia, the Sahara, the First World War battle sites, sailing off the Scottish islands and skiing in Austria, to name but some. All this - work, sport, culture, adventure, enterprise - spells out a community the majority of whose pupils are successful, busy, fulfilled and, I hope above all, happy. It has not been an unsatisfactory year. Before I move on to say something of the future this is surely the appropriate moment to pay tribute to those on the staff who are leaving us this year. I want first of all to mention Frank Maddison, the head of our maintenance department, who has been in the School's service for 39 years, he epitomises the great loyalty of those, besides the teaching staff, who contribute so much to our welfare and success. We acknowledge Frank's fine dedication and considerable craftsmanship: si monumentum requiris go into Chapel and see the splendid choir stalls made by him and two others in memory of Kenneth Rhodes. A very long and very happy retirement to Frank the Plank. We also say our farewells to John Rigby and Miggy Biller. John has been a member of staff for many years and has contributed much to the teaching of Politics especially and also to History and English, and his fine sporting qualifications have been of considerable benefit to our games programme. Miggy Biller leaves us for York Sixth Form College, and the gain of their Mathematics department is a keen loss to ours. She is a gifted teacher of her subject as her results with our top-level mathematicians have always shown. But there has been more than this: her help with the careers department and, as important, her unofficial, sensible and comprehensive advice ever available to individual pupils whenever they have sought her guidance. We thank her and wish her well. We hope too that both she and John Rigby and their respective spouses will feel able to retain links with the community of the School. Now no doubt you all know the fact that if the Head Master is the shepherd of his flock then the Second Master is the little crook at the top of his staff. The School owes an immense debt to this particular crook. The post of Second Master is not easy. In addition to normal teaching duties (and Peter Croft has been a thorough and inspiring classicist) the administrative and disciplinary burdens are considerable: all those ideas and schemes and instructions which are merely bubbles in the Head Master's gin and tonic become for his deputy the actions which have to be executed. Also the delicate nature of the Second Master's role in being a link between Head Master and staff and Head Master and senior pupils cannot be under-estimated, and deputies elsewhere and less resilient than Peter have buckled under the pressure. (I hope that Mr. Hamilton will not be handing me his resignation this afternoon-, because he has the good wishes of everybody as he succeeds to these new responsibilities.) One thing more about Peter Croft - I owe a particular personal debt to him: a headmaster has much to learn when he takes up his appointment in what is to him a new and unknown school. I have greatly valued Peter's counsel, confidence and loyalty, and my wife and I have, above all, cherished his friendship over these last three years. We all join in wishing him a long, healthy and happy retirement. I turn now to the wider educational environment. I think that you will agree with me that Education (with a capital 'E') has recently been flavour more of the year than of the month. What is today's environment for independent schools such as St. Peter's? It is one in which political threats and to some extent economic difficulties appear to have receded. For instance it is difficult to imagine a future party manifesto advocating our abolition, and seemingly steady economic growth and favourable tax changes make our material situation somewhat more encouraging. But we would be foolish indeed if this warmer climate were to make us slip into a torpor of self- satisfaction: the changing and challenging educational scene demands from us continuing and critical review and response. For example, new examinations and curricular systems crowd in. We have GCSE already with us (incidentally absorbed and welcomed in this school with sufficient resources but with extra teaching and extra learning demands, and with some trepidation about the results next month when accurate assessment and standardisation may initially be less than satisfactory). There are 'A/S' levels which we have been wise not to adopt prior to the publication of the Higginson Committee's report on the future of 'A' levels (its rejection by the Secretary of State is to me a disappointing setback in the desirable and much needed process of broadening the sixth form curriculum). We have sets of initials such as CPVE and TVEI and with them the prospect of yet more vocationally based courses which may in time influence the content of our own more traditional educational fare. We also have the Baker Education Bill with its national curriculum which we will not be required to follow but will be wise to heed. Indeed our own middle school curriculum is already both flexible and wide, with due weight already being given to creative, cultural and technological disciplines. It is our hope that the new national

3 curriculum will not be so prescriptive, not so much a straitjacket, that it does damage to our existing healthily broad range of middle school academic subjects. The Education Bill also points the way towards City Technology Colleges, opting-out by grant-maintained schools, open enrolment and school-based financial management. We who believe in independent education, in academic selection and excellence and in parental freedom of choice surely welcome these increased opportunities for diversity and variety in the maintained sector. We must also bear in mind that these developments are bound to maked the state system more attractive and thus more effective as our competitors. They will also stimulate both the pace and the substance of educational change. This is then yet another good reason to make sure that we here are ourselves in the vanguard of good educational practice and adaptation. There are also other challenges to keep us on our toes: the single European trading community coming in 1992, the relentless development of computer and information technology, the continuing need for the British economy to be made competitive with the capacity to encourage entrepreneurial spirit and the creation of wealth, and the special imperatives which we face as members of a multi-cultural and multi-faith (sadly perhaps a non-faith) society. It is to changes such as these that schools such as ours, with no high fences to shelter behind, must respond. What practical steps are we at St. Peter's taking to meet these new demands? Concerning capital developments the way ahead for the School becomes the clearer. We are formulating plans to adapt some of our classrooms into subject areas, with additional resources especially for the teaching of Mathematics and Modern Languages; we hope to develop our recently acquired Methodist church halls for enhanced music, drama and careers provision; we plan the conversion of our present drama centre into a library worthy of the School's academic repute and including a much more comprehensive book stock and modern systems of information retrieval; and there is an urgent need to replace some of our Junior School teaching units with a more modern and functional classroom block. These are exciting developments about which you will hear more in due course. You can guess that it will be only the encouragement, enthusiasm and support of parents, former pupils and those others who hold this school special that will make possible the advancement and realisation of these objectives. In his recent autobiography Sir John Harvey Jones, the former and very successful Chairman of ICI, says that the essential tasks for British industrial firms are to prune their costs, sharpen their objectives and re-assess their values. This is no bad advice either for independent schools. We prune our costs by careful and thorough management and control. We are sharpening our objectives in the context of fast-changing educational, national and international demands. We must also always be re-assessing our values, mindful at the same time of the values which we have inherited from our predecessors. As we change, adapt and develop we must not lose sight of the legacy of the past. And this means particularly at St. Peter's our Christian heritage and traditions. The changes for the future also require the values implicit in our history. It is our duty as a school not only to prepare our pupils for the academic and intellectual demands of the next century but also to meet these in the framework of a community in which there is care and trust and respect. ' Yes' to the challenge of the future; 'Yes' also to the moral values of the past. Here are this Commanding Officer's marching orders, and here too is my own good fortune in having the exciting responsibility of attempting to carry them out.

4 Prize List

NORMAN T. CROMBIE MEMORIAL PRIZE Nigel Muirhead K. H. RHODES PRIZE Nigel Durham B. M. A. PRIZE FOR SCIENCE Nigel Durham THE DEAN OF YORK-S PRIZE FOR LATIN James Mee WHYTEHEAD MEMORIAL PRIZE FOR DIVINITY William Lamb TOYNE PRIZE FOR EUROPEAN HISTORY Alistair Fernie GEOGRAPHY PRIZES: Senior Robert Glover Junior Edward Carling L. C. LE. TOCQ PRIZE FOR ECONOMICS Rebecca Kettlewell SKRENTNY PRIZES FOR CREATIVE WRITING Peter Midgley, Peter Nowell BRIAN HOLBECHE MEMORIAL PRIZE FOR A CRITICAL ESSAY Douglas Tulley JACK BRITTAIN MEMORIAL PRIZES FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL ESSAY: IVth Form Antony Dunn, Simon Gildener Bird Form Timothy Cordier JOHN CROOK PRIZE FOR POETRY Alistair Fernie THE OLD PETERITE CLUB READING PRIZES: Senior Alistair Fernie, Sebastian Walker Junior Antony Dunn ROBIN SHANNON MEMORIAL PRIZE FOR SPOKEN ENGLISH Richard Ambrose RICHARD ATKINSON MEMORIAL PRIZES FOR DRAMA Nicola Bell, Alistair Fernie, Lisa Myers ARTHUR CRAVEN MEMORIAL PRIZES FOR SPOKEN FRENCH: Senior David James Junior Richard Ambrose FRENCH ESSAY PRIZE Alistair Fernie GERMAN PRIZE Marianne Klar DRONFIELD MATHEMATICS PROJECT PRIZE FOR LOWER SIXTH .. John Jacobs MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE PRIZES Rebecca Sharrock, Richard Tatterton, Paul Wand WALTER SMITH PRIZE FOR BIOLOGY Catherine Towers WALTER SMITH PRIZE FOR GCSE PRACTICAL WORK Roger Sangwin DAVIDSON PRIZE FOR CHEMISTRY Richard Quickfall WILCOX PRIZE FOR PHYSICS Charles Dent FRANK PICK PRIZE FOR DESIGN Stephen Chung ART PRIZES: Senior Kathryn Prest Junior Nicholas Birch CRAFT, DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY PRIZES Paul Reah, Roger Sangwin PADDY POWER PRIZE Stephen Cole ORANGE-BROMEHEAD PRIZE FOR STRING INSTRUMENT ACCOMPLISHMENT James Rigby MUSIC PRIZES: Vlth Form Rosalind Turner, Vincent Bates Vth Form Jason Wright Illrd Form Martin Kershaw

Form Prizes

Vth Form Edward Carling, James Mee, Leon Panitzke, Peter Wallis IVth Form Jason Ayers, Anthony Curtis, Joby Taylor, Matthew Williams Illrd Form Reza Ahmad, Benjamin Fraser, Ian Gordon, Ashoke Kundu

THE MERIT CUP WAS WON BY DRONFIELD HOUSE

G.C.S.E. Results 1988 Grades A, B or C only S. Y. M. Al-Bassam, (9); P. M. Alexander, (9); G. R. A. B. Atkinson, (3): P. B. Nowell, (9); L. C. Panitzke, (8); E. I. W. Parry, (9); J. R. Penty, (8) E. C. Barker, (2); N. Barnes, (2); D. J. Bell, (9); N. Birch, (8): L. B. Pratt, (6); G. J. Proudley, (9); R. M. J. Pyne, (9); M. C. Pyrah, (4) C. M. A. Black (10); C. T. Blacker, (5); S. C. Bowen, (7); J. T. B. Bowling, (5); M. B. Qualter, (1); D. M. S. Quickfall, (6); P. J. Reah, (9); R. P. Ridu, (1) D. J. Britton (9); P. D. Brown, (7); S. R. Brown, (10); A. J. Bryan, (9): S. A. C. Robinson, (1); C. J. Rodwell, (9); A. Roy, (9); R. P. Sangwin, (8) H. P. Burrell, (6); E. E. Carling (10); J. R. Clark, (4); J. R. G. Davidson, (9); K. Q. Schoeman, (6); R. P. Scott, (5); A. I. Senior, (9); A. N. Sharp, (7) M. J. Davies, (9); N. J. Dawkins, (9); R. D. Freling, (9); A. R. Gage, (9); J. P. Simpson, (9); C. A. Smith, (9); J. W. Smith, (6); B. Taylor, (9) M. D. Gill, (5); M. D. Greensit, (3); R. S. Griggs, (9); J. R. Hewinesf (9); S. A. Towers, (7); D. Tunstall, (9); T. C. Tutill, (9); P. J. R. Wallis, (10) P. J. Jackson, (3); J. Lewis, (9); B. J. Lovell, (6); J. E. Martindale, (9): T. A. Ward, (9); D. H. Williams, (4); T. S. Wilson, (9); P. A. Winrow, (9) J. A. R. Mee, (9); J. F. Meehan, (9); M. H. Mellor, (10); C. H. Metcalfe, (8); P. D. Wreggitt, (9); R. J. Wright, (8); G. E. Yardley, (5). P. J. Midgley, (7); A. Mondal, (9); B. R. Morrison, (9); J. D. Newhill, (6);

5 G.C.E. "A" Level Results 1988

N. L. Allison, (1); A. M. Aspden, (5); S. J. Atkinson, (4); M. R. K. Bagley, (2): D. J. James, (4); R. A. Kettlewell, (4); S. Khanna, (4); M. A. Kilby, (2); P. J. King, (3); C. S. Ball-Dodd, (4); P. R. Barnes (4); N. E. Bell, (4); S. R. K. Black, (2): J. L. Kitwood, (4); M. Klar, (4); W. R. S. Lamb, (4); J. M. Laverack, (3); T. R. Bletcher (3); P. S. Bond, (5); R. H. Bramall, (4); M. E. Briggs, (4); J. M. Leatt, (1); J. H. Mellor, (2); D. F. L. Midwinter, (4); A. P. Mindenhall, (3); P. C. Bryan, (4); I. W. Burdass, (3); D. C. M. Burdon, (3); M. R. Butler, (2); T. I. Moodycliffe, (1); S. L. Morris, (4); N. D. Muirhead, (3); M. Mullins, (4); N. M. Chippindale, (2); S. O. Cole, (3); E. E. Cowl, (2); J. E. Craven, (5); F. J. Mutter, (3); S. J. Nellis, (3); J. M. Parr, (4); W. G. N. Pemberton, (1); P. A. Craven, (1); C. R. Dent, (5); M. R. Doncaster, (4); M. D. Donoghue, (1); D. M. Penty, (4); K. A. Prest, (3); S. M. Proudley, (2); R. J. H. Quickfall, (5); N. P. Durham, (5); A. M. L. Fernie, (6); M. A. Firby, (4); J. Gaunt, (1); J. N. Renshaw, (2); S. V. Richards, (1); J. I. Robinson, (4); W. J. Robinson, (2); A. C. Gibbs, (4); T. G. Gilman, (3); R. D. Glover, (4); J. L. Grace, (2); S. P. Sacco, (4); R. J. Sharrock, (5); R. A. Sowray, (1); M. D. Spence, (1); J. D. Grainger, (5); N. Green, (4); M. R. Grewer, (2); R. M. Hall, (3); C. S. Harris, (2); J. D. Stubbs, (3); R. C. Tatterton, (5); R. J. Taylor, (4); P. M. Thompson (3); D. A. Harrison, (4); L. C. Heslop, (3); J. P. Hewitt, (4); C. J. Hill, (4); R. M. Torlesse, (3); C. E. Towers, (4); M. Tozer, (1); D. G. F. Tulley, (4); N. E. Hobson, (2); P. J. M. Holt, (1); W. Honing, (1); J. G. Horton, (3); R. J. Turner, (4); P. F. Wand, (5); T. B. White, (4); P. J. Willmott, (2); L. P. Hughes, (4); R. E. Hutchinson, (4); N. R. W. Jackson, (4); S. A. Jackson, (1); A. W. Wilson, (5).

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*"* ' 9 ? c i *1 ' i School Appointments 1 Head of School: Nigel Muirhead. Vice Head: Nigel Durham. School Monitors: Catherine Towers, Rebacca Sharrock, Michael Briggs, Paul Barnes, Mark Grewer, Nicholas Chippindale, Joanna Craven, Alistair Fernie, Douglas Tulley, Christopher Harris, Crispin Hill, Mary-Ann Kilby, William Lamb, Stephen Proudley, Sophie Richards, James Robinson, William Robinson. Games Captains: Rugby Nigel Muirhead Cricket Nigel Muirhead Hockey Ian Burdass Girls' Hockey Catherine Towers Boats Mark Tozer/Richard Hall Girls' Boats Philippa King Netball Kathryn Prest Squash Nigel Muirhead Girls' Squash Rebecca Bramall Shooting Peter Bond Tennis Nicholas Green Girls' Tennis Rebecca Kettlewell Chess Stephen White Swimming John Grainger Cross Country James Leather Senior Common Room This term we say au revoir to three colleagues, all of whom have contributed much to the life of the School and the atmosphere of the Senior Common Room, Each of them, Peter Croft, John Rigby and Miggy Biller, will be missed, not all for the same reasons (!) and further tributes to them can be read elsewhere in this issue of The Peterite. At the beginning of the year we welcomed three new members of the Common Room. Peter Northfield came as Head of Chemistry and Wendy Shepherd, who had been helping with girls' games for some time, joined us as a full-time member of Staff to organise girls' games throughout both St. Olave's and St. Peter's, as both Schools became co-educational. Andrew Ison joined to teach Economics for one year, and, during the year, he also became a full-time member of Staff. Two Staff families were enlarged during the year; we congratulate Jane and Mike Dawson on the birth of Rebecca earlier in the year, while Sophie Wright only just made it into the school year. At a time of the year when particular demands are being made on the Director of Music, Andrew's end of term was thrown into a state of some confusion, but we are glad to be able to congratulate Jane and Andrew on Sophie's birth. As usual the S.C.R. was very actively engaged in a wide range of sporting activities, while the usual contributions were made to cultural activities, such as Choral Singing, Orchestral Playing, Drama, both on and behind the stage, Debating and Discussion. My informant tells me that the sporting contributions can be given under seven headings, namely: 1. Rugby: We played Sevens against the Old Boys in October and a full match with the Upper VI Leavers at the end of the Christmas Term. 2. Football: There have been regular 5-a-side games versus pupils. 3. Basketball. 4. Netball: Staff versus Girls. 5. Golf: The Angel Cup was retained by the Staff again this year. 6. Hockey: The President's game. 7. Squash: A Staff team played against the top 15 players (boys and girls) in the School (and lost!).

School Notes St. Peter's has been fully co-educational for a year now. Although their numbers have been small in the Middle School, it seems that the girls have generally enjoyed themselves and made good use of their time: you will be able to read between the lines of reports elsewhere in this magazine. The move has been successful. At the beginning of the year we also welcomed Mr. A. J. Ison to head the Economics Department and Mr. P. D. Northfield to be Head of Chemistry. Mrs. W. Shepherd returned to take charge of Girls' Sport. Three members of the teaching staff (Mr. Peter Croft, Mr. John Rigby and Mrs. Miggy Biller) and a long- serving member of the maintenance staff (Mr Frank Maddison) leave us in the summer. We wish them well. Appreciation of their varied contributions to the School appear elsewhere. In September 1987 M. J. A. Owen-Barnett and Mr. P. Taylor exchanged Dronfield and School Houses. Mr. P. J. Stephen and Mr. D. J. Hughes took over as House Masters of Grove and Queen's Houses respectively. In September 1988 Mr. D. H. Hamilton succeeds Mr. P. G. Croft as Second Master, and is followed as House Master of Clifton by Mr. D. M. Crook. Our first fifth form to take the new G.C.S.E. examinations seem to have come through well, despite pressures ranging from unfamiliarity through course work to media horror stories. Alistair Fernie, William Lamb and Paul Wand all gained places at Balliol College, Oxford. In May, 26 members of a Sixth form general studies group were presented with certificates for completing an "Understanding Industry" course. The presentations were made by Mr. Dennis Jones, manager of the Midland Bank's Parliament Street branch, who had been responsible for the finance section of the 8 part course, aimed at improving links between industry and education. Recent O.P.s Giles Dixon and Mark Davies have achieved the Gold Award of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme. Joanna Craven and Nicholas Chippindale earned national recognition as sculptors when two of their pieces were chosen for display in an exhibition arranged by the Independant Schools Art and Design Association at Smith's Gallery, Covent Garden in February. Stephen Cole, Alistair Fernie and John Grainger have been awarded E.S.U. Scholarships to attend schools in the United States for the School year 1988-1989. A pleasing feature of the year has been the effort devoted to charitable fund-raising: Temple House have done much for Multiple Sclerosis; the Grove House Chapel Week centred on Comic Relief; the Sixth Form Silly Night raised funds for the Children's Unit at York District Hospital; Carol Singers from Dronfield and School raised £100 for the Well Workshops. Including Chapel collections, over £3,000 has been raised by members of the School. Mr. John Brown, Head of the Art Department, particularly requests that thanks be given to all those parents, old boys and members of the School who have contributed to the fund-raising efforts of his son James on behalf of Multiple Sclerosis. Visiting Head Masters from various Prep Schools were entertained in the School on Wednesday 25th May. They were particularly impressed with the informal concert held in the School Chapel for their enjoyment. The autumn term production of "Kiss Me Kate" firstly achieved notoriety in a brief - and mistaken - Daily 7 Telegraph correspondence, and then gained some sort of immortality by becoming the subject of a question on "Brain of Britain 1988". Among Lecturers to the Sixth form have been F.R.H. Elgood Esq., on Blindness; Ms. Ann Menzies, Sales Director of Yorkshire Post Newspapers; John Greenway, Esq. M.P.; Gilbert Gray, Esq., Q.C; Bruce Kent (on behalf of C.N.D.) opposite Timothy Hartley (Peace through N.A.T.O.) It is perhaps worth recording that within 24 hours of the start of the Easter holiday, approximately 1 in every 4 Peterites had already left York on a School journey of one kind or another: the First Fifteen Tour to Portugal, the Third form trip to the Loire Valley, a Hill-walking visit to Snowdonia, the Sixth form Ski trip to Austria. A formal and very successful Ball marked the last night of their pupilage for many of the Upper Sixth on Friday 1st July. House Receptions were inaugurated as a feature of Commemoration.

Miggy Bitter When Dick Hall had to take things easy in the Summer term of 1974, Miggy came to help us out. Having taught in a purely girls school, she now found herself the only woman in a purely male establishment! In the late seventies, when the number of students taking A level mathematics more than doubled, she was proud to become the first full-time woman teacher at St. Peter's. Miggy was principally a Sixth form teacher, and, although she was very good with the single mathematics groups, her strength was undoubtedly her ability to get the best out of the Further Mathematics and Oxbridge candidates. She loved her teaching, and was prepared to give unlimited time, both at school and at home, to help those students who were genuinely interested in Mathematics and wanted to do well. Her results have been outstanding, and the fact that so many of her students have become her friends is surely a fitting tribute to her work at this level. Her home is a regular meeting place for students of all ages, who have two things in common; they were at St. Peter's and they were taught by Miggy. She was a respected and valued member of the Mathematics department, ever ready with sensible advice, and always willing to help out when difficulties arose. Nothing was too much trouble for her, and it says much for her love of the subject and of her commitment to her students, that when Susie was born Miggy had four days off and a similar length of time for Katie, and, since it was A level time in one case and Oxbridge in the other, some of her students even went to the hospital and to her home for lessons! As happens to all members of staff at St. Peter's, they become more and more involved in its life, and Miggy was no exception. She was mainly responsible for the many Mathematics competitions for which the School entered; she ran the Lower Sixth exams, and by some means or other, known only to Miggy, she produced a winner for the Work Cup; this year's winner was Dronfield, the only girls' house. She enjoyed singing, and amongst the many events in which she took part, were 'Yeoman of the Guard', in which she was Dame Carruthers, and 'Oh What a Lovely War', when she was the Recruiting Lady. Four years ago she joined the Careers Team under Keith Coulthard, and there is no doubt that her advice and her reports were much valued. She even inveigled Pete and his University academic friends to join in discussion groups with the Sixth form, and to give trial interviews, all much appreciated. I, for one, will badly miss her cheerful support and her first class professionalism, but feel sure we shall not lose contact. She leaves with our thanks for all she has done for the School, and for the Mathematics department in particular. We wish her, Pete and the girls success and every happiness in the future. G. M. S.

John Rigby John leaves us at the end of the Summer Term, having taught at the School for 22 years. During that time, in addition to teaching Politics, the subject with which he has been most closely associated, he also turned his hand to the teaching of Economics and, in the Middle School, History, English and Classics. He was also involved in the Sixth Form General Studies Course, where his knowledge and experience of the world of wine made his contribution a very popular one. John spent the early years of his life in Bombay, where his father was a Business Executive. At the end of the Second World War he came to England to attend school at Stonyhurst College. While there he established himself as a Rugger player and was chosen to play in the England Public Schools XV. He studied Classics at Advanced Level and, as a result, gained a place at Lincoln College, Oxford to read P.P.E. (Philosophy, Politics and Economics), the modern equivalent of Classical Studies. However, before he could take up his place at Oxford, he had to complete his compulsory National Service, being commissioned as a Lieutenant in the Royal Artillery, in which he served from 1952 to 1954. While he was at Oxford John played Rugger for the University and he was awarded a Blue; he was also chosen as a Reserve for the England Rugby XV and was a regular member of the Lancashire County side. He graduated in 1957 and for the next nine years worked as a Business Executive with the large international group, Unilever. In 1966 he decided to leave what he was beginning to feel was a rather unpleasant 'Rat Race' and he came into teaching at the School, looking for an environment which would allow him to hand on his athletic skills (he coached the First XV from 1966 to 1977), and in which he would feel less driven to prove himself through the profit motive. We shall all miss John in the Senior Common Room. His calm and unruffled approach, his apparent gullibility which so often cloaked a very perceptive mind and the air of innocent surprise which he regularly effected

8 when mundane arrangements escaped his notice - all these endeared him to us. As one member of the Common Room said, 'We are losing one of our last gentlemen!' John was a keen supporter of School dramatic productions and we have all enjoyed reading his lively and sympathetic critiques. In a way it is a pity that he could not have been writing his own farewell - he would have made so much better a job of it! We wish him well in his retirement. K. G. C. 1966 and all that It was 1966. I was doing a commercial job and I was in the Company office with the telephones jangling my nerves. I thought, can I stand this for the rest of my life? So, I came to St. Peter's, and I thought, well, it's probably like College life at Oxford: a drink before lunch, and a bit of a diversion with the books until you got down to serious business with the oval ball. That was a pretty fair assessment, too. "J.D." wanted a transfusion of Blue blood in the School; not that Robert Harding lacked adrenalin: you could hear him clearly across three Rugger pitches against the wind. I was supposed to "modernise" the style of play, so I told the halfbacks to kick the ball, and the pack to kick the oposition, and I read the rules for the first time in my life. In any case we had so much talent in that side, I don't know how we managed ever to lose. We had David Emsley, the England Schools scrum half, for a start. His was a great talent, never fully realised, and now he has died young. One of my first Rugger captains was Ian McGrath, a prop-forward with primitive instincts whom I managed to convert to the Corinthian ideals of gentlemanly violence and muscular erudition. Ian got into Cambridge before he was killed with his friend Nigel Morris, another true Corinthian. Kenneth Rhodes was still with us then, God bless him. He filled me up with sherry, and would have repeated the dose daily if I'd let him. He was just the same with everyone; no wonder he was so popular with O.P.s. The Rhodes Room is now emasculated, but Roddy's room was a bachelor's den, straight out of Conan Doyle. Somehow it was always last year's fashion that was always de rigeur at St. Peter's. First it was turnups. If you turned up without turnups you were turned out. Were turnups a turn on? Next it was hair. You couldn't grow it over the collar, so Tony Gray did a Yul Brynner and got into the newspapers. In no time it was Hippy time and even the Second Master had to pretend not to notice. The Marquee at Commem. was full of people in Kaftans and beads. Was that really the sign of peace he was making? Somewhere under the whiskers there was an Old Peterite, but you couldn't tell which one. The Middle school wore caps, and even the Sixth form were bulging out of brown jackets; they looked like schoolboys from the Beano. There were always fencers fighting it out in front of the School; Paddy Power's men, every one a champion. G. & S. was "J.D.'"s thing, and the "Pirates" his favourite. "J.D." was retiring so they put it on again, though they had done it the year before! The Policemen were the First XV, and the Chorus was the Olavite choir in drag, rather spoiled by gym shoes and big feet. "J.D." made his entrance with the Civic Party, and he took his rightful place in the front row of the gallery of the Memorial Hall. He looked down paternally at the School which owed him so much. • Just so I'd know what to expect from Peterites, they gave me IVD for my first class. It was in room G3, and it sounded as though a rhino was locked in the cupboard. It was only Nick Blitz, more a grizzly than a rhino. He took the female lead in his House Play - which epitomises as well as anything the contrast with the present time. "J.D." retired and Roddy died, and the School had to move with the times. I have been happy here. In that case, people ask, why have I decided to retire? I find that question hard to answer, even to myself - somehow, I seem to hear those telephone bells once again, ringing out a warning in my mind. J. P. R. Peter Croft Peter Croft retired at the end of the Summer Term after teaching in St. Peter's School for 23 years. He joined the School as Senior Classics Master in 1965, having previously taught at the Perse School, Cambridge (1952-1957), Chigwell School in Essex (1957-1962) and St. Bee's School in Cumberland (1962-1965). During his time at the School Peter served in a number of important capacities whilst retaining control of the Classics Department. In 1967 he was appointed House Master of Temple House and also took on the onerous task of being School Librarian. He applied himself energetically to both of these posts, relinquishing them only when he was appointed Second Master in 1980, the post which he occupied until his retirement. Two other areas where his presence was familiar to generations of Peterites were the C.C.F. and the Cricket Square . Peter was an officer in the Army section of the C.C.F. from 1965 to 1979, while he coached Cricket and was Umpire for the 2nd XI from 1968 until 1984. In this latter capacity he was able to show his dedication to rules as an important contribution to an ordered and disciplined life. There were many other ways in which Peter contributed to the life of the School, and his hand was so often to be seen in the organisation of the wide range of events which help to make the School busy and profitable for the pupils. Leeds has witnessed many important events in its history and among these we would mark the birth of Peter Croft in 1928! He attended Bristol Grammar School between 1939 and 1947 and while there he was awarded a Sixth Form Scholarship. He then won a Scholarship at Emmanuel College, Cambridge, but before he could take up his place at University he was called up for National Service. This lasted for the next two years, during which he was Commissioned as an Officer in the Royal Army Educational Corps, serving as Lecturer in Classics

9 at the Army College, Welbeck Abbey. On completion of his National Service Peter took up his place at Cambridge in October, 1949. He graduated in 1952, the M.A. degree being conferred on him in 1956. From 1970 until 1972 Peter served as Chief Examiner in Classics with the West Midlands Examination Board, moving on to the London University Schools Examination Board as Chief Examiner in Latin and Greek at A level, a post which he held until 1979. In 1974 Peter was the author of the 'All Colour Book of Roman Mythology', published by Octopus. After a full and rewarding academic life Peter looks forward to having more time to pursue his abiding interest in the Ancient World and its Languages. He has always believed in their relevance to modern education, which he sees as being impoverished by their gradual withdrawal. Many old pupils of the schools in which he has served will bear testimony to his strongly expressed beliefs and no doubt, with hindsight, they will feel gratitude that they were exposed to his enthusiasm for, and unswerving loyalty to, the Classics. Peter retires with the very good wishes of all of us, pupils, former pupils, parents and colleagues. We hope he enjoys many years of retirement and we envy him the ability he will have to escape to the Mediterranean when we are enduring the gloom and cold of a northern winter. K. G. C.

P.G.C. The passing of Peter Croft seems to mark the end of an era at St. Peter's - for many people, especially last year's Upper Sixth leavers, he became a symbol of cold showers, ablative absolutes and other unsavoury public school activities. His uniquely individual classroom style set him up as the beak whom people loved to hate, a real martinet and a true disciplinarian. Although P.G.C. may have appeared straight-laced and draconian to many a quaking third former, as most people know, there is an immensely warm side to his character which struggles to emerge from beyond the administrator's facade, and those who have encountered him socially will testify that he knows how to enjoy himself with the best of them. Peter Croft has made a quite exceptionally outstanding contribution to so many areas of life in the School over the last two decades: he will be greatly missed, fondly remembered, and irreplaceable. A. M. F.

Mutatis Mutandis When the Editor asked me to record for The Peterite my thoughts about the School, as I sink into retirement and oblivion, I was tempted to dig out my predecessor's article "Thirty Years On" in No: 397, alter the initials D. G. C. at the end to P. G. C, and trust to the frailty of human memory to conceal the plagiarism. Instead I will add a few other observations as a supplement to what was then so admirably written. Since 1965, when I came to St. Peter's, the facilities in the School have been improved enormously by the Sports Centre, the Drama Centre, and the new wing of the Science Block with it workshop, computer room and laboratories. The boarding houses too are rather less spartan than they were. Such physical changes have been a necessary response to demand from parents, many of whom quite rightly now look carefully at what a school offers before making a decision. The curriculum also is better served by these additions and this is a process which must continue in the future, if the School is to remain in the forefront of change. So it will be interesting to see the effects of the GCSE courses in the years to come. These courses are clearly aimed at the less academic pupil; whether they will best serve the aspirations of potential university entrants is open to question, and their effect on Advanced Level courses will cause problems. My own subjects, Latin, Greek and Classical Studies, are going to find it increasingly difficult to survive in the National Curriculum, and the shift away in them from the rigours of linguistic study is a dubious advantage to a pupil. I, for one, am thankful to have spent my life in the company of Plato and Virgil rather than with a test tube or a computer. Do the latter help a man to distinguish clearly between the true and the false in life; and is there anything more important than that? St. Peter's used to be a boys' boarding school with a sizeable day element, whose regime was arranged along lines similar to the boarders'. Today not only are we co-educational but also the boarders numerically take second place. So necessary changes in routine are continually being made. Girls have been members of the Vlth Form for more than a decade and play a significant and positive role in and out of class; last year they were admitted into the Middle School for the first time, and even their small number has a healthy impact on the atmosphere in class. But on this innovation the dawn has only just broken. Another welcome change has been the Tutor system, which brings pupils and staff more closely together for the positive benefit of both. Are pupils different today from what they were in 1952, when I became a schoolmaster? In essentials the answer is decidedly "no"; but superficially "yes". Expectations are greater, motivation is not always so strong; standards of conduct are not always so rigorously applied, nor, alas, always demanded; the pursuit of physical pleasure does not in itself lead to lasting happiness, as even epicureans discovered to their cost centuries ago; the idea that the world does not owe us a living has been dented by the welfare state, sometimes with the opposite effect on morale of that intended. But, mutatis mutandis, youngsters are much the same as thirty or more years ago, and I have always enjoyed working among them, especially with a group united in a common study, which has aroused our interest and demanded hard work. For without work what is man? Let us never forget that the boy is the father of the man. P. G. C.

10 Frank Maddison Frank Maddison spent World War II as an Able Seaman, serving in the Mediterranean and the Atlantic on the battleship H.M.S. Queen Elizabeth and on H.M.S. Battler. After the war he returned to York, as a joiner with Whitby Oliver. This job brought him to St. Peter's on work which included helping to repair bomb damage to the Rise. In January 1959 he was recruited to St. Peter's by the Clerk of Works, Mr. Bob Hawkins. Together with the late Jack Coates, these three made up the entire maintenance staff. Frank's progress up this particular ladder went a rung higher when Bob Hawkins retired. He succeeded Jack Coates as Head of Maintenance in 1976. At that time, the team was based in the almost subterranean workshop where the entrance to the C.D.T. workshop now is. Since those days, the department has moved to the cottages alongside St. Olave's, and the team has increased in size until it is able to carry out all but the largest tasks that make up the never-ending work of keeping the School in operation. Frank has overseen this expansion with great practical skill, leading by example as a craftsman, and with considerable humanity. His success is not to be measured only by the forests of pink chits he and his team have leafed through (though the likely total in excess of 40,000, each representing a job, is both impressive and intimidating) nor by an accountant's costing which puts their price approaching a million pounds, but rather by everyone's sense that a job in Frank's care will always be a job well done. Frank has always been a keen photographer, helping the School on a number of occasions. Recently he has become a keen member of the Acomb Indoor and the Dringhouses Outdoor Bowling Clubs. Everyone who knew him at School misses his presence and wishes him a long a happy retirement to enjoy these interests and his family.

Chapel Notes 1988 There have been several developments this year in the Chapel side of our life here at St. Peter's. The School Eucharist, three times each term, has become a voluntary occasion, and is now an uninterrupted and far more unified act of worship. The School Choir (to be robed from September) leads our singing and contributes an anthem during the administration. The experiment of having a termly Choral Evensong has got off to an encouraging start. These are voluntary Services, to which pupils, staff, parents and friends are invited. The autumn term Service took the form of an Advent Carol Service, the first part of which was by candlelight. We welcomed over two hundred people to this Service, which included several items by the School Choir. During the Lent Term the preacher at the Choral Evensong was our Chairman of Governors, the Dean of York, and in the summer term we welcomed Canon Alan Smithson from Carlisle Cathedral. It is the intention that attendance at these Services should be entirely voluntary. One of the disappointing things about making certain Services voluntary is that this is interpreted by many to mean "unimportant". How does one convey a sense of something being important and valuable, even when it is voluntary? The importance lies in the belief that we cannot make up our mind about the Christian faith until we have experienced the rites and rituals which Christians use to express their faith. There is an experience to be had before we are in a position really to exercise the choice we have to respond or not to respond to religious faith. The congregations at the two Choral Evensongs have been very largely made up of parents and friends - most of them, I suspect, generated by the Choir. This raises the inevitable question: What are we trying to do through these Services? Giving the Choir the experience of singing Evensong with a view to their making a cathedral visit? Getting parents to go to church? Providing the opportunity for our pupils to experience an act of worship? I hope the latter. It may well be, however, that in order to provide this opportunity, a congregation may, at least initially, have to be artificially generated. But if we are committed to the Christian foundation and tradition of this school, and if we are convinced of the importance of our pupils at least having the opportunity to experience worship during their formative years, then there should be no objection to our doing this. One of the highlights of the year as far as Chapel is concerned was the week's visit by Father Barry Orford, a monk with the Anglican Community of the Resurrection at Mirfield. Fr. Orford was invited simply to come and be part of the life of the school for a week. It gave the school the opportunity to see a commitment to Christian faith and life in someone who was not part of the school establishment. Fr. Orford spoke in Chapel, had a lesson with each of the Third Form classes, visited each House, and was generally around for anyone who wished to speak with him. His visit was a very positive experience for us, and one which we hope to repeat in the future. I hope, too, that the links between St. Peter's and the Community of the Resurrection can be strengthened and built on. We made a move in this direction when, during the summer term, I took the Confirmation Group on a twenty-four hour visit to Mirfield. Another development this year, intended as a variation to House Chapel Weeks, has been a LVI General Studies Option called "Twenty to Nine". A group of LVI pupils met during their General Studies lessons for a term, at the end of which they produced a week's presentations in Chapel. They concentrated on the question "Why am I afraid to tell you who I am?" and explored the different levels on which we communicate with each other. It was a most stimulating Chapel week which was very well received by the school. I hope that a similar option may become a regular part of our General Studies programme. Each house has produced a House Chapel Week. The quality has been very mixed, but the week presented by the Grove - during Comic Relief Week - was of a very high standard indeed. The sketch with Alistair Fernie as the Pope and Stephen Cole as Michelangelo will long remain one of my memories of this academic year at

11 St. Peter's. In addition to this very entertaining sketch, the collection that morning far exceeded the usual amount. It formed part of a total of £400 which the school sent to Comic Relief. We have continued to have a collection in Chapel each Friday morning. These collections, together with the collections at the Commemoration Service and the Carol Service, have amounted this year to £1500. The Chapel Committee decided to support three charities: York Against Cancer; the Well Workshops (a project in York designed to provide training in both social and work skills for people with a mental handicap); and Amnesty International. Representatives from each of these organizations came to speak in Chapel during the course of the year, and returned towards the end oF the summer term to receive a cheque for £500 each. After the widely appreciated introduction last year of a Leavers' Service in Chapel on the penultimate morning of term, we had a similar Service again this year. It marks the last occasion when the school, as it is then constituted, meets together in Chapel, and this year the address was given by perhaps our most distinguished leaver - the retiring Second Master, Peter Croft. S. C. H. Confirmation Service 24th March 1988 The ten weeks of Initiation have passed quickly: I almost wish that it had taken longer, for one is never sure whether or not to do something until one has done it, whether the action concerns prep, finance, friendship, or life in general. The Reverend has told us that when the Bishop of Selby puts his hands on our heads nothing magical will happen, but I know that it will. I know that I will feel different, changed, at that moment, as I will receive Communion for the first time. These token actions make physical the feeling of ending and beginning at the same time: the feeling of ending my belief under the vows made for me by my parents at Baptism, and the beginning of a new and more firm faith under my own vows. To the Bishop, I will be one of thirty-two people being Confirmed in one of perhaps three Confirmations in one week. But to me the moment when the Bishop addressed me will be unique in my life. I look forward to my ceremony, and hope to enjoy it. R. T. J. To me this was no ordinary Service - and rightly so: one is only confirmed once. For the first time I was the subject of a Service, which made it important to me. I was Confirming the vows taken for me at Baptism. The fact that there was a Bishop conducting the Service in his rather splendid robes, and the Chapel was full of parents and relations of those being Confirmed made it very different from the usual Chapel Services. The Service had been rehearsed for our benefit, which gave me more confidence, but even so I was a little on edge. Before it was my turn to go up for my Confirmation I felt nervous. My turn soon came and I walked up and knelt in front of the Bishop. He seemed to be a powerful figure, standing over me, so calm and in control. After my Confirmation I didn't feel any different, just a little relaxed and perhaps more thoughtful than before. After the Confirmation, we all received Communion, which was a new experience for me. M. C. G. When I came to St. Peter's in 1985 there was a system of thrice-termly Sunday evening "community" services compulsory for all pupils both boarding and day. I quickly came to the conclusion that these were unsatisfactory occasions, with their press-ganged congregations of boarders returned early from exeats and day pupils dragged in unwillingly from their television sets. I believe that it was a step, helpful not harmful to our life as a Christian school, that these particular services were discontinued. Another positive step has been taken with the establishment of termly Sunday evening Choral Evensongs which are voluntary and have a preacher of note. The first of these took place on Sunday, 28 February. Stirring music by the Choir, stirring words from the Dean of York and an enthusiastic congregation of parents (and some pupils) made this a fresh and inspiring contribution to the varied pattern of our Chapel worship. R. N. P. The Weather 1987-1988 Basic weather data for the three school terms:

TEMP. °C RAIN Mms. Max. Min. Total Av. September (pan) 22 3 27.95 1.16 October 16.25 -1 128.65 4.15 November 14 -3.75 31.55 1.05 December (part) 9 -4 21.35 1.3 January (part) 10.25 0 35.05 2.5 February 12.5 -3 59 2.03 March (part) 13.5 -1.25 70.65 2.8 April (part) 14 3 11.25 1.9 May 20.5 3.5 44.5 1.4 June 24.5 6.25 49 1.6 Notes: 1. June had measurable rain on only 6 days this year, compared with 25 days last year. 2. For comparison purposes York's average daily rainfall is 1.8 mms., based on an average annual rainfall of 650 millimetres. Christmas Term: The beginning of Term saw pressures fairly steady and relatively high and we found ourselves in a moist westerly air stream with only light winds. Though rainfall was more frequent than in the same month the previous

12 year, there were no particularly large rainfall totals during the month, the highest rainfall being recorded on September 15th when 8.7 mms. fell during 24 hours. There were no ground frosts and the last week of the month was sunny and dry. Conditions changed at the beginning of October and rain fell on most days of the month. The highest rainfall was recorded on October 20th when 28.7 mms. fell in 24 hours. Temperatures began to fall and ground frosts were recorded during four nights towards the end of the month, the lowest ground temperature of -1.25 C being reached during the night of October 27th. November started dry and was on the whole a much drier month than October had been. There was a cold spell towards the end of the month and ground and air frosts were recorded, the lowest ground temperature of - 5.5 C being reached on November 27th. Frosts were frequent during that part of December which fell during Term, though it was a relatively dry and sunny month.

Easter Term: We came back in mid-January to relatively low pressures, with unsettled weather, but without exceptionally low temperatures. Precipitation was recorded on most days, falling as wet snow on January 21st. February continued with a similar pattern with only a handfull of ground frosts, considerable cloud and some rain on most days. The month ended cold and the cold snap stretched into March, though no frosts were recorded between March 4th and 16th when there were two successive cold nights. Temperatures rose towards the end of Term and we ended with several clammy days with considerable cloud carried in by westerly winds.

Summer Term: This term has been relatively dry, particularly in June and some real Summer weather has been experienced. That part of April which fell in Term gave little hint of the temperatures to come, being dominated by cool easterly winds and a good deal of drizzle. Temperatures rose in May, the daily maximum exceeding 20 C on the 16th, though ground frosts were recorded on two succeeding nights. June was warm and dry, though there were two rainstorms, one recorded on the 7th and the other on the 30th. These two storms, accompanied by spectacular thunder and lightning, accounted for over 38 of the 49 millimetres of rain recorded during the month. Unfortunately the second of these storms occurred during the night before Commemoration and fronts following behind the storm threatened further rain over the succeeding weekend. K. G. C. Barry Daniel In a solemn and moving ceremony in the School Drama Centre on Monday 14th September 1987, Mr. George > Adamson and Mr. Frederick Mann, Chairman and Secretary of the British Carnegie Hero Fund Trust, made a presentation on behalf of the Carnegies Heltefond for Norge. The Head Master spoke briefly, saying "The passing of the months has not blunted the sharpness of our grief. But we have been better able to bear it by sharing the great sense of community which Barry Daniel's death brought forth, and by knowing that the truly amazing response to the Appeal in his memory will allow his name to live on. This honour being done to Barry's memory tonight by the presentation of the Carnegie Trust's Gold Medal in posthumous recognition of his bravery also helps." Mr. Adamson outlined the work of Andrew Carnegie which continues through his Trusts. He explained the involvement of the British Trust. "Heroism knows no boundaries. Nevertheless, it has been a long established convention that nationals of other countries who perform deeds of valour abroad are recognised by the Hero Fund Trust of the Country in which the act of heroism took place. So it was that, on reading of the tragic self-sacrifice made by Mr. Daniel, we communicated with our colleagues in Oslo to offer our co-operation. Unfortunately circumstances have made it impossible for Mr. Aage Lagem, the Secretary of the Norwegian Trust, to be with us tonight, but he has asked me to convey his Board's deepest sympathy with Mrs. Daniel and her family - and to make the Presentation on their behalf. Mr. Lagem has also asked me to mak reference to a poem by his countryman, Nordahl Grieg: 'To each of us here that knew them More wealth than was theirs descends; For children had these for fathers, And men had these for friends. Increasing the life they yielded, Their ghosts in new men survive, Upon their graves shall be written - For ever the best shall live.' "Mrs. Daniel, I ask you to accept the awards of the Norwegian Carnegie Hero Fund Trust. "Although it is not competent for the British Trust itself to make an award, my colleagues and I felt that we should wish Mrs. Daniel to have some small token of our association with these proceedings. We felt too that we should like to pay tribute to the heroism which was displayed on this tragic occasion by Mr. David Hughes, and I should like to present to each of you a Caithness Glass Vase bearing a portrait of Mr. Carnegie". The fund in memory of Barry Daniel stands at over £15,000. This year an award has been made to Mark Tozer, who was in Norway with Barry at the time of the accident. He describes the award as "a fitting tribute.to Barry Daniel." It has enabled Mark to take part in a British Schools Exploring Society Expedition to Eastern Greenland. In December, Mark will visit the School to present a talk and slide show about his experiences: all will be welcome to hear him speak. An award was also made to Joanna Craven to help her visit Rwanda in Central Africa, where she will spend nine months as a nursing assistant at a mission hospital, helping out by typing and driving.

13 Barry Daniel Awards Lucy Gilbert, who had been in Norway with Barry in 1986, received the first Barry Daniel Award in 1987. This is her report of the British Schools Exploring Society Expedition to Svalbard (Spitzbergen) which it enabled her to participate in. Pure soft whiteness stretching as far as the eye can see, the smoothness often interrupted by great teeth of zebra- striped rock, where the mountains and nunataks break clean of the ice-cap. Great fjords slowly reveal themselves, their steep sides diving into the black water which is freckled with white ice-bergs. Tongues of glacier lick between the teeth of rock, joining and splitting like a network of grey roads. This was the first sight I had of Spitzbergen. The clouds dispersed and everyone dived towards the windows of the aeroplane, to be rewarded by "the Kingdom of the ice bear" bathed in the clean blueness of the midnight sun. Our next experience was being hit very hard in the face by air. It wasn't particularly windy, but the contrast between the warm, close air of the aeroplane and the freezing, clear air outside had the same effect (for about 10 seconds) as a Force 10 gale! The expedition was run by the British Schools Exploring Society (BSES), and included 70 young expeditioners and 18 leaders. We were divided into 7 different scientific groups or "fires" (the number of people that can sit round a beach fire!). There were 2 leaders per fire. The effect was not of one huge BSES expedition, but 7 small, scientific expeditions: "Survey" mapping an area; "Geomorphology" studying red mud; "Botany"; "West Birds"; "East Birds"; "Mycology studying fungi; "Glaciology" measuring the rate of flow of a glacier. I was in the smallest "West Birds" fire, and we were the most mobile. We studied the birds in 5 different major areas. This was good as it meant we saw more of Spitzbergen than any other fire. However, it also meant that we always had to travel light: each person had all meals and drinks out of 1 mug with 1 spoon. Instead of taking 3 whole tents (inner + outer) we took just 2 outers. We couldn't carry the extra weight of priming fuel so we primed the primus stove with kerosene, which was messy enough to make us and the tent black. We didn't take washing up liquid or extra fuel to heat up washing-up water: therefore we had to scrub pans for ages in icy streams or fjords. In spite of all this our rucsacs still weighed 60-70 lbs. In contrast, "Survey" and "Geomorphology" stayed in the same camp all the time so they had all the luxuries, and even built themselves small houses out of Siberian drift timber! During our first week, we were given 3 days "mountain training". We learned how to stop a fall from every conceivable position with an ice-axe, how to secure ourselves with all kinds of belay, how to rescue people from a crevasse using a system of rope pulleys, how to prussik out of a crevasse; and we practised general walking on a glacier with crampons. Then there were 4 weeks of science work, when we recorded what birds and how many were in each area, and at what stage in breeding they were. We also carried out some "24 hour watches": we biwied out all night and recorded the feeding frequencies of Arctic Skua chicks. One of the parent Skuas sat on a tussock for over an hour to watch me, from about 5 feet away. I could see every detail, an it was quite magical. Another time, I bivvied out to record the movements of Little Auks on cliffs. At 4.00 p.m. there were roughly 200, but by 11 the next morning there were none: all the Little Auks had left their nests on the same night. I had learned this fact previously from television, but to observe it in real life was quite a thrill. To finish the expedition, we undertook 10 days of "adventure phase". Our leaders shadowed us while we as a group made our own decisions and did what we liked. Most fires explored the ice-caps and climbed a mountain, but "West Birds" had experienced these activities during the scientific phase. For this phase, therefore, we helped a hermit trapper build a new hut, and learned about his way of life. He has 10 huskies and 4 homemade sleds. He shoots seals and feeds them to the huskies every 2 days. In winter he traps Arctic Foxes and Reindeer. I envied his self-sufficiency, his solitude, and the beautiful position of his home. However, he had been an intelligent micro­ biologist who used to work on a Norwegian fish-farm, so I felt that it wasn't necessary for him to live like that at the expense of the local wildlife whose only natural predator is the Polar Bear. We also made a 3 day trek through valleys and mountains to a small Russian mining settlement. The place was very clean and tidy, with huge murals of Lenin everywhere! We spent a few days climbing a mountain and sleeping in snow-holes in a snow gulley. Before returning to Base Camp to pack up, we had a rest day, watching seals basking on ice-floes, a school of Beluga (White whales), 5 reindeer nibbling at moss, and Arctic Foxes investigating our food. At midnight we swam in the fjord (just for a few seconds!), and then had a feast of pancakes. Finally, and sadly, the boat came to take us back to the air strip, where we sipped beer at £2.50 a pint, duty-free, while waiting for the plane back to hot, wet, green England. We experienced the best summer there for 20 years, giving us an unforgettable 6V2 weeks. Most of the money to finance the trip for me was provided by the Barry Daniel Memorial Fund, so thank you very much indeed to all those concerned with it, and who have donated to it. Lucy Gilbert.

14 The Robin Shannon Prize The Robin Shannon Prize Competition is now in its second year. The third form all enter for it, with eliminating tests carried out during the Head Master's weekly lessons with them. This year's finals, with all third formers as audience, took place in the Chapel, with Alan Walker, headmaster of Archbishop Holgate's as adjudicator. The five finalists (Richard Ambrose, Peter Johnson, Martin Kershaw, Angela Rosindale and Graham Wood) each had to make a political speech, recite a war poem of their own choice and read a passage from David Copperfield. It was an enjoyable occasion, wittily and cogently judged, and Richard Ambrose was a clear and worthy winner. R. N. P. The Friends of St. Peter's The Friends of St. Peter's Society was born in 1986, and certainly seems to be growing in a very healthy fashion. The principal aim is to promote friendly links amongst staff, parents and pupils alike. We try to do this by taking part in various functions as well as organising and holding our own. For the last 2 years we have held a "Welcome to St. Peter's" evening in September for parents of pupils new to the School. This has always been well attended, and we hope it at least starts to make parents feel part of the scene. We have held 2 Barn Dances in the last 2 Spring terms: these have been highly successful, and the proceeds have been used to fund a new practice piano for the Music Department, new rifle sights for the Shooting Team, and a donation towards the new Ball Machine for the Tennis Club, as well as a 2-way Radio for use in running many large School events. Our primary objective, however, is not fund raising: our aim is to make these social evenings enjoyable events for all concerned. We served "bubbly" and strawberries during the various sporting events one Saturday in June. The weather was very kind to us. F.S.P.S. have also been responsible for providing the wine for Prizewinners' Events - it certainly seemed to be appreciated. Next Spring we hope to hold a "Sixties Music" dance, so get out those jiving shoes, full skirts, etc., and start practising. We do hope that a full contingent of pupils will join us for this event - they have the energy! The Swap Shop is run by volunteers from F.S.P.S., something which is very popular indeed. Our sincere thanks must go to all friends and members of staff who give us their time and support so unstintingly. The Friends of St. Peter's Barn Dance On Saturday 12th March, the Friends of St. Peter's held their Annual Barn Dance. The Sports Centre had taken on a new look, with sun umbrellas and balloons much in evidence. Everything had been organised, down to the finest detail. The "Green Ginger Ceilidh Band" were excellent, and everyone danced nearly every dance because of the clear and encouraging directions given by the lady singer. Perhaps it wasn't really the Band which got the St. Peter's boys on their feet: maybe it was the young ladies from a nearby establishment who motivated them. Parents, teachers, brothers, sisters, young and old, all participated in the many progressive dances - a chance to meet everyone. For those who became a little thirsty with all the activity, there was a bar, which proved to be very popular. The supper, prepared and served by members of the committee, was welcomed by all. At 11.30 p.m. with the release of all the balloons, an enjoyable evening went out with a bang! T. W. B.

The Barn Dance was an excellent social occasion for the School, with plenty of attendance from pupils and friends alike. The Band played continously, influencing flocks of people to come and dance "country style". Many raffle tickets were sold, and many prizes given out. The dance finished on over-time after a great evening for everyone. Next year's will surely be as good as this year's. Funds raised were contributed to the Shooting and Tennis Clubs. T. S. W. During the year, the Friends of St. Peter's presented a set of radios for use during productions - among other things. 1 We'll start on Channel 12 and break up in threes. 2 I hear you Dick. Can we check circuits. 1 Bring up Circuit 1, 2, 3, 4 - that one's flashing. 2 I'll replug it into 6. Tell Dave we're ready for audience.... 1 We're ready front of house. No hold on a minute. A late car has just turned in. 2 Don't worry, the band's not all here yet. Can you tell John we'll be ten minutes.... 1 And lose house lights. Bring up 6.... 2 We can't see anything from back here. Is the choir lit? 1 Hold the next change - I think there's an encore.... 2 Dick, we're running twenty minutes early. Can you alert the kitchens about interval coffee.... 1 Ian, they're coming on from the other side. Bring up 3 and then lose 2.... 2 Dick, what's happening out there? 1 I don't know - they're off script. I'll talk you through the next bit.... 2 There is an extra item here, don't panic. 1 And lose stage lights, bring up house lights. 2 Dick, how did we manage before we got the radios? 1 Ian, you're very faint. Say again. 2 How did we manage without the radios? 1 Sorry, I think I forgot to recharge the batt.... I. M. K. L.

15 Governors' Visits to the School How much do school Governors really know about the school? Some Governors are Old Peterites; they may remember what it was like 20,30,40,50 ... years ago. Some are parents; their view will be different because of their present contact with the school. Others will have had little or no contact with St. Peter's before joining the Governing Body, they are from business, Universities or Local Government and are appointed because of their special expertise and interests. I fit into this category, as the nominated representative of the University of Leeds, where I hold the post of lecturer in Pharmacology. Having much to learn about St. Peter's, I have visited the school during term time on two occasions and here are my impressions. My first such visit was in June 1985. It was arranged informally, I sat in on some lessons, met many staff and toured the school buildings. What stands out from that visit was the teaching: I could hardly stop myself from contributing during a pre 'O' level French lesson! It was interesting to find that my response to teaching had not changed over 30 years. In areas like science, for which I had a natural inclination, I am still enthused, even in a hot smelly 'O' level chemistry practical; in arts and languages, where I was less captivated, I found that much depends on the qualities of the teachers, who must become a source of inspiration to the weak and disinterested. St. Peter's passed this severe test! My second visit was on 2nd of March this year, as a direct result of The Headmaster's action. He had suggested, with the Governors' agreement, that all Governors should visit the School on an alphabetical rota, one or two per term. Reports of our visits are then given at the next Governors' meeting and I have been asked to write this for The Peterite. Because my earlier visit was restricted to teachers and teaching I asked to see different activities and other areas on this occasion. I selected music, some non-field sport and boarding houses. School lunch was common to both visits and on both occasions the food was good and the opportunity to meet staff most valuable. Wednesday lunchtime musical activity was impressive. At least three groups were rehearsing, one of them in the Memorial Hall at the same time as the set for a House play was being assembled. Clearly there is need for more space for rehearsal of ensembles. The new Music and Drama Centre (formerly Methodist Ancillary Buildings) should ease this situation. As I made my way to the pool, field sport was clearly in evidence but there did not appear to be many swimmers. Perhaps the pool is used more at other times. With a boat house and river on the edge of the campus (and no further from the main buildings than the farthest sports pitches) opportunities for rowing are excellent. Several crews were on the water and were well supported by staff, despite the cold conditions and effects of flu. With such good facilities (how many schools have a boat house and river on the campus?) and a little more support from all areas there is no reason why St. Peter's should not regain its former reputation for rowing. My main impression of the boarding house was the way in which provision of facilities for girls has obviously worked so well; Dronfield is set to be an excellent house once the final touches are put to the alterations - but what will be the effects on Manor? Clearly it has not been as easy at Beverley but in the difficult circumstances excellent work has been done by planners, builders and staff. For my next visit ...if I am invited, perhaps I could spend a week living in a study in the Manor, take GCSE French, start sculling again - not swimming, I prefer the surface of the water - and play clarinet in the wind band?

Entrance Examinations 1988 On Saturday 5th March about 50 candidates arrived to sit the Entrance Examination for the Sixth Form of St. Peter's. The garish orange of the staff coffee room (they must all be colour-blind) on a chill March morning is not exactly a heart-warming sight when you're scared out of your head about some impossible examination which, if you pass, will enable you to sit more impossible exams after two years of hard work. At various points throughout the day the present Lower Sixth met the new candidates, and told them what amazing fun St. Peter's is. Eyeing up the talent for next year had nothing to do with the skiving games and sneaking into the coffee room, of course. Reasons for coming to the School were mainly boring things like, "Well, the A-level syllabus looks fascinating", or even more boring things like, "The Biology labs looked really great". Probably only one girl told us her real reason: "Mum said it's either here or the Battersea Dogs' Home". There were only about 4 boys. And the only good looking one was wearing white socks and black slip-ons. All of the boys said that they had chosen to change from their School because "St. Peter's is better". For what? Beer, sport or women? All the candidates seemed to think that St. Peter's has a friendly, warm atmosphere, and everybody agreed that all the present pupils they had met made a distinct effort to make them feel very welcome. It is, however, very easy to be nice to someone for about two minutes on a boring Saturday afternoon... G. R. S.

16 The Peterite Careers Forum Once again we held a very successful Forum on the first Saturday morning of the Summer Term. As before this was largely an Old Peterite affair and once again we are grateful to them for coming along and giving us their time and the fruits of their experience so enthusiastically. This year was significant in that we had our first lady Old Peterite and we hope that many more will follow Katie's example and offer their services at future Forums. A number of representatives were not O.P.'s and we are equally grateful to these good friends of the School. If there are any other Old Peterites who would like to help, particularly in those fields not so far covered, we should always be pleased to hear from you. Apart from the undoubted value of the exercise for the pupils, it is always a very pleasant occasion. A list of this year's participants is given below. K. G. C. Careers Forum Participants Career Fields Names ACCOUNTANCY J- E. H. Quick/all (O.P.) ACTUARIAL WORK p. W. S. de Silva (O.P.) ADVERTISING AND PUBLIC RELATIONS J- C. W. Williams (O.P.) ARCHITECTURE R. Gardner APPLIED ARTS AND CRAFTS D. Reid BANKING D. Jones Irene Lax BUILDING CONTRACTING C. T. Anelay (O.P.) BUILDING SURVEYING A. E. Lightly CIVIL AVIATION I. T. Parkin (O.P.) COMPUTERS AND MARKETING G. S. Yule (O.P.) COMPUTER SOFTWARE J-Stone (O.P.) DENTISTRY S. R. Dench (O.P.) ENGINEERING IN INDUSTRY P. J. Netherwood (O.P.) FARMING E. P. Alton (O.P.) GENERAL PRACTICE SURVEYING/ESTATE AGENCY J- C. Rounthwaite (O.P.) INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT J- P. Terry (O.P.) INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT/BREWING A. Powell (O.P.) LAW D. W. Grice (O.P.) LAWYER - AN ALTERNATIVE TO PRIVATE PRACTICE E. M. H. Ranson (O.P.) MARKETING AND SALES A. M. Marsh (O.P.) MECHANICAL ENGINEERING P. W. Hyett (O.P.) MECHANICAL ENGINEERING/ENGINEERING MANUFACTURE W . R. Ibberson (O.P.) MEDICINE/HOSPITAL WORK Lh : M. W. Dronfield (O.P.) MUSIC AND VIDEO BUSINESS W . Ashurst (O.P.) OPHTHALMIC OPTICS Judith Terry QUANTITY SURVEYING D. C. Fotheringham (O.P.) SALES, MARKETING AND RESEARCH IN THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY A. Garbutt (O.P.) SPECIAL LIBRARIES AND INFORMATION SERVICES A. Gomersall (O.P.) STOCKBROKING P. J. Dronfield (O.P.) THEATRE (ACTING, MANAGEMENT, OPERA) W.'. R. Wroe (O.P.) VETERINAR Y MEDICINE G. D. Parkin (O.P.) YEAR OUT BETWEEN SCHOOL AND UNIVERSITY Katie Hamilton (O.P.) Careers Forum This was so well attended that it was difficult to see those talking about the most popular careers such as Banking, Law, Stockbroking or the Music and Video Business. No speaker was entirely neglected. A few of the visitors had brought small displays which demonstrated different aspects of the work in both words and pictures - complicated stuff for the average Peterite. Most had brought information on the qualifications necessary for their professions, and were knowledgeable about different aspects of their work. Katie Hamilton had lots of information on taking a year off between the Sixth form and University or Polytechnic. Most of it was about organised voluntary work in Third World Countries, and she pointed out the value of doing something worth while during a year out. Certainly, if you just spend the time bumming around at home, no self-respecting institute of higher education will offer you a place. On the whole, the Careers Forum was very useful; but I would perhaps like to see more young people there with more recent experience of how to join a profession. H. C. B. Careers Forum A Fifth Former's View On Saturday 30th April, Old Peterites from every walk of life met to pass on their worldly experience to members of the Fifth and Lower Sixth forms. From Accountants to "alternative" Lawyers, to people with advice on what to do in a year off, all eagerly wanted to show pupils that there is a life beyond School. On walking around the various desks, one met a variety of old pupils, ranging from the "long since departed" to those whom one remembered from younger days. All were keen to answer questions, hardly any of which were related to their professions. Each related his experience of the world to the schoolboy's view of it, and tried to show pupils that without a clear view of the future, the world can be a daunting place. However, with reassuringly solid advice and recollections of their own experience, they attempted, quite successfully, to help pupils form clearer plans for their own futures. E. E. C. 17 The Northern Schools Mathematics Competition Having wandered round Durham completely lost in a freezing January day, the Mathematics team was finally defeated in the quarter-finals of the Mathematics Competition. The team of Paul Thompson, Amit Basu, Richard Tatterton, Richard Quickfall and Ben Goddard had narrowly won each of the previous four rounds against teams which were as baffled by the obscure and bizarre questions as we were. Richard Tatterton astonished us all by being able to recite in order the 13 random numbers he had just been asked to memorise. On another occasion, a certain member of the team, having computed mentally and the cosine of the angle between the diagonal and the face of a cube, shocked his team-mates by stating confidently that almost losing the match. Other questions were far more vague; "What is special about the number 55?" "Nothing" seemed the most appropriate answer, but according to the solutions 55 is the 4th Kaprekar number and is also simultaneously triangular and square pyramidal. Of course. Amit excelled (as always) in finding justifications for his own answer when it was at variance with the official one. The team round, which involved racing your opponents to the solution of a set problem, resembled the one minute round of "A Question of Sport" - you were bound to guess right eventually. Most of the problems involved things like computing mentally (1625625), or selecting the 'odd one out' from the series 1,14,28,78,91 ("Obviously 1," said Amit. "It is a single digit.") In spite of the ridiculous questions, we all enjoyed the competitions, and many thanks are due to Mrs. Biller for organising them - and for convincing our opponents that the official solutions were often ludicrously wrong. Results 1. v. St. Aidan's (home) won 14 - 12 2. v. Whickam (away) won 20 - 14 3. v. Marton (away) won 19 - 16 4. v. Walbottle (away) Lost 13 - 16 P. M. T.

M. J. B. adds, Paul Thompson also won the Fourth Prize in the Open Competition of the General Accident Mathematical Challenge. Impressions My first year has, amazingly, gone extremely fast. After spending three years in the Junior School, I was expecting a rough-and-tumble hell-hole. My expectation soon changed. For a start, the teachers, I found, treated me with respect and authority, and seemed to be more relaxed with the entry of girls into the School. One of the things I really like about the School is the amount of sports we do - although it does leave us very tired, and it must be bad for those who are not gifted at sport (and circuit training is not one of the most pleasurable activities). I don't know what it was like before, but it must have been alright, because at the moment I think the School is excellent. The teacher-pupil relationship is something I have never encountered before, because the teachers seem to treat everyone as "one of them". The friendly atmosphere is good because it makes the place more relaxed to work in.

In G.C.S.E. a lot of emphasis is placed on Course Work done over the 2 years. For example, in Geography 30% of the total mark is taken from projects. Personally I would prefer to take an exam after the 2 years, as in O-level, and not do any Course Work. This is because some work submitted, for example in English, was done at the beginning of the Fourth form when my work was not at its best and so I will receive fewer marks than I would otherwise have done. My likely choices of A-level subjects are the ones done without projects at G.C.S.E.

It has been a totally new experience for me to have been one of the eleven junior girls coming into St. Peter's. When I first arrived I felt overwhelmed. The boys seemed very unsociable towards us, and most regarded us as being somewhat similar to aliens. The teachers wanted to know us and seemed very interested but a few preferred to stick to home ground, teaching boys. It is a nice feeling to have, that you have been an original member of the first Junior girls. We have got close to one another and been through a lot together: I think we are bonded together in that way; and however close we may get to other Junior girls in the future we won't forget our first surviving year at a school where boys have always been the history of the place.

The "safe" O-levels have become a thing of the past, replaced by G.C.S.E. examinations. These are radically different - but what of the courses leading up to them? The new examinations are based upon the understanding of problems rather than just knowing the answers as set text. It was to this end that our courses were geared. Out went theory and in came practice. Examples and knowledge were now required: the courses became plagued by surprise tests to keep the pupils on their mettle and to ensure that examples were learnt. A large percentage of the final grade now depends upon Course Work, a new facet of the curriculum as a whole. The Course Work entails a student producing work either at a dictated time and place to be assessed by the Examining Board, or over a period of weeks in the form of a Project. Both methods are new to both pupils and staff. Many projects

18 were handed in late, in the wrong place, to the wrong member of staff - if they were done at all. To add to exam nerves, this year's candidates were bombarded by the media with people's misgivings about the speed of the introduction of G.C.S.E. Nevertheless, it seems that the guinea pigs of the system's reform are pleased with the sweeping changes made - the relief of not having to know set texts by heart outweighing the newer burden of the range of knowledge now required. The examination's success can only be judged by the results it produces from the pupils, and by whether or not it changes the attitudes of the candidates to the system as a whole. E. I. W. P. The Library It has long been felt that, despite the excellent work of the Librarians and assistants, the time was approaching when the structure, planning and organisation of the library should be reconsidered. With the appointment for the first time of a Librarian untroubled by the cares of teaching, games and supervision, such reorganisation is now possible. The re-cataloguing of the present stock, using the Dewey system, is to be under-taken, and certain sections will be re-sited and extended. It is hoped that, as a temporary measure, one end of the present library will contain the Archives and a large section of books on the history of York. It is also hoped that, in addition to the borrowing of books, students will be able to consult ancillary and research material, and there will also be a section of Video tapes available for borrowing, following the scheme pioneered in St. Olave's which has proved to be so popular. Gifts of books will be most welcome, so, if you are clearing out your library or study, please remember to contact us. It might be that the books you have will not find a place in the library but, by arrangements with local booksellers, they can be sold, and the money raised be added to the fund for the purchase of new books. Please remember, though, that we require only hard backs or high quality paper backs. I look forward very much to beginning this new phase, and I am grateful for the support and advice of Derek Paterson, the present Librarian, and his team of helpers for all their hard work. Community Service The most encouraging features of this year were the continuation of voluntary service by most of the Upper Sixth members of the group and the keenness of the new Lower Sixth members. Twenty visited elderly folk in the Clifton area and two others helped in the Children's Play Group at York District Hospital. At the end of the Christmas term we held a tea party with carols, and a number of our friends came to the "Carols for All" concert. Easter term saw us repeat the tea party and we sang some of the old songs which we all knew. At the end of the Summer term we had our usual tea party as many of the visitors said goodbye to the boys and girls who have visited them over two years. There is no doubt that the tea parties were a great success. We are indebted to our chauffeurs and chauffeuses who ferried our visitors from and back to their homes. G. M. S. Non-Uniform Day 11th February 1988 After the success of the previous Non-Uniform Day in aid of the Emergency Box Appeal, Messrs. Shuttleworth and Hubbard thought it a good idea to ask the School to don costumes and casual wear once more. This time the worthy charity was the Faye Watling Appeal. The weather, though cold, did little to dampen the enthusiasm of either staff or pupils. The costumes varied from the elaborate to the lazy - from luminous green ski-suits to those who couldn't stretch themselves to dress for breakfast and so stayed in their bed-clothes until lunchtime. The military presence was strongly felt as Adolf Hitler (Stephen Cole) came face to face with Winston Churchill (Paul Barnes). These two were outflanked by the Three Musketeers (Mr. Stephen, Mr. Paterson and Mr. Hubbard). It is also to be noted that shares in "Grecian 2000" have rocketed since the Head of Maths tried to turn the clock back to his school days, and his hair back to its original colour. Overall opinion is that the idea, especially for such a worthwhile cause, was excellent. It was a most enjoyable day, and the final sum of £ justifies any disruption to lessons, showing that it was a marvellous effort from all involved. T.E.J.C./R.M.B.M. Music One of the features of the major Concerts this year has been solo Concerto performances by Upper Sixth formers. Rosalind Turner, oboe, played an Albinoni Concerto in the Autumn Concert, together with Marianne Klar who played the first movement of Bach's Violin Concerto in A minor; Robert Glover in the Summer played a Concertino for Trombone by Ferdinand David. Then in the March Concert three pupils, Paul Wand, Alistair Fernie and Matthew Doncaster each played a movement of Mozart's Piano Concerto in A major, K488, which proved a most lively performance. Mozart's "Requiem" formed the second half of this Concert, and was a special experience for all involved in it.'

19 The Orchestra, to cope with these heavy demands on it, has developed very well. This has been demonstrated in a capable performance of Schubert's "Unfinished" Symphony in the Summer and in Hoist's "St. Paul's Suite" in the Autumn. The advent of the Symphony Orchestra this year and the provision of regular rehearsal time, albeit in one term, has been very useful. The Band has played many new pieces this year, including "76 Trombones" and "Theme from "Exodus". The Band Bonanza saw many polished performances with a real sense of mood. It was also pleasing to have the Junior School Band join in the music making on this occasion. Bill Riley's work in all of this is much appreciated. The Music Competition produced some very assured performances, including Rosalind Turner's playing of Chopin's "Polonaise" in C minor for Piano. The new prize for Music Composition, kindly endowed by Mr. Tudor Howat, was awarded to Charles Metcalfe,, whose "Charade" for guitar received several performances during the summer, including one at a special Concert for visiting Head Teachers of prep schools. Here as in the following evening's Concert, the Band's performance of "Liberty Bell" (the "Monty Python" theme) and Wood's "Fantasia on British Sea Songs" was tight and impressive. Chamber Concerts and lunchtime Concerts this year have contained many excellent performances, and it was especially good to hear Woodwind groups playing in the October Concert.

The Choral Society The Choral Society has increased in numbers, especially in its pupil membership, and I hope that this continues. The major Concert of the year was Mozart's "Requiem" in March. The soloists here were a well-matched group, and each showed presence in a powerful work. Robert Glover's Trombone solo at "Tuba Mirum" was finely played and matched the authority of the bass, Edward Caswell. Clare Mathias' rich contralto voice was also a bonus. The Choir sang with strength and poise. Ian Lowe's and Dick Hubbard's work in staging, together with David Hughes' work at front of house should also be mentioned. The Orchestra again coped very well with difficult music. Before Christmas the Choral Society together with the Band provided a Carol Concert including carols for all and a wide variety of pieces from "I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas" to Britten's "Hymn to the Virgin". In the Summer Concert a range of English part songs provided good contrast in a mainly instrumental evening.

The Chapel Choir The Chapel Choir has had a good year, with the presence of a strong group of Fourth formers meaning that the middle area of the School has been better represented. The top line has been helped by some confident-voiced Sixth form girls. We visited Scarborough for a special Rotarian Service, and at Christmas a small group sang in the beautiful Chapel of the Merchant Adventurers. The Carol Service in the Minster was one of the highlights of the year. From the opening 13th century carol "Alle Psallite", through "Three Kings from Persian Lands" with a finely sung solo by Charles Mindenhall, to Mathias' "Wassail Carol", the Choir sang with real verve - a remarkable achievement at the end of so long and tiring a term. Performances in Concerts included the memorable "The way you look tonight" in the Autumn Concert, and Matyas Seiber's Three Hungarian Folk Songs in the Band Bonanza. The usual contributions to School Eucharists and to the Advent Carol Service have generally been assured, and this year termly Choral Evensongs have been added to the programme. The Commemoration Service in the Minster saw the Choir in fine form in festive pieces, and here the Brass Group's contribution, as at the Carol Service, was as splendid as ever. For the Choir this has been a year of steady development and gaining confidence. My thanks go to Mr. Keith Pemberton and Mr. Bill Riley for all their help and encouragement in what has not always been an easy year, with the added responsibility which we have had in St. Olave's. A. P. W.

Band Bonanza It must have been encouraging for the performers to see such a good audience at the Easter term's "Band Bonanza", where variety and talent were the flavours of the evening. The Concert began and finished with the Big Band, whose numbers were contrasting and stylish. Worthy of note were the numbers "Blues for Band" and "Troika" with Vincent Bates excellent on Piccolo. Several of the Big Band formed the Jazz Band, whose skilful version of "Copenhagen" was memorable. The St. Olave's Band showed undoubted competence, especially with their rendition of the theme from "M.A.S.H.", with Andrew Collier's accomplished Piano solo fully deserving its much demanded encore. The Choir of pupils and staff showed its usual proficiency, with the Hungarian Folk Songs and "Scarborough Fair" outstanding. Then a small number of the Choir made the piano the centre of attention as the Barbershop encircled it. Charles Mindenhall and the gangster-esque Alistair Fernie excelled in such pieces as "White Shoe Blues" and "Bermuda Buggy Ride." Thanks go to Mr. Lowe and Mr. Hubbard for staging, Mr. Pemberton for playing, and Maestroes Riley and Wright for organising and leading such a good evening. That so many people attended and enjoyed it was a credit to them. T. E. J. C./R. M. B. M.

20 Associated Board, Music Examinations 1987/88 Grade 8 Grade 5 Vincent Bates flute Nicholas Thompson pianot Grade 7 Simon Davies piano Martin Kershaw clarinet* Thomas Cockayne piano Simon Gildener flutet :xd>€l Damian Fowler piano Amanda Cooper flute Charles Barlow piano Grade 6 Michael Simmons clarinet Anthony Wilson organt Nigel Dawkins guitar Iain Mclntyre pianot Paul Reaveley flute Andrew Moxon flutet Christoper Richardson clarinet Clare Suttill celle Adam Dean clarinet Alexander Lovell clarinet Damian Fowler theory Michael Leaf trombone Richard Pyne theory Richard Pyne trombone Gavin Proudley theory Robert Glover piano Antony Dunn theory Iain Mclntyre theory Rupert Gregory theory •k Distinction Merit

The Science Society The Science Society heard lectures from Dr. P. G. Thompson, Professor R. Bronk, Dr. D. Jacobs, Professor Sir Richard Norman and Dr. A. Heavens. The Society also ran an Exhibition in the Christmas term and the "Great Egg Race" in the Spring Term. R.H.H.

The Great Egg Race "All Because The Lady Loves Milk Tray" On the occasion of the first Annual Great Egg Race, Dr. Barry Thomas came from York University to judge the efforts of teams from each of the eight Houses and the staff. Mr. Hubbard, Mr. Northfied and Mr. Mason organised the whole affair to a fiendish design by Mr. Dawson.

The Brief was 'To design and make an electrically driven vehicle which will (1) transport a box of chocolates; (2) negotiate a set course; (3) deliver the chocolates.

Restrictions (a) once the vehicle has started on the course it must not be touched, apart from the steering mechanism. Penalty: 10 points. (b) the vehicle must fit into a box measuring 450mm by 250mm by 150mm. Penalty: 10 points. (c) all vehicles must have a steering mechanism. (d) the chocolates must be delivered using a separate mechanism.

List of Materials: Box of chocolates, 155mm by 112mm by 41mm, 230gms; Softwood strips, 1000mm by 38mm by 8mm; Plywood strips 300mm by 100mm by 3mm; Plywood wheels diameters 76mm, 50mm, 32mm, 25mm, all 6mm thick, 6mm centre hole; Electric motor, battery and connectors; Dowel rod 8mm, 6mm, 3mm diameters; Plastic hose 6mm and 3mm bore; Elastic bands; Assorted pulleys; drawing pins, paper fasteners, paper cups, PVC tape, drinks cans, washing up liquid bottles, balloons and a selection of hand tools. The judge reported that it was a pleasure to see such enthusiasm from the teams. In judging, he was looking for two features, practical merit and design ingenuity. This latter was amazing: the number of wheels on machines varied from three to six while power units included a jet engine whose only deficiency was that it failed to move the thing under its own power. It must say something about the staff, that their team produced "a solid, unimaginative piece of craftsmanship". On the other hand, The Groves design was "full of revolutionary ideas." In the end The Rise won more or less on the basis that their ideas were good enough to make the thing work once they built it. Clifton 60 points; Queen's 75; Staff 78; Dronfield 108; Grove 55; Temple 105; Manor 63; Rise 127; School 70.

21 THE TAMING OF THE SHREW By WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE

music and lyrics COLE PORTER

book SAM and BELLA SPEWACK

CAST Petruchio Fred Graham Katherine Lilli Vanessi Lucentio Bill Calhoun Bianca Lois Lane Baptista Simon 'Harry' Morris Gremio Steve Cole Hortensio Sebastian Walker

Other parts played by members of THE CHORUS Richard Ambrose Will Lamb Paul Bryan Lara Lowe Ian Burdass Charlotte Malster Emma Copley Debbie Midwinter Emma Cowl Andrew Mindenhall Sophia Dammann Tom Reid Roger Depledge Jammie Robinson Jeremy Doncaster Angela Rosindale Jacquie Grace Stephen Sacco Diane Harrison Ruth Sowray Pip King Esther Williams Marianna Klar Peter Willmott

BACKSTAGE: Ralph Sacco, Hattie Cowl, Paula Grace, John Brown, Jean Dench, Anne Hall, Dave Hughes, Shaun Mason, Jane Alexander, Genevieve Shepherd, Julia Crocker, Ann Hodgson. LIGHTING: Mike Briggs, Matthew Doncaster, Richard Quickfall, James Butler. ASSISTANT CHOREOGRAPHER: Nicki Bell MUSICIANS: Adrian Lightly (Flute, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone); Rosalind Turner (Oboe, Cor Anglais); Martin Kershaw (Clarinet); Bill Riley (Trumpet); Matthew Williams, David Horner (Percussion); Roger Carrington, Philip Mindenhall, Gary Brown, (Violins); Bridget Bradshaw (Viola); Adam Hawkes (Bass); Keith Pemberton (Piano); and others. MUSICAL DIRECTOR: Andrew Wright. PRODUCER: Dick Hubbard. DIRECTOR: Ian Lowe. THE PLOT: Baptista's younger daughter, Bianca, is loved by three suitors: old Gremio, rich Hortensio and young Lucentio. Her father will not let her marry until he has found a husband for the shrewish elder sister, Katherine. Petruchio, a young adventurer, undertakes the task, both marrying and taming Katherine so that, by the end, she is shown to be more obedient as a wife than either Lucentio's Bianca or the widow Hortensio marries. The whole play is performed by a group of strolling players.

THE PRINCIPALS: FRED GRAHAM has had a distinguished career in the theatre culminating in his 1986 performance as Macbeth. To the general public he is best known for his role in the long running farce "The Sixth Form at St. Peter's" as Alistair Fernie (the smarmy one with the bow tie). A well known critic once described his singing as "Quite unbelievable. I have never heard anything like it before.' LILLI VANESSI has been a forceful presence in many shows and her on-stage and off-stage dramas with Mr Graham have led them to be called Yorkshire's very own Burton and Taylor. As her co-star said of her leading performance in 'Who's Afraid of Lisa Myers' - 'we all were. It was terrifying to be on stage with her. Talent! What talent.'

22 LOIS LANE has recently graduated from the Nicki Bell School of Dance and Deportment. She has scored at a number of University fringe events and is sure to become a major star now she has put herself in the experienced hands of Fred Graham. BILL CALHOUN was picked out at audition by Fred Graham himself who declared, 'He isn't a gamble, he's a certainty. I've not seen such an exciting prospect since the young Charles Mindenhall first trod the boards.'

We had heard a whiff of controversy from the Press - a song censored for sexism... at St. Peter's! It was whispered that relations backstage were sometimes touch and go - would they only be acting as the dishes flew? Did that curtain tremble a little as it opened? How had Ian Lowe been lured away from the uterine security of the Drama Centre to do battle with the Memorial Hall? Shades of Micky Rooney: "Say, gang! Why don't we do the whole show right here in the barn?" Creative tension was the name of the game. Which would gain the upper hand, Cole Porter's slick sophistication and hummable tunes or William Shakespeare's knockabout, painful truths hidden in sixteenth-century language? That robust band or the first chorus of the newly mixed School? To deal with these last two first - the musicians, amateur and professional, with some fine initiative from Gary Brown, had the advantage of Andrew Wright's baton. When the desk lights cast his shadow huge on the wall beside him, he looked like Hector Berlioz in a Ken Russell film. The chorus, less sure in volume, were occupied and moving, noisy strolling players entering from the back, executing a bewildering round dance, and commenting on the main plot by their reactions, usually remembering when they were next due to sing. Someone had put the radiators on full and created the right atmosphere for "It's too darn hot", a song and dance number that managed to be slinky, boisterous and disciplined. Your reviewer was well placed to see audience reaction, and in the first six rows jaws stayed dropped. One of the pleasures of the American musical is the way some of the great songs are given to secondary characters. Charles Mindenhall and Nicki Bell, as Bill and Lois, gave moving accounts of "Why can't you behave?" and "Were thine that special face", with a propriety not always apparent elsewhere in the production. Other minor characters were played with relish, notably by Steve Cole and Jacqui Grace. The efficiency of the backstage and lighting crews was stretched by the play within a play, the split main stage, with its hilariously artificial set, and the very advanced apron. That the audience was barely aware of this feat is the measure of the professionalism of all concerned. Petruchio and Katherine are the crucial characters for the play, the musical and the production. Alistair Fernie, who brought a new meaning to the Leaning Tower of Pisa, had dash, clarity and cynicism. Lisa Myers, acting more against her nature, drew depths of rebellion from within her to project tantrums and disappointed affection, both as Lilli and as Kate. Together they transcended the bounds of a school production and a bitter-sweet plot to form a magic couple to the strains of a pastiche waltz, "Wunderbar". Their professionalism was both an example to others and a reflection of the all-round commitment of this young cast to a dramatic form so different from their usual interests. "Never act with children or animals" is the advice to actors who don't want to be upstaged. Now we must include thugs. A night-club bouncer and a spiv in a plaster cast, Ian Burdass and Jammie Robinson, gave a performance of "Brush up your Shakespeare" that was rightly cheered to the echo. What more can the Burdass family do for the School, now that they've sung and danced? The many different strands of Dick Hubbard, Ian Lowe and Andrew Wright's production, those risks, those apparent contradictions, gave an audience who had come to a school play an evening marked by professionalism and, above all, warmth. R. G. D.

23 House Plays Organising House Plays is rather like organising the Grand National. You have plenty of entries (7 Houses ! this year); they get under starter's orders (choosing scripts and casts); but after the off you sit back and grimace I as they start falling at the obstacles, desperately wondering if any of them are going to finish the course. Well, two (Queen's and School) did enter the final straight and, true to form, they had been the rank outsiders. I would not have put my (hypothetical!) bloomers on "Dandy Dick" reaching the finish after watching it hit every fence from "over-ambitious" through "can't cast it in the House" to "last minute absence" but romp (well, stagger) home it did, to rapturous applause. The other entry seemed destined for a stewards' inquiry (was it really a thoroughbred, or designed for drag racing?) but, while it might not have looked pretty, it moved like greased lightning. Audience appreciation, like the music, was deafening. So another race was run; but with five fallers and concern from the R.S.P.C.A. (Robin's Society for Prevention of Cruelty to the Arts) it is time to re-think the future. The House Play Handicaps should perhaps give way to Lower Sixth and Middle School (novice?) Chases. This year may not have been a Classic, but my thanks to the successful jockeys, Sebastian Walker and James Berrington, and to the punters everywhere who lent them their support. I. M. K. L. Sixth Form Silly Night I i Douglas Tulley and I had been vaguely pondering a revival of the Sixth Form Silly Night for several months, ! but our thoughts crystallised one December evening over a packet of dry-roasted peanuts in The Exhibition. It was the Sunday after "Kiss Me, Kate". A mild outbreak of stage fever seemed to have struck, and we had just spent two hours laughing ourselves silly watching a review by "Fascinating Aida" at the Theatre Royal. Our minds were made up. I can't say we never looked back, because there were many moments when it looked as if the whole thing would be a non-event, or at least a naff event, and the lack of enthusiasm was at times overwhelming, j However, all the planning paid off, and it was alright (if not all right) on the night. j Our aim, (apart from raising loadsamoney) was to put on a show composed mainly of sketches, original if possible, . with a little bit of audience participation to spice things up. In the event we managed to get just under 80 people i on stage during the show, with only a handful appearing more than once. However, the people who volunteered j material can easily be counted on the fingers of one hand, and none of it was entirely original. It is a sad sign of apathy and lack of enterprise at the School, that whilst there was no problem getting people to perform ready- made scripts, we had to write two thirds of the show ourselves because no-one else was willing to make the effort. When Douglas found himself committed elsewhere our organising duo was somewhat depleted in strength, and I was left with a few things to do in the last week. By Friday afternoon, terminal panic had set in, and despite all the months of thinking, weeks of writing, hours of rehearsal and minutes of inspiration, I couldn't believe that things would run smoothly. Did everyone know their lines? Did anyone know their lines? Were the lighting ( and sound okay? Would backstage run smoothly? Had enough tickets been sold? How quickly does hair grow? What did happen to Lord Lucan? All these and more were questions which no-one else cared about. But once ' we got going, the adrenalin put paid to such trivial considerations and wiped out both nerves and the effects of j too many late nights, until the inspiration flowed... In the last week it had been a full-time job trying to transform a potentially good show into something that I would justify the ticket price and justify to myself all the time spent organising and motivating. The reaction i was something I will remember for a long time. I A. M. F. | The Debating Society The Society, during the Presidency of Paul Barnes, has at last finished its period of consolidation. It is now more popular, more democratic, and less Sixth-form orientated than it was last year. Furthermore, it has been agreed that under the new President, James Mee, the Society will increasingly diversify. Perhaps the best part of this year has been the increasing popularity of the Society among Middle School pupils. ' This year two outstanding newcomers, Sarah Panitzke and Rupert Gregory, have been prominent speakers. In addition to this, members of the Middle School have actively sought Executive Office. For example, James Mee is the new President, Rupert Gregory the Honorary President, and Gareth Kay is the Temple House Representative, i I hope all these people enjoy their time in the Society. I would particularly like to thank all those who have spoken in any capacity in this year's Debates, and to thank Mr. Stephen for his work to make it all possible. P. R. B. Dandy Dick When I read the synopsis I thought the storyline was okay, and when the curtains were opened I thought the same about the scenery. The play's acting then went downhill after the first song; but I realised where the Comic Opera was in it: the mistakes and Oliver Burnett-Hall (filling in at the very last moment for an absent member of the cast). Yes, when the bookcases were falling over and the necklaces falling off, even the cast could not help laughing. Although a lot of effort obviously went into it, a more up to date play would have been better.

24 Grease What a beginning! The lights went off and the first song blasted through four large speakers. Then the curtains opened and the next 25 minutes were spent watching one of the most enjoyable and best performed plays I have seen. The costumes and hairstyles were very good, and so was the scenery. This was clearly a well-practised play, very funny and enjoyable. M. A. R. The Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme The academic year 1987-88 saw the re-introduction of the D. of E. Award Scheme within the Third form. The aim is to develop a variety of skills and initiatives, and to encourage achievements in boys and girls according to their individual capabilities. Each candidate is encouraged to take on the responsibility of the Awards, the emphasis being on self-motivation, commitment and organisation of the candidate's own time. Although all have yet to complete their Bronze Awards, they have been involved in a variety of activities including Badminton, Squash, the Fire Service, and fund raising. All will go on Expeditions in the autumn term, and may move on to the Silver Award if they so wish. I am hopeful that the candidates will have benefited from and enjoyed the exposure to the new skills and activities, and that they will find them of use in the future. D. M. C.

We started our Award on 24th January with a session of Badminton, with six of us joining in. The Award is well enjoyed by everyone, and teaches you a great deal. We have been going for several weeks to the Acomb Fire Station. Eight people join us now, for an hour on Thursdays, enjoying making fools of ourselves in fire gear. We all are aiming for our Bronze Awards, going on Expeditions, Courses, Sports, and many other ideas. It isn't just fun we get out of this: it's also knowing and learning. Mr. Crook, Mr. Harvey and Miss Hodgson have helped us through, and we owe a great deal to them. S. R. C. To take part in the Award Scheme you had to write a paragraph about why you thought you would benefit from it. It is a good scheme to be in. There are four Sections: Service (e.g. Fire Service); Physical Recreation (e.g. Squash); Expedition; and Skill (e.g. Photography). It is good fun, and gives you tuition in whatever you do - and a good sense of achievement when you learn how. Those of us doing it now hope to continue it until Gold, although in its first year it is still experimental at St. Peter's. P. D. A. R. Lome Leader Cruising round the Hebrides over the Autumn half term in a refurbished Brixham Trawler: this was the prospect for the 10 Peterites and 2 staff. The beginning was far from cruising, sitting on a train from 7.30 in the morning till about 2.30. That was when we arrived in Oban, had a quick walk, and jumped in a minibus. "Lome Leader" was waiting for us about 12 miles away, as were the crew - a friendly bunch of colourful characters: the skipper, Donald Hind, helped out by Jim and Martin; the cook, Peter, helped out by all of us from Saturday evening until the next Saturday morning. At first glimpse, "Lome Leader" seemed a very sea-worthy boat: all life-jackets and harnesses provided; slightly comfortable beds with "luxury" quilts. We spent the first night by the pier. The next day at the crack of dawn we were off- motoring out of the small harbour. As it turned out, we didn't do very well the first day: the weather was against us and the skipper seemed to think that it would be silly to try and cross the Firth of Lome. We retired up a nearby sea-loch and left the boat whilst we spent the afternoon tramping through the undergrowth ashore in our borrowed yellow oilskins. It was quite a walk, which lent us a wonderful view of the ship from the top of a hill. Eventually the light was swallowed by the dark, and we were back on the ship, with dinner having been prepared by Nudge and Pip. The next day the weather was kinder and we found ourselves sailing along by the the Isle of Mull, and even communicated with a passing yacht. Again, at night fall, we were nestled into a different anchorage. Tuesday morning sent us motoring up towards Tobermory, which brought on a "name the Wombles" competition. Joey won, because he'd brought a Wombles pillowcase with him. That night we left the boat and invaded the "Mish Nish", Tobermory's most popular establishment. Before we left the next morning we had to stock up on provisions. It was also suggested that a new toaster should be bought because Joey had just fixed the old one. However, the original seemed alright. We left Tobermory that morning and carried on around the Inner Hebrides. We had to make sure we could get back to "Lome Leader"'s harbour with sufficient time to catch our train. On the journey back we encountered some relatively choppy seas, and the more adventurous of us moved to the front of the boat to try and get as wet as possible. Late in the week we were given the option to go and explore an island, population one part-time old lady and about 50,000 rats. Later that night we realised it was nearly time to go home. The day before we left was havoc: the whole ship had to be spotless, floors brushed and vacuumed, gear packed up, and beds made. The anchor was weighed by motor and we left our night's resting place and headed for the base. 25 Nobody was happy to leave: all of us had enjoyed the trip, even though the weather had been poor. As we signed the skipper's log of all who had travelled in the ship, we thought of the journey ahead of us to flat, unscenic York. On the bright side, there was the prospect of a re-run of the ship next year, perhaps a completely different route, but all that mind-blowing scenery again. It really is an opportunity not to be missed. Thanks must go to A. J. H. and D. J. H. who organised the trip. Another one is planned for '88: don't miss it! A. R. W. N. Snow do nia Christmas 1988 21 pupils and 4 staff, together with sundry old boys and friends, blended into this year's "Hafod trip" - sufficient mountain experience to allow 3 groups out on the hills each day. Preparations and packing seemed smoother than usual, our prompt departure enabling us to circle various bits of Acomb 3 times before it became clear that Phil Eastwood had collected the chickens as well as the eggs. Simon and Ian Goodwin were at the hostel ahead of us, their welcome for us only limited by the absence of anything bigger than a military mug to boil water in. On the first day, in weather that was typically warm, wet and windy, people were told which routes they wanted to do on Snowdon. S. J. G. and D. J. H. crawled with seven along Crib Goch ridge; P. J. S. and J. A. O-B took seven, breezed up the Rhyd-ddu path and came down the Snowdon Ranger without finding a single block on the way. I. J. G. and A. J. H. led the remaining seven up and down the Pyg Track with a variant drift towards Trinity Gulleys for luck. It might have resembled auditions for Snow White in different conditions, but ice axes and crampons have never been so redundant. At least zero visibility prevented anyone being frightened by seeing the drop - though the ridge walk came tantalisingly close to breaking out above the mist. Somewhere on the way down, the Crib Goch group zigged without zagging far enough and briefly managed to lose the motorway, thus removing any entitlement they might otherwise have felt to laugh at people who can't find the easiest way up. The second day began with P. J. S.'s discovery that he'd spent the previous one carrying a speed regulator in his rucksack. Outside the hut it was windy, warm and wet. On this trip, for the first time, we were well enough staffed to organise a small rock climbing group while the rest of us ascended our hills in more pedestrian ways. Andy Taylor, Russell Taylor and Mark Tozer went off with S. J. G. and I. J. G. to try various lines on the Idwal Slabs, eventually completing "Tennis Shoe" and the "Ordinary Route" with more or less combined tactics. Damp though the day was, Mark Tozer's attempt to fish with a climbing rope inevitably only caught the rocks. D. J. H.'s party nearly blew off the Gribin on their way onto the Glyders, being forced well into the lee of the crest into some good scrambling at one point high on the ridge. Dan Pearson's attempt at a down-wind hand-glide in pursuit of his departing glove did nothing at all to postpone D. J. H.'s heart attack. At about this time things changed to windy, cold and wet, so the group on the Glyders turned east to keep the blast behind us rather than in our faces. Route-finding became tricky between Glyder Fach and Nameless Peak but in the end a steep grass gulley took us northwards to the road at Gwern-y-Gof Uchaf - to the navigator's relief and the party's surprise. Meanwhile J. A. O-B. and P. J. S. plugged their way east over the long ridges of the Carneddau, familiar enough by now for them to do it on autopilot. Tryfan remained for the last full day, which startled us all by being still, cold and dry, ideal winter conditions. Its magnificent visibility culminated in the appearance of a solar halo complete with false suns, not often seen at our latitude. The whole group left the valley at intervals with the superb weather allowing everyone to choose his happiest pace. Some did just the North and South ridges of Tryfan; others kept going, over both Glyders and down into Cwm Idwal; while the strongest and the most foolish went as far as the summit of Y Garn before turning down to the hut. It is quite a while since the weather has allowed one of our groups to complete the entire "Idwal Skyline" walk. On Wednesday morning we again set up fixed ropes behind Idwal Cottage: all those with the desire and/or the energy did a climb and an abseil on the gulley's smooth slabs, while others tidied the hut in preparation for departure. It remains to thank all those who helped. The group showed themselves very willing to join in preparations and the work in the hut. Simon and Ian Goodwin and their friends were indispensable as ever. Dave Briggs, Dave Harryman, Richard Robson and Phil Eastwood provided much needed support on the hill. David Hughes, Paddy Stephen, John Owen-Barnett and Ann Hodgson took the blame - for snoring, cooking, going too far, and going too fast, respectively. As in previous years, I should like to stress that Old Peterites interested in hill-walking will always be welcome to join us on these trips: contact David Hughes at School for details. D. J. H. Sixth Form Ski Trip '88 Finkenburg, Austria Our enthusiasm for the holiday was by no means dampened by 1987's notorious list of breakages, or the reports of no snow. Indeed, high spirits lasted until the bus pulled up in Finkenburg, where the sun shone and the grass was maddeningly visible. At this point many of the party went to hide their grief in the nearest beer cellar and could only be coaxed back to the hotel by the prospect of a meal. On the whole, this turned out to be a meagre offering each evening. Gasthof Alphof left so many things (such as beds, bathrooms and hot water) to be desired that the maitre - Charlie - became the but of our Peterite wit for the duration. Mario the waiter was our only relief- persistently drunk and smiling inanely he would stomach our humour. The first morning brought snowfall and relief, so the glacier lipstick and mirrored sunglasses were donned en

26 masse as we rose to the slopes by bubble car. Peter Willmott was to discover the importance of removing the skis on leaving the bubble, just as unsuspecting T-bar attendants were to discover the importance of standing aside when the wearer of the venerable "pink balaclava" approached. This phenomenon was awarded to the pupil - or teacher, even - who was most humiliated on skis (see Mick Mullins and Mr. Crook). Mr. Cranville and his wife came from Geneva to lead the "bommers" (see Katie Ball-Dodd, Matthew Davison, Jason Mellor and others). For a few days he was able to polish his style (which he actually teaches). Ski poles could be seen falling from chair lifts on these "wipe out" excursions. "Wipe out" is perhaps the best term to describe the first two days, as everyone got used to skis. The next few days were characterised by skiing under the influence of schnapps. The beginners' slopes benefited from Julian Rich's visually aware "Klammer turns" which many aspired to (such as Mr. Crook and Miss Hodgson) - but they had to be satisfied with snow ploughs. The Apres-ski was generally a skid down to the local inn. There were also ten-pin bowling trips (when most people tried to match their skiing antics), and a night in Maerhoffen - the ever-so-slightly exclusive resort in the valley. Otherwise, Mrs. Shepherd, Miss Hodgson and Mr. Crook could be found in the hotel bar with some friendly North Londoners (see Chris Midgley, Mark Grewer, Simon Barlow and Richard Tatterton for inter-party relations). At the end of the week ski parties went to the glacier where snow conditions were better. To endure the ski-lift and get down the slopes was a feat in itself because of the extreme cold. Only Jim Martin, Tom White and Steve Cole didn't succumb to the warmth of the bars. Gasthof Alphof was left in the dark of the morning for a far longer return trip than expected. Because of fog the plane landed in a lesser-known Kent airfield for a few fustrating hours. At Gatwick duty-free we were on the home stretch. Overall it was a successful trip, for which we thank Mrs. Shepherd, Mr. Crook and Miss Hodgson who looked after us all so well. J. E. C. Sahara Experience 1988 After a break of two years, Measens, Bulcock and Tooms felt that it was time to unleash another set of Peterites at the Sahara Desert. So, at 8.45 p.m. on Saturday March 26th, parents and other relatives waved goodbye to: Mark Baker, David Barker, Amit Basu, Alan Chiswick, Jason Coughlin, Ben Goddard, Charles Mindenhall, Mark Mutter, Penny Netherwood, Clare Suttill, Nicholas Thompson, Katherine Tulley and Sebastian Walker. - fourteen fearless Peterites destined for many unique "experience", some pleasant, others just plain unlucky. Having spent an uneventful overnight journey trying to get some sleep with various degrees of failure, we arrived at Plymouth at about 6.00 a.m. for a 24 hour ferry crossing on board the 'Quiberon' to Santandar in Northern Spain. Despite an extremely smooth crossing, the girls, Dave and Seb all succeeded in emptying their stomachs - the first "Unlucky" of the trip, while greater mortals caught up on much needed sleep and liquid refreshment. After a cursory check by considerate Spanish Customs, we drove non-stop through Spain, stopping only for a picnic lunch and for dinner at a Madrid restaurant. This meant another near-sleepless and tedious overnight journey, relieved only by Charles, fortified with fermented grape juice, testing out the aerodynamic properties of sleeping-bags containing human beings (and by the 'Coughlin - Suttill' method). The following morning, after acquiring some more of the aforementioned grapejuice (45p a bottle) and experiencing Spanish public toilet facilities at a hypermarket, we boarded a ferry at Algeciras, near Gibraltar, although a haze meant that the Rock itself was barely visible. Having crossed the Straits, we arrived at Ceuta, a duty-free haven on the northern tip of Africa which belongs to Spain, and spent the afternoon exploring the shops before driving into Morocco. It took the Moroccan Customs at least an hour to demonstrate the full range of their inefficiency and allow us to drive on to an hotel in Asilah. The next morning was spent in Asilah, changing traveller's cheques at the 'Banque Populaire' which wasn't since it charged a commission, and hearing Moroccan children ask us for "Un Dirham (7p), monsieur" for the first of many times. It was then back on the bus, heading towards Marrakech. That evening we had our first taste of Mr Tooms' cooking, and later on, about ten miles from Marrakech, we slept under the stars; this was so enjoyable that we all woke at dawn the following morning. Marrakech is unique. The modern ('European') part of this market town meets the older part at a large, noisy and colourful square, full of snake-charmers, street-sellers and thieves. Some of us were shown around the Medina, which is the most ancient part of the town, by a guide called Abdullah, and mint tea was enjoyed at his brother's house/shop. There was the usual haggling for leather goods, bracelets and other useless items, all offered at generous 'student rates' - about five times the real value of the items. We could also get huge treasures for 'Motley Criie' T-shirts and just about anything else we owned, and there were the inevitable offers to exchange the girls for camels (one hump or two?), with Clare having to watch out for Moroccan carpet-sellers in particular. That night we camped just outside Marrakech, and the following morning, April 1st, we woke up to the news that Kath had chicken-pox. Unfortunately, this was no joke, but luckily she did not pass it on to anyone else. We then crossed the Atlas Mountains, pausing to buy amethysts (lumps of coloured quartz rock) and finally reached the fringes of the desert. After camping amongst a few thousand caterpillars and trying to stop Phil giggling through the night, we headed east, stopping by an oasis - the 'Source Bleu de Meski'. We set up camp in the nearby desert during a rainstorm, but soon cheered up on hearing that it was snowing in England. The following eight days were spent sunbathing at the oasis, where there was a natural swimming-pool, and getting our own back at the souvenir sellers ("Oh yes, we saw that 10,000 years old antique being made in Marrakech last week). The weather was perfect most of the time, although there was a dust-storm one night, and on another, just fifty minutes after they were heralded on the World Service, dinner was eaten amongst a plague of locusts. While at Meski, we also had the chance to eat a traditional meal in the nearby town of Errachidea, to see genuine

27 Bedouins, to be accosted by Arab prostitutes, to marvel at Mr Bulcock's punctuality (and excuses), and above all to suffer from dysentry and diarrhoea while throwing up all over the place (see Alan Chiswick for most graphic details - unlucky, Al.) Mention must also be made of Seb's solar still which miraculously sprouted potato peelings overnight, and of Charles managing to eat only nine (yes nine!) Shreaded Wheat for breakfast one morning. Evenings were generally spent consuming Spanish souvenirs, observing one housemaster's attemp to ensure that the Bulletin had enough material for the next decade, re-writing Mr. Tooms' Army career, doing the washing up by gaslight in the company of moths (see Amit for details), and listening to music ranging from James Brown to Wham (Club Tropicana vintage, if any 'Wham' may be called vintage), from Tchaikovsky (thanks Nick) to James Last (Mr. Tooms), and various other delights. While on the subject of taste, the delights of Chile con Carne must also be mentioned, if only as briefly as it remained in our stomachs. The day after this encounter, we all got up at 3.30 a.m. and drove near the Algerian border to visit some sand dunes and witness a spectacularly quick sunrise. Sand dunes lead to the false image of the desert as being just sand and nothing else; in fact most of the desert consists of rocky and sandy ground, with a fair sprinkling of small shrubs and bushes, interspersed with vividly green oases, which provide a stark contrast to the normal brown dusty landscape. It was then time to start on the journey back. We drove north, spending the night at a scenic hotel in the mountains, and after another day's driving, reached the border with Ceuta. After the Customs had further revealed their repetoire in delaying tactics, we eventually entered Ceuta, and boarded the ferry back to Spain. We slept in a large modern hotel in La Linea, and then visited Gibraltar the following day. Some of us climbed the Rock, visited the spectacular and ancient St. Michael's Cave, and got within inches of the famous apes, while the majority made use of the duty free shops and pubs. We also stopped for petrol at the station made famous by the S.A.S. and I.R.A. After Gibraltar, we drove along the Costa del Sol, and then northwards at leisurely pace, arriving at Santandar two days later. One of the nights was spent at two separate hostels in an old and traditional Spanish village appropriately called Antequeras, where Seb Walker had an eventful morning. Split up in two groups, we were all supposed to meet at one of the hostels for breakfast, but the girls, having promised to act as alarm clocks, proceeded to oversleep. This meant a hurried and disjointed rush to the other hostel, which, Seb and Phil Birch failed to find. They had breakfast at another cafe before finding the minibus and then, about fifteen minutes after we had left the village, Seb realised that his expensive camera had been left behind in the cafe... An unlucky morning, Seb. However, he found the camera and all was well. We spent an afternoon in Santandar, searching for a 'McDonalds' in vain before boarding the Quiberon again for the return journey to Plymouth. The voyage back was even calmer than the previous one, which meant that no-one was sick, but also meant that we had more time and energy to spend money... The highlight of the ferry- crossing was undoubtedly the buffet breakfast - as much as you could eat for £4.00. Suffice it to say that had all the passengers been Peterites, then Brittany Ferries would not have made a profit on their catering. As it was, they were very lucky, since Charles decided that this bargain, for which we must thank Mr. Tooms for pointing it out, was not worth it. Unlucky Charles. We arrived in Plymouth at about 5.00 p.m. and then unhindered by customs, were soon driving through the night again, stopping for fish and chips in Exeter, and dropping off Mark 'Mel Gibson' Baker at a service station near Manchester. Eventually, another sleepless night later, we arrived back at York at 6.30 a.m, tired and much in need of the traditional English breakfast with which Mrs. Bulcock very kindly welcomed us back. Many thanks must go to Mr. Bulcock and Mr. Tooms for enabling us to enjoy such a memorable holiday which we recommend to any intrepid Lower Sixth in the future. A. B.

28 The Sahara "Alternative Impressions" The time: 8.00 p.m. The place: St. Peter's, York. The situation: Fourteen innocent LVI being dragged away from the bosom of their families for 3 weeks fun and games with the veteran desert rats. By the time we reached Clifton Bridge, most packed meals - which were to last until we arrived in Spain - had been opened. Any food left over mysteriously found its way into Amit's bottomless rucsac. On arrival at Santander, the following 24 hours turned out to be murder, since we drove from northern to southern Spain, stopping only at the Spanish version of "Little Chef - not quite up to scratch, since the choice of liquid refreshment was brandy, brandy or brandy. Moroccan customs were a brilliant example of efficiency and honesty: we got through in an hour. Al's eagle eyes served him well, and he found us an unused road in which to park and prepare our dinner. S.A.S. Walker's senses led him to the beach to have a swim in the freezing Atlantic - a man who lives life to the full! We arrived at Marakech at 10.30 a.m., where offers were made ranging from a rug to a field of opium for highly treasured possessions. One group found a guide with the original name of Abdulla, who out of the kindness of his heart showed us around for about 50p and then tried to persuade us to give him our cameras as "English presents" before he left with 2 biros. Our first oasis, "Source Bleu de Meski", looked like paradise but the water was cold and fish the size of sharks were swimming in it. We couldn't expect to have everything. We stayed at the oasis for a week while the lucky ones got letters in the daily post from their loved ones. The outgoing post, however, took a month to get to England. Al T. did a Paul Hogan impression when he wrestled with an airbed - almost a crocodile. Treat of the week was a plate of cous-cous which was appreciated especially by Alan Chiswick - and everyone else the next morning. The dunes were probably the most impressive part of the holiday, and a totally hew experience. Leaving the desert on Sunday, we reached the Ceuta-Malaga boat on Monday, and stayed not in rooms but in apartments in an hotel a few hundred yards from the Rock of Gibraltar. The next day was spent buying presents for the staff at great expense - a Gibraltar pen for John and a Union Jack mug for Al, among other things. We arrived in York at 6.30 a.m. and after unpacking the bus we had a breakfast which was so big it must have accounted for half the Sahara budget! - thanks, Mrs. Bulcock, it was much appreciated. R.M.B.M. Snow do nia at Easter Expectation: When I received the letter for the trip, I expected the hut to be a wooden shed. I thought we would be sleeping on old, rusty beds. The letter about the trip made me think again: did I really want to go on this holiday? It sounded more like a survival course. I kept asking myself, am I going to enjoy this? At the time, it seemed not. Realisation: When we were driving across the side of a valley, someone pointed out the hut to me: it was made of stone, and had painted window-frames. When we arrived and I walked in, there were wash basins and toilets, and a kitchen. There were concrete floors and the walls were bright. I was amazed. I went on into our dormitory with 3 bunk beds on each side and a heater on the wall. I thought, this will do me fine. I was thirteen when I went on that trip and the only third former, but I found the walking wasn't too difficult to keep up with. Anyone can go on these holidays, and I would very much recommend them. S. R. F. Easter Hill-Walking A small group, 10 of us, led by Ann Hodgson, Derek Paterson and David Hughes and helped again by David Harryman, descended on Hafod once more at the start of the Easter holiday. We were blessed with generally excellent weather - though it would have been nice to have rather more snow underfoot. We stretched ourselves to begin with, going rapidly up the Devil's Kitchen path onto the Glyders, only slowing down to allow our novices to play around in a long, enjoyable snow gulley. Across the plateau between the two Glyders we drifted in and out of sunlit mist, and headed for the col at the back of Cwm Tryfan. From there, D. M. P., A. J. H. and Dan Pearson descended to the hut, while D. J. H., Dave Harryman and the rest of the group went on along the ridge to Capel Curig - where, with exact timing, the minibus arrived just as we did, to take us home. The second day we chose a relatively unfrequented part of the Glyders: straight up behind the hut, with the hope and then the reward of excellent views. Sometimes outlying ranges give you new angles on better known hills: it is fun to see familiar routes from a distance - and it can be good for your navigation of that old ground next time you are up there in difficult condition. Snowdon was beautiful, under snow from perhaps 2,000 feet. Thus tempted, our last full day was a trek up the Pyg Track on Snowdon: it became tricky at the crest just below the obelisk where steep snow was in rotten condition. The descent has its moments, too. Rather than go back down the Zig Zags, we took the Llanberis path in something approaching a white-out. A head-wind made navigation difficult - and contrary to popular opinion, this route is no easy option. If you get it wrong there's an 800 foot cliff just below you to punish your mistakes. Unlike one previous, notorious occasion, at least we were getting the taxi back to our minibus by choice. D. J. H.

29 The Loire Valley Trip, Easter '88 At about 10.15 p.m. on Saturday, we left School. By 6.00 a.m on Sunday we arrived in Dover, to be greeted with the news that the strike would delay us by 12 hours. After a long and tiresome wait we boarded the ferry at 7.30 p.m. We arrived in Calais to find that the French strikers weren't letting anyone out of the port. This delayed us by yet another hour! At last we were moving again, and travelled straight to Amboise, arriving at 7.00 a.m. on Monday. There we had our usual breakfast of bread and a bowl of hot chocolate. That afternoon we went to Chaumont, to visit the first of many Chateaux. Then we went on a small boat down the Loire, on which we were able to have a go at steering - some more successfully than others! On Tuesday we visited Amboise Chateau, where Leonardo da Vinci's tomb is; and in the afternoon we went to the house where he lived for the last 3 years of his life. We went on to taste some of the wines of the region. The following day was the highlight of the trip. We were up bright and early for our journey to Paris. Here we visited the Cathedral of Notre Dame. Here Martin Brown thought he had his watch taken from his wrist when a man bumped into him. He found the watch in his rucsac 2 days later. We also visited Sacre Coeur and La Place de Tetre where Alistair Birch and Mark Richards had their caricatures done. We went up the Eiffel Tower (except for Mr. Shread who, despite his excuses, made it obvious he was scared of heights). During the holiday we also visited Chambord Chateau, which Leonardo is thought to have designed. We saw Cheverny and Chenonceaux, which is built over the River Cher. On 1st April we spent a day in Blois. This was after we had been told that the coach had broken down: this was Mr. Crook's revenge after being woken at 2.00 a.m. by alarm clocks which had been put in his room (Mr. Shread slept right through them). The end of the trip came very quickly. On Sunday we were up early. We made our crossing from Cherbourg to Portsmouth, and arrived in York at about 2.00 on Monday morning at the end of a really super trip. D. H. B. APRIL 1st. IN AMBOISE The day began unexpectedly early with a 3.30 a.m. alarm call for Messers Crook and Shread. After managing to locate the offending timepieces certain devious plans began to formulate. Later that morning after plotting with our coach driver, Peter, the plan was put into action. The pupils were assembled as usual at 9.00 a.m. on the coach and the staff deception began to take place. Peter, after diagnosing an engine fault, manfully struggled to fix the problem but with little success. After much heated staff discussion, it was decided to contact a sister coach in Tours which could help with the day's trip. Fortunately we managed to contact the other coach and arrange a 'rendezvous' in the car park on the other side of the river. So the pupils were sent on ahead while the staff waited for the spare part. Meanwhile Peter prepared for his photo session by the coach in red overalls and sporting that 'knowing smile'. After this, the message "APRIL FOOL" was inscribed on the windows' condensation. Twenty minutes later the party of walkers were picked up from their 'rendezvous' by several smiling members of staff! R. G. S. ONE EVENING IN THE BAR A pupil, who will remain nameless, happened to knock over and smash a glass in the Hotel. He was most apologetic and was heard to remark to the Landlady. "Avez-vous une brush"? To which a Master replied, "no, no, .. Basil" The pupil then asked the Lady, "Avez-vous une Basil"? The Master then replied, "no, no ...Basil Brush"! Finally, another pupil intervened and explained the tale. R. G. S. We met at school in high spirits, which were soon dampened when the coach of "high standards" arrived. Nevertheless we all squeezed in and journeyed through the night to Dover, where we drove into a big car park with lots of other coaches. We were told by a greasy little man (with lots of awkward colleagues who were on strike) that there would be a minimum delay of 12 hours. The major problem was that we weren't allowed out of the car park: there was just one shop and a burger bar. Once we had crossed Channel we drove off the ferry only to be confronted with more awkward truckdrivers/seamen who were complaining about something or other. These people had planted a 32 tonne articulate lorry blocking the exit. We were told to go back on to the ferry and wait for the blockade to be cleared. After an hour we left for Amboise. There, the rooms each had 2 bunk beds, 2 windows and 2 sinks. Other than that it was walls and a couple of cupboards. We were given some money and told to have a look around the town to find somewhere to have lunch. Each evening we dined at the Restaurant de la Poste, which was a little unfortunate as we had tasted better food elsewhere. On April Fool's day the pupils' plot of planting alarm clocks set to go off at 3.00 a.m. failed: Mr. Shread slept right through four of them while our co-conspirator (Mr. Crook) had to get up and turn them off. The teachers had their revenge when we were told the coach had broken down and we would have to walk into Amboise to get a reserve one. We must add that their plan could not have worked but for the pupils' original doubts over the state of the vehicle. On the last night we set our alarms for 6.00 a.m. but in our room we were up at 4.00 when a mouse was sighted. Luckily James Thompson was undeterred, and coolly dealt with it, with a lemonade bottle. C. P. B./I. A. G. 30 Battlefields Trip On Wednesday 25th May at 3.30 p.m. 10 fourth formers and 2 third formers set off on a trip which had not been tried before. We left in exceedingly high spirits, accompanied by music from a large ghetto-blaster. On arrival in Hull we soon boarded the boat for a somewhat boring crossing, as there was little to do. Even our enthusiasm on arriving in Belgium was short-lived when we discovered that the School bus (or "batmobile") refused even to crawl off the boat until we suffered the embarrassment of having to push start it. We set off towards Bruges. There, we were given a couple of hours to explore. To be honest, the most welcome sight was that of a small hamburger joint. Then came the start of the battlefields. Passchendaele was small and very quiet. There was little in memorial to the war except a small, ugly church. Inside there were stained glass windows commemorating the battle. After a very short stop we went on to one of the major sites, Ypres. The ride was very bumpy but was tolerated by the very high spirits of the party. We found the hotel after asking 3 different people for directions. From a distance of 3 miles it looked like a monastery. Closer it looked like a large kitchen, but we still managed to wind down and relax in a certain amount of luxury. On the Friday morning we rose at 7.30 to go back into Ypres. En route we stopped off at a garage to have the bus fixed because every time we wanted to go anywhere, it refused to start. For a large fee a small part was replaced, and we finally arrived in Ypres. We spent 2 hours there looking around and enjoying the sights, especially the Menin Gate. This is a fine memorial to the thousands named on it who gave their lives in the Great War in the Ypres Salient. Hill 60, Hell-Fire Corner ("the hottest place in Europe" in those days) and Tyne Cot Cemetery were the next places in line for the St. Peter's School Party treatment. At Tyne Cot there are about 100,000 men buried, all in almost identical graves. It was the vast scale which drilled into our skulls the real horror of the war. At the other places there was little to see except small monuments, but they said it all. On Saturday another early start - except that the bus wouldn't go. This problem was to be with us for the rest of the trip - our push-starting providing much amusement for the locals. We got so fed up with it that we pinned a sign in the window, "Te Koop lOOf'. We got no offers. Probably 2 of the best places on the trip awaited us in the Vimy Ridge area. First was the Notre Dame de Lourette cemetery. This is French and contains thousands of graves. As in many of the small graveyards we visited, the Jews were segregated and given different crosses. There is a church, and a tall monument built in honour of the dead - provided by the women of France in memory of their men. Inside the monument (a tall tower) there is a shrine containing the bones of unknown men. These bones were placed in long coffins and are piled on top of each other. The piles seem to go on for ever. At the top of the tower the view was incredible. The whole countryside was visible, for it was a glorious day, and from there we could see our next destination, the monument on Vimy Ridge itself. This is one of the best monuments I have ever seen. It is bold yet unobtrusive and portrays the mood 1 .,,. 1 TT 1 11 1 brilliantly. Here there are also craters and trenches, visible but not accessible. On Sunday we drove to Amiens and stopped off at small monuments on the way. These included the best place on the trip. At Beaumont Hamel the front line of the Battle of the Somme is visible and could be traversed. The two lines are very close together, and it was quite a feeling to walk in the 15 metres of ground which used to be no-man's land towards the Danger Tree, which is the only tree that survived the attack there. We had an eventful evening in the hotel in Amiens. Paul Cove managed to get stuck in the lift for 45 minutes and the batbus got sandwiched by two other cars. Mr. Hubbard went off to find a friendly gendarme to explain our predicament, using his vast vocabulary of semaphore (G.C.S.E. French will get you nowhere). In the end, one of the cars was bumped out of the way and it was off to the seaside for a day of total tourism. However, we decided le Touquet was too much like an expensive Torquay so we left early and headed for Dunkirk. The trip was almost over. There was nothing left but to wave the shores of France goodbye. Many thanks to Mr. Drysdale and Mr. Hubbard for what was an exceedingly enjoyable trip - one to be repeated. S. J. G.

31 Lit. Soc. : Pete Morgan*s Visit It is not often that we are afforded the luxury of hearing a professional poet read his own works, and the feeling in the Lit. Soc. was one of eager interest, and some trepidation, with the prospect of having local poet Pete Morgan do this. At first Pete read us some new poems from his forthcoming collection, going on to reveal some sources of inspiration - from digging up broken crockery, to open scissors, and even a bell which broke the first time he tried to ring it! The recurrent theme in poems such as "Good Orts" was the passage of time, these objects seeming to be his link to past ages. We were lucky to be the first people ever to hear one poem Pete Morgan had dedicated to Seamus Heaney. This reading following discussion points from members of the group. After our tea-break the conversation turned from recitals to Pete relating his experiences during his career as one of Britain's few professional writers. He stressed the importance to him of being prolific, for both artistic and financial reasons. The visual element of poetry - its appearance on the page - is very important, he said, and could influence a reader's conception of a poem. He then proceeded to give a dynamic reading of one old poem, "1681bs. of Meat" (1681bs. being the weight of the average American man at the time of writing). This poem is an attack on the reckless lifestyle of man towards Nature and possible nuclear war. Pete also told us some humorous stories about reading poems in public - such as the occasion at the Edinburgh Festival when he used flash powder to give some more impact to the last line of "1681bs." and managed to burn himself quite badly, much to the amusement of his audience who took it for a rehearsed effect. Overall, the visit of Pete Morgan was accepted as a great success by the Society's members, and many look forward to a similar visit next year. T D H

Chess Internally the Chess Club, even after moving to room M, has been very successful. In fact, I cannot recall it ever being so popular before. Junior attendance has been at peak levels every lunchtime, which perhaps goes some way to explaining the U16 success. In the Senior tournament Richard Quickfall and Stephen White tied for first place. The new start of the younger generation Reza Ahmad, won the Junior tournament. Stephen White also won the Puzzle competition. As an inevitable follow-up to last year's House Chess, Queen's repeated their blitzkrieg performance to defeat The Rise 4 - 2 in the final. S Q f y/ The introduction of a Third year Championship and a Fourth year tournament produced extra interest for the younger players at the start of the season. Many went on to play regularly, and it is certainly true that those who played the most showed the greatest improvement. There is enough talent in the lower years to form a good U16 side again next year, and it is to be hoped that they will work to develop their games. It is not easy for Seniors, at School until 5.30 and with several A-level preps to complete, to play in a 2V2 hour first team match whenever asked. However, if the Club is to perform well at this level, it must find six or more players who put Chess Matches representing the School well up their list of priorities. There is a great difference between those who play Chess and those who play at Chess. With the U16 League and Cup trophies won, along with the two individual Cups collected by Reza Ahmad and Stephen White in local tournaments, the Club clearly has a basis on which to build. It has been a successful season, and we hope for an even better one next year. I. K. H.

Senior In terms of results, this year's "A" team record must be one of the poorest ever. Out of a total of 102 individual games played, only 45 points were scored. At the heart of the problem lay the School production of "Kiss Me Kate" which deprived the team of several competent players. Matches clashed with rehearsals, with catastrophic results, and the team never really recovered. The results have understandably been most disappointing. Only 6 matches were won out of the 17 played, a 41% record. If, as J. R. Capablanca remarked, "You learn a lot more from your lost games", then we shall certainly learn a lot! S. C. T. W.

Junior The 1987-88 season started well for the U16 "A" team, having been under the guidance of Mr. Hardwick for one year previously. Many new members joined, and this influx of skill and potential played a major part in the matches which followed. The team started the league fixtures in a strong way with many players from whom to select a team. Three experienced Fifth formers provided the core, and younger members gained valuable experience. This team recaptured the League title. In the Knock-out competition, we beat a strong York Juniors team in the final to clinch the double. The team members were awarded medallions for their excellent season. Reza Ahmad perhaps improved the most, reaching the board one position for some matches. The team was well captained by Tarik Tutill and expertly guided by Mr. Hardwick. The team themselves should be thanked for their team spirit which contributed to the winning energy which enabled everyone to enjoy the season. D. J. B.

32 COMBINED CADET FORCE The C.C.F. was inspected in February.by Brigadier W. R. Mundell, O.B.E. This was the regular biennial inspection, and the final report on the Contingent was complimentary, with some valuable critical suggestions. On parade were 118 cadets and 6 officers, and there were various section activities after the parade. The Army Section, in particular, showed its skills in survival, Ambush Drills, Section Attacks, and Shooting on the Strensall Training Area. During the past year the most significant change in training has been the introduction of the new Cadet rifle, the cadets' version of the SA 80. Instruction on the new weapon has been given mainly by the Army's Cadet Training Team, whose weekly visits lend a touch of real military expertise and professionalism to the cadets' training. At the end of the Summer term, thirty-four cadets are attending the Army Section's annual camp at Proteus, and fifteen R.A.F. Section cadets are training with the Royal Air Force at R.A.F. Stafford. Throughout the year, the Contingent has been ably supported by its officers and senior cadets, and it is with them in mind that I quote from the final paragraph of Brigadier Mundell's report: that St. Peter's School has "a strong, effective, and enthusiastic C.C.F., which it was a pleasure to inspect." R. J. B. C.C.F. Biennial General Inspection By a strange paradox, the weather for the day was both fine and foul. While the sun shone brightly, the temperature was well below zero in almost-Alpine fashion. Brigadier Dick Mundell, 2 i/c N.E. District, was conscious of freezing fingers and toes, but the Contingent stood to attention for over an hour. After the parade, we all moved over to Strensall Common, where the Brigadier saw a variety of training being put into practice on the ranges and in the field. He ended the proceedings by speaking to the assembled Contingent about his immediate impressions. He was frank about the level of actual military proficiency achievable in any C.C.F., but praised the structure of our training programme and, particularly, the way N.C.O.s are encouraged to lead and teach as soon as possible. An interesting footnote is that one of the Inspecting Party was Mr. L. C. le Tocq, who took over command of the School C.C.F. fiftv years ago, in 1938. D. G. F. T Bugler - Guard of Honour Playing in front of an audience of sniggering faces and smart remarks, although testing at the time, seems easy now; particularly compared with playing to the Brigadier and his solemn ensemble. With their caps and stripes, their authority filled me with awe and trepidation. The notes warbled from my bugle, my lungs cried for air, as they scrutinized what they had probably heard on numerous occasions prior to this, the sequence of notes embedded in their brains. They were in mine too, but that was not how the short-lived solo came out. The agony of embarrassment and disappointment soon receded along with the end of the piece. "Do you know any other calls?" The Brigadier asked in a suprisingly warm tone of voice. "Not yet, Sir" I replied with a heavy emphasis on the Sir, "though I can play the 'Last Post' and 'Reveille', Sir." "Oh,, so we'll be able to hear them at the end of the day then, if you don't mind." "Yes Sir", I replied, with hope of improvement on my last performance. "How does the 'Last Post' go?", I questioned myself in panic. However, during the journey to Strensall I managed to recall how to play it correctly. At least on the previous parade I had my back to everybody, whereas now I stood into people's blackened faces: the amateurs, the practised and the truly professional. Things could only get better though, and with nervous limbs I placed the bugle against my mouth and blew, only to hear the terrible gargle of water within the instrument; were it not for this, the rendition of the 'Last Post' would have been fine. Still, commendation was received, along with sympathy. There's always room for improvement I suppose. G. J. P.

This inspection took place on Tuesday 16th February. It started off by us all parading outside the C.C.F. huts so that the Brigadier could inspect us in our uniforms. He was very nice, and asked us questions. After the Brigadier had inspected us we went to Strensall, where each platoon split into two groups and put a show on for him. The section I was in had to do "Section Attack". It was quite an experience because I was one of the enemy. We were all given Cadet rifles with some blanks. The rest of the section who weren't enemy had to take out hideout. J. M. H.

The visiting party arrived at 09.30 hrs. and was welcomed by the Gun Salute under the command of Corporal Dunstan, the bugle being played by Junior Corporal Proudley after the inspection of the Gun Salute. The remainder of the Contingent was then inspected in somewhat uncomfortable conditions. The Army section moved on to Strensall Common so that they might be viewed in action. Firstly, on the ranges, the Brigadier was given a demonstration of the new Cadet Weapon, and then he went on to the main field to watch Cadets undertaking hide-building, camp-craft, a command task, a patrol exercise, an ambush drill, and finally a section attack. This gave the senior N.C.O.s an opportunity to display some of

33 the leadership techniques learnt in the section, and the other recruits the chance to display the teamwork and fine morale which is present throughout the C.C.F. As a conclusion to the morning, the Brigadier addressed the whole Contingent. He talked about the important role which School C.C.F. sections still play today, even though their purposes have changed somewhat since he was a member of one himself. The C.C.F. enables people to take command - a vital skill which must be learnt for all jobs in life. A most enjoyable and varied morning was completed by a playing of "The Last Post". M. E. B. C.C.F. R.A.F. Section Notes The start of the new year was marked by the intake of Cadets who had recently^ moved up into the Fourth form. In charge of the section was Flight Sergeant Doncaster. Cadet training started immediately, lead by the senior N.C.O.s. It involved weapons training, drill, and basic in-the-field training in preparation for the C.C.F. Field Day on 20th October. This was held at Strensall Common with -22 Air Rifle shooting, section attacks and full bore SA80 shooting being among the activities. Flying throughout the year has been kept at a minimum by the weather, but invaluable experience was gained by being around aircraft even if they weren't flown. The Spring term brought with it frantic preparation for the General Inspection, carried out by Brigadier Mundell. Again, a full programme was arranged and, following various exercises at School, the R.A.F. section went out to join the Army section at Strensall Common. Despite apparently better weather during the Spring term there was still no flying, since every Sunday, the day normally set aside for visits to 11 AEF at Teesside airport, it rained. Murphy's Law was certainly against us this year! During the Summer term, the pace of event slackened, since all Vth and UVIth years had more pressing matters to attend to; but overall the section ticked over, making arrangements for Summer Camp - held at R.A.F. Stafford, home of 16 Maintenance Unit, 2 Motor Transport Unit, and the biggest warehouse in Europe. This is actually the R.A.F.'s stockholding site for all the mechanical parts one might ever require, from Land Rover wheel nuts to Tornado cockpit parts. One building alone on the station holds £1.7 billion worth of equipment, recorded by almost a million different reference numbers. Most Cadets at camp flew Chipmunks from nearby R.A.F. Shrewsbury, and everybody had a 10 minute flight in a Wessex Search and Rescue helicopter. Camp was shared with a school from Edinburgh. The total number of Cadets was 45, including 13 girls, which was the perfect size, allowing everybody to get to know each other Well. This along with the help and organisation of the Officers made the camp very enjoyable. I would like to thank Flight Lieutenant Jelbert and Mr. Ison for all their, help and support over the last year, and I wish Sergeant Gary Brown every success as Head of Section next term. M. R. D.

R.A.F. Camp at R.A.F. Stafford, July 1988 34 C.C.F. Army Section Notes In 1987 at annual camp at Wathgill it rained... a lot. In 1988 at annual camp at Proteus it rained... a lot. And yet, this year, the section has had two of its most enjoyable camps, particularly the most recent at Proteus. Here not even the most torrential downpours could dampen the spirits of" the Cadets. Almost all the training was run by regular soldiers: troops were drafted from as far afield as B.A.O.R. This very professionally run camp rounded off a year of success and enjoyment for all those in the section. However, there have been moments of disappointment during the year. In October the Colts Canter team were unable to repeat their tantalising second place in the annual "March and Shoot" competition achieved in 1986. This year we only finished sixth. But, there is always next year (as we so often seem to say about Colts Canter). Similarly, in May we let slip our grip on the 7.62mm Target Rifle Trophies which have adorned our Halls for so long. We were, admittedly, to blame for this disaster ourselves, as a result of some surprisingly slack shooting near the end, but we were also unfortunate to encounter some pedantic and trivial rules which led to our disqualification. Overall, however, the Contingent was given the thumbs-up by Brigadier Mundell in March when he presided over the General Inspection. He was impressed above all by the enjoyment which Cadets gain from the C.C.F., and by its methods of instruction which ensure practice in teaching and communication skills. Typical of this was the Junior N.C.O.'s Cadre, run by our own senior Cadets: thus a self-perpetuating mechanism of learning and teaching is created within the section. These new N.C.O.s all performed admirably at camp and have been promoted accordingly. The Proteus camp concentrated on leadership, as well as on the basic infantry skills of patrolling and of mounting attacks at section and platoon level. During the exercises, prisoners were snatched with alarming frequency: whole sections were taken prisoner by regulars posing as enemy (about whom rumours of interrogation and torture abounded); patrols became "geographically embarrassed"; and boats were half-sunk. Yet the emphasis was always on enjoyment and learning, two aims which typify the C.C.F. at St. Peter's. After four years' service, I reflect on the opportunities offered me by the Corps, as much for social and travel reasons as for the purely military, and for all those chances I thank Messrs. Bulcock, Stephen, Mason, Owen- Barnett and especially Tooms for all their enthusiasm and concern which help make the C.C.F. so worthwhile. Finally, good luck to Jonathan Dunstan, who takes over the section for 1988-89. D. G. F. T. St. Peter's Shooting Team Report 1988 The first event after the appointment of Peter Bond as Captain was, of course, our participation in the annual March and Shoot. For most of us, it was our first chance to use the new Cadet rifle; the antiquated No. 4 rifles finally being withdrawn due to metal fatigue. The Cadet rifle is an offshoot from the SA 80 (small arms for the '80s) development programme from the Enfield factories. The rifle is unusual in that it is a Bullpup design, so the action is set very far back along the stock which gives the performance of a full size rifle, but with a very much smaller overall size. However, due to a combination of pouring rain, variable wind and unfamiliarity with the weapon, the St. Peter's team did not do very well. In October the Section's Field Day was held at Strensall, and all cadets were able to use the 7.62 target rifles, although shooting at running man targets is a little odd with a ring foresight element. Most enjoyed shooting full-bore for the first time, with many R.A.F. cadets (particularly Nigel Dawkins) demonstrating that shooting is not solely the prerogative of the Army! Of course there were the expected complaints about noise and recoil. As mentioned elsewhere, the FSPS held a Barn Dance in April, and kindly donated the proceeds to the Shooting Team and the Tennis Club. We used the money to purchase four sets of new target sights with the hope of using them at Bisley in July, and have yet to purchase some slings. Our first opportunity to use the new sights was at the practice for the NE District TR Meet. The weather conditions were fairly constant - moderate wind and pelting rain all day - which actually made it easier to shoot well! On the event itself we entered two teams - one with the new sights in the 'A' category, the rest with the old sights in the 'B' category. Most of the team shot fairly well, with Justin Clark being the only team member to win in the Pool Bull. Unfortunately, we did not come back with any cups this year, but having won so many times perhaps it was time we let someone else look after them for us! The final event of the year was the House Shoot. The rules were altered this year to ensure the inclusion of at least one 4th form member of each House, with the consequent result that many of the Houses were unable to field their best shots. Temple won the competition overall, with Grove 2nd and Queen's 3rd. Individual bests were Peter Bond (138 ex 150), David Barker (133 ex 150) and Julian Bond (129 ex 150). We did not manage to send a team to Bisley this year, although I feel that with a little more opportunity to practice at Strensall we could do very well indeed in the Ashburton - so here's hoping for future years. Once again, our thanks must go to Captain Tooms for all his help and support during the year. P. S. B. House Notes School An unusual start to the year saw a new House Master and some 21 ex-Dronfield boys join the house - Atkinson arrived a little late - along with 6 new third years: the House was full! In no time the new faces blended in with the old. Nigel Muirhead, Captain of School Rugby, School Cricket and School Squash, was Head of House and Head of School. Stephen Proudley and William Lamb were School Monitors. 25 Vlth and Vth years played Rugby for the School, of whom Nigel Muirhead, Matthew Spence, Robert Jupp, Adam Atkinson, Nicholas Patchett and

35 Warwick Pemberton played for the 1st XV. We won the Senior Inter-House Rugby Cup. In the House Squash, despite having Muirhead and Atkinson as 1st V players, we were beaten in the final by The Manor. The School Drama production saw various members of the House in Chorus roles, but Charles Mindenhall took and sang a leading part and deserves much applause. Things musical saw contributions from many members of the House, particularly the brothers Mindenhall, Charles Metcalfe, Andrew Moxon, Gavin Proudley (despite his elbow!), Christopher Rowland and Michael Simmons. The term was rounded off with a splendid party, for which special thanks to Mr. & Mrs. Owen-Barnett, especially as the former dressed so well for the occasion and joined in with the right spirit! The Easter terms saw 11 Vlth and Vth years playing Hockey for the School, of whom Trevor Bosomworth, Adam Atkinson, Richard Hutchinson and Matthew Spence played for the 1st XI. The Seniors easily won the Cross Country Competition, ably led by Malcolm Bagley with Warwick Pemberton coming in 3rd overall. A well supported House 5-a-side soccer team also won their competition, beating favourites Temple in the final. In the House Swimming we came 2nd, and the Junior House Rugby side showed tremendous spirit to reach the final of their competition - outstandingly led by Simon Russell - but came away losers to the competition favourites, Queen's, despite having some 7 School Junior players in our team. The House entered into the spirit of the House Drama week by putting on a most memorable performance of "Grease". It was well-received, took a lot of hard work to become quite so polished, and much credit must go to James Berrington for all his organisation and tremendous effort, along with all the LVIth plus a few others who put a great deal of time and effort in - and certainly seemed to have enjoyed themselves. 8 seniors represented School Cricket sides, with Muirhead, Hutchinson and Spence representing the 1st XI. We lost only 2 wickets throughout the Inter-House competition, and beat Grove in the final. The House Tennis team so ably led by Matthew Forman - a School 1st VI player - lost in the final to Temple, but fortunately all bar one are here next year as School players to carry on from this year's fine efforts. 11 members of the House represented the School at Rowing and 4 at Athletics; and in the House Athletics competition, despite notable wins by Nicholas Patchett, the brothers Proudley - a 400 metre double! - Peter Midgley and Graham Wood, we came 2nd overall. The Junior Cricket, ably led by School team player Michael Simmons, faltered at the first hurdle; but the Junior 5-a-side soccer team followed their Senior counterparts into the final and came third overall. John Grainger deserves credit for being awarded an E.S.U. Scholarship to America next year. The House won The Oxford Cup again this year, and the following members were awarded prizes on speech Day: Edward Carling, Joby Taylor, Ashoke Kundu, Charles Metcalfe, Peter Nowell, Stephen Chung, William Lamb and Nigel Muirhead. Apart from personal or team successes that stand out this year, it is impossible to record the many everyday occurrences which happen and bring a smile to people's faces or remain a talking-point for a day or so. We had visitors at unusual times; Nathan Allison mended the House toaster; Adam Atkinson dressed in a black leatherette miniskirt and a wig for "Grease"; to name but a few. In recognition of their contribution to the success enjoyed by the House in various fields, House Colours were awarded to Matthew Spence and Richard Hutchinson. However, the success of the House is not only measured by the silver on the sideboard but also by the way House spirit and the cameraderie within the House are generated - so ably led by Nigel Muirhead and all the rest of the UVIth, who along with Mark Greensit leave this year with all our best wishes for success in the future.

36 Dronfield As part of the change to becoming a folly co-educational School, the Christmas term saw the opening of Dronfield as an all girls House. On the first Sunday of term there were still contractors in the building, desperately trying to complete their work on time, but gradually most of the initial difficulties were overcome with the co-operation of all. The 13 members of last year's Lower Sixth were joined by 16 Lower Sixth entrants and 11 Juniors, making a House of 40 in all. Becky Sharrock was the first Head of House, with Sophie Richards a School Monitor. The House was well represented in many of the major School activities, although there were few opportunities for girls in Inter-House sport. However, Becky Bramall captained a Squash team of Nicki Bell, Becky Kettlewell, Sophie Richards and Alex Webster in a hard-fought 1st round match against the boys. In School fixtures Angela Rosindale deserves special mention for playing in the 1st XI as a third former. In Drama and Music the House made a strong contribution. "Kiss Me Kate" featured Lisa Myers, Nicki Bell and Emma Cowl, together with several other girls, both senior and junior. Amanda Cooper and Clare Suttill played in concerts, and there was a noticeable presence of 8 members of the House in the School Choir. Becky Kettlewell and Pippa King represented the House on the Chapel Committee, and several girls took part in the Debating Society's meetings during the term with Sophie Richards serving on the committee. Nicki Bell, Pippa King and Becky Sharrock all served on the committee of the Science Society. On several evenings during the term Mrs. Gorner's Contemporary Dance sessions proved to be very popular with the House. Towards the end of term, a group of Lower Sixth girls, joined by several boys from School House, raised £100 for charity by Carol Singing: Sarah Cowl and Christine Kelly represented the group at the presentation of a cheque to the Well Workshops. Clare Suttill raised £50 for the Liver Foundation by organising the collection of used stamps. The term ended with a dinner followed by a disco, with each girl inviting a guest. The after-dinner speeches of Mr. Stephen and Ian Burdass provided much entertainment! The evening proved to be a success which could be repeated in future years. On the final night, after Christmas cake, mince pies and punch, the House settled down to watch a video. Altogether, a promising start to the new Dronfield: our thanks to all who helped us through this term. With the Easter term came the main sporting events for the girls. Teams took part in competitions including Indoor Hockey, Chess, Swimming and Cross-Country. Dronfield entered 2 teams in the Indoor Hockey and both of these reached the final. The winning team, captained by Becky Kettlewell, consisted of Polly Farnsworth, Lucy Hughes, Sophie Jackson, Gemma Pollard, Angela Rosindale and Clare Suttill. The 2nd team was captained by Sophie Richards. A team of girls including Jane Alexander, Gemma Pollard, Becky Ingledew and Angela Rosindale, captained by Becky Sharrock, took part in the Science Society's "Great Egg Race" and were placed 2nd, being beaten by The Rise. The Chess team, captained by Steph Atkinson and Becky Kettlewell, fought valiantly against the boys from Queen's, eventually losing 5-1 to the champions. The Swimming Gala saw its first all-girls team, captained by Debbie Midwinter, consisting of 8 Juniors from the House. The Juniors also took part in the Inter-House Cross-Country competition with Esther Williams and Emma Copley finishing 21st and 35th out of 165 competitors. At the end of term House Colours were awarded to Becky Bramall, Becky Kettlewell, Debbie Midwinter, Sophie Richards and Becky Sharrock. Junior Colours were awarded to Angela Rosindale and Esther Williams. In the Summer term several girls competed in the first girls events in the Athletics Sports. Emma Copley won both the 800 metres and 100 metres races; Angela Rosindale won the 200 metres, and Charlotte Malster the Discus. The Tennis team, consisting of Alex Webster, Zara Moayedi, Polly Farnsworth, Susie Musgrave and Sophie Jackson, captained by Jane Alexander, lost to Temple who went on to win the competition. Emma Lockwood organised the House Chapel week, assisted by a group of 10 girls. At the end of term, Senior Colours were awarded to Nicki Bell and Lucy Hughes, and Junior Colours to Emma Copley, Becki Ingledew, Sophie Jackson and Susie Musgrave. On the final Friday there was lunch for the leavers and, for those not attending the Leavers' Ball in the evening, strawberries and liquid refreshment. The House Party after Prize Giving was a success, with the weather allowing us to enjoy some sunshine in the garden. Finally, our congratulations go to Alex Clark, Emma Lockwood and Clare Suttill on their appointments as School Monitors, and to Emma in particular as next year's Head of House. The last words of congratulations go to all the House on winning the Merit Cup.

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37 Temple The House started the year with quite a strong Upper Sixth year group including three School Monitors (Head of House, Nigel Durham; and William Robinson and Douglas Tulley). Katy Ball-Dodd, Nick Green, Louise Heslop, John Leatt, Jason Mellor, Ruth Torlesse, Ros Turner and Peter Willmott were all appointed House monitors. 14 Third formers, 1 Fourth former and 5 new members of the Lower Sixth were welcomed by the House and settled in quickly. Mr. Allen joined us from The Grove to become a tutor, and Mrs. Biller became a Deputy House Mistress. The Senior House Rugby was soon upon us, and the team led by Nigel Durham put up a spirited and determined performance against a more powerful Manor side. The 20 - 0 score reflected Manor's superior talent, in the absence of 2 key players, Douglas Tulley and Jason Mellor. Highly commendable performances by Matthew Davison and David Tunstall are to be congratulated, Matthew soon earning himself a regular place in the School 1st XV. Although Temple is not renowned for its sporting abilities the House has some outstanding individual talents, with representation on Rugby teams at all levels, and also in Cross-country teams, particularly in the younger years. The House was also represented in Girls' Hockey, Netball and Rowing. Nick Green reached the finals of the BHS Tennis Tournament, and Louise Heslop was selected to run for York and District. On the cultural side, the House's high musical standards were maintained in the Choir, Band and Orchestra, by Ros Turner, Marianne Klar, Ruth Torlesse, Adrian Lightly, Martin Kershaw, Gary Brown, Peter Willmott, Simon Frost, Simon Gildener, Adam Hardisty, Richard Macleod, Jon Firth, Gareth Kay and Alex Weir. Special mentions must go to Ros Turner and Marianne Klar who performed their Concertos magnificently. Tom Reid, Sophie Dammann and Marianne Klar took part in the most enjoyable and successful production of "Kiss me Kate". The House's spirit and morale were clearly shown when we undertook our fund raising events in aid of Multiple Sclerosis. Nobody dreamed the total would reach £420. It is a credit to all members of the House and something of which they should be very proud. Thanks go to Mr. Hubbard and Mr. Stephen, and all other members of the School who took part. The New Year started, and with it the Inter-House Cross-Country arrived (sooner than most wanted). In the Senior event Temple performed creditably, coming 4th overall, with notable runs from Jamie Leather, who came 2nd, and David Tunstall. Jamie, Captain of the School team, ran well all season and was selected to run for York and District. The Juniors ran with determination and spirit, coming an overall 4th. The dominant sporting activity of the term was, without doubt, the Senior 5-a-side Football competition. The House team, captained by John Leatt, performed skilfully and brilliantly at times, winning the league easily but losing the final 5-1 to School House. A special mention must go to William Robinson, the goalkeeper, and Matthew Davison, who scored 12 goals. The girls, not to be outdone by the boys' Inter-House events, played well in their Indoor Hockey competition, despite lacking practice. The Junior House Rugby team lost to School House and then just lost to Clifton House. The team, showing great determination, led by Alex Weir and Richard Macleod, with some inspired tackling from Christian Martin, was a credit to the House. The Senior House Chess team unfortunately lost to Queen's in the first round. However, a few members in the Fifth and Third forms of the House represented the School U15 Chess team and were very successful. These included Ben Dickson, Tarik Tutill and James Gossow. The House Squash teams both lost to School House in the opening rounds. However, William Robinson, who played at number 6 in the School's 1st VI is to be congratulated for his organisation of the relatively inexperienced teams. To round the term off, the Inter-House Swimming went badly. However, we managed to obtain a total of 8 points (4 more than last year) thanks to Andrew Ludiman and Tom Reid. The final event of the term was the "Sixth Form Silly Night", in which Temple Sixth Formers were well represented. House Colours were awarded to Douglas Tulley, Nick Green, John Leatt and Matthew Davison. Summer term started almost immediately with the first round of the Senior Inter House Cricket competition. The team captained by William Robinson had a narrow escape against Queen's, but despite losing to the favourites, School House, in the next round performed creditably and with determination. The Junior side were unlucky in their 1st match, narrowly being defeated (in spite of an excellent performance by Andrew Ludiman) by The Manor, who went on to win the competition. The House has several excellent cricketers. Tom Reid and Andrew Ludiman were regular members of the U14 "A" team. Simon Gildener played well in the U15s; and John Leatt captained the 2nd XI, with David Tunstall also bowling quickly and accurately for them. Nigel Durham and William Robinson received their 1st XI Colours and Caps, with William scoring over 600 runs in the season. The Inter-House Athletics just before half-term saw outstanding performances by members of the House. Matthew Davison won the 100 metres sprint, also coming 2nd in the Javelin; Gary Brown ran well to come 2nd in the 200 metres; Karl Deakin threw the Discus 5 metres further than any of his opponents; and Andrew Ludiman and Tom Reid also performed with skill and determination. The highlight, however, was Jamie Leather's run in the 1500 metres, having just made it to the start after finishing his G.C.S.E. Mathematics examination. Temple finished an excellent 3rd overall. The Junior Football team, spear-headed and ably led by Richard Macleod, just failed to reach the semi-finals, despite great commitment and effort. The high standard of Rowing within the House was maintained by Jason

38 Mellor, Ruth Torlesse, Katherine Tulley and Ros Turner. The last week of term was by far the most successful. Nick Green, Sulieman Al-Bassam and Douglas Tulley, regular members of the 1st XI who obtained Colours for Tennis, aided by the future Lendls and Beckers of the Fifth and Third forms, easily beat Dronfleld and Queen's in the opening rounds of the House Tennis Competition. Having been losing finalists for 2 years running, it proved 3rd time lucky: we won in style, defeating School House 8 sets to 1. In the same week there was an even bigger shock: Temple won the Shooting Cup, and the team, David Barker, Jonathan Edwards and Tarik Tutill are to be congratulated on their fine performances. A large number of members of the House received prizes at the end of term, and they deserve congratulations. Nigel Durham won the K. H. Rhodes Prize and the B.M.A. Prize for Science; Douglas Tulley won the Brian Holbeche Prize for a Critical Essay; Simon Gildener won the Middle School Essay Prize; David James won the Arthur Craven Memorial Prize for Spoken French; Marianne Klar won the German Prize; Rosalind Turner won the Sixth form Music Prize; Martin Kershaw won the Third form Music Prize; and Benjamin Fraser won a Third form Prize. We wish good fortune to Peter Jackson and Jamie Leather who leave at the end of the Fifth form. The House is very sorry to see the departure of Mrs. Biller (Miggy) to a new job. She has been a very friendly and cheerful member of staff with the House and School, as well as an excellent Mathematics teacher. We wish her every success, and all the very best in the future. Lastly I would like to thank Mr. Drysdale for all his hard work and support which he gives so selflessly to the House. I also thank Mr. Brown, Mr. Allen, Mrs. Biller, Mr. Hubbard and Mr. Riley. Also thanks go to the House Monitors and U6th, without whom the smooth running of the House would have been impossible. I wish them all the best of luck in the future.

The Manor The beginning of the academic year saw an intake of 20 new Manorites, swelling the numbers to 58. Paul Barnes was appointed Head of House. Many Manorites took an active part in all aspects of School life, with Mark Tozer being appointed Captain of Boats, Timothy Moodycliffe Captain of the 2nd XV Rugby, and Nigel Jackson being involved in the Science Society. The House was well represented on the Rugby field, with Jonathon Stubbs, Dominic Clavell and Philip Sawkill being chosen to play for the 1st XV. In addition 18 others represented the School at all levels. In the Senior House competition The Manor, making up for lack of talent by grit and determination, defeated Temple by 27-0, but met the omnipotent School House side in the semi-final. After a brave fight, typified by Richard Griggs' gutsy tackling, The Manor lost. More cultural pursuits (like the House Chapel Week) were more controversial and less enthusiastic than in past years. Congratulations are in order, however, to all those who represented the School in Music, Chess and Debating. On the last day of term House Colours were awarded to Paul Barnes, Timothy Moodycliffe, Richard Griggs and Jonathon Stubbs. In the Easter and Summer terms The Manor continued to be successful in all aspects of School life, but particularly on the sports field. The Senior Squash team won the Inter-House competition with a devastating 5-0 victory over School House, with a particularly fine performance by James Kelsey. Many Manorites also represented the School on the Hockey fields, notably Jonathan Stubbs and Timothy Cooper for the 1st XI and Amit Basu for the 2nd XI. However,

39 it was on the Cricket field that Manor did particularly well. In the 1st round of the Senior competition the Manor destroyed a good Rise side with a combination of Timothy Moodycliffe's bowling (6 for 23 in 12 overs, 5 maidens) and Dominic Clavell's innings of 81. Later Manor were closely defeated by The Grove. In the Junior House competition Manor finally won through some excellent batting and fielding from both Michael Forrester and Simon Powell. In all, The Manor had 4 1st XI players, with Jonathon Stubbs captaining the 2nd XI. As well as sporting achievements the most promising part of the year was Manor's academic success. Last year's Fifth form did exceptionally well with Amit Basu gaining 13 O-levels, Dominic Clavell 12, and Tim Cooper 11, putting the average for the year group to more than 10. Finally, I feel I must congratulate Dominic Clavell on being made Head of School for 1988/89, Tim Cooper on being appointed Head of House, and Amit Basu a School Monitor.

Clifton The increasing number of day pupils in the School took the House roll to over 60 for the first time since its formation in 1985. It is always a pleasure to welcome new faces and the House can only benefit from an influx of fresh enthusiasm. Settling into a strange environment can be an unnerving experience, and the need to make newcomers feel welcome and at ease is a social grace to be learnt. It usually comes with increasing maturity. The House system when it works well can provide every pupil with a secure and welcoming base, but equally it can have the opposite effect if all are not sensitive to the feelings of others. The most positive side of any House is that it often leads to lasting friendships and the sharing of interests in the company of other young, vibrant and developing personalities. This evolving cameraderie is worth at least as much as the sporting successes traditionally reported in these pages. The Senior House Rugby competition dominates the thoughts of many during the Christmas term and the House was grateful to Crispin Hill for organising the squad again. The strong forward line-up resulted in a hard-fought victory over Queen's. In the semi-final against The Rise, we seemed to have the upper hand, leading until the final 10 minutes, but the result was disappointing for the House squad who had played Rugby together for several years. Many have represented the School also for some years and we congratulate Crispin Hill, Michael Donoghue and Nicholas Hobson on being re-awarded their School Colours. Despite apparent chicanery, not only did we fail to win the Senior Squash match against The Rise but both teams were disqualified for failing to complete the fixture. Whilst Squash is a well established School sport, Badminton comes and goes, and its renaissance this year is to the considerable credit of Mark Butler. Musical and cultural activities are just as important as sport, and an excellent concert involved several members of the House. The outstanding "Kiss Me Kate" is well reported elsewhere. Simon Morris's "King Baptiste" is worthy of particular mention here, with others helping in less prominent roles. Denise Burdon had the rare experience of appearing on television in "Open Air", and we were pleased to see her play an active part. The Christmas festivities were dominated by a Tree bedecked with presents to which everyone contributed. A rather physical version of musical chairs featured in the party games; mince pies, cake and trifle were consumed inelegantly; and numerous plastic rubbish bags carried away the accumulated debris. A rather more civilised party was attended by a majority of parents and their interest in the House is always appreciated. After the merriment of the Christmas term, the Easter term soon got underway and proved even more hectic than previously remembered. The House got off to a good start with the Inter-House Football, Clifton manoeuvering

40 themselves with skill and determination into the semi-finals. The side, captained by Paul Bryan, fought an exciting draw with Temple, losing in the replay but being placed 3rd overall by beating Manor in a play-off. Credit must 1 go to all team members, especially John Hewitt who was top scorer and motivator of the team. \ The Inter-House Cross-Country resulted in little more success than last year. However, valient efforts were I made by all members of the Junior and Senior teams. John Hewitt was captain, and led by example, winning | the Senior event. For this and his enthusiasm towards the House in both Senior and Junior teams, John was presented j with his House Colours. The Junior Squash team once again gained a place in the final against The Grove. The team of 3 led by James j Harding competed well but met their match on the day. Our Junior Rugby team lost in the 1st round but redeemed themselves by beating Temple in a play-off. The girls displayed skill and determination in the Inter-House Indoor Hockey competition, narrowly missing the final : after extra time. Congratulations are due to Catherine Towers on being picked to represent the Area Hockey teams at schoolgirl level, and for her selection to the Yorkshire Women's squad. House Colours were awared for her individual and team contributions throughout the year. Finally on the sporting front, the major event for the House was the Swimming Gala. As a result of the heats Clifton had a magnificent chance to usurp School's domination of the major sporting events. We had representatives in almost all the finals, with Jonathan Parr working hard to encourage the team to success. We won by a significant margin. Credit must go to everyone who took part, especially James Meaden, Robert Sellers and Jon Parr who won their individual races. House Colours were awarded to Jon Parr for his captaincy of the Swimming team, and his individual contributions to the House. Outside the hurly-burly of the sporting fields, many social events have taken place. Disappointingly, not enough support was given to the House play which had to be abandoned this year: perhaps the House will succeed next year. One game which often passes unnoticed is Chess. The School U16 team has had much success this term. Clifton is well represented by Reza Ahmad who was on board 1 of the team which won the York and District tournament. The Summer term, along with the trials and tribulations of exams, brings numerous House activities. These get under way very promptly, weather permitting, with the Senior Inter-House Cricket competition. Clifton, with many 1st and 2nd XI players in the House team, started with high hopes but these were dashed by The Grove in the 1st round. The Junior competition also took place and the House team confounded the pundits by reaching the final, only to lose to The Manor. Our 5-a-side Soccer team performed well throughout the term, although we narrowly missed a place in the semi-finals despite the individual skill of Kinshuk Garai. In the Athletic Sports the House competitive spirit was again in evidence, but success was confined to individual performances. Catherine Towers won the Trophy for Girls' Athletics, and John Hewitt ran away with the 3,000 metres trophy. At the end of the Summer term Mr. Hamilton "retired" as House Master, to take up the post of Second Master. He has worked hard during the last 3 years to establish the House and set it on an even keel. However, it is with great pleasure that we welcome Mr. Crook as the new House Master, and we wish him and the House every success in the future. Grove House

The start of the year saw many changes in the House as we welcomed Mr. Stephen as our new House Master, replacing Mr. Allen who completed 12 years as House Master. We thank him once again for the invaluable help he gave to all the Grove-ites under his control throughout the years. Mr. Tooms was welcomed as Assistant House Master, and Mr. Dawson, Mr. Ison and Mr. Northfield were appointed as tutors. Michael Briggs was appointed Head of House and Captain of House Rugby. In the Senior House Rugby competition, The Grove lost in the first round to a strong Rise team, the eventual runners-up. It was a highly commendable performance, however, with all those taking part great showing commitment and determination. Special note must be made of Simon Robinson who tackled himself into the ground, and to Edward Horton, the sole representative in the team of the Fourth form. Thanks go to all non-team players who were a credit to the House. Alan Ruder also represented the School at 2nd XV level. The House Squash team led by Paul Wand won through in an interesting first round tie against Dronfield. The highly successful production of "Kiss Me Kate" saw good representation from The Grove. Alistair Fernie played Fred Graham, Stephen Cole was Gremio, Jacqueline Grace played Paula, while Penny Netherwood and Jeremy Doncaster were in the Chorus. Backstage contributions were made by Richard Quickfall, Michael Briggs, Matthew Doncaster, Peter Bond and James Butler. The term ended with the House Sixth Form Dinner. It was the first time such an event had been organised for the House and was an enjoyable evening with much merriment for all concerned. It seems likely to become a regular feature of the House calendar. The highlight of a very busy Easter term must be the Grove House Chapel Week, which provided the opportunity for many people within the House to contribute towards the School. The services were constantly funny and thought- provoking, and always well produced. The hugely successful climax of "The Last Supper" sketch, coinciding with "Comic Relief, rounded offa most memorable week. Special thanks must go to Alistair Fernie for co-ordinating it all, and to Stephen Cole who took part in "The Last Supper" with Alistair. There was also "The Great Egg Race" with the Grove's noisy challenge being led by Matthew Doncaster, the House's Science Society representative. On the sporting front, the House battled bravely in the Senior House Cross-Country, the team being led by William Honing. For the second successive year Andrew Taylor was the House's most successful runner, though everyone in the team ran well, allowing the House to finish an impressive second. The Juniors also did well, finishing fourth. The 5-a-side Football team, led by Alan Ruder, battled bravely but with little success. Too often the players wanted one touch too many, meaning the final shot was not powerful enough. However, a more successful sequence of results is anticipated for next season, as the team will be largely unchanged. There was more success in the House Squash, with the Senior team led by Paul Wand reaching the semi-final; and the Junior team of Andrew Lee, Richard Hudson and James Stephenson winning an exciting final against Clifton. The Inter-House Swimming team was ably led by Charles Dent, with a notable individual performance from James Butler who won two events. Alex Radcliffe also competed for the House in the Swimming, the only Grove girl to do so. The girls have been active in many sports including Tennis, Swimming, Netball and Hockey. Adele Aspden captained the Girls' House Hockey team in an indoor competition in the Sports Centre. The Summer term was dominated as always by examinations but there was time for some excellent Senior House Cricket. The House was not fancied to do well, yet performed outstandingly, only being beaten by a stronger School House XI in the final. There were fine individual performances from the Captain, Paul Wand, and from Simon Robinson, Andrew Smith, William Honing and Vincent Bates. However, Cricket is a team game and all 42 11 members must be thanked for their efforts. The fact that the team which did not possess real strength in depth could reach the final speaks highly of the great spirit present in the House. The Shooting team was led by Peter Bond, who obtained the highest individual score in the competition. Success in the Athletics Sports came mainly from the younger members of the the House, promising a bright future. Outstanding individual performances came from Christian Brooker, winning both the 400 and 800 metres, and from Bruce Neary, winning the 1500 metres. Commendable performances also came from Angus Gowthorpe, Paul Tse, Tony Jackson, Andrew Taylor, Jonathan Dunstan and Daniel Pearson. The Academic efforts of the House were rewarded by prizes being won by Alistair Fernie, Paul Wand, Richard Quickfall, Charles Dent, Stephen Cole, Vincent Bates, Leon Panitzke, Anthony Curtis and Ian Gordon at Prizegiving. Sadly this term was the last for Mr. Rigby who is retiring after 22 years at the School. We thank him for his help in all aspects of running the House, and wish him a long and happy retirement. We also thank Mr. Stephen, whose first year in charge has been both happy and successful. We hope this success may continue in the future. Queen's The first year of Mr. Hughes's House Mastering saw Mark Grewer as Head of House and Mary-Ann Kilby as his Deputy. Mr. Paterson continued to give valuable time as Assistant House Master; while Mr. Lowe, Mr. Lancaster, Miss Crocker and Mr. Wright were House tutors. 16 new Third formers brought the number in Queen's to 69 - helpful in finding people for teams. Lara Lowe came into our Lower Sixth as the only girl: she seems to have settled in very well in a situation which cannot have been easy. In commenting on the start of the year, mention has to be made of Paul Thompson's results at O-level: 14 at grade A. He won't quite match this at A-level but he's trying. There are many other strong academics in the House. Among their achievements, I am pleased to record Richard Tatterton's conditional offer from Cambridge. I place equal value on the Effort Grades recorded during the year: a number of Juniors have averaged 4 "A"s in each order; Stuart Clark has achieved 5 every time. Other activities reported, therefore, are taking place against a background of steady work - the real purpose of our being here. By the end of the year, Timothy Cordier had won the Third Form Essay; Seb Walker shared the Senior Reading Prize; Robert Glover took the Senior Geography Prize; John Jacobs was awarded the Dronfield Mathematics Prize for his project; Richard Tatterton also took a Mathematics and Science Prize; Katherine Prest the Senior Art Prize. Early in the year, Mark Grewer and Mary-Ann Kilby were awarded Senior Colours for their involvement in the House, and particularly for the generosity with which they have given their attention to Junior years. During the autumn Mary-Ann Kilby was Vice-Captain of 1st XI Hockey; the team also included Kate Prest and Seema Khanna. Fiona Mutter was Vice-Captain of the 2nd XI. The House Squash team lost 5-0 to The Manor. Richard Hall has been Captain of Boats. Jeff Anderson played regularly for the 1st XV; and has willingly shared his games skill with Olavites in their games sessions every Tuesday afternoon. Mark Grewer, Seb Walker, Giles Allen and Simon Barlow played rugby for the 3rd XV: they and many non-team players acquitted themselves well in losing to Clifton in the Senior House Rugby. Richard Hall and Jo Kitwood were good representatives on the Chapel Committee: their work for the House Chapel week showed fine organisational and persuasive skills. Many members of the Fourth form are good games players, with enthusiasm more than making up for size in a number of cases. Lawrence Patton, James Rigby, Alex Deighton, Richard King and Nicholas Twigg were regular players for the U15 "A" XV and a number of others played for the "B"s. House Chess remains very strong indeed: we can call on many who have represented the School at different levels. Steve White led us to victory in the final against The Rise - and in House terms, it is just as important that he has helped create an atmosphere here and in the School Club in which a Third former who wants to learn the game from scratch is encouraged and helped to do so, not put off by superior knowledge or attitudes. Perhaps Steve remembers how recently he himself knew no Chess. If this year's beginners learn as he has, we shall do very well in future. At the end of the Easter term, Seb Walker was awarded Senior House Colours for his work with the House play. Lawrence Fatton was awarded Junior Colours for his leadership of the group in House sports. There has been much Music making by people in Queen's. Christopher Richardson, Nathan Barnes, Richard Pyne, James Hague, Oliver Gardner and Robert Glover all played in the Big Band - indeed, the House has provided four fifths of the School's trombone players many times this year. Robert Glover has played a great deal of music in his Sixth form here, often helping out at the last minute (in the St. Olave's musical, for example): his contribution and his insistence on high standard will be missed. Lawrence Patton in the Fourth form, Matthew Gill and Nathan Barnes in the Fifth form, and Paul Thompson, Lara Lowe and George Davidson have sustained their membership of the Chapel Choir. Jason Wright was awarded the Fifth form Music Prize for a performance of Beethoven's Sonatina in D minor; and James Rigby won the Orange Bromehead Prize for String Accomplishment with a performance of Kreisler's Liebesleid. House Swimming, motivated by Seb Walker, saw us 3rd in both the Standards and the Gala itself. A number of swimmers reached finals: Lawrence Patton won the U15 Backstroke and Butterfly; Duncan Brown the U15 Breaststroke; Matthew Gill the U16 Breaststroke; while the Fourth formers won the U15 Medley relay. The Senior Cricket competition produced the novelty of a Fourth form captain, Nicholas Twigg. It says a lot for the mature attitude of many Seniors that they took their orders from him on the simple grounds that he knew more than they: no false dignity here. After a number of postponements those members of the Upper Sixth who normally expect to turn out for one House match each season gave themselves and Temple quite a shock by dismissing many of their batsmen before Karl Deakin restored order with a hard-hitting innings which deserved to defeat us. Our performance in the Junior Cricket, for which we were favourites with many regular School players in our 43 side, was a shambles. Defeat in the first round was the deserved result of complacency. I suspect a lot was learnt that afternoon, which will have done no-one any harm in the long run. The Junior 5-a-side competiton saw us with a very strong group of players to select from. Indeed, it was difficult to make space for any Third former to gain match experience in preparation for next season! There was some faltering en route; but Richard King captained the team to a 5-2 victory over School House in the semi-final before beating a good Rise team by 4-0 in the final - a margin aided by more luck than The Rise deserved to find against them. It seems to have been a happy and successful year for the House, at the end of which we say goodbye to a number of people, giving our best wishes to the Upper Sixth and those Fifth formers moving elsewhere.

The Rise At the beginning of the School year The Rise welcomed Mr. Harvey as an Assistant House Master and tutor. We also welcomed 8 new members into the Third form, 1 new Forth former, 1 new Fifth former and 2 Lower Sixth. All of them are making valuable contributions to the many sides of House life. Our first event of the new year was the Senior House Rugby competition. With only a few people to choose from, the House did very well to reach the final, beating Grove 22-0 in the first round and Clifton 9-8 in the semi-finals. However, the favourites, School House, proved too strong in the final and we went down 16-7. More than half the House represented the School at all levels, and we congratulate Nicholas Chippindale, Ian Burdass, James Baldwin and Giles Home on the award of their First XV colours. The Rise Chapel week was yet again thoroughly prepared and excellently presented. Our theme this year was "abortion" and we thank and congratulate all those involved. The Rise was widely represented on School society committees: Ian Burdass was Chairman of a revived and flourishing Young Farmers' Club, and James Robinson was Vice-Chairman of the successful Debating Society. The House was also well represented in the School Musical "Kiss Me Kate", with Ian Burdass and James Robinson playing typecast roles as a pair of gangsters: we must congratulate them on their fine performance. At the end of term Christmas Party, for which we offer our thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Hirst, Messrs. D. H., D. M. C.j and S. C. H. sang the now traditional "Carmen Surgentium" (Song of the Rising Ones). This and a "flash" of inspiration from Dale Smith made a happy ending to a full and enjoyable term. On returning after Christmas the weather allowed the Seniors in the House to get straight into the Hockey season. The House was yet again well represented, with Ian Burdass being Captain of School Hockey and Anshuman Mondal being Captain of the Colts XI. The Rise now has 2 other Senior Hockey Colours in Jonathan Renshaw and Steven Gaunt. The Junior XV played some excellent 15 man rugby in the Junior House competition and narrowly went down to the favourites, Queen's, in the semi-finals. In the Inter-House Cross-Country the Juniors yet again brought home the honours to the House by winning. The Senior team lacked talent but not determination or commitment, and came a very creditable 4th. Tom White continued his contribution to the School Squash team and we congratulate him on the re-award of his 1st V Colours. Yet again Chess was a popular pastime in The Rise. Matthew Copley, Adrian Buck and James Bowling represented the School regularly and for the 2nd successive year The Rise Chess team captained by Michael Mullins reached the House final but unfortunately went down to the stern opposition of Queen's House. The Rise also took part in the new design-based "Great Egg Race". The team of James Brisby, Gareth Silverwood, Philip Brown and Dale Smith, led by Nicholas Chippindale came up with some excellent ideas to win the competition easily, and our congratulations go to them. In the Inter-House Swimming Sports near the end of the term The Rise did well to compete in so many events but the most creditable competitor was Karl Schoeman who won all his individual races. The term ended well with many of The Rise Sixth formers taking part in the very successful "Silly Night". Returning for the Summer term the House quickly began to prepare for the Athletics Sports. On Sports Day itself much to the surprise of many members of the School, The Rise with its limited numbers easily won the

44 competition. This was due to many sparkling performances, resulting in 2 field event records being broken, and the equalling of the Senior and Intermediate School relay records. Proud Captain Chris Harris carried on a family tradition. Unfortunately the House fared less well in the Senior and Junior Cricket competitions. The Seniors were defeated by a high scoring Manor side, and the Juniors, having easily beaten School House in the 1st round, fell victims to another strong Manor side. Many members of The Rise represented the School at all levels of Cricket, and a special mention must be made of Jonathan Renshaw who was re-awarded his 1st XI Colours. Tennis was yet again very popular in the House, with the Captain, Thomas White, gaining a firm position in the 2nd pair of a very successful School 1st VI. In the House competition The Rise was narrowly defeated by a very powerful School House VI. Thomas White must be congratulated on the award of his School Tennis Colours. The Junior Football team played with excellent spirit to go through to the play-offs. After having beaten a very physical School House team in the semi-final, they eventually went down to the favourites, Queen's, in a hard fought final. Much credit was gained by the team through their enthusiasm both on and off the pitch. Also during the term several members of the House were involved with the School Boat Club. However, on regatta days, more experienced crews managed to overpower our more Junior crews. On the cultural side we congratulate* James Mee on his election as President of the School Debating Society. Academic honours have gone to Richard Ambrose, winner of Prizes for Spoken French and English, and to James Mee who gained the Dean of York's Prize for Latin and a Fifth form Prize. Thus has a balanced outlook been maintained in The Rise. Junior House Colours were awarded to Philip Brown, and Senior Colours to Ian Burdass, Chris Harris, Jonathan Renshaw and James Robinson. To David Crook we offer our thanks for all he has done in The Rise and wish him all the best in his new position as House Master of Clifton. Finally we offer our best wishes to those Risites who are leaving, and to those returning in the Autumn.

The 1988 season was one of considerable enjoyment, but also one of frustration. The 1st XI played some very good cricket, but this was not reflected in the results. After an early defeat when a depleted team lost at Sedburgh, all too many matches were drawn, and it was only in club matches when chasing totals that the team managed some wins. Nigel Muirhead again led the team admirably, but was not too successful at winning the toss. On the superb batting pitches on the 1st XI square, it was hard to win matches when batting first, though it was a pleasure to see so many runs scored. There is a report on the 2nd XI elsewhere, but I would like to add my congratulations to them on another unbeaten season. Their achievement was all the more praiseworthy, as they had to cope with an unusually high number of injuries and changes. The 1st XI batting had depth and ability and some large totals were made. What was sometimes lacking in the leading players was the application to make big individual scores. All the first six batsmen had the opportunity to score a century, but only William Robinson achieved it. Richard Hutchinson and Tim Cooper were able openers, but unfortunately they rarely made runs together. Richard Hutchinson ended the season in good form, having been below his best early in the term. Tim Cooper usually got the innings off to a rapid start, but concentration was not his strength and he lost his wicket too often, when he should have gone on to a high score. William Robinson had a fine season scoring over 600 runs. He played a wide range of shots and hit the ball very hard. Nigel Muirhead

45 played some valuable innings, if never quite finding his 1987 form. Jonathan Renshaw has the talent to be a forceful middle order batsman and on occasions he gave glimpses of that talent. He tried hard but unfortunately lacked confidence in himself and did not really do himself justice. Simon Robinson, too, has considerable ability, but apart from his 50 against Durham, he fell short of his potential. Michael Forrester, who moved up from the under 15 Colts mid season, played very well at Ampleforth and showed promise for the future. Michael Donoghue and John Hewitt hit the ball hard and made some useful scores quickly. No-one tried harder than Amit Basu, but after playing a valuable innings at Worksop he lost form and sadly he eventually lost his place. He deserves more luck next season, as does Dominic Clavell, who had limited opportunities this season. In the field lack of penetration in the bowling and inadequate close catching meant that we were unable to bowl j teams out on good pitches. On the other hand, when defending a total, the bowling was tight and the ground 1 fielding excellent. The opening bowlers, Michael Donoghue and Nigel Muirhead, bowled with aggression and ] great heart, but they were unable to get sufficient movement to disturb front-line batsmen. Simon Robinson's back injury, which restricted him to only 33 overs in the season, was a major blow. His ability to swing the ball • both ways would have made a huge difference to the attack. No-one filled this gap adequately, though John Hewitt did a good containing job. Paul Wand again bowled very well. His actual figures, good as they were, did little justice to his value to the team. He showed maturity beyond his years, impressed many and might well have gained J wider recognition. ] The fielding was variable. In support of the attacking bowler it was disappointing, in a defensive role it was j admirable. Nigel Durham was an outstanding wicket-keeper, the best we have had for many years, and he deservedly 1 retained the Fielding Cup. In general I have been disappointed by the attitude of our cricketers to fielding. Even \ among our most enthusiastic players, there is a reluctance to practice. It is a major weekness in our game. In the Senior House competition, School House as expected won the Cup, but all credit to the Grove, who did very well to reach the Final. In the Junior Final the Manor defeated Clifton. j My thanks to John Bulcock and Guy Shuttleworth, who looked after the 2nd and 3rd XI's; to our coach Keith Mohan; to the indefatigable Paddy Stephen who did so much to make the Festival a success; to our scorer Mary- j Ann Kilby (how can she be replaced?); and to our groundsman John Hall and his staff. All in their different ways have been a great help with the cricket this year. Finally a special word of thanks and sadly a word of farewell to Ian Grieve, who has decided to call over to his umpiring days. We have been lucky to have his services for so long and are very grateful to him. Our best wishes to him for the future. After the end of term we were pleased to hear of the selection of Tim Cooper and Paul Wand for the Yorkshire Senior Schools XI; many congratulations to them. \ D. K. 1

Junior Colts Cricket The season began with 2 comprehensive defeats by better sides. However, it was clear from these games that the full potential of the side was not being reached. Wickets could have fallen with more experienced fielding, and runs were there but for hesitant running and a lack of confidence. Worksop came next, with some evidence of improvement, A. Iveson scoring 46 and the bowling showing greater penetration. Manchester Schools was a much more satisfactory game, with A. Ludiman 28 and B. Neary 25 providing the backbone of the innings. The Manchester Schools batting was of a high standard, and the boys did well to take three wickets and make them fight all the way for their win. Barnard Castle batted well, scoring 161. However, poor fielding allowed them to score far too many runs. T. Reid was the pick of the bowlers with 4 for 22. We made an effort to get the runs with A. Moxon 17 and A. Wildblood 19 getting us off to a good start. However, quick wickets forced us to play for a draw, with A. Ludiman batting out the final 40 minutes. Leeds G.S. arrived with 10 players so

46 we loaned them A. Moxon who managed to catch O. Gardner for 13! R. Hudson 43 and J. Hudson 30 pushed the score along, enabling us to declare at 141 for 6. A fine partnership of 65 between Atkinson and Friskinet saw Leeds into a good position from which they won. The boys seemed to have gained more confidence in their own ability, with each player more willing to take responsibility in the field or with the bat. Bootham came next, with some excellent running between the wickets and fine stroke play taking us to 178 for 7 (A. Moxon 40, O. Gardner 54). The bowling and fielding were of a good standard, with D. Bundy taking 3 for 20, his first real reward for his fine bowling all season. It was their first and well deserved win of the term. Ampleforth came next and provided a quite excellent game of cricket. Batting first, we were 38 for 6 and facing defeat. A partnership of 78 between B. Neary 60 and T. Reid 30 rescued us and put us in a position to declare at 152 for 8. Ampleforth batted, losing wickets throughout their innings. J. Hudson set the trend with an opening spell of 6 overs, 2 for 10. However, some fine batting from Wilson, 59 n.o., saw Ampleforth home with 3 balls left of the last 20 overs. Durham brought another well deserved win. An opening partnership of 95 between J. Holliday 58 and R. Hiles 25 was the highlight of the innings. We bowled and fielded well, even if D. Bundy yet again had catches put down before taking 5 for 33 off 11 overs. He was well supported by A. Wildblood, 3 for 15, and C. Brooker, 2 for 23. The final match of the season against Pocklington was interrupted by rain with St. Peter's declaring at 129 for 9; R. Hiles 25, T. Reid 31. Pocklington looked well on the way to victory at 87 for 3. However, some excellent bowling from A. Ludiman, 4 for 45, and B. Neary, 2 for 8, put us in with a chance with only one wicket to fall in the last over and Pocklington requiring 5 runs. A draw resulted, however. B. Neary and many others will for ever believe that he had got the last man out in the penultimate over. Unfortunately I as umpire did not think so. So the season finished. The boys had worked hard to improve on their poor start to the season. They soon realised that basic technique would bring progress and progress eventual success. All 3 captains, Tom Reid, Bruce Neary and Richard Hudson, shouldered the burden well and learnt a great deal from this year's cricket. Next year their enthusiasm and willingness to listen to constructive criticism will again bring improvement. They have the ability, and with the physical size will catch up. They must work at their catching, as this let them (and particularly Dominic Bundy) down in almost every game. The bowling has penetration and depth with all the main bowlers gaining success during the season. The batting has improved but still needs full concentration on techniques. I must thank Mr. Northfield who gave good solid support to both myself and the "B" team, and of course all the parents who gave their time to come and watch and, most importantly, not be critical of the boys during the early part of the season. P. J. S. The following represented the "A" XI: A. Reid, B. Neary, R. Hudson, A. Iveson, J. Holliday, A. Wildblood, J. Hudson, A . Ludiman, D. Bundy, R. Hiles, A. Moxon, O. Gardner, C. Brooker, N. Birch. Results Opponents Ground Result School Opponents Bradford G.S Home Lost 57 172-5 Sedburgh School Away Lost 38 169-6 Worksop College Home Lost 91 92-5 Manchester Schools C.A Home Lost 119 120-3 Barnard Castle School Home Drawn 75-8 161 Leeds G.S Home Lost 141-6 145-5 Bootham School Away Won 178-7 56 Ampleforth College Away Lost 152-8 155-7 Durham School Away Won 165 129 Pocklington Away Drawn 129-9 124-9

Junior Colts XI Apart from the final game at Pocklington, the 'B' team went from strength to strength as the season progressed. The first game of the season, against Ampleforth at home, was somewhat of a disaster with St. Peter's being bowled out for 31 and Ampleforth passing the score with 9 wickets in hand. The reason for the poor batting display was that Ampleforth had a good attack and too many of the School team insisted on playing across the line to every ball. The only batsman to reach double figures was Robert Hiles and his performance was sufficient to give him a place in the 'A' team for the rest of the season. To be fair to the players, this game was very early in the season and very little time had been available for coaching. From then onwards a lot of time and effort was put into coaching and the players responded very well. The next game was against Worksop College, again at home. After winning the toss the captain, Matthew Fletcher, probably remembering the previous game, elected to field first. St. Peter's put in a fine performance bowling out Worksop for 59. Robert Kerr did most of the damage taking 6 wickets for just 18 runs. Christian Brooker, Oliver Gardner and Matthew Fletcher also bowled well. The fielding performance gave the team great confidence and the opening batsmen Oliver Gardner and Andrew Moxon strode to the wicket determined to do well. This they did, taking the score of 43 before Moxon was given out L.B.W. Ben Dickson was next in playing his first game for the School as an error by the selectors had left him out of the game against Ampleforth. He and Gardner continued to play straight, passing the winning score without further loss of wicket. Against Barnard Castle, the team continued to improve and dismissed the opposition for 81 runs. Good bowling figures were returned by Matthew Fletcher (3 wickets), Alistair Birch (2 wickets), Robert Kerr, Oliver Gardner, Ben Dickson and Leif Midhage. In reply St. Peter's scored 82 with the loss of just 1 wicket. Oliver Gardner, Matthew Fletcher and Alistair Birch (40 n.o.) scored the runs. The return fixture against Ampleforth was next. The team was eager to avenge the humiliating defeat earlier in the season. Tension was high as Christian Brooker started his run up for the first ball of the game. It was

47 a superb ball clipping the top of the off stump. That inspired the rest of the team and Ampleforth were dismissed for 68. Brooker took 5 wickets, Dickson 2, Moxon 2 and Kerr 1. There were two excellent catches, one diving one by Alistair Birch and a one-handed over-the-head catch by Charles Barlow who initially mis-judged what should have been a straight-forward catch. After such a fine performance in the field, it would have been a great disappointment if the batting had let us down. Dickson and Moxon took the score to 25 before Dickson was out caught. Birch came in and hastily made 13, Fletcher came and went for 5 - the score was 49 for 3. Graham Wood strode to the wicket, 8 minutes 3 fours and the game was all over. St. Peter's had won by 7 wickets. The last game was at Pocklington. St. Peter's did not play well. Some erratic bowling and poor batting meant that we lost by 27 runs. A disappointing end to the season. From my point of view, the most successful part of the season was the progress made by many of the players. Several boys started off in the 'B' team and by performance forced their way into the 'A' team where they stayed for the rest of the season. Above all the players enjoyed themselves. The following represented the 'B' XI: M. A. Fletcher (Captain), O. Gardner, A. Birch, B. S. Dickson, G. Wood, T. W. Brassington, R. W. Kerr, R. J. Hiles, C. P. J. Ranson, P. D. A. Reavley, M. Kershaw, L. T. F. Midhage, A. C. Moxon, C. P. Brooker, C. J. Lloyd, C. M. Barlow, J. C. Doncaster, B. C. Mundell.

Results Opponents Ground Result School Opponents Ampleforth College Home Lost 31 32-1 Worksop College Home Won 60-1 59 Barnard Castle Away Won 82-1 81 Ampleforth College Away Won 69-3 68 Pocklington School Away Lost 79 106 P. D. N.

The Festival Much goes into the organisation of a Cricket Festival. One thing that unfortunately cannot be organized is the weather and it was far from kind to us. Despite this, the festival was a success, some good cricket was played and the boys seemed to enjoy themselves. I am very grateful to my colleagues throughout the school who helped to make things run smoothly. We are also undebted to York C.C. for allowing us the use of their facilities and to the panel of umpires, who did such a good job for us. Our results in the festival are listed elsewhere. The other results were:- Rossall 224-9 dec, Cranleigh 156-3 Bryanston 126, Merchant Taylors' 128-1 Loretto 164-6 dec, Merchant Taylors' 100-7 Loretto 184, Cranleigh 140 Rossall 122, Bryanston 123-2 At the end of the festival, the three awards for performances during the week were given to Simon Ecclestone (Bryanston), Jamie Grant (Loretto) and Allan Hawkey (Merchant Taylors'). Each received a bat.

48 1st XI 2nd XI Selected from:- Selected from:- T*N. D. Muirhead (Capt.) 1985-86-87-88 T. E. J. Cooper 1987-88 *J. M. Leatt (joint Capt.) *D. M. J. Clavell M. C. Camacho r *M. D. Donoghue 1986-87-88 R. Hutchinson 1986-87-88 *T. I. MoodyclifFe (joint Capt.) *C. J. Hill N. G. Davies t*N. P. Durham 1986-87-88 *]. P. Hewitt 1988 *R. A. R. Atkinson *M. D. Spence A. G. G. Smith t*W. J. Robinson 1987-88 *J. N. Renshaw 1987-88 *A. Basu *J. D. Stubbs D. H. Williams t *P. F. Wand 1987-88 M. P. Forrester 1988 *M. R. Butler *D. Tunstall S. A. C Robinson 1988 t Cap *Colours

Summary of Results

Date Opponents Ground Result School Opponents April 30th Bradford G.S Home Drawn 118-7 179 May 7th Sedbergh School Away Lost 90 91-2 May 11th York C.C Home Drawn 160-5 166 Mav 14th Worksop College Away Drawn 164-8 169-9 dec. May 18th The Forty Club Home Won 156-1 155-7 dec. May 21st Barnard Castle School... Home Drawn 208-8 dec. 130-9 May 28th Yorkshire Gentlemen C.C Home Won 170-2 169 Tune 1st President's XI Home Won 211-4 207-2 dec. Tune 4th Leeds G.S Away Drawn 140-9 215 June 11th Ampleforth College Away Drawn 165-9 dec. 137-6 June 18th Durham School Home Drawn 240 154-4 June 25th Pocklington School Home Drawn 268-3 dec. 233-8 June 29th Saints C.C Home Lost 157 224-3 dec. July 1st Old Peterites Home Won Ins Forfeited 80-5 dec. July 2nd Old Peterites Home Won 208-4 124-3 dec. July 5th Loretto School rk C.C. Drawn 118-7 138-9 dec. July 6th Rossall School rk C.C. Abandoned 124-2 July 7th Bryanston School Home Abandoned 56-5 July 8th Merchant Taylors' School, Northwood.. Home Drawn 226 130-7

1st XI Averages Batting Bowling t 7 4* 7.00 A. Basu 7 0 45 '0 6.43 Also Batted: C. J. Hill 9*; M. D. Spence 13,0*,0* *Not Out

ST. PETER'S v BRADFORD G.S. ST. PETER'S v AMPLEFORTH COLLEGE Played at home on Saturday, 30th April Played away on Saturday, 11th June Result: Drawn Result: Drawn 3radford G.S. 179 (J. Collen, D. Whitfield 37, P. F. Wand 3-30) St. Peter's 165-9 dec. (M. P. Forrester 42, W. C. Stuart 3-24, J. Thompson St. Peter's 118-7 (W. J. Robinson 49, R. Kitchen 3-23, P. Miles 3-25) 3-28, D. Churton 3-41) Ampleforth 137-6 (P. Lucas 40) ST. PETER'S v SEDBERGH SCHOOL Played away on Saturday, 7th May ST. PETER'S v DURHAM SCHOOL Result: Lost Played at home on Saturday, 18th June St Peter's 90 (J. Gundill 4-11) Result: Drawn Sedbergh 91-2 (D. Edmonds 34 not out) St. Peter's 240 (W. J. Robinson 66, S. A. C. Robinson 50, A. Clayton 5-81) Durham 154-4 (A. Roseberry 60, P. Weston 43) ST. PETER'S v YORK C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 11th May ST. PETER'S v POCKLINGTON SCHOOL Result: Drawn Played at home on Saturday, 25th June York C.C. 166 (I. Dews 52, D. Gormley 41, A. Forman 39, P. F. Wand 4-40, Result: Drawn M. D. Donoghue'4-60) St. Peter's 268-3 dec. (W. J. Robinson 125 not out, R. Hutchinson 52, N. D. St. Peter's 160-5 (T. E. J. Cooper 44, J. N. Renshaw 39 not out, N. D. Muirhead 38) Muirhead 36, A. Forman 3-59) Pocklington 233-8 (M. Wood 111, A. Pettinger 71, P. F. Wand 5-64)

ST. PETER'S v WORKSOP COLLEGE ST. PETER'S v SAINTS C.C. Played away on Saturday, 14th May Played at home on Wednesday, 29th June Result: Drawn Result: Lost . Worksop 169-9 dec. (M. Holden 45, J. Goode 31, N. D. Muirhead 4-48, M. D. Saints C.C. 224-3 dec. (S. Kulkarul 102, D. Pollock 57, P. F. Wand 3-43) Donoghue 3-26) St. Peter's 157 (M. D. Donoghue 41, T. E. J. Cooper 32, P. Raj 4-27) St. Peter's 164-8 (T. E. J. Cooper 43, N. D. Muirhead 34, A. Basu 30) ST. PETER'S v OLD PETERITES ST. PETER'S v THE FORTY CLUB Played at home on Friday and Saturday, 1st and 2nd July Played at home on Wednesday, 18th May Result: Won Result: Won Old Peterites 80-5 dec. and 124-3 dec. (R. Hutchinson 67 not out) Forty Club 155-7 dec. (D. Kerry 43 not out, N. D. Muirhead 4-60) St. Peter's innings forfeited and 208-4 (T. E. J. Cooper 44, W. J. Robinson 40, St. Peter's 156-1 (R. Hutchinson 84 not out, W. J. Robinson 66 not out) N. D. Muirhead 40, R. Hutchinson 33, J. N. Renshaw 31 not out, M. W. Johnston 3-64) ST. PETER'S v BARNARD CASTLE SCHOOL Played at home on Saturday, 21st May ST. PETER'S v LORETTO SCHOOL Result: Drawn Played at York C.C. on Tuesday, 5th July St. Peter's 208-8 dec. (N. D. Muirhead 64, T. E. J. Cooper 47, J. Ward 4-40) Result: Drawn Barnard Castle 130-9 (M. Jobling 33, J. Murphy 31, P. F. Wand 6-21) Loretto 138-9 dec. 0. Grant 55, P. F. Wand 3-25)

49 ST. PETER'S v YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN C.C. ST PETER'S v ROSSALL SCHOOL Plaved at home on Saturday, 28th May Played at York C.C. on Wednesday, 6th July Result: Won Result: Abandoned Yorkshire Gents. 169 (P. Shuttleworth 72, M. D. Donoghue 6-62, N. D. St. Peter's 124-2 (R. Hutchinson 46 not out, N. D. Muirhead 46 not out) Muirhead 3-44) St. Peter's 170-2 (W. J. Robinson 9!, T. E. J. Cooper 74 not out) ST. PETER'S v BRYANSTON SCHOOL Played at home on Thursday, 7th July ST. PETER'S v PRESIDENT'S XI Result: Abandoned Played at home on Wednesday, 1st June Bryanston 56-5 Result: Won President's XI 207-2 dec. (G. Breusch 102, S. P. Burdass 57 not out', St. Peter's 211-4 (W. I. Robinson 76 not out, T. E. J. Cooper 50) ST. PETER'S v MERCHANT TAYLORS' SCHOOL, NORTHWOOD Played at home on Friday, 8th Jui Result: Drawn ST. PETER'S v LEEDS G.3. St. Peter's 226 (R. Hutchinson 56, W. J. Robinson 51, N. D. Muirhead 38. /. Played away on Saturday, 4th June Nicholson 4-44, S. Faulks 3-52, A. Hawkey 3-66) Result: Drawn Merchant Taylors' 130-7 (A. Brand 42, P. F. Wand 4-33) Leeds G.S. 215 (J. Flint 57, I. Goldthorpe 45, R. Bourne 34, N. D. Muirhead 4-67, M. D. Donoghue 3-471 St. Peter's 140-9 (N. D. Muirhead 37, R. Hutchinson 30, G. Hill 4-14, J. Goldthorpe 3-28)

Second XI For the second year in succession the 2nd XI was undefeated with four excellent wins. Perhaps the outstanding win was against Ampleforth, who batted first, made a very fair declaration, and were then made to rue it as Si. Peter's took only 25 overs to score 180! Jonathan Stubbs had 3 scores over 80, and a 50 and averaged over 80! He hit the ball very hard and scored his runs quickly. Mark Butler, without actually scoring 50, very seldom failed and scored 200 runs. John Hewitt and Simon Robinson both scored good fifties, and Crispin Hill was at last out, giving him an average of 72 for the two seasons! The bowlers were ably backed up by keen fielding and usually reliable catching, and bowled without luck on many occasions. Matthew Spence had two outstanding performances: 6 for 21 against Barnard Castle and 5 for 6 against Pocklington. Adam Atkinson kept wicket soundiy. The team had several captains, because of injury and promotion, but each continued the excellent team spin: of last season. G. M. S. Results

Opponents Ground Result School Opponent. Bradford G.S Away Draw 160 for 1 dec. 127 for S Sedbergh Home Draw 117 for 8 124 Worksop Away Draw 107 for 8 dec. 106 for 4 Barnard Castle Away Won 92 42 Bootham 1st XI Away Won 84 for 6 81 Leeds G.S Home Draw 203 for 6 dec. 133 for 5 Ampleforth Home Won 180 for i 176 for 6 de: Durham Horns Draw 176 for 6 103 for 6 Pocklington Away Won 157 for 2 dec. 57 Third XI The team enjoyed their cricket, played keenly and backed each other up, on and off the field. Everybody was involved in some capacity and apart from Ampleforth acquitted themselves well. Runs proved difficult to get, and Charlie Metcalfe was the only one to score over fifty. The bowlers all played their part, with David Tunstall the outstanding bowler; he took 4 or more wickets on three occasions, and gained promotion to the 2nd XI. Results

Opponents Ground Result School Opponents Bishop Burton Away Won 100 for 7 97 Worksop Away Draw 120 97 for 9 Yarm 1st XI Away Draw 112 for 9 124 for 7 de: Bootham 2nd XL. Away Won 115 for 7 dec 44 Ampleforth Away Lost 77 78 for 3 Senior Colts Last year the standard of cricket far surpassed that of the English Summer; this season the reverse was true. Apart from the first game against Bradford which was played on a slow wicket, the rest were generally played on hard batting wickets where bowlers required an accurate line and length and batsmen who possessed good technique coupled with a sound temperament were ably rewarded. The school did not possess sufficient in either department and as the term progressed there was little sign of improvement :; ibv technique of the majority of players. The main exception was Paul Dennis who made the most progre^ .v ae'eloped a great deal of accuracy with his medium paced bowling. Unfortunately, the departure of Mien: Forrester who was promoted to the 1st XI after half term weakened the side considerably and it was no coincie :ac. :hat the side failed to win any matches during this latter period. Nicholas Twigg, whilst being effective wmi the bat, failed to achieve the success expected with his bowling. He has the potential to do well when he can bowl a fuller length more consistantly. With none of the spin bowlers gaining a high level of consistancy it was rarely possible to bowl the opposition out, the only exception being Mike Forrester's 7-31 on the 1st XI field against Worksop. This convincing victory was followed by a successful run chase the following week against Barnard Castle who had declared at 186 for 4. However these were the onlv two victories after which three matches were drawn and two further defeats were suffered. The situation was 101 nelped by the poor standard of fielding and the suicidal

50 running between the wickets, particularly by the opening batsmen. Whilst these features of play may well be improved r.ext season, it is hoped that those who have aspirations to play for the 1st XI over the next few years will take the opportunity of Winter nets to improve their technique before it is too late. Senior Colts colours were awarded to M. Forrester, J. Rigby, J. Harding and N. Twigg, all of whom had experience in captaining the side. A. Deighton, T. Belton, S. Powell, P. Dennis, L. Patton, S. Gildener, M. Simmonds, J. Stephenson, N. Sharma, J. Mariyappan and P. Carvosso also represented the school. J. W. R. H.

U. 15 Results

St. Peter's 156 for 4 dec. (J. Harding 61, N. Twigg Barnard Castle 186 for 4 (M. Forrester 3-58) St. Peter's 67 (N. Twigg 28) 29, T. Belton 26 not out) St. Peter's 189 for 8 (M. Forrester 85 not out) Ampleforth 71 for 4 Bradford G.S. 123 for 4 Manchester Schools 209 for 5 dec. (S. Dennis 3-52) Durham 199 for 7 dec. (P. Dennis 3-53) St. Peter's 131 for 9 dec. (J. Rigbv 61) St. Peter's 90 for 9 St. Peter's 100 for 1 (N. Twigg 62 not out, J. Sedbergh 133 for 2 Harding 28 not out) St. Peter's 176 (N. Twigg 99) St. Peter's 184 for 9 dec. (M. Forrester 62, J. Rigby Leeds G.S. 173 for 8 (N. Twigg 4-56, J. Harding St. Peter's 175 for 6 dec. 0- Rigby 61, J. Harding 36, N. Twigg 30) 3-59) 30, T. Belton 25) Worksop T (M. Forrester 7 31, N. Twigg 3-46) Pocklington 176 for 4

Other matches Yarm 140 (P. Dennis 3-37) St. Peter's An XI 133 for 9 St. Peter's An XI 141 for 5 (P. Carvosso 46, L. Bootham 134 for 6 (30 overs game) Patton 33)

Inter-House Cricket

Junior Competition Senior Competition Clifton 116 for 6 (L. Midhage 25, M. Forrester 3-36 Grove 92 (S. Robinson 35, A. Smith 35, M. Spence 4-40, R. Hutchinson 4-7) lost to Manor 121 for 2 (S. Powell 61 not out, M. Forrester 27 not out) lost to School House 94 for 2 (N. Muirhead 36, R. Hutchinson 29)

Junior Colts House Cricket This year's competition played in beautiful weather was full of exciting cricket with the underdogs creating several suprises. In the end, however, class told, and the favourites, Manor, beat the underdogs, Clifton, convincingly in the final. The sunshine seemed to inspire everyone. Fielders threw themselves about to save runs, and I can remember vividly Simon Russell's brilliant catch in the deep. There were some outstanding innings, from: James Holliday, James Harding and Simon Powell, but it was the unknowns who caught the eye with their lusty blows, lucky snicks and sneaky runs. I praise two captains who each put their leg spinner on, in one case with great success; spin bowlers have often won this competition for their House against all the odds. Wides were frequent, byes often top scorer, and long stop the most active man in the field. Wickets were got with full tosses and two-bouncers, and the running between the wickets was chaotic on occasion. But it all helped to create the excitement which is unique to Junior House cricket. This year was no exception, and the matches were all played in an excellent spirit and were a credit to all who took part in them. G. M. S.

First XV Rugby Report The 1987 season had 6 old Colours returning, and may not have been a vintage year but was, none-the-less, very good. Notable victories were interspersed with closely fought defeats - 8 wins and 5 losses, with full back Matthew Spence scoring over half of the School's points throughout the season. The opening match against the Retiring Captain's XV showed us a good indication of how the season was to progress, with the forwards providing good second-phase ball thanks to the initial rush to the breakdown led by all the back row so that possession was won from the outset. From such play, one of the best tries of the season was scored by the centre, Nicholas Chippindale, who was passed the ball by the back row combination, led by the captain, Nicholas Muirhead, and blind side stalwart Adam Atkinson, having followed up an inch-perfect kick by the scrum half, Jeffrey Anderson, from deep in his own 22. This 20 - 8 win was not capitalised upon enough in the warm up game, with one or two positional changes, against York Vlth Form College. For despite our winning almost all the possession, the opposition stuck to their task, defended well, and kept us to scoring no more than 3 unconverted tries to win 12-0. In the first of the main School fixtures against Leeds Grammar, away, we lost 16 - 12 in a close game where, again, the forwards won the lion's share of possession from both tight and loose play but an injury hit back line could not convert the possession into winning points on the board. Two penalties and a conversion by Anderson, and a push-over try for number 8, Dominic Clavell, provided the points. Again Muirhead and wing forward and

51 both second rows of Crispin Hill and Giles Home were the most noteworthy performers amongst a very industrious and committed pack of forwards. We were at home against Silcoates and caused them their only defeat of the season, winning 12 - 11. The lead changed five times. The game was tense and open. We started well by winning a short line out near their 22, gave the ball to the back row on the burst, and spun the ball down the line from the ensuing maul for the left wing, Baldwin, to score in the corner. Silcoates replied with an unconverted try and a penalty to lead 7 - 4 at half time. In the second half, another well worked blind side run initiated by Anderson and Atkinson saw the right wing, Sawkill, despite being tackled by 2 men, still manage with an uncurling, outstretched arm to place the ball just over the line and score another unconverted try in the corner. The opposition replied with an excellent try as a counter-attack from behind their own line to make the score 11 - 8 in their favour. But after end-to-end rugby by both sides, an excellent 2nd unconverted try by Sawkill saw the School through to a win despite the last kick of the match going to Silcoates, who just failed to convert. Despite the wet conditions, the School beat Barnard Castle next, in another thrilling, close encounter. Both sides handled the ball well, despite the urge to kick and rush - which was performed more precisely by the School side when it was employed. The opposition's much bigger pack were able, as the game went on, to dominate the set scrums, but excellent work by our front row of Nicholas Hobson at hooker, Michael Donoghue and Robert Jupp at props, ensured we not only kept our own ball but also managed to pinch theirs now and again. The full back, Spence, scored all our points, including a great team-effort try which was scored after 3 phases of play that started well in our own half. We played away against Hymers in a lack-lustre game that saw us 10-0 down after only a quarter of an hour, from which we could hardly recover, losing 14 - 9 at the end after a bland game which lacked the control seen in our two winning performances. We travelled down to Denstone next, and played despite the preceding 48 hours of rain. We won 4 - 3 in a game of kick and rush that lacked any real punch in attack and showed indifferent handling because of the conditions - but a win is still a win for all that! After half term we were given another object lesson in running schoolboy rugby at its very best by Ampleforth. We lost 29 - 3, our biggest defeat; but at no stage did our heads go down, and despite the score we still managed to play some of our best rugby of the term. The game was a joy to watch, and we acquitted ourselves very well. We next beat Worksop at home, 16 - 9 in a tense match which saw the much heavier Worksop pack take some control some of the time; but the more secure handling of our backs ensured a good win. They were set up with good 2nd and 3rd phase ball by our more mobile forwards. Second row Hill scored a good forwards-rush try, pulling off a maul to run and inter-pass for some 25 metres. Worksop replied with a penalty and a 5 metre scrum. They converted the push-over try, which was countered by our own pack at the other end with a push-over try of our own. Two tries in the second half for Sawkill and outside centre Patchett saw us through to win, thanks to excellent line outs and mauls by the whole pack. Perhaps the best team performance came next, beating Pocklington, away, 10-3 even without 2 key players. Though the set scrum was under pressure, the loose play won the day. Superb forward tackling by Baldwin and Hobson, excellent service by scrum half Anderson, with inspired kicking by fly half Burdass saw Davison score 2 tries and full back Spence the other. We deserved this win, despite squandering overlaps when the opposition were depleted through injury. Almost from the very kick off we were 6 points down against Durham, and never really recovered, to lose 15 - 6 by the end. Stung by one or two individual performances that were a little below par in the previous game, a 5 try bonanza against Ashville restored confidence and pride with a 27 - 0 win. By now such a hard term had taken its toll, and our last game against Woodhouse Grove was lost 14-6. The opposition took their chances and we simply seemed too tired to take ours.

Results First XV Wed Oct 21st Denstone College Away Won 4-3 Wed Sept 16th Retiring Captains XV Home Won 20 - 8 Sat Nov 7th Ampleforth College Home Lost 3-29 Sat Sept 19th York Vlth Form College Home Won 12 - 0 Sat Nov 14th Worksop College Home Won 16-9 Sat Sept 26th Leeds Grammar School Away Lost 12 - 16 Sat Nov 23rd Pocklington School Away Won 10-3 Sat Oct 3rd Silcoates School Home Won 12-11 Sat Nov 28th Durham School Home Lost 6 - 15 Sat Oct 10th Barnard Castle School Home Won 10 • 6 Sat Dec 5th Ashville College Home Won 27 - 0 Sat Oct 17th Hymers College Away Lost 9-14 Sat Dec 12th Woodhouse Grove School Away Lost 6- 14

52 U16 Colts Rugby Sevens It was a real pleasure to have the chance to coach these lads again. On a purely voluntary basis, with one session a week after school, we entered the Pocklington and Ripon "Sevens" during the Easter term. With nothing to lose, they all played with fire and determination which, allied to some excellent tackling and attacking flair, made success a real possibility. At Pocklington they finished 5th out of 18 entrants, and could perhaps have gone through to the semi-finals had they taken a kick in front of the posts against Leeds Grammar School. This was a splendid game, ending in a thrilling 10-10 draw, a result that had the effect of putting both teams out of the semi-finals. A week later they went to Ripon Grammar School and ended up beaten semi-finalists out of 24 teams. Again, the boys played Sevens in an open, attractive manner. In the initial league, we won 2 of our 3 matches. We will all remember Mark Greensit's "winger's" try on the final whistle which won the second game. Again, splendid tackling saw them through to the quarter finals as the best second-placed team. In the quarter-finals they won a very tight encounter 6 - 4 with a quite excellent try that went through every pair of hands, having started in our 22. We-then met Leeds Grammar School in the semi-final. It was almost a repeat of the performance at Pocklington. However, Leeds went through to the final, beating us 10 - 6. I hope the boys enjoyed playing as much as I did taking them. I must also thank Mr. Mason and Mr. Johnson for all their help. Although only 11 boys made up the playing squads, there were others who turned up to train, and without those boys it would not have been possible to organise the coaching or to pick as powerful a squad of players. Our thanks go to them for their help. Players: R. Griggs, D. Williams, M. Greensit, G. Atkinson, J. Kelsey, D. Tunstall, K. Schoeman, S. Robinson, A. Bryan, P. Brown, L. Panitzke. P. J. S. Inter-House Rugby Competition Senior:- School House beat Rise by 16pts to 7pts ' Junior:- Queen's beat School House by 22pts to nil Junior House Rugby Final The final was won by the favourites, Queen's, by 22 - 0. It was a most enjoyable match to watch, played in an excellent spirit and with total commitment. Both teams tried to play good rugby, keeping the ball alive. It was a pity that School House should lose Adam Waters after only a quarter of an hour, with a broken arm. At that stage, the score was only 3 - 0 and School House were defending well. The Queen's backs then had too much pace for their opponents and scored four tries. School House never stopped trying, and were on the Queen's line for a long period. It was a pity that they did not get a consolation try: certainly their spirit and efforts deserved one. In the end, though, Queen's were worthy winners. D. K.

The night before a final, you can't go to sleep. All you can think about is the match tomorrow - whether you've forgotten anything; will the penalty moves work; will we get enough support? What will I do if my scrum half goes off? It's not nice to be outnumbered with "A" team players 6:1 as was the case. Everyone meets down in the changing room. Next you try to convince them that we can win. After that you find yourself running down to the pitch. The whistle goes, and the captains are called up. From that point, you are friends with no-one on the other side. Next, a tragedy. My scrum half has gone off. What will I do now? S. J. C. R.

The first points were awarded to Queen's after a penalty kick which was converted by Lawrence Patton. The next points came from a number 8 pick up which passed out to Richard King, who drove over to score. Then came the unlucky exit of the School House scrum half, Adam Waters, with a bad injury. For the rest of the first half, kicking played a big part for both teams but no more points were scored although both sides came close. The second half got underway with a good run up the left wing lead to a penalty to Queen's. From this, James Hague was backed up by the rest of the pack who drove over to put the ball down. From the School House kick off the ball was caught and passed out to Richard King, who ran from the Queen's 22 to score his second try. The next part of the game was spent by the Queen's team defending against a good run of School attacks, with Simon Russell coming very close to scoring. Some good tackling got Queen's back into the School half. Suddenly, from a line out, a good combination of passing along the backs gave Andrew Berrington the final try of the match. R. J. K. Rugby Impressions 1987-1988 This being my third year in the 1st XV, I found it the most difficult to overcome. Although the enjoyment is still great, the responsibilities that you have always remain in the back of your mind. Although we had a mixed season the effort was always 100%, and it was a shame that we lost the last match. There are a few things which stick in my mind - for example, our two second rows, Crispin Hill and Giles Home trying to decide who was going to tackle Everest first. (They both lost: she finished them both!) It was always a delight to see where and how many plasters Ian Burdass would be wearing for a practice, and

53 if he could actually last one out (a practice, that is). Probably the funniest highlight of the season was in the match against Durham. Our full back (the one with the funny haircut) was told to go for posts and points. However, he was out to impress someone on the sidelines and decided the best way to pose was to take on the whole of the Durham team. Although we lost the match, Spannez never got blamed. I hope everyone enjoyed the season as much as I did. Our thanks go to J. A. O-B. for always adding that extra bit of humour to his great mind on the game of rugby. N. D. M. Spain 1988 The Rugby team continued its biennial Easter tours abroad by spending the first week of the holidays in Barcelona. We won all 3 games, and had much fun on the way. The Rugby was very hard, the standard excellent, and the Tour Party's performances were some of the best rugby I have seen us play in recent years. The first game, against the Catalan champions, Swimming Club of Barcelona U19 XV we won 17 - 16 on a dry, well used pitch. The rugby was fast and furious, the tackling particularly hard, but our organisation at the breakdown and our superior set piece play ensured that we kept our nose in front. The second match, against Barcelona over-19, was played just as hard as the first, but some opportune penalties saw Spence put us clear 16-9 after some excellent line outs and defensive tackling. The last game against the best opposition, Montjuic U21 XV, was played in constant rain which did not detract from the gutsy, determined efforts put in by all to secure an excellent 14 - 4 victory. The first 2 games were played under lights and the last in late afternoon, each in an impressive stadium on a well used pitch. The referees were excellent (apart perhaps from the middle game), and our hosts were all extremely kind and generous, making sure that our tour was a memorable one. The tour rounded off the season admirably. All those who played for the XV either during the School games or on tour did so with great commitment, representing the School extremely well. The School can be proud of their achievements: the time and effort they put in deserve much credit. Cameraderie and team spirit are at the heart of this success, and I am deeply grateful to Nigel Muirhead, Captain of Rugby, for his leadership by example, both on and off the field, thus making my task so much easier and my memories of the year so much happier. The Morris-McGrath Trophy was jointly awarded to Jeff Anderson and Nicholas Patchett. Colours: *N. D. Muirhead, N. E. Hobson, C. J. Hill, M. D. Donoghue, N. M. Chippindale, M. D. Spence, I. W. Burdass, R. A. R. Atkinson, J. S. Baldwin, J. P. Anderson, G. M. Home, J. R. Jupp, J. P. Sawkill, N. J. Patchett. (* Cap.) J. A. O-B. Rugby Tour Barcelona f88 We gathered at School at 9.00 on a Sunday morning with most of us feeling under the weather - having been in practice for what was to come. We arrived safely at our hotel to find it was in the middle of a red light area. The boys were happy! Adam Atkinson, Robert Jupp and Giles Home did some bargaining before deciding to stick to home grown women. Nick Patchett decided that ice-cream and hashish was the best diet for him. Offered some of the drug, he turned round and replied, "Yeah, slap some on 'ere, pal," sticking his ice-cream in front of the Spaniard. Warwick Pemberton (the only "good-looker" on the tour, according to him) picked up a girl in his travels. It must have been love, because they still write to each other: isn't that sweet? The rugby we played was of the highest quality, and we won all three matches. Matthew Spence had an outstanding tour at full-back (because there weren't any girls for him to pose to). A great time was had by all, and special thanks go to J. A. O-B. and P. J. S. for being so tolerant with us. N. D. M. Second XV Rugby The team had a disappointing season from the point of view of results but there was always plenty of entertainment and good spirits. Following three consecutive defeats at the start of term, there were three fine victories against Barnard Castle School, Worksop College and Ashville College. Nevertheless, the defeats were by small margins, and Timothy Moodycliffe as Captain was always leading his side well until the final whistle. He was ably supported by the veterans of the previous season who always gave of their best. Timothy and several of these players have given the School many years of loyal service - Nigel Durham, Thomas Gilman, John Hewitt, Warwick Pemberton, Jonathan Renshaw, Jonathan Stubbs and Jason Mellor. They, along with Jonathan Parr and Christopher Harris, are to be congratulated on the award of Colours. B. A.

The following represented the Second XV: T. I. Moodycliffe (Captain), M. E. Briggs, M. C. Camacho, N. P. Durham, S. R. Gaunt, T. G. Gilman, C. S. Harris, J. P. Hewitt, J. D. Hill, J. M. Laverack, J. H. Mellor, J. M. Parr, W. G. N. Pemberton, J. N. Renshaw, A. P. Ruder, R. I. Sellers, J. D. Stubbs, D. G. F. Tulley.

Sat Sept 19th Yarm School 1st XV Home Lost 11 24 Sat Nov 14th Worksop College Home Won 19 12 Sat Sept 26th Leeds G.S Away Lost 6 24 Sat Nov 21st Pocklington School Home Lost 3 13 Sat Oct 3rd Silcoates School Home Lost 7 19 Sat Dec 5th Ashville College Home Won 23 4 Sat Oct 10th Barnard Castle School Home Won 4 0 Sat Dec 12th Woodhouse Grove School Away Lost 3 12 Sat Nov 7th Ampleforth College Away Lost 0 24

54 The Club Rugby After a tentative start, "the Club" gained in confidence and experience, and season concluded with some very creditable wins. Under the cheerful captaincy of Michael Firby, they displayed enthusiasm and endeavour, and on occasions no mean skill. As always, it was a real pleasure to be part of "the Club". R. H. H.

The following represented "the Club": S. Y. M. Al-Bassam, G. H. Allen, M. A. Baker, S. R. Barlow, P. R. Barnes, J. S. Berrington, T. R. Bletcher, T. R. Bosomworth, E. E. Carling, A. S. Chiswick, C. R. Coggrave, S. O. Cole, T. E. J. Cooper, M. J. Copley, M. A. Firby (Captain), S. R. Gaunt, M. R. Grewer, J. P. Hewitt, W. Honing, J. M. Leatt, J. J. R. Martin, J. A. R. Mee, C. Midgley, A. P. Mindenhall, M. Mullins, A. D. Packer, S. M. Proudley, J. A. Rich, R. P. Ridu, A. P. Ruder, M. J. Tate, A. J. Taylor, B. Taylor, S. A. Towers, S. A. Walker, P. J. R. Wallis, P. J. Willmott

Results Sept 26th Leeds Grammar School Away Lost 4 - 22 Oct 3rd Fylinghall School 1st XI Away Abandoned 10-0 ^X~X^\ -I Oct 10th Barnard Castle School Home Won 25 - 3 .Wt \ S?\ Oct 17th Hymers College Home Won 10 - 0 Oct 21st Fylinghall School 1st XI Home Cancelled Nov 7th Ampleforth College Away Lost 0-38 Nov 7th Ampleforth College Away Lost 4-44 Nov 14th Worksop College Home Won 16-0 Nov 21st Pocklington School Away Won 10-8 Nov 28th Durham School Away Cancelled Dec 9th Bradford G. S Home Cancelled i Dec 12th Woodhouse Grove School Away Won 16-0 Overall, I found that the most dominant feeling which sticks in my mind about "the Club" is the generally relaxed attitude: it didn't really matter whether we won or got trodden into the ground. Most spectators were more interested in the performances of the 1st and 2nd XVs, so the pressure on us playing for the Club was greatly reduced. Most of the people with whom I played against Ampleforth had played Rugby for the School at one level or another: it was good to have players from all three senior years alongside each other. This meant that you were likely to learn something from somebody else with more experience. So I found that the combination of playing for the School but with less pressure, and playing with people from other years (a new experience for me) turned out to be most enjoyable. P. J. R. W.

Joining "the Club" must have reduced my fitness by at least 40%! Returning to the changing rooms after practice and seeing 32 1st and 2nd teamers staggering and struggling up and down the top bank during their regular sweat- outs made we wonder how big the gap between them and ourselves actually was. However, as the season wore on, it was evident to me that the Club could match the effort, energy and enthusiasm of our higher counterparts. Results proved my point: we won far more games than the 2 we did lose. This made up for the fact that we couldn't actually beat Mr. Hutt's under-16 XV during our practice sessions. But at least every one of these sessions was enjoyable, and hardly a single one passed without an amusing incident of some kind. So I think it was the good humour and enthusiasm rather than fitness and skill which may have made the season a memorable one - despite the Chairman's hilarious excuses for occasional practice cancellations. A. P. R. Senior Colts Rugby Having only lost one game all season, it may appear to be unnecessary carping to claim that the season was frustrating and disappointing. Frustration was caused by a combination of factors, the main one being the unsettled nature of the side. Having lost their captain and scrum half, an undoubted key player, the search for a replacememt was hampered by the groin injury to Anshuman Mondal in mid term just when he was starting to look the part. This forced Richard Griggs, the new captain to play scrum half rather than his preferred and more effective position at flanker. Whilst Richard had many strengths, ball distribution was certainly not one of them and often opportunities for backs to utilise good second phase ball were wasted. The quality of back play was further diminished by the absence of Anthony Bryan for all but the last two games of the season. The combination of himself, Simon Robinson at fly half and Leon Panitzke at outside centre so effective the previous year, was not realised again until the very end of the season. Whilst Karl Schoeman stood in ably at outside centre and combined well with Simon Bowen, such a move hampered his attacking flair. The other wing position was occupied by Gavin Proudley, who along with Philip Brown at full back made such an improvement as the term progressed. The forwards were fortunate in having two strong props in Peter Midgley and Mark Greensit, the latter also showing a tremendous work rate in open play. Tom Ward continued to hook well although his lack of physical presence limited his contribution elsewhere. David Tunstall and Edward Barker both proved effective locks with the former producing good line-out ball for his side, along with Danny Williams who had considerable attacking talent at No. 8. James Kelsey was the regular flanker, the other position being occupied by George Atkinson or Ben Taylor. The first two games of the season were won comfortably against Millthorpe and Yarm, whilst against Barnard Castle, the score flattered the school who had the luck of the bounce on a few critical occasions. After half term,

55 the school suffered their only defeat of the season at home to Ampleforth. St. Peter's played well in the first half and would have been ahead at the interval had it not been for the superb defensive cover of the visitors. Although Philip Brown levelled the scores with a penalty, the persistent pressure of the opposition, especially in the rucks, caused defensive errors from which Ampleforth scored. Whilst the score line does not do credit to the school, the reverse was certainly the case the following week at Worksop where the home side dominated play against a lethargic school side, only to have the game 'stolen' from them after a defensive blunder under their own posts in the final minutes of the game. This was undoubtedly St. Peter's worst performance of the season. The next match against Pocklington was another exciting affair with the opposition ten points up in almost as many minutes. Gradually the school came more into the game and eventually overtook the visitors' score by a single point. This was followed by a win against Durham, the season being concluded with a one sided match at home to a weak Ashville side. Colours were awarded to: R. Griggs (Captain), P. Brown, M. Greensit, K. Schoeman, L. Panitzke, D. Tunstall and D. Williams. Others who regularly represented the School included G. Proudley, A. Mondal, S. Bowen, S. Robinson, P. Midgley, T. Ward, E. Barker, J. Kelsey, G. Atkinson and B. Taylor. J. W. R. H. Senior Colts Results

Sept 23rd Millthorpe School Away Won 26 - 0 Nov 14th Worksop College Away Won 6-4 Oct 3rd Yarm School 2nd XV Home Won 32 - 0 Nov 21st Pocklington School Home Won 11-10 Oct 10th Barnard Castle School Away Won 22-3 Nov 28th Durham School Home Won 18-0 Nov 7th Ampleforth College Home Lost 3-17 Dec 5th Ashville College... Home Won 62-0

U15 Colts Rugby Changes in physique enabled a bigger pack to take to the field for most of the season. Edward Horton, coming in at prop where he played well all season, gave us the choice of moving Simon Russell out of the front row. A painful injury to Duncan Brown just before the Silcoates game kept him out of the hooker slot, which was occupied for the rest of the season by James Hague and then Gareth Silverwood. Both boys are competent hookers, and complemented the team in different ways. Only time will tell which of them will finally make the position his own. Paul Carvosso improved greatly during the season, becoming a fine prop and much more mobile and effective in the loose. The second row saw a number of changes with Alex Weir, Michael Simmons, Lawrence Patton and Simon Russell all playing at different times. Lack of bulk was often a difficulty, but improved play in the loose helped to complement sound progress in the tight. However, Simon Russell was a much more effective force when injury allowed him to play at Number 8. He is a splendid player who brings a heart as big as his frame into all the games he plays in. Jason Morris has developed into a formidable player, both fast to the tackle and quick in support. Nick Twigg showed improvement, and as weight is added to his height he will become a fine player. He can be a "110%" player, which sometimes brings him into volatile situations. His experiences this season will make him a more controlled individual and, as a result, a more dangerous opponent. The half backs were Alex Deighton and, at times, Jamie Rigby or Michael Forrester. Jamie had knee problems throughout the season and was unable to do himself full justice. Michael improved at fly half, and with more experience he should continue to take the right option more often. He is a good kicker of the ball, and this year added tackling to his game. Centres included Michael Forrester, Christopher Caldwell and Adrian Robinson. When on song and fully fit, Chris can be an excellent player. However, a recurrent shoulder injury plagued him, and his absence for a major part of the season was a serious loss. Adrian gave all he could in each game and made his mark, especially with his tackling. Richard King was ever-present on the wing, and showed what a fine player he was developing into during the Woodhouse Grove game where he tackled extremely well and showed attacking promise. He must now learn to keep the ball available in the attack, and not die with it. Adam Waters took over from Simon Slater on the wing and showed real flair in attack and stout defence. With added size and pace next year, he is an exciting prospect. The full back position was occupied by Simon Powell, who was sound in defence - tackling hard, fielding the high ball, and kicking well. He must work hard at his attacking play in the new season. As with last year, the "B" squad provided some strength in depth, and it is to be hoped that an increase in physique will produce further competition for places next year. The boys were a pleasure to coach, and worked very hard, making significant progress throughout the season. I would like to thank Lawrence Patton, who captained the side well, and also Mr. Mason for his work with the backs and Mr. Rigby for his invaluable help with the forwards. Mr Hutt took over the side after Christmas and saw them through to the end of the season, winning 2 of their 3 games. Finally, thanks must go to all the parents who came and gave their support on all those cold winter afternoons. P. J. S. Results Oct 3rd Silcoates School Away Lost 4 18 Dec 5th Ashville College Away Lost 0 16 Oct 10th Barnard Castle School Away Lost 10 14 Dec 12th Woodhouse Grove School Home Lost 3 11 Oct 17th Hymers College Home Won 12 10 Jan 27th Millthorpe School Home Won 23 0 Nov 7th Ampleforth College Home Lost 3 21 Feb 3rd Ashville College Home Lost 4 14 Nov 14th Worksop College Away Won 15 0 Feb 27th Yarm School Home Won 28 7 Nov 21st Pocklington School Away Lost 0 21

56 U15 'B> Colts Rugby The development of certain boys, physically, and superb enthusiasm from all concerned, played a major part in what turned out to be a very successful season. The first few games started apprehensively with the pack in particular not seeming to be able to believe that they were doing so well, even against bigger sets of forwards. However, once the side started to gain confidence, it was going to take a very strong side to beat them. Particularly pleasing for me during the season was the number of tries scored down the wings. The pack set the ball up well and the three-quarters made the most of what they were given. Attack was not everything though. The fact that only 42 points were scored against them in 9 games is a tribute to the excellent tackling all round. This was an excellent season's rugby and I know that those parents who came along regularly were thoroughly entertained. I thank them for their good natured, positive support and I thank also, all those members of the squad this season. I wish them well for the future and hope very much that they maintain the levels of fun, enthusiasm and determination to improve, which they displayed so admirably this year. S. M. Results For Against Result Barnard Castle School Home 34 4 Won Hymers College Home 22 4 Won Ampleforth College Home 4 18 Lost Worksop College Away 46 0 Won Pocklington School Away 25 6 Won Durham School Home 30 6 Won Ashville College Away 32 0 Won Ashville College Home 16 4 Won Fyling Hall Home 0 4 Lost U14 Colts "A" Rugby The 1987-88 season produced a mixed bag of results, but within them stand many creditable performance. The match against Ashville College was perhaps the highlight for many, and the turning point of the season. A last- ditch fight back saved the day when, as the light faded and the referee prepared to blow for time, a flash of pace and no little courage took Christian Brooker over the line before being carried off on a stretcher - heroes one and all. Great team spirit had pulled us through, and this was to remain throughout the season. The forwards, led by the captain, Coggrave, spurred us on even through a lean early part of the season, whilst the ever-improving backs dominated the later games. It was a team rich in characters. There was Christian Martin, alias "exocet", so named for his ability to seek out and "lock-on"to a tackle. There was David Thompson who ran in the highest number of tries. There was Angus Gowthorpe who punched holes in opposition defences, whilst Leif Midhage blocked any gaps in our own with fearless tackling and deceptive pace. The team had heart and spirit, playing some good rugby and battling on even when facing defeat. Many "B" team players acquitted themselves well when they got the call, to suggest that they will continue to push for places next season. Many thanks to all those who played, and to all who supported the team through thick and thin, fair weather and foul. Your encouragement was and is always appreciated. The following represented the U14 "A" team: C. M. Barlow, A. Birch, T. W. Brassington, C. M. Brooker, C. J. Coggrave (Captain), S. R. Clarke, I. Gordon, C. A. W. Gowthorpe, P. N. Gummery, R. J. Hiles, A. M. W. Ludiman, C. M. R. Martin, P. R. J. Meaden, L. T. F. Midhage, B. C. Mundell, P. D. A. Reavley, T. Reid, C. J. Richardson, D. C. Thompson, G. Wood. D. M. C. Sat Oct 3rd Silcotes School Away Lost 6 30 Sat Oct 10th Barnard Castle Away Won 10 6 Sat Oct 17th Hymers College Away Lost 3 58 Sat Nov 7th Ampleforth College Away Lost 0 28 Sat Nov 14th Worksop College Away Lost 4 32 Sat Nov 21st Pocklington School Home Lost 4 18 Sat Nov 28th Durham School Home Lost 0 4 Sat Dec 5th Ashville College Away Won 20 18 Sat Dec 12th Woodhouse Grove Home Lost 0 14 Wed Jan 27th Millthorpe School Home Won 44 0 Wed Feb 3rd Ashville College Home Won 18 10 Sat Mar 5th Hymers College Home Lost 6 22 Under 14 Colts Overall the season could be described as mixed with the team winning just under half their games. Noticeable progress was made in all aspects of team play, especially in scrum and line out. The morale and collective commitment was a joy to watch. There were many fine performances during the season, A. M. Dean's captaincy, J. M. Richardson's hooking and throwing into the line, A. C. Lee's and D. Gardiner's half-back play, A. G. Curtis' splendid tackling and finally the strong running of wingers P. R. Meaden and P. W. Tse. Team: D. Bundy, A. Curtis, A. Dean (Captain), B. Dickson, M. Fletcher, D. Gardner, N. Garnett, I. Gordon, J. Holliday, J. Hudson, A. Lee, A. Moxon, B. Neary, C. Ranson, C. J. Richardson, J. Richardson, G. Walker, A. Wildblood, G. Wood, J. Tills, P. Tse. R. G. S. 57 HOCKEY CLUB 1987-1988 The strength of school hockey this year was in the feeling generated amongst the players in the teams. Although there were many players of talent at all levels when they appeared as a team the total was far better than the sum of the parts. The first eleven played some very fine hockey losing only one inter-school match and giving some creditable performances against strong men's teams. The second eleven will be remembered as scoring the highest number of goals in a match in living memory. The colts gained experience quickly as the season progressed and, towards the close, showed that they are going to strengthen the senior sides a lot next year. Much of the success can be alttributed to the captains of the three elevens. Anshuman Mondal of the Colts, Douglas Tulley of the second eleven and particularly Ian Burdass, who by encouragement and example made the first eleven often play well above itself. My thanks to them and to all members of staff who contribute so much to school hockey The following represented the 1st XI: I. W. Burdass* (Captain), J. P. Anderson*, R. A. R. Atkinson*, T. R. Bosomworth*, T. E. J. Cooper, M. D. Donoghue*, N. P. Durham*, S. R. Gaunt*, N. Green*, R. Hutchinson*, D. J. James, J. N. Renshaw*, M. D. Spence*, J. D. Stubbs*. The following represented the 2nd XI: D. G. F. Tulley* (Captain), S. Y. M. Al-Bassam, J. S. Baldwin, A. Basu*, P. C. Bryan, M. C. Camacho*, S. O. Cole, T. E. J. Cooper*, M. D. Donoghue, M. Forman*, N. Green*, C. J. Hill*, D. J. James*, J. M. Leatt, S. W. Mills, N. J. Patchett, S. M. Proudley, J. A. Rich. The following represented the Colts XI: A. Mondall (Captain), S. Y. M. Al-Bassam, D. J. Bell, P. D. Brown, S. R. Brown, A. J. Bryan, J. R. Clark, R. D. Freling, A. R. Gage, R. S. Griggs, C. H. Metcalfe, J. D. Newhill, L. C. Panitzne, S. A. C. Robinson, J. W. Smith, D. H. Williams, P. A. Winrow. *Colours. Caps were awarded to I. W. Burdass, N. P. Durham, J. D. Stubbs. The Burn Trophy was awarded to M. D. Donoghue. The Stick was awarded to I. W. Burdass. R. H. H.

Results First Eleven Second Eleven Colt* Eleven Army Apprentices Home Won 5-1 Focklington School Home Won 15-0 Pocklington School Away Lost 2-3 Ashville College Home Won 4-2 Ampleforth College Home Won 4-2 Scarborough College Home Drawn 3-3 Scarborough College Home Won 3-0 Scarborough College Home Won 2-1 Barnard Castle School Home Drawn 2-2 Worksop College Away Won 2-0 Worksop College Away Drawn 2-2 Easingwold School Away Won 4-0 Hall Cross Comp. School Home Won 2-0 Hall Cross Comp. School Home Lost .0-1 Pandas H.C. Home Lost 0-3 Leeds G.S. Home Won 10-0 Styx H.C. Home Lost 1-6 Wellensyans H.C. Home Won 3-0 Pandas H.C. Home Lost 1-2 Retiring Captains XI Home Drawn 0-0 Residents XI Home Drawn 1-1

58 Girl's Hockey After the success of last year's squad it was a novelty to start the season by losing. Early in the season the lack of a regular goalkeeper created serious difficulties, but by the end of the season the First Eleven had two goalkeepers. The team eventually pulled itself out of the mud mainly as a result of Catherine Towers' drive and determination to succeed. One of the most notable and enjoyable games was played against the touring side from St. Bees. The commitment and desire to win on the part of both teams produced hockey of an exceptionally high standard. The spectators responded by giving both teams a standing ovation at the end of the match. As in previous years the blend of experience (Upper Sixth) and fitness (Lower Sixth) gradually created a good team. The reliable defensive play of Mary-Ann Kilby and Kate Prest did much to steady the team and inspired Angela Rosindale, Sophie Jackson (both Third Formers), Seema Khanna and Polly Farnsworth to some energetic and effective running at the front. Catherine Towers' determination in midfield almost proved her undoing in the game against All Saints School and her subsequent black, yellow, green eye (not the one she sported on the Hockey photograph) made her a little more cautious in subsequent games but failed to dampen her enthusiasm. The new Lower Sixth players fitted well into the now traditional 1-1-3-3-3 system and much positive work was done by Clare Suttill, Helen Booth and Gemma Pollard. In Competitions St. Peter's won the Under 18 National Schools Knockout (York Area), the coup de grace being delivered into the top left hand corner of the goal by Adele Aspden who was the last person to flick in the penalty flick "shoot-out" after a hard match against Joseph Rowntree School. In the later stages of the competition at Ripon the team lost narrowly on an all weather pitch to the eventual winners, Ripon Grammar School. This year was also one of a series of innovations - the Edinburgh Hockey Tour, the Outdoor Lunchtime Games and the indoor Inter-House Tournament (the latter two being organised by Catherine Towers). All of these new ventures proved successful and the half term tour hotel accommodation could not be "fawltied." The indoor Hockey was memorable in particular for the high standard of goalkeeping displayed by Rebecca Kettlewell who, with the addition of strategic padding, showed no fear and saved brilliantly at times. In the final of the St. Peter's Indoor Tournament Joseph Rowntree beat us. In the Inter-House Indoor Competition Dronfield (surprisingly) won it! Congratulations go to the seven players chosen to play for the York and District Under 18 team namely Catherine Towers, Lucy Hughes, Mary-Ann Kilby, Gemma Pollard, Lynn Pears, Rebecca Kettlewell and Rebecca Sharrock. Angela Rosindale was chosen to play for the Under 16 team. Catherine Towers played for the North Yorkshire side and was a trialist for the North of England team. It was a pleasure to award the Jackson-Pacey trophy for the first time this year. The Cup, donated by Sasha Jackson and Miranda Pacey, is awarded to the most improved player. Clare Suttill was this year's recipient. In many ways this desire for improvement lies at the heart of successful teams. Both the 1st XI and 2nd XI, the latter captained by Fiona Mutter, have shown this attitude this season. I hope that those who are leaving have enjoyed their hockey and will seek to improve further at University. The following represented the First Eleven: C. Tower t *, M-A. Kilby*, K. Prest*, S. Richards, L. Hughes*, S. Khanna, F. Mutter, R. Kettlewell, A. Aspden, R. Sharrock, J. Craven, P. Farnsworth, L. Pears, G. Pollard, C. Suttill, K. Tulley, A. Rosindale, H. Booth, A. Webster, S. Jackson. The following represented the Indoor Team: C. Towers (Captain), M-A. Kilby, A. Rosindale, S. Jackson, C. Suttill, G. Pollard, R. Kettlewell, R. Sharrock, P. Farnsworth, A. Aspden. *Colours t Cap. D. M. P. Results

First Eleven Sept 16th Joseph Rowntree School Away Lost 2-3 Oct 26-29th Edinburgh Tour Sept 18th York College Home Won 3-0 Oct 26th Mary Erskine School Lost 0-3 Sept 21st St. Aidan's School Away Drawn 1-1 Oct 27th George Watson's School Lost 0-5 Sept 25th St. Bees Home Lost 0-3 Oct 28th Queen Margaret's School Lost 0-1 Sept 30th St. Aidan's Home Won 2-1 Nov 4th Under 18 Area Final at Ripon Grammar Schoo. •Oct 5th York College Home Won 3-0 Scarborough Sixth Form College Drawn 0-0 •Oct 12th Fulford School Away Won 2-0 Thirsk School Lost 0-1 Oct 13th All Saints Home Won 6-1 Ripon Grammar School Lost 0-1 Oct 14th Under 18 Rally at Huntingtor School Nov 7th Giggleswick School Away Drawn 1-1 The Mount School Lost 0-1 Nov 15th Rowntree Ladies Home Lost 0-2 York College Lost 0-1 Nov 17th Tadcaster School Away Won 7-3 Sherburn School Drawn 0-0 Nov 21st Pocklington School Away Drawn 1-1 York Sixth Form College Drawn 1-1 Nov 25th York Sixth Form College Home Won 3-1 Oct 17th The Mount School Away Lost 0-1 Nov 28th Durham School Away Won 1-0 Oct 21st Sherburn School Away Won 1-0 Dec 3rd Queen Margaret's School Home Won 4-0 •Oct 22nd Joseph Rowntree School Away Won 1-1 Dec 5th Scarborough College Away Lost 2-4 (on penalty Sticks) Dec 12th Retiring Captain's XI Home Won 3-1

*Played 30 Won 12 Drawn 6 Lost 12 Goals for 44 Goals against 38 *U18 National Schools Knock Out Competition

Matches were cancelled against: York Women's Junior XI, Rowntree Ladies, Tadcaster Grammar School, College of Ripon and St. John, Lady Lumley's School.

59 Second Eleven Sept 30th St. Aidan's School Home Won 1-0 Oct 14th Ashville College Home Won 1-0 Oct 17th Mount School Away Lost 0-2 Oct 18th Bootham School Away Lost 0-2 Nov 7th Giggleswick School Away Drawn 0-0 Nov 28th Durham School Away Won 3-1 Dec 3rd Queen Margaret's School Home Drawn 1-1 Dec 5th Scarborough College Away Lost 0-2 Dec 12th Barnard Castle Away Drawn 0-0

Indoor Hockey St. Peter's Indoor Tournament National Schoolgirls Indoor Tournament (North of Feb 6th at St. Peter's England) The Mount School Won 2-0 _, ... CD.. York College Won 2-0 Dec 11th at St. Peters Joseph Rowntree Drawn 2-2 Wakefield Girls High School Lost 0-4 Tadca«er Won 3 0 Whitcliffe Mount School Drawn 0-0 , . „ , ' *"?s'" „ . .w™ i." Hustler School Drawn 1-1 In the Final Joseph Rowntree School Lost 0-1 Joseph Rowntree School Won 2-1

Hockey Impressions Despite the unforeseen injuries before our successful tour, the team arrived in Edinburgh well supported by Mr. Mason, Mr. Paterson and Mrs. Towers. Unfortunately, the Hockey part of the tour was not very successful: the team tried hard, playing to their full potential, but they were outclassed. The social side of the tour was, however, very eventful with trips to the seaside and to the theatre, where we saw an excellent production of "Blood Brothers". These proved to be our main entertainment, along with "Trivial Pursuits", at which Gemma reigned supreme. After the tour, clearly benefiting from the experience, we represented the Area in the National Schoolgirls' League. C. E. T. Pandas Weekend Being the Captain of School Hockey is always a memorable experience when it comes to Pandas Weekend: even more so when this weekend is the 25th Anniversary of Pandas Hockey Club - memorable, that is, after one has managed to piece back together what did actually happen at the dinner. Having been a previous attender, I could but give a few words of friendly advice to those in the 1st XI who had not - advice that we did have to turn out the following day, a feat which did at times seem quite unlikely! Having played and won on the Saturday afternoon, the stage was set for a good night. Meeting up with O.P.s young and old is always a pleasant experience, and it was particularly good this year to meet "the originals" - those who made the initial voyage to the Bridlington Festival 25 years ago. Once at the Masonic Lodge, the venue for the dinner, I thought it might be something of a bind trying to get round to say "hello" to all those I already knew and to the new faces who had made the anniversary an excuse to get back in touch with the Club, but when every handshake comes with the words, "Like a drink?" one can learn to cope... One doesn't get much time to stop and look, but I did glance occasionally to see that the rest of the lads had got into conversations with those who had been total strangers but who now seemed to be fellow-Pandas. The courses of the meal came and went; and it could only make one very proud to be sitting and talking with so many different generations of O.P.s, all with the common interest that they enjoyed playing hockey. Speeches were soon upon us, and although the least witty joke would had caused a stir at that stage of the night, David Kendall, O.P. gave us half an hour of brilliance. Once proceedings were over, we seemed to play musical chairs for over an hour as we all tried to make sure we did get a chat with everyone present. No-one is ever in a hurry to leave, but people do eventually disperse, remembering tomorrow's game. Rain and wind are never appreciated by hockey players at the best of times; and frail, suffering hockey players take a distinct dislike to them. The 1st XI pitch was definitely out of commission, though the Colts pitch looked wet but playable. Even with the adverse conditions both teams (the Seconds playing at Acomb) managed to play some excellent Hockey. The School really should have been two up instead of one down at the interval. It was very much the same story in the second half, although we did have the woodwork to thank on an occasion or two. The game ended with a 2 - 1 victory for the Pandas: they'd been lucky, but it was an excellent game to round off a superb weekend. I. W. B.

60 TENNIS On reflection, for the First VI, this was probably the best season in the School's history! They managed to reach the Area Finals in the Glanvill Cup. This stage represents the best eight in the country, and held out the tempting prize of the Finals at Queen's Club. Unfortunately, the team came third in the match at Bolton G.S. and missed out on the trip to London by one place. The other major success this term was the retaining of the York Team Tennis League. This is the fourth consecutive year that we have won that particular cup. Within this particular League, we were undefeated in seven matches and only conceded one set. The strongest pairing was Nicholas Green and Sulieman Al-Bassam whose all-court game was a joy to watch and most effective in its domination of other first pairs. They only lost a few sets over the whole season. Jeffrey Anderson's hard serving and Matthew Stephenson's well placed volleying helped the second pair to achieve some notable performances. Finally, Tom White, whose all round game improved remarkably throughout the season, had two partners in Matthew Forman and Douglas Tulley. Both these players in turn made strong contributions to the team. The overall conduct, determined play and team spirit were hallmarks of an unforgettable season. The following boys represented the School's First Team: Colours: *N. Green (Capt.), S. Y. M. Al-Bassam, J. P. Anderson, M. J. Stephenson, T. B. White, D. G. F. Tulley, M. Forman. * also awarded cup Also played: T. R. Bletcher. R.G.S.

The standard of tennis played below the 1st VI continues to improve. The 2nd VI played seven matches, winning five, and from time to time a promising mixture of skill and enthusiasm, technique and determination, was shown. In many past years some of them would have been regular 1st VI players. The following represented the School's Second Team: T. B. White, M. Forman, D. G. F. Tulley, T. Bletcher, N. E. Hobson, J. M. Parr, D. J. James, S. W. Mills, B. Pattison, R. J. Tucker, C. M. A. Black, E. I. W. Parry, A. C. Lee, A. L. Waters, M. S. Connolly. The third and fourth year boys who played tennis this year showed a great deal of promise. The level of success that has been enjoyed at the top in the last three years should continue to be approached, if not surpassed. Varied success was achieved at U15 level, and the third formers, benefiting from their experience in St. Olaves, managed to win all their matches, and won the York Team Tennis U.14 League. The following represented the U.15 and U.14 teams: A. L. Waters, M. J. Mitchell, D. R. Jones, A. C. Lee, D. H. Baldry, E. J. Thompson, J. S. Powell, M. P. Forester, M. Davies, R. W. Hudson, O. Gardner, R. J. Miles, B. J. Hatfield.

J. R. L. Girls' Tennis It has, like the Squash season, been mixed, with easy wins over Hymers and Worksop, but losses to The Mount and Queen Margaret's. Our main success has been in the York League where we won 4 rounds 6 - 0 and drew one 3 - 3, putting St. Peter's at the top of their section. It was our arch-rivals Queen Margaret's who were to beat us 4 - 2, our 2 sets being picked up by Becky Kettlewell and Becky Bramall in the singles. This meant they were both unbeaten as individuals, a great achievement especially for Becky Bramall who played 5 out of the 6 matches at number 1. With 5 of the 6 members of the team being in U6th, we seemed to have a great potential, but initial partnership changes meant we lost to Pocklington where we should have won easily. The team's overall strength has been in its ground strokes, while Sophie Richards and Becky Kettlewell showed flair and power in their backhands, and Jane Alexander's serve has been the highlight of her game. Becky Bramall proved confident at the net, while Kate Prest's game improved steadily throughout the season. The 2nd team has once again been characterised by enthusiasm, although the season itself was mixed. They beat Worksop and Woodhouse Grove, but lost to The Mount and Queen Margaret's. The addition of the new courts has given more girls the chance to play and has increased the potential of the 1st VI in future years. There has also been the formation of an Under 15 Girls' team - and once again there have been both wins and losses, but the team promises well for the future. I would like to thank Mrs. Shepherd and all the teams for an enjoyable season, and I wish everyone luck next summer: Happy Tennissing! R. A. K. Sponsored Tennis Marathon At 5.00 p.m. on Saturday 30th April in the tropical warmth of the School Sports Centre, the Twenty Four Hour Sponsored Tennis Marathon began. Its aim was to raise money for the purchase of a Tennis Ball Machine. In order to remain faithful to our sponsors, the ball was kept moving at all times, and apart from the change-overs there were 4 players always on court. The Boys' First IV made up the core of the players taking part, but frequent and prolonged sessions from some members of staff and from members of the Girls' team were greatly appreciated. To try and raise money, players

61 of all ages and standards were invited to "pay to play" against members of our Teams. The final shaking of hands across the net at 5.00 p.m. on Sunday marked the end of the Marathon, which raised in the region of £300. Hearty congratulations to all who took part, and a warm "thank you" to all the sponsors who helped in the raising of money. S. Y. M. A-B New Tennis Courts On Saturday 30th April, the Head Master formally opened the new Tennis Courts before a small gathering of parents and pupils. After the short ceremony, the First IV Teams of boys and girls played against a mixed doubles team from York Lawn Tennis Club. The use of the new Tennis Courts will reap numerous benefits for those pupils who choose Tennis as their Summer term option. We hope more people will be encouraged to choose Tennis because of the better facilities and the close proximity of the courts to the main School. More pupils will be able to play Tennis, since the School will still retain the use of the Bootham Park courts. The new courts will also provide a better atmosphere for visiting teams. N. G.

Results First Team Scarborough College Won 7-2 Wigginton T.C Won 6-0 Sherburn H.S Won 6-0 Pocklington School Won 6Vi-2tt York VI Form College Won 5-1 Bootham School Won 8-1 Acomb T.C Won 6-0 Hymers College (Glanvill Cup Round 2) Won Leeds G.S. (Glanvill Cup Round 2) Won Ashville College Won 8'/2-'/2 All Saints School Won 6-0 Hymers College Lost 2-7 Barnard Castle School Won VA-lVi Ampleforth College Won 5tt-3% St. Georges, Sleaford (Glanvill Cup Round 3) Won Q.E.H.S., Gainsborough (Glanvill Cup Round 3) Won Bolton School (Glanvill Cup Round 4 - Last 8) Lost Repton School (Glanvill Cup Round 4 - Last 8) Lost Dunnington T.C Won 6-0 Second Team Pocklington Won 6V2-2V2 Bootham Won 8-1 Ashville Won 9-0 Ampleforth Lost 3'/2-5'/2 Worksop Won 5-4 Giggleswick 1st VI Won 8-1 Durham 1st VI Lost 2-7

Colts Teams U.15 Played 9 Won 5 Lost 3 (Drawn 1) U.14 Played 5 Won 5 Lost 0

62 THE BOAT CLUB 1987 -1988 This has been, we hope, the last of our lean years in terms of actual achievement, but nonetheless a period of genuine enthusiasm and consolidation. We look forward to the arrival of our new boats with confidence that they will bring regatta success with them. Parents have supported us with enthusiasm, not least by co-operating with the new schemes of Boat Club membership and A.R.A. registration. Again Ann Hodgson's contribution has been incalculable: it was good to see the Club's enjoyment of her sculling successes at Leeds at the end of the summer. Dr. Ken Shank's drive has been as infectious as ever: crews at both ends of the Club take much of their motivation from him. Once more we have been very fortunate with our Captains. Pippa King, Richard Hall and Mark Tozer worked hard on and off the water, showing by example that a Club can be more than the sum of its parts. They have each rowed with determination, attended to innumerable jobs at regattas, and arranged the very successful Invitation Row and Barbecue. We would also like to thank Mr. Pyrah for designing and arranging the supply of new boat club T-shirts. Ann Hodgson coached small groups of Sixth formers throughout the Autumn term, during which time a girls' and a boys' four rowed in the Small Boats Head on the Ouse on Sunday 22nd November. This training had obvious benefits for their ability and gave a useful boost to the performance of other crews when these rowers were dispersed among them in the Spring. The Yorkshire Head of the River Race We entered 4 fours for this 5,100 metres processional race on Saturday 12th March, with things being complicated because some crews had to row in the morning and this is during Trial Examinations. Our Junior Four was 16th of the Fours in the early division, in the respectable time of 19 59.3, while the J16 Four exactly matched our equivalent crew's time of the previous year. York Spring Regatta On Saturday 7th May, 6 entries from St. Peter's rowed on our home river. Unfortunately, the pattern of entries from elsewhere was such that many of ours were competing out of their age groups. The J 16s, for example, were rowing at J18. There were also major breakdowns of gear. The absence of wins, therefore, was hardly surprising. Nevertheless, one crew reached the final of Senior III Fours. Durham School Invitation Regatta Again on Wednesday 18th May this event took place between those crews from both Schools who do not usually get the chance to row competitively - for our part, mostly Fourth form boys and Lower Sixth girls taking part in their first races. This year it was at Durham. We were content to reach the final in a couple of the groups, and for one Fourth form crew to win at that level. Bradford Sprint Regatta This was on Saturday 21st May. We had considerable - and very irritating - difficulty in even getting the boats there and back. We are most grateful to Mr. Hutchinson who saved us at the last minute by towing the trailer to Saltaire early on Saturday morning, and to Richard Hutchinson for touring the region successfully in search of a Land Rover spare part. Nevertheless, crew performances paid for all the stress. We had 9 different entries. The Senior III Fours had a difficult time of things, though no-one was knocked out immediately. Our best rowing of the afternoon was by the senior of our Novice Fours (Tony Jackson, Warwick Pemberton, Matthew Doncaster and Jonathan Laverack, coxed by Tim Wilson) who beat crews from Derby, York City and York University to win the Division. Examinations meant that there was simply no weekend this summer when it would be possible to repeat the 24 hour sponsored row, much though people wanted to. Instead, the Captains and a wide group of others invited a variety of people to row in scratch crews, and followed this with a Barbecue at the boat house on Saturday 4th June. The whole event was thoroughly enjoyable, and successful too in terms of fund-raising. My only personal quibble is with falling in twice. York Festival Regatta I would like to thank the Friends of St. Peter's for their contribution to the atmosphere on Saturday June 18th, when they staged a "Strawberries and Bubbly" at the boat house. The overall entry was huge: we contributed 11 crews. James Mee and Mark Pyrah steered a Senior III pair very well in their first such race. James Berrington was very unlucky to collide with a double-parked pleasure-launch while he was well ahead in Novice Sculls. The Lower Sixth girls gave us good cause to hope for wins next year. Others were content with getting through a round or two. As usual, for both the York regattas, we manned stakeboats and provided our coaching boat. It was very good to see many old Peterites rowing in this regatta: I counted 15 whom I recognised, and no doubt there were more. Leeds Sprint Regatta We finished the season by going to Roundhay Park on 25th June. The summer's weather (what happened to it afterwards?) continued its unprecedented run of not raining on a regatta. We entered 9 events, but met no good fortune - though we were amply compensated by Ann's successes in Novice and Senior III Sculls (fortunately in the right order). D. J. H.

63 Rowing Impressions It is difficult to convey the feeling of expectation as well as apprehension that build up inside just before a race. Although surrounded by other crews, each teeming with excitement, you find yourself enclosed in a personal silence. As your turn approaches there is the final exchange of encouragement between crew members, your heart beats faster, and the tension mounts. Once started, and rowing hard, all there is to do now is your best. The cheers of the spectators keep the adrenalin flowing, but the words are lost in the concentration, concentration on getting the maximum work out of yourself and the boat, forcing yourself to row even harder. Then it is all over, and there is an overwhelming sense of relief: as long as you have put your best into it, there is always the feeling of personal achievement and pride in the team's effort. There is something extra which makes regattas worthwhile: they are meeting places for so many clubs; there are opportunities to make friends and renew old acquaintances. Tension, rivalry and achievement all make up a regatta. M. T.

There was a long, anxious wait once we had rowed up to the start. When it was eventually time for us to move, we manoeuvred through the boats and increased to full pressure across the start line. We were gliding over the water, straining on the oars. It was very exhausting. A fast crew was approaching, and overtook us. All my muscles were aching as we reached the home straight. We had ourselves overtaken 4 crews already, and we battled it out for the finish with another, but our strength was failing, and they crossed the line ahead of us. G. H. A.

Cross Country Report The First VIII had an encouraging season with wins over Silcoates (21-63) Durham (33-45) and Pocklington (34-44). The team lost to Ampleforth Second VIII (56-30) and Barnard Castle (44-34). Team spirit was always \ high and the dedication to training was most commendable. The team did well in the York and District Trials I with Jamie Leather, the Captain, coming 4th, Adrian Buck 5th, Paul Reah 6th, Seb Walker 7th, Malcolm Bagley 8th, Peter No well 9th, Matthew Copley 11th and Mark Quaker 12th in the Over 17 group. At U15 level Andrew Berrington came 6th. At the North Yorkshire Championships at Whitby, Jamie Leather came 9th and Malcolm Bagley came 10th. This did not qualify them for the North Yorkshire Team but both performances were highly commendable nonetheless. John Hewitt came 1st in four of the inter-schools matches. The First VIII ran well at the Ampleforth Invitation and came a creditable third. We fielded a Second VIII for the first time during the season and, although they ran with commendable determination, the team's lack of fitness for the tough Ampleforth course showed. Hopefully a Second VIII will become a permanent feature of cross country at St. Peter's in the future. The U15 team again had a disappointing season. The problem was not a lack of motivation but a lack of opportunity to train and a higher priority given to Rugger than Cross Country. This means that we are rarely able to field our best team of runners. Colours were awarded to: James Hewitt, Adrian Buck, Paul Reah, Sebastian Walker and Matthew Copley. The following, represented the First VIII: J. Leather, A. Buck, J. Hewitt, M. Copley, S. Walker, P. Reah, M. Bagley, D. Tunstall and P. Nowell. The following represented the U15 team: A. Berrington, C. Brooker, A. Marks, B. Neary, R. Shaw, G. Councell, D. Baldry, M. Kershaw, M. Bean, R. Ambrose, R. Hudson, M. Brown, J. Mariyappan and S. Davies. Results 30th January v Durham (Home) 17th February v Ampleforth College (Away) 1st VIII St. Peter's 33 pts. 2nd VIII Ampleforth 30 pts. Durham 45 pts. 1st VIII St. Peter's 56 pts. U15 Durham 33 pts. St. Peter's 45 pts. 27th February v Pocklington (Home ) 1st VIII St. Peter's 34 pts. 3rd February v Silcoates (Away) Pocklington 44 pts. 1st VIII St. Peter's 21 pts. U15 Pocklington 21 pts. Silcoates 63 pts. St. Peter's 73 pts. U15 Silcoates 32 pts. St. Peter's 54 pts. 12th March Ampleforth College Invitation 1st Ampleforth College 26 pts. 5th February v Barnard Castle 2nd Welbeck College 114 pts. 1st VIII Barnard Castle 34 pts. 3rd St. Peter's 128 pts. St. Peter's 44 pts. 4th Barnard Castle 147 pts. U15 Barnard Castle 22 pts. 5th Pocfclington 154 pts. St. Peter's 68 pts. 6th Ampleforth 2nd VIII 163 pts. 7th Welbeck 2nd VIII 263 pts. 8th Barnard Castle 2nd VIII 345 pts. 9th St. Peter's 2nd VIII 387 pts.

64 Cross Country Impressions We were away at Barnard Castle: a 3 hour drive followed by sitting around for an hour and a half. The conditions were gale-force winds, rain, snow - and the course! The end result was that we lost. The last run of the season was the Ampleforth Invitation Run. This year, to our amazement, we took two teams. This course is my favourite, and also most of the team's. The run is through a large forest, and the views make it worth running. At the end there is a part called the Shoot, which is a steep hill full of mud and trees. This is where one can make up lost ground by running downhill, and nearly killing oneself, or the poor person in front who has lost his shoe. The team has put in a lot of effort, and the standard of Running in the School has reached quite a high level. T. J. L. Inter House Cross Country Seniors House Team Results Juniors House Team Results 1. John Hewitt (C) School 59 1. Andrew Berrington (Q) Rise 47.0 2. Jamie Leather (T) Grove 123 2. Adam Waters (S) Queen's 54.9 3. Warwick Pemberton (S) Temple 127 3. Giles Councell (Q) Temple 67.0 4. Malcolm Bagley (S) Rise 131 4. David Baldly (Q) Grove 68.5 5. Sebastian Walker (Q) Queen's 161 5. Duncan Brown (Q) Manor 74.8 6. Paul Reah (M) Manor 173 6. Bruce Neary (G) School 84.0 7. Adrian Buck (R) Clifton 230 7. Jason Mariyappan (R) Dronfield 100.5 8. David Tunstall (T) 8. Simon Davies (R) Clifton 106.5 9. Andrew Taylor (G) 9. Christian Brooker (G) 10. Nigel Muirhead (S) 10. Richard Shaw (Q) Senior Cross Country - Impressions The weather was good: sunny, dry, but not too hot or cold. On a late Monday afternoon, the selected elite of all Houses except Dronfield converged on the start. This was a narrow gap between two flags, so we set off as a crowd. J. A. O-B. shot a passing pigeon, and everyone sprinted away from the line. By the time we had reached the first bridge, however, everything had calmed down. The pace was fast but no-one was too serious. If you caught up with someone it was, "Hi there! How are you?" before politely overtaking. Across Clifton roadbridge, down the drive, and towards School. The half-way mark was on the top bank, and as I ran along the white line at the top, the waiting crowd cheered and shouted. Past the swimming pool, and onto the floodbank where another crowd gave vociferous support. The second lap was with everyone spread out, and the Juniors started behind us. As the distance became less, the pace heated up again. Time seemed short as we ran around the boat house, and up through the gate. The crowd went wild, and the noise drove the runners on. I sprinted up the bank and burned across the grass. With a final leap I crossed the line, and then braked hard before being given a position tag. Then it was across to see the other runners. Some were walking around congratulating each other. Others lay on the ground, the casualties of distance. Overall, there was an atmosphere of friendliness, as though the fastest had won with reluctance. Then back towards the promised shower, as pain began to show above excitement. P. B. N. The adrenalin started to flow as the starting time got nearer, accompanied by frequent anxiety attacks and lack of control in the bowels. Then to end it all, we were off, an arduous, masochistic slog ahead of us which only the crazy and John Hewitt would relish. The course, not that it needs describing, was made worse by the addition of the top bank and the virtually flooded "Paddy's Field" - specially included to increase the possibility of blisters. The words of those disgruntled

65 runners who summed it up for the rest of us are not printable. The pleasure gained by the runners in this exercise of petty tradition was evident in their faces as they crossed the finish line (if they made it that far). And as for the looks on the faces of our masters seeing scores of panting, suffering Peterites go stumbling by: they spoke for themselves. To crown a thoroughly interesting event, these poor runners were greeted and spurred with wild enthusiasm by the groups of lazy House fanatics who weren't running. On behalf of humble Peterites, I can only ask, "Why must we do it?" ^ -j- Squash 1987-1988 First Team Captain: N. D. Muirhead Colours: N. D. Muirhead, D. M. J. Clavell, T. B. White, J. R. Kelsey, R. A. R. Atkinson The season followed a familiar pattern of reasonable results in the first term and gradually improving fitness, technique and experience leading to very pleasing performances in the Easter Term. Leeds Grammar School proved to be our main stumbling block, and three of the total of six defeats were against them. Away defeats at Ashville and Pocklington were well reversed in the return matches. The highlight of the season was the tour undertaken at half-term in the Spring Term, playing Worksop, Cheltenham College, St. Edward's Oxford and Bloxham. The whole team played some of their best squash of the season, and they did very well to return home undefeated. Dominic Clavell, although pushed at times by the players below him, was overall clearly the most efficient player. He often faced players of a standard theoretically much higher than his, but managed always to keep his game together, and was able to learn enough to win decisively against other, lesser players. His record of 10 wins and 10 defeats is very commendable. Tom White played in all 21 matches, usually at second string, and when he could entice his opponents to play his game of lobs and drops with occasional kills he was highly effective. His court courage improved greatly, and many of his 14 wins were really decisive. Nigel Muirhead, having moved around the top of the order in the first term, finally settled at third string, but definitely led from the front. His example of effort and enthusiasm both on and off the court were exemplified by his sometimes incredible returns of opponents' best shots, and contributed greatly both to a successful season, and to easing the task of the master in charge. Nigel, with James Kelsey, who played throughout at fourth string, formed the "engine room" of the team, and it was generally a surprise when they were not winners. James' retrieving and forehand drives continued to be successful, and although he was occasionally ponderous at the front of the court, on several occasions his drop shots were a potent weapon, and he must continue to develop them. Adam Atkinson completed the First Five, although often pressed, and continually kept on his toes, by Jonathan Stubbs. Adam won many good matches, and his backhand strokes, both short and long, soft and hard, are played excellently. Occasional lack of tactical awareness dragged him into some "slogging" matches, and at one time on tour he seemed to be heading for some sort of endurance record! Usually though both he and Jonathan, our ever-ready and willing "sixth man", and an essential member of the squad, were able to bring out their best strokes and achieve good results. Results Christmas Term Easter Term 22-09-87 Squashbucklers Won 4-3 26-01-88 Ashville.. Won 4-1 01-10-87 Ashville Lost 2-3 28-01-88 Squashbucklers Won 4-3 11-10-87 Ampleforth Won 5-0 04-02-88 Leeds G.S Lost 1-4 22-10-87 Pocklington Lost 1-4 09-02-88 Pocklington Won 3-2 05-11-87 Silcoates Won 4-1 17-02-88 Ampleforth Won 4-1 10-11-87 Leeds G.S Lost 2-3 18-02-88 Worksop Won 4-2 17-11-87 Giggleswick Won 5-0 19-02-88 Cheltenham Drawn 3-3 01-12-87 Woodhouse Grove.. Won 5-0 20-02-88 St. Edwards, Oxford.. Drawn 3-3 14-12-87 Leeds G.S Lost 0-5 21-02-88 Bloxham Won 4-1 28-02-88 Oakham Lost 1-4 Also played: W. Robinson (3 matches) M. Stephenson (1 match) 05-03-88 Durham Won 5-0 17-03-88 Woodhouse Grove Won 5-0 Girls' Squash It has been a mixed season in the way of results, with 5 wins, 2 draws and 5 losses. As the team entered the new season, only 2 1st team players remained from last year: the rest were relative beginners. The first year of allowing Girls' full time Squash has proved successful, and a great improvement was seen in all players as the season progressed. This was proved on tour, whence we returned with both the Boys' and the Girls' teams undefeated (though it must be pointed out that the Girls had the better tour record). Our thanks go to Mr. Lee for such an enjoyable time. Our congratulations also go to captain Rebecca Bramall who played at first string: she was the only undefeated player on the tour and she remained that way until she lost her last match of the season 1 - 3. Nicky Bell, playing at number 2, has shown more thoughtfulness on court, and her strong backhand has proved a good test to all her opponents. Although Becky Kettlewell's ground strokes are not as strong as most, it is her serve which has helped her to win 6 of 11 matches. Adele Aspden, although lacking confidence at the start of the season, has since grown in maturity on court, and it was Adele who was the only player to win her match against Harrogate College. Sophie Richards could not join us on tour, but she has always played willingly for home fixtures. Unfortunately, she has not received as much expert coaching as the rest of the team. Alex Webster did a great job as our reserve, always being there when needed. Her improvement from an absolute beginner to her first team performance at the end of the season was remarkable. She also led a 2nd team through 3 matches. The LVI players together with Fourth former Sophie Jackson won 2 and lost 1 of their games. All the 2nd team arrived here as beginners, and have shown determination and enthusiasm throughout the season. We hope this will give a good basis for next year's team. The following represented the Girls' 1st VI Squash: R. Bramall* (Capt.), N. Bell*, R. Kettlewell*, A. Aspden*, S. Richards*, A. Webster. *Colours. R. H. B.

Netball 1988 saw the beginning of Netball at St. Peter's. The First team lost only 2 matches, and had convincing wins over The Mount, Hunmanby Hall, Giggleswick, Woodhouse Grove, Ripon and St. John's, Gateways, and Queen Margaret's. The shooting by captain Kate Prest and Polly Farnsworth was reliable and talented. The defence was well played by determined and strong-willed Cath Towers and Clare Suttill, along with the enthusiastic flailing arms of Katy Ball-Dodd who lent so much spirit and skill to the team. Jo Craven played well throughout for the attacking side of the team, and Mary-Ann Kilby as centre was energetic. Her talent for being in two places at once was much appreciated. The team spirit during the season was high, and the First team did extremely well considering they had never played together before while the majority had not even touched a netball for 2 years. With coaching and experience, the team pulled together to play at a high standard. The Second team also had a successful season, losing only 2 matches. The Second team members played well and were eager to be successful under the captaincy of Lucy Hughes. Steph Atkinson and Vicky Simpson worked well at shooting. Gemma Pollard, Alex Webster, Emma Lockwood and Clare Hugill complete the team. Against Giggleswick, Woodhouse Grove and Queen Margaret's a Third team was necessary. This was played by Lara Lowe, Jo Gordon, Louise Heslop and Amanda Cooper. There were a large number of Netball players generally, and enthusiasm was high: the game was popular and the teams sucessful. Many thanks go to Mrs. Shepherd, Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Burrows for their talented coaching and encouragement. K. A. P.

67 Inter-House Athletics Competition

Juniors Intermediates Seniors Athletics Shield 100m G. Hodgson (M) 12.7 S. Slater (R) 12.9 M. Davison (T) 11.8 1. Rise 90pts 200m P. Gummery (S) 27.1 J. Morris (R) 25.6 J. Rich (M) 24.0 400m C. Brooker (G) 62.8 G. Proudley (S) 57.0 S. Proudley (S) 55.8 2. Manor 70pts 800m C. Brooker (G) 2min 23.9 A. Bryan (M) 2min 16.9 S. Walker (Q) 2min 10.2 3. School 66'/2pts 1,500m B. Neary (G) 5min 17.1 P. Reah (M) 4min 54.2 J. Leather (T) 4min 43.3 P. Reah (M) lOmin 26.5 J. Hewitt (C) lOmin 9.6 3,000m 4. Temple 58pts High Jump A. Ludiman (T) 1.45 P. Brown (R) 1.71** N. Patchett (S) 1.65 Long Jump G. Hodgson (M) 4.85 A. Mondal (R) 5.19 P. Sawkill (M) 6.01 5. Queen's 51'/2pts Discus G. Wood (S) 25.56 P. J. Midgley (S) 33.09** K. Deakin (T) 36.0 Javelin E. J. Thompson (Q) 26.72 S. Slater (R) 39.54 I. W. Burdass (R) 45.60** 6. Clifton 44Vipts Shot Putt C. Barlow (Q) 8.80 P. J. Midgley (S) 10.90 J. Baldwin (R) 12.65 Relay Clifton 54.2 Rise 49.4** = Rise 47.8 7. Grove 37'/2pts

** Indicates a new school record

Inter-House Swimming Gala

Inter-House Gala Results Inter-House Standards Cup

1. Clifton 108 pts. 5. Grove 51 pts. i. Manor 7.9 pts. 5. Rise 6.68 pts. 2. School 80 pts. 6. Manor 50 pts. 2. Clifton 6.89 pts. 6. Grove 6.56 pts. 3. Queen's 65 pts. 7. Temple 8 pts. 3. Queen's 6.80 pts. 7. Temple 6.18 pts. 4. Rise 64 pts. 4. School 6.72 pts.

Under 14 Age Group

Individual Medley Meadon (C) 72.0 sees. 50 yds Back Stroke Gordon (G) - Ludiman (T) 36.6 sees. 50 yds Breast Stroke Meadon (C) 34.0 sees. 50 yds Butterfly Meadon (C) 33.8 sees. 50 yds Freestyle Hudson (C) 29.6 sees. Medley Relay Clifton 63.7 sees. Freestyle Relay Clifton 55.0 sees. Senior Age Group

Under 15 Age Group Individual Medley Sellers (C) 69.0 sees. 50 yds Back Stroke Clavell (M) 33.3 sees. Individual Medley Butler (G) 74.3 sees. 100 yds Back Stroke Clavell (M) 73.32 sees. 50 yds Back Stroke Patton (Q) 34.2 sees. 50 yds Breast Stroke Parr(C) 34.4 sees. 33.8 sees. 50 yds Breast Stroke Brown (Q) 100 yds Breast Stroke Grainger (S) 74.1 sees. 35.6 sees. 50 yds Butterfly Patton (Q) 50 yds Butterfly Sellers (C) 31.4 sees. 50 yds Freestyle Butler (G) 27.9 sees. 50 yds Freestyle Sellers (C) 25.8 sees. Medley Relay Queen's 61.3 sees. 100 yds Freestyle Parr(C) 62.9 sees. 54.0 sees. Freestyle Relay Rise Medley Relay Clifton 55.8 sees. Freestyle Relay Clifton 47.3 sees.

Under 16 Age Group

Individual Medley Schoeman (R) 72.9 sees. 50 yds Back Stroke Schoeman (R) 30.9 sees 50 yds Breast Stroke Gill (Q) 34.3 sees 50 yds Butterfly Schoeman (R) 29.8 sees. 50 yds Freestyle Schoeman (R) 26.5 sees. Medley Relay Manor 58.0 sees. Freestyle Relay Manor 51.1 sees. 68 Swimming Impressions On Wednesday 23rd March I experienced my first swimming gala since joining the Senior School. With Rugby dominating the first two terms, there has been little time for swimming, but the gala was an exciting event in the Easter term calendar. The rest of the School gave a very competitive atmosphere to the affair by their enthusiastic support. I witnessed a very good standard of swimming, and some of the races were very close indeed. At the end of a well organised afternoon, Manor were presented with the Swimming Standards Cup, and Clifton House carried off the Inter-House competition. P.R.J.M. This year the Clifton team pretty much dominated the Third and Sixth form races. Despite this, there was a good effort by School House to retain the Cup, but although they managed to qualify for as many finals they failed to win enough to make it a closer affair. It would be unfair to pick out any individual swimmers, as everyone swam well, and the Houses lacking in natural ability worked hard to gain the vital points for the lower placings. Dronfield Juniors should be congratulated for joining in the spirit of the event and putting a few of the boys to shame. The swimming gala has shown that there is still a lot of talent in the School, yet the popularity of the sport seems to have declined over the past 5 years: it seems a shame that swimming does not find it easy to co-exist on equal terms with Cricket and Rowing. The first day of spring marked the heats of the The Swimming Sports 1988 International Swimming Gala. Many of the events were closely contested, showing that there were no overall favourites for the gala itself. There was a strong competitive spirit from the beginning, amongst participants and spectators alike. This set the scene for the finals two days later. Support was abundant. Dronfield groupies were out in force to gaze at their "Moneky Cage heroes". The absence of shoulder-pads meant that certain "hunks" were reported to look better fully clothed. Strong performances were given by all concerned, but perhaps special mention should be made of Karl Shoeman (R), and James Meaden (C) among the juniors; and Robert Sellers (C), John Grainger (S) and Dominic Clavell (M) in the Seniors. When the later stages were reached Clifton and School had taken the lead: the relays remained to determine the final positions. By the end of the Medley relays, Clifton were assured of their success, but all the Houses made strong efforts to win the closing Freestyle events. M.C.L.

Girls' Games Impressions With the advent of full co-education, girls' games have become something of a litmus test for its success: perhaps a significant effect of co-education has been the rise in people's consciousness of the place of girls' games in relation to the seemingly omnipotent boys' sports. Was it only the three-legged football match and the twenty-four hour Tennis marathon (both sponsored events) which exhibited "co-sport"? This is not to say that girls' games do not form a large part of the sport curriculum. On the contrary: the equivalent time is spent on them. As a result, girls' Hockey had a successful Edinburgh tour, as did girls' Squash - and Barcelona awaits later teams, no doubt. There can be no fault found in the dedication and commitment to games, shown by the level of practice, especially in Rowing, and helped by the new Alcuin Tennis Courts. It only remains for me to raise an old bone of contention: the absence of sports awards for girls. Will there be more than the inter-House Hockey trophy and the newly donated Rebecca Sharrock Cup for Athletics. Will the test of equality in co-education be the day when girls' sports gain equal recognition for success? J. E. C.

69 Oxford Cup (Holders: School House)

Points School Awarded Clifton Grove Manor Queen's Rise House Temple Senior Rugby 20 20 Junior Rugby 10 10 Senior Cricket 20 20 Junior Cricket 10 10 Senior Rowing No Competition Junior Rowing No Competition Athletics Sports 15 15 Cross Country 10 10 Junior Long Run 10 10 Swimming Sports 15 15 Swimming Standards 10 10 Tennis 15 15 Shooting 15 15 Squash 15 5 10

Totals 15 5 20 10 35 50 30

The Archives: Work on the archives has continued well this year, despite shortage of space and time. I do hope that now the hurly burly of teaching has ended, the sorting, researching and cataloguing will be able to proceed more smoothly. Requests for information have continued to increase, mostly to help with family history, though information has also been sought on famous Old Peterites for biographical work, two separate publications in the near future dealing with Sir Frank Swettenham. Kenneth Chilman has kindly presented us with two of his father's prizes, signed by H. M. Stephenson. A collection of glass negatives of a St. Olave's Sports Day in Edwardian times has also come to light, and various photographs of groups of the past have been received. One of the most interesting photographs was one of the Corps in the 1930s. Does anyone still have his cap badge, shoulder flashes or any other Corps memorabilia which we could safeguard? Another interesting discovery was a thick board being used as the cover of a water tank. This board was heavily inscribed on both sides with the graffiti of boys, for which they were no doubt beaten. Now, however, there is great interest in seeing the names of Frank Mitchell, the Grindrod boys and the adjacent names of father and son - H. W. Rhodes and K. H. Rhodes. This board has now been cleaned and restored, and converted into a library table by Adam Jackson OP., the names being protected by plate glass. The board in the Stephenson Room recording the Head Masters of the school has been revised, restored and repainted by the generosity of the Old Peterite Club to whom we are most grateful for this and other benefits. Now that the provision of a permanent Archive Room is being planned we are even more anxious for items to be preserved. We would be particularly grateful for the gift of an old-style blazer and straw boater with its Peterite ribbon. The only Peterite cap we have is decidedly the worse for wear and we just don't have an Alcuin House School cap (green with crossed keys in white). It is hoped to have a section of books by or about Old Peterites, with a selection of leather bound prize books. Photographs - particularly of individuals - are still needed, together with old bills, reports, exercise books and other items which might so easily disappear for ever. Are there any old diaries or letters home still in existence? These are often most useful to researchers, and confidentiality can be guaranteed. Finally a wall tablet has been made to record the beatification of Robert Middleton O.P. and a memorial to Barry Daniel is being planned, and these will be placed in the ante-chapel. J. V. M.

WANTED To add to his collection of archives the Hon. Secretary of the O.P. Club would be very grateful for any items of 'Petrana'. He has a considerable amount of material already but nothing should be considered too new or too old, too trivial or too commonplace! This is the type of material that is required: —Newspaper cuttings relating to the School or individual O.P.s. —School lists and any winners' certificates etc. —Prints, drawings or photographs of St. Peter's. —Correspondence, fixture cards, programmes, photographs, etc., of the various O.P. and School Clubs and Societies.

70 —House photographs or informal group photographs. —Photographs of School and O.P. sports teams. —Also Whitaker's almanacks (red spine, green cover) years 1869,1871, 1874, 1875, 1876,1877, 1879, 1880, 1882, 1883, 1884, 1892, 1904, and 1916. R. D. Harding (Hon. Secretary)

Old Peterite Lodge No. 6412 The Annual Installation Ceremony of the Old Peterite Lodge was held at The Masonic Hall, Duncombe Place, York at 4 p.m. on Wednesday 15th June, 1988. W.Bro. Francis George Woolgrove was installed as Worshipful Master by W.Bro. R. W. Oliver. The following Officers were appointed:

Senior Warden W. Bro. D. P. Johnston, P.P.S.G.D. Junior Warden Bro. M. J. Oxley Chaplain W. Bro. E. G. Thompson, P.P.G. Reg. Treasurer W. Bro. P. M. Darley, P.P.S.G.W. Secretary Bro. B. J. Watson Director of Ceremonies W. Bro. R. A. Relton Senior Deacon Bro. C. W. Knowlson Junior Deacon Bro. N. J. Smith Charity Steward W. Bro. J. E. Moore, P.A.G.D.C. Assistant D.C W. Bro. P. D. Waters, P.P.G. Reg. Almoner W. Bro. G. D. Smith, P.P.G. Supt. W. Inner Guard Bro. R. A. Martin Stewards Bro. C. M. Ward Bro. P. Crowe Bro. P. V. W. Gunning Bro. G. Gildener Bro. J. A. Owen-Barnett Tyler Bro. S. E. Howe, P.P.S.G.D.

At the Festive Board following the Installation, the Toast to St. Peter's School was proposed by Bro. C. W. Knowlson and the response was .given by W. Bro. E. G. Thompson. Old Boys, Masters and Governors of the School qualify for membership of the Lodge and anyone wishing to know further details should contact B. J. Watson at 1 Scawton Avenue, Huntington, York, Y03 9JA.

The Old Peterite Club Golfing Society The annual meeting was duly held at York G.C. (Strensall) on Sunday July 3rd. Amidst a spell of extremely unsettled weather the afternoon suprisingly proved very favourable and excellent conditions were enjoyed by a good representative field of 20 players. With 4 players in possession of single-figure handicaps, there were no surprises in store. With a S.S.S. of 70 at Strensall Ian Leedham (G. '80-85) playing off 8 handicap returned an excellent 78 gross to sweep aside all opposition and prove himself a worthy winner of the Founder's Trophy. The time-honoured Burnett trophy (Stableford Competition) was equally convincingly won by Leslie P. Dobson (G. '56!61) with 39 points off 17 handicap, runners-up were Mike Ranson and Tony Brindley. The next meeting will be held on Sunday July 2nd 1989, 2.00 p.m. at York G.C. when it is earnestly hoped that our two present trophy winners will meet plenty of stiff opposition, especially since young Ian Leedham has now completed the double, having previously won the Burnett Trophy in 1985 off 7 handicap. R.F. Harding, Secretary, O.P. golf.

71 The Old Peterite Club Officers and District Hon. Secretaries 1988/1989 President: E. M. H. Ranson, The Old Bakery, Grimdleton, Nr. Clitheroe, Lancashire BB7 4QT. Past Presidents: J. A. Hanson, T. J. Lewis, C. W. Thompson, P. S. Atkinson, F. N. Newdick, R. F. Harding, D. T Rumfitt, J. T Harding, J. A. Denison Vice Presidents: The Head Master, K. G. Chilman, D. G. Cummin, Brig. C.C. Fairweather, Sir John Rodgers, Bt. Hon. Secretary: R. D. Harding, Hall Cottage, Foremarke, Milton, Nr. Repton, Derbyshire DE6 6EJ Hon. Treasurer: S. M. Burn, 30, The Cranbrooks, Wheldrake, York Y04 6AZ District Hon. Secretaries: London: C. J. Quickfall, "Hollyside", 151, Forest Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2 5JP West Riding: C. E. Gilman, Cherry Tree Cottage, High Street, Clifford, Nr. Wetherby, West Yorkshire North West: Dr. G. E. L. Graham, J. P., "Croft End", 297, Wigan Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester WN1 2QY North East: D. L. Brown, "Ashcroft", Ashcroft Road, Darlington, Co. Durham DL3 8PD East Riding: P. S. Atkinson, The Exchange, Driffield, E. Yorkshire Y025 7LJ York: S. M. Burn, 30, The Cranbrooks, Wheldrake, York Y04 6AZ

General Committee 1988/1989 D. P. Atkinson, V. M. Black, P. M. Darley, C. Frank, C. E. Gilman, Dr. G. E. L. Graham, D. W. Grice, F. B. S. Harnby, G. M. Jobling, R. W. Oliver, J. C. M. Rayson, P. M. Shepherd, D. N. Simmons, G. D. Smith, E. G. Thompson.

The Old Peterite Club 97th Annual General Meeting was held at the School on Saturday 2nd July and was attended by 32 members. C. W. Thompson, Deputising for the Hon. Treasurer, presented the audited accounts for the year ended 31st December 1987, which showed the accumulated fund for the running expenses of £10,112. R. D. Harding was re-elected Hon. Secretary and S. M. Burn was elected Hon. Treasurer in succession to J. G. Humble. The new rules were formally adopted following some small amendments and 3 trustees were elected namely, D. L. Brown, J. T. Harding and J. E. Moore. C. E. Gilman was elected to the General Committee and D. P. Atkinson, C. Frank, D. W. Grice and J. C. M. Rayson were re-elected for a further term of three years. E. M. H. Ranson was elected President of the The Club in succession to J. A. Denison. The immediate Past President, J. T. Harding, paid tribute to J. A. Denison in his two years of office which had been more demanding than usual. The retiring President thanked The District Hon. Secretaries for running successful dinners and also thanked the Hon. Secretary for all the support he had given. The following regional dinners were announced: Tyneside: Friday, 30th September 1988 at The Stakis Hotel, Newcastle Airport, Woolsington. Organiser: Richard Pickersgill Tel: Home (0632) 2843770. Office (0632) 2611841 London: Friday 4th November 1988 at The Great Western Royal Hotel, Paddington W2. Tel: 01-723-8064. 7.00 p.m. for 7.30 p.m. Organiser: Colin Quickfall. Tel Home: (0892) 32270. Office: (0892) 33733. West Riding: Mid November (venue to be arranged). Organiser: (please contact) Chris Gilman Tel: Boston Spa 842989 North East: Friday 28th April 1989 at the Hardwick Hall Hotel, Sedgefield, Co. Durham. Organiser: David Brown Tel Home: Darlington 465543. Office: Darlington 467791 East Riding: Friday 26th May 1989 at the Bell Hotel, Driffield, 7.15 for 7.45 p.m. Organiser: Peter Atkinson Tel Office: (0377) 43151 York: The Annual Dinner at St. Peter's - Saturday 1st July 1989.

It was with great pleasure that the Meeting elected Mr. J. V. Mitchell to Honorary Life Membership of the Old Peterite Club in recognition of his service to the School.

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1 The Old Peterite Club London Dinner The Great Western Royal Hotel, Paddington, London W2 Friday, 6th November 1987

David ADAMSON School 1953-1963 John HAYES Grove 1957-1962 Will ADLER Rise 1972-1977 Kevin HICK School 1948-1958 Peter BAKER School 1945-1950 J. M. HOLT School 1948-1953 Chris BEAUMONT School 1949-1959 Ian HUNTER Temple 1951-1961 Martin BLACK Queen's 1965-1975 Christopher D. KING School 1947-1951 Victor BLACK Temple 1936-1942 F. David LAVENDER Grove 1950-1960 R. Maxwell BOOTH Rise 1943-1949 Tony MILLER School 1974-1980 Nigel BRINDLEY Rise 1970-1975 John MITCHELL Temple 1967-1972 R. Anthony BRINDLEY Manor 1940-1946 Fiona McCRIMMON Manor 1985-1987 Alan Cranshaw BROWN Rise 1938-1942 Christopher MONRO Rise 1969-1974 Rupert D. E. BROWN Grove 1975-1980 Carl PATTISON School & Manor 1939-1945 Kenneth CHILMAN St. Olave's 1907-1911 Robin PITTMAN Headmaster St. Peter's 1911-1916 Andrew Harford POWELL Dronfield 1964-1969 Master ^ 1919-1923 Colin QUICKFALL Grove 1947-1957 ( 1924-1965 Bob RALEY Rise 1963-1969 Bob COLLIER Rise & Dronfield 1963-1968 David RAYNER Grove 1948-1958 John COSSINS Queen's 1959-1964 Michael RANSON Rise 1953-1960 David CUMMIN Master & Headmaster (ret'd) John RAYSON Rise 1942-1947 John DENISON Temple 1938-1942 Andrew ROBSON Temple 1953-1961 Katharine DENISON Queen's 1978-1980 David RUMFITT Temple 1930-1939 Allan DODDS Master 1950-1964 Tony SHORT Rise 1933-1941 John DOOK Manor 1937-1946 Neil SIMMONS School 1949-1953 Peter DRURY Temple 1978-1983 Kenneth F. SIMPSON School 1928-1930 Simon FENWICK Dronfield 1970-1975 Arthur SMALLMAN Rise 1924-1927 Doug FLEMING Queen's 1957-1967 Christopher SMITH Queen's 1969-1974 Robin FIELD Grove 1949-1958 Chris SMITH Manor 1962-1967 Peter GARBETT Manor 1942-1946 Peter SPEIGHT Manor 1939-1946 Bill GIBSON Manor 1950-1957 Jonathan STONE Dronfield 1972-1977 Alan GOMERSALL Grove 1951-1959 Robert A. STRATTON School/Manor 1935-1943 Earlam GRAHAM School 1932-1937 David TATE Rise 1941-1947 Nicholas GRAHAM School 1966-1976 Eric THOMPSON Manor 1939-1949 James HANSON School 1918-1921 David TURNBULL Manor 1957-1960 Richard D. HARDING Rise Hon. Secretary 1960-1966 Christopher WATSON Rise 1971-1976 John Trevor HARDING School 1933-1938 Helena WESTCOTTWEAVER Dronfield 1982-1984 Robert F. HARDING Master 1938-1974 Douglas WILLIAMSON Queen's 1976-1981 Kenneth HARPER Temple 1939-1944 Paul WITHERS Rise 1969-1974 James HARMSON Queen's 1969-1974

In conclusion, the organisers are greateful for the support they received and the club is indebted to Colin Quickfall and Bob Stratton who filled the gap left so suddenly by the tragic death of Keith RatclifTon July 3rd 1987. Hon. Secretary

It was noticed that members of the O.P. Club who were present, including the chairman, wore the O.P. ribbon either as a tie or as a rosette, and many O.P.'s possibly moved by envy, before the close of the evening tendered their names as subscribers, and, mark it defaulters, paid their subscriptions to the O.P. Club. The company broke up about half past ten o'clock, after a very enthusiastic meeting. The Hon. Sec. wishes to thank, on his behalf, many O.P.'s who, though unable to attend, expressed their good wishes for the success of the dinner and their intention to be present on a future occasion, and to add that he will be glad to receive the names and addresses of any O.P.'s resident in or near London who have not received invitations for the past dinner, or any who are about to settle there. The number of letters received by him renders it impossible to answer them all separately.

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73 The 1988 Centenary London Dinner Great Western Royal Hotel, Paddington Friday, 4th November (7pm for 7.30pm) The Hon. Secretary wishes to echo his predecessor's sentiments written in the last paragraph 100 years ago. And as Keith Ratcliff used to say...."Only the most exceptional excuses will be accepted and I've heard most of them!" (Our target this year is One Hundred to match the age of the dinner).

Answers to the Centenary Quiz Competition 1. Rev. G. T. Handford 11. Hockey & Cricket 2. Rev. H. M. Stephenson 12. K. G. Chilman 3. G. L. Davis 13. F. Pick 4. Rev. A. Raine 14. Sir Philip Morris 5. F. J. Wiseman 15. Rt. Rev. H. H. Williams 6. F. Mitchell 16. S. K. Kazerooni 7. Professor S. N. Parkinson 17. J. E. A. Brown (orienteering) 8. 10th November 1948 18. M. F. Gargan 9. Brig. C. C. Fairweather 19. R. D. Harding 10. S. G. S. Pawle 20. 1994 The following is reproduced from "The Peterite" of October 1888 Vol. IX No. 77 The Old Peterite Dinner Under the auspices of the O.P. Club this dinner was held in London, on the 28th June, at the Holborn Restaurant, with the Rev. Canon Elwyn in the chair, supported by the present Headmaster and H. J. Newbery (late of the Bengal Civil Service) as vice presidents. It may be noticed that since 1874 the O.P. dinner, which used to form one of the chief attractions in York for former members, has been discontinued, and great credit is due to the Committee, whose names we published in a recent number, for their courage in throwing themselves into the gap and consenting to act. Places were laid at the tables for upwards of forty guests, and although a combination of unfortunate circumstances prevented many who had promised to attend from being present, there was a sufficiently large muster of O.P.'s to justify the intention which was announced during the evening of repeating the experiment next year. Among other O.P.'s we noticed veterans like T. L. Chadwick, Chas. Haigh, the Rev. W Jackson, P. B. Lambert, J. Lumb, W. A. Meek, Professor Reinold, W. H. Sutcliffe, E. Walker, C. W. Watson, and W. W Whytehead, and all generations from 1855 downwards were well represented. After dinner the Chairman, in a few well chosen words, proposed the health of Her Majesty, with a graceful tribute to the memory of the late Emperor of Germany, whom he had had the honour of meeting during the Jubilee festivities of last year; and then passed onto the toast of the evening—St. Peter's School past and present. It would be difficult for an outsider to believe that our former headmaster is now more closely connected with the Charterhouse than with St. Peter's, so intense appears to be the interest still taken by him in our school, and every sentence uttered by him contained some allusion which shewed not only the memory of former days, but also the keen appreciation of everything done in recent years at St. Peter's—its games, its successes at the Universities and elsewhere, and even, shall we confess, its reverses. The Rev. G. T. Handford responded on behalf of present St. Peter's, and while acknowledging the responsibility involved in succeeding to the place of such a polished scholar as his predecessor, promised his best endeavours to place the school in the position which it ought to occupy not only in point of numbers, but also of successfully preparing its members to take part in the struggle of life. Sketching lightly the present position of the school, he touched more strongly on the importance of complying with modern demands in the work done, and urged the necessity of giving a more prominent place to modern languages and science. In conclusion, he spoke of the now approaching theatricals at St. Peter's, and the pleasure that he would feel in seeing as many old boys present as possible. A. J. Newbery, on behalf of the Old Peterites, regretted the stern fate which had just snatched the last speaker from us (Mr. Handford had left to catch the train for York), and expressed the pleasure which O.P.'s felt in meeting him. He then passed on to his own experiences at the school some thirty-six years ago, and his pleasure in revisiting it, when he returned home from India on furlough in 1872, in order to be present at the O.P. dinner held in York, a dinner which a most venerable Archdeacon was present for the first and last time in his experience. (This was explained to be a mistake, for although the reverend gentleman alluded to had on one occasion been induced to withdraw from his retirement and be present at an O.P. dinner, it was before 1872, and since then he has always successfully dissimulated his love for his connection with the school.) The speaker then feelingly dwelt on the difficulties experienced by an old Anglo-Indian coming home to enjoy the sweets of an Old Peterite dinner for the second time, and his disappointment when he found that there was no dinner to be had, while in the absence of any scions of his name at the school there was nothing for him to take an interest in except the sight of his own name, carved a generation ago, on the Sixth Form desk. Professor Reinold followed, and proposed th health of the Chairman, thanking him for his kindness in presiding. Although he had not had the pleasure of being at the school under Canon Elwyn, yet his connection with it had never ceased, and he had had many opportunities of observing the genial kindness shewn by him to all old boys, and the constant respect with which he was regarded by them. Mr. E. Walker seconded the toast, which was enthusiastically drunk with the usual musical honours. Canon Elwyn, in returning thanks, referred to the

74 distinguished careers of many of the O.P.'s present, and the affection with which he always regarded them. Amongst others he referred especially to Mr. A. Pollard and the good work that he had done while headmaster at the High School, Oxford. Evidence of this was furnished by the flattering testimonials received from all the prominent members of the University, from the master of Balliol downwards, and equally by the selection at Liverpool lately of Mr. Pollard from a crowd of distinguished candidates for a valuable appointment, although the final choice had not yet been made. The author, too (Mr. Hugh Moss), of several well-known plays was amongst us, and it would not be forgotten that, while he received his training at St. Peter's, the school owed to his care and ability the foundation of the annual theatricals which are now looked forward to so anxiously by all who have once attended them. The names of Ainslie, Barber, Chadwick, and Griffith were familiar ones at St. Peter's, and would be missed at a representative gathering of Old Peteritesj and in the number of distinguished lawyers present there was one at least (Mr. Y. Anderson) who gave good promise of soon attaining one of the most prominent positions in his profession. Men of science like Mr. W. North and Professor Reinold were sitting peaceably by the side of athletes like Messrs. Eyre, Mallinson, Jackson, and Ainslie, and so long as St. Peter's continued to turn out men like these, so long would it justify the pride felt in it by old boys. The Chairman afterwards proposed the health of the Hon. Sec, who had been the means of bringing us together; and the latter, in acknowledging the toast, urged the necessity of forming at once a working committee to make arrangements for the dinner of next year. He also spoke of the Old Peterite Club an the advantages of belonging to it, and expressed his willingness to receive subscriptions during the evening. After paying for the dinner there would be a balance in hand of 13s 6d., which, by permission, he would keep as the nucleus of a fund for next year's preliminary expenses. The last proposition was agreed to, and on the motion of Canon Elwyn a subscription was at once started and successfully floated to reimburse the O.P. Club for the expense incurred in printing, invitations, &c.

The Old Peterite Club North East Dinner The Dinner was held at the Hardwick Hall Hotel, Sedgefield, Co. Durham, on Friday, 29th April 1988, which 26 attended. The President, John Denison, proposed the health of the School, and the Headmaster responded. David Brown, the organiser, is still offering a special wine award to the first lady O.P. to attend this dinner, which next year will be held at the same venue on Friday 28th April 1989. Please contact D. L. Brown, "Ashcroft", Ashcroft Road, Darlington, Co. Durham DL3 8PD if you are not on his mailing list. Those present:

The President The Hon. Secretary R. M. Deas 1931-1936 G. M. Jobling 1961-1966 D. N. Simmons 1949-1953 (J. A. Denison) 1938-1942 (R. D. Harding) 1960-1966 C. C. Fairweather 1919-1922 R. L. Jobling 1954-1958 J. S. M. Thomas 1972-1976 The Head Master D. J. Bell 1952-1955 W. Graham 1943-1948 R. Pickersgill 1961-1966 J. H. Twizzell 1971-1976 (R. N. Pittman) D. L. Brown 1954-1961 J. R. B. Harding 1965-1970 W. E. Potts 1956-1960 R. M. Walker The Immediate Past President J. F. Brown 1960-1966 R. F. Harding 1938-1974 J. C. M. Rayson 1942-1947 J. Watson 1963-1966 (J. T. Harding) 1933-1938 J. Cooper J. B. Hart D. T. Rumfitt 1934-1939 D. G. M. Young 1955-1959

The Old Peterite Club East Riding Dinner The 29th East Riding Dinner was held at The Bell Hotel, Driffield on Friday 27th May, 1988, which 60 attended. The toast of "The School" was proposed by the President, John Denison, to which the Head Master replied. Colin Frank presided and Peter Atkinson did an excellent job once again in arranging another most successful and enjoyable evening. The 30th Dinner will be held at the same venue next year on Friday, 26th May 1989. Those present:

The President D. Browne R. Dee D. P. Johnston G. M. Shuttleworth (J. A. Denison) C. Burdass C. Frank D. Kirby P. M. Shepherd The Head Master J. E. Burdass J. A. Frank I. Leadham P. W. Shepherd (R. N. Pittman) J. V. Burdass J. Farnsworth S. P. Longthorp C Swires The Immediate Past President M. C. Burdass T. Fenton C Martinson C. W. Thompson (J. T. Harding) P. Burdass W. D. Gilliat P. B. Megginson A. Thornton The Hon. Secretary R. Burdass C E. Gilman S. Megginson E. G. Thompson (R. D. Harding) S. P. Burdass F. Gooder A. J. Nichols R. Tindall CM. Atkinson T. J. Burdass P. Gooder A. T. Nichols N. Tomlinson D. P. Atkinson D. Coles H. A. L. Golightly A. Penty D.Ward J. S. Atkinson D. G. Cummin R. C Hopkinson R. Pick P. K. Whittaker P. S. Atkinson C. C. Dee M. R. Hornby J. C M. Rayson B. Allan M. C. M. Dee S. M. Jordan P. J. Stephen

75 The Old Peterite Club Annual Dinner The Old Peterite Club Annual Dinner was held on Saturday, 2nd July 1988 in the School dining hall by kind permission of the Head Master. The toast of "The School" was proposed by G. H. Dodsworth. The Head Master, R. N. Pittman, replied and gave the toast of "The Old Peterite Club" to which the President, J. A. Denison, replied. The Club is once again indebted to Mr. Jackson, Mr Wogan and the School catering stafFfor the excellent meal. Those present:

The President V. M. Black R. H. Hubbard P. H. H. Moreton S. Ryder (J. A. Denison) R. A. Brindley W. M. Hudson N. Muirhead C. S. Shepherd The Head Master A. C. Brown D. Hughes L. Nelson D. O. Shepherd (R. N. Pittman) J. Burdass C. D. Hunter F. N. Newdick P. W. Shepherd The Immediate Past President G. R. Burn W. G. Huntley R. W. Oliver G. M. Shuttleworth (J. T Harding) D. Cole J. L. Hyde G. D. Parkin D. N. Simmons The Hon. Secretary D. G. Cummin D. P. Johnston D. Pearsall K. F Simpson (R. D. Harding) E. A. K. Denison M. J. Kent D. Pemberton G. D. Smith The Hon. Treasurer R. G. Depledge G. E. King-Reynolds K. R. Pemberton R. Stark (S. M. Burn) G. H. Dodsworth R. G. Langstaff J. R. Penty R. A. Stevens L. M. Armitage F. H. Fearnside L. C. Le Tocq T C: Rainford C. W. Thompson P. S. Atkinson G. Gildener I. Leedham E. M. H. Ranson E. G. Thompson M. Bainbridge C. Gilman P. A. Lockwood J. C. M. Rayson R. Webster R. R. Baldwin G. E. L. Graham N. J. Magson J. M. Roden N. M. Wilson H. Belchafnber R. F. Harding H. C. Marshall J. C. Rounthwaite F. W. Woodgrove M. Biller M. G. B. Hepworth G. F. B. Mitchell D. T Rumfitt S. J. S. Wroe

Deaths Collinson, P. H. Nix, John (Staff, '42^72) died in Rob, G. H., on 15th November Delgado, G. A., on September York on 21st August 1987, aged 1987. 19th 1988. 82. He was Second Master in St. Rymer, A. S. Emsley, D. J., Major. Olave's, and was elected to Simpson, G. R. Hearn, Sidney., in July 1988. Honorary Membership on Smith, Walter. Holgate, Eric, on 7th December retirement. Sproulle, M. I. H. 1987. Ogilvie, Douglas G., on 20th Steele P. M. Holliday, W. H. December 1988. Storey, S. H. (M. '47^52), on 30th Mountain, Rev. Geoffrey.; Pick, T. S. (Day Boy, W12) died July 1987. Honorary Curate of St. Edward aged 91. He was the younger Thompson, D. C. the Confessor, Dringhouses, York; brother of Frank Pick. In his will formerly Vicar of St. Paul's, York; he left a generous amount to the on 18th July 1988. School for a fund to encourage competition among pupils.

Obituaries Major David John Emsley David died suddenly on June 11th 1988 at his Droitwich home aged 40. He joined the Army from school and was commissioned at Mons into the Green Howards. He saw service with his regiment in Germany, Berlin, Cyprus, Berlize and Northern Ireland. On retiring from the Army in 1985 he became an Employment Consultant. He was a tremendously keen sportsman, having been a Schools Rugby English international, and excellent Tennis and Squash player and strictly a social Golfer. He had recently been a Wimbledon umpire. He leaves his wife Mary, and their two young children, Daisy (6) and Joe (3). We extend our sympathy to them all. Neil Sargeant We have had very sad news of the Sargeant family, Kevin ('64-69), Brendan '65^69) and Keith ('68-71). Their younger brother Neil (St. Olave's '67271) was killed on August 2nd 1988 in a helicopter crash in the Bay of Bengal. Neil, who was 29, was on his way home when the helicopter was caught in a tropical storm. He leaves a widow and two young children, Emma (3) and Mark (10 months). We extend our deepest sympathy to the family.

Notes 1. Old Peterite Club members are invited to submit to the Hon. Secretary any item which they would like considered by the Committee before their next meeting on Saturday, 26th November. 2. Congratulations to the Pandas Hockey Club on the occasion of their 25th Anniversary (a short report with results follows later). 3. The Annual Dinner at School and all the regional dinners are most enjoyable and convivial occasions. The Club is very grateful to all the area organisers and there are many O.P.'s who are most supportive. Do urge your contemporaries to join you and at least they will know someone there. Sadly, the Annual Dinner at St. Peter's was half its usual strength. If each O.P. present this year or last would contact

76 two others and persuade them to come along next year then all previous records would be broken! Regional dinners NEED your support. So, if you are reluctant to attend because you think that no contemporaries will be attending, then do contact a few of your old friends in advance. 4. The Newsletter serves a useful purpose, but the Club has run into trouble in the School office with the amount of paper work which this and other literature is producing. The Hon. Secretary is always pleased to hear from Old Peterites and he would like to thank correspondents for their interesting letters on various topics received during the year. 5. The Editor of "The Peterite" is always pleased to receive letters from the Universities.

The following are available from the Hon. Secretary, R. D. Harding, Hall Cottage, Foremark, Milton, Nr. Repton, Derbyshire DE6 6EJ. Please include the relevant postage stamp separately from the cheque, made payable to the Old Peterite Club.

Tie £3.50 Book £2.75 (plus 2 x 18p. stamps) Ladies Brooch £3.50 Centenary Spoon £2.00 The O.P. Club formal and O.P. informal ties can be obtained from the school shop.

O.P. Club Subscriptions A financial review of the Club has been undertaken. A significant outcome of this is an increase in the life subscription and a different method of collecting it, now on the termly account during the 5 year period of a pupil's time in St. Peter's. This is giving the Club a larger and more effective income and will allow such matters as our use of the school's administrative and secretarial services to be put on a rational and equitable financial basis.

5. K. Kazerooni (Rise 1930-1935) The Hon. Secretary has been in touch with "Kazzy" in Teheran and besides monthly letters telephoned him on Christmas Day to send greetings from the O.P. Club. In December an open letter was received from "S.K." to O.P. friends and whilst surviving missile attacks from Iraq, his first and last paragraphs read as follows... Dear Friends, "We have witnessed the passing of another year. Once more we have the opportunity to wish you a merry Christmas and a happy new year. In sending you seasons greetings we wish for you and your family joy, happiness, prosperity, and good health in the coming year. (There follows a month by month summary of events of unusual hardship and adversity). Tail piece: "The war continues. Confusion reigns throughout the world. Inflation is increasing and more commodities are scarce particularly medicine, otherwise everything is all right and we have survived another year. If we do survive 1988, we will let you know how we have fared. So let's hear from you!" (Signed) S. K. & A. K. Kazerooni (Khyaban Bahar, Khyaban Bakhtiar No. 10, Teheran 15746, Iran).

H. W. Richardson (O.P.) (killed in action 13th July 1940) A letter has been received from a Mr. Groendijk (P.O. Box 24, 9166 ZP Schiermonnikoog, Holland) who asks if any information can be given about Horace Richardson, who is buried in a Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery on an island off the North Coast of Holland. Mr. J. Groendijk is currently researching for a book and is keen to hear from someone who remembers him when at St. Peter's (Temple 1931-1936).

77 Club Property Pandas Hockey Club (Old Peterites)

Club Fixtures 1987/88 Easter Festival Pandas 6 Thirsk 3 Pandas 2 : Ben Rhydding 1 Pandas 1 : Cheetham Hill 1 Pandas 0 Harrogate 4 Pandas 1 : Harrogate 2 Pandas 1 : Hull YPI 2 Pandas 1 York 1 Pandas 1 : Scarborough 1 Pandas 2 : Bardsey 1 Pandas 2 York Trojans 3 Pandas 2 : Thirsk 2 Pandas 1 : Chesterfield 1 Pandas 0 York Wednesday 4 Pandas 3 : Rowntree Mackintosh Pandas 2 : Clangers 2 Pandas 2 Acomb 1 Confectionary Limited 2

A good season for the Club with over 40 old boys and current schoolboys making an appearance for the Club at some stage throughout the Season. As ever, although the results are important, the enjoyment and entertainment is still as important as ever. This was the Club's 25th year, the first trip to Bridlington as a Pandas side taking place in 1963 and we were pleased to have an excellent 25th Anniversary Dinner at which there was an attendance of some 50 Members. The Easter Festival was, once again, a fitting end to the Season and thoroughly enjoyed by all who attended. S. Mark Burn Easter Holidays 1928 In the twenties, I think, there were no school vacation trips. Three of us from the Manor decided to make one in the Easter holidays: "Pickers" (E. R. Pickersgill), "CD." (CD. Trimmer, whom I was to meet twenty-eight years later, with a D.S.O. commanding his battalion in Malaya), and myself "Hossie". We proposed to set off together and seek such jobs as trench-digging on a building site; but when I wrote of it to my parents, my father replied that it was not a good idea: if we were to get jobs, we should be taking them from working men who really needed the wages, as we didn't. So we changed the scheme: we would tramp the country, living rough - a phrase we hadn't then heard. The school atlas opened on a table between us, we grasped our hands around a pencil held vertical over it; with eyes closed, moved the pencil about and lowered its point to the map of England. Opened eyes found that our starting point was to be Grantham. On the day appointed and early in the afternoon, we met at the railway station there, CD. from Aberdeen, Pickers from near York, Hossie from near Sheffield. Each of us had over his shoulder a small haversack, to carry an extra pull-over and spare socks and possibly a small towel, with room left for - say - a pork pie, or a hunk of bread and some cheese. I cannot recall a raincoat, but between us we had a map of the Midlands. That showed, some thirty miles to the south-west of us and beyond Melton Mowbray, Charnwood Forest, which sounded pleasantly rural and sheltering: let's set off towards that. Now we had come to tramp, to walk, not to ride, along the quietest ways we could find (and in those days the busiest roads had less traffic than the minor roads of today). But after an hour or so along the fairly busy direct road in our set direction, we weren't relishing the prospect of walking into and through Melton Mowbray and out again. Then, while we were buying bread and cheese and some Melton Mowbray pies, a lorry driver in the shop asked us where we were heading, and said we could ride on his load as far as the town! Ecstatically, the load off our yet-untrained feet, we sprawled over his load of sand and were wafted into town. To get away from that, we took a local bus to the first village in our chosen direction. Asfordby is the name that floats from some store of memory like a bubble surfacing from muddy depths of a pond. By the time we were there, daylight was fading: we must find somewhere to sleep. There were rules for this expedition. We were not going to ride - those rides we'd had so far were just setting us on our way, didn't count. We were not going to sleep in a bed. We were not going to sleep under a roof - well, not in a house. So, where to sleep? Let me remind you, it was about Easter and the weather cool. Quite soon we spotted in a field a detached barn of sorts, and warily - not to offend any farmer - we reconnoitred it. It was lush with straw, and along one wall was a manger that would stretch to two straw-filled beds at least. But we thought we oughtn't to occupy it until deeper dusk when the farmer wouldn't be around again, so we turned back into the village to waste time and buy chocolate bars for supper. And, damn it!, as we approached the barn again, we saw at least one real tramp sidling into the half-closed door, and thought there might be more of them, and we didn't want to share accommodation on our first night especially. We turned away. When we found a haystack about the middle of a field, daylight had gone but the moon was climbing into a clearing sky. From the stack a corner had been cut, so there was a re-entrant angle into which we piled loosened hay for our beds. CD. and Pickers got themselves into the angle; I settled on the outer side. As planned, we'd put on the extra pullovers; the naked sky was over us; this was the real stuff of tramping! After a time, I noticed a little wind stealing around my end of the stack. The night was pretty cool. The hay was dew-wet and positively cold. That almost-full moon in that bare sky made things seem colder. Pickers and CD. seemed to be sleeping; I was too cold for it. There was a ladder leaning over us to the stack top. Perhaps I could get that down and lie on it, clear of the damp hay; that would be warmer, surely? With chilled hands I tried to wrestle the ladder away from the stack; heavy it was. And near its top was a scythe with its blade stuck into the stack and its handle alongside the ladder. As I yanked at the ladder, I realized that the scythe was over my sleeping companions; and as I yanked*again, the ladder turned a little and struck the scythe handle. It trembled, shivered shining from moonlight, up there and over them . . . and stayed where it was, a little looser in the stack. I got the ladder down, fought its weight to put its stackward end onto a pile of hay so that most of it was clear of the floor-hay, put my haversack across it for a pillow, settled down. 78 But the rungs of a ladder make a poor mattress. Instead of damp hay under me, I had the little wind chilling my under-side as it did my over-side. Precariously I turned and went on shivering. Then Pickers and CD. stirred and grumbled that they hadn't a hope of sleep while my teeth chattered so. About two in the morning, we moved on. About the edge of the village we found an open shed sheltering carts; so we got out of the moonlight and the little wind and into them. My cart had a nasty smell. But, squatting upright with arms clasped around bent knees, I could close my eyes and hope for sleep, or open them - admiring the now-brilliant moonlight - and acknowledge that there'd be no sleep that night. I could contemplate the awfulness of a week of such nights, and seek for way out of it that wouldn't be shameful. We were on the road again before dawn was much advanced, speechless zombies. There'd been just enough light for me to confirm that my cart's last load had been of farmyard manure. We trudged on, and as the eastern sky blazed we came on a grassy slope that came down to a cressy rill running clear and musically over a sandy bed. We threw haversacks down on the slope, and sat on their opened flaps. What were we going to do about this tramp? That night had been HELL! We all wished we'd tried it in the summer; perhaps we could postpone it until then? But, for me that was out of the question: I'd been a little defiant of my father about it, and if I didn't go through with it, he'd scorn me for funking it. I had to go on. And as we sat, the sun rose, lipped over the crest beyond our lane, to shine on us and sparkle on the singing stream and promise to warm us. We stripped off jackets and pullovers, and sluiced hands and faces in the cold clear water, and put on again the tweed jackets over the grey flannels that already were creased and baggy. We fetched pork pies from haversacks, and made breakfast in the benison of sunshine. Two or three rustics went along the road and called hearty good-mornings across the stream to us. Pickers remarked that anyway the natives seemed friendly in this foreign country, and we began to feel better and decided to try another day or two. During the afternoon we rested for an hour on a grassy bank in the sun: that might be our best tactic in this weather, we thought - sleep by day and walk by night. But the pattern settled itself that evening. Shepshed Bullring is the name floating up from memory this time, though I don't know if that was the place or the pub. It was beginning to get dark when we went into the humble low-ceilinged bar. We ordered pints of bitter, a drink that we fancied would make us seem older though to be honest we weren't much used to it nor liked it much. Quietly across the counter I chatted to the landlord. I suppose we were an unusual trio; he was interested in our tramping scheme and grew quite enthusiastic about it; so when I asked him if he had any ideas about where we might doss down, he puzzled a bit and then leant across and dropped his voice. There was a bus just along the road from his door, by a field hedge, broken down and standing there for some time; we could get into that - " 'twould be some shelter, any road", he said. As we finished our drinks, we nodded our thanks to him and went out. We hung about until the road was quiet and we could get into the bus unobserved, as he had suggested. (What was that about not sleeping under a roof? Well ... a bus roof - it's not a proper roof, is it?). Now sleeping in a bus - a local bus of these days, not one of your modern luxury coaches with softly-cradling high-backed seats - was no voluptuary experience. The seats were upholstered, with perhaps a miserly half inch of hard-packed horse-hair under stiff imitation leather; but the placement for the buttocks of two side-by-side passengers allows little scope for stretching out to fully-grown boys. You can - we tried it - find the length by stretching across two pairs of seats side by side, but there's that awkward gap of aisle between the seats: bridge that by bracing stomach muscles, and you can't go to sleep. (No better than a ladder!) If you sat upright, the backrest reached fully up to your kidneys, even beyond, so you couldn't lean backwards. Loll sideways, and your head impinged on the chill window-pane. Well, we coiled ourselves between seat-backs; we sat erect with chin on chest; we lolled; from time to time, we slept, for it was not as cold as in the carts or under the haystack. Night went by. Soon after dawn, quietly as suggested by the inn-keeper, we slid open the door and slipped out, made for the open land where we might brush with hasty steps the dews away to meet the sun upon the upland lawn. Again we tidied ourselves, broke our fast on bread and cheese or chocolate bars, and were ready for more of the trip. We'd seen nothing of that Forest, and must have turned away from where it should have been, though I can't fix any name or association. For our third night, the pub-keeper was as interested as the others had been, and CD. and Pickers theorized about the sob-stuff story I must be telling them. This man was friendly enough to hand us a key to a cricket pavilion that backed onto his yard, and we went in as soon as there was darkness. It was mainly filled with wooden benches, reasonably even in height so that they presented a platform some eighteen inches above the floor across which rats might run without disturbing us; and there was a heavy stiff tarpaulin that needed only unfolding in the near-pitch-darkness. With haversacks for pillows, we laid our weary limbs on the benches and hauled the tarpaulin over us for blanket: luxury! (Not under a roof? Well ... a cricket pavilion doesn't count.) We were going pretty well; not at John Hillaby pace perhaps, but as we meandered along country roads to keep aloof from towns, we must have been approaching twenty miles a day. The fourth night we spent at Crich, a village five or six miles south of Matlock in Derbyshire Dale country. Yet again the innkeeper seemed to like us and our scheme for a holiday, so I plied him with queries. Was there, for instance, a broken-down bus about . . or, say, a cricket pavilion . . . ? No. He was sorry, nothing like that; the only place he could think of was an empty attic, z/we could sleep on the lino. "Go up as soon as you like," he said, "Might find you an old army blanket, too." We finished our beer and went up. (Not under a roof? Not in a house? . . Well, it's not an ordinary house, really . . and it's on lino . .) By mid-afternoon, we were in Matlock, where my grandmother lived in a smallish house. I could hardly go through without calling on her, could I? For a little old lady, she had a strong personality. By the time we'd got through the meal she insisted on setting in front of us - hot tasty food, on plates, with knives and forks and spoons, reminiscences of some previous existence - and had drunk our tea or coffee by a glowing fire, we had been seduced

79 from Spartan infelicity. We had had enough of action and of motion, we . . there were tired eyelids upon tired eyes; we were fully in tune with Tennyson's Lotos-eaters contacted recently in English. So that, before a normal bedtime, a double bed readied and a mattress beside it on the carpet, we succumbed. (Oh, under a roof; and in a bed: we've done it this time! Goodnight.) But Matlock was no Lotos-land for us: another day, another night, were ahead. We positively marched, that day. Roughly northwards, but veering hither and thither along the emptiest of roads, we went twenty-two miles into the outskirts of Sheffield. Home for me was fifteen miles away. By telephone I got a message gently to my mother, that she'd have three extra for breakfast in the morning. Already the houses beside our last miles had been lighted, and we climbed into a lighted bus without a trace of guilt, for this was necessary if we were to catch the last train that would get us to our breakfast appointment. (The notion of doing another fifteen miles on foot through the night never entered my head.) We got down from the train at the station for my home village, just before midnight. Now, a shelter, a bedding- place for these weary limbs. In a siding rather too close to the Station Master's house, where a window was still lighted, were wagons, one a goods wagon with sliding doors, roofed. (Not under a r . . that's enough!) To slide open the door, its wheels trying to grate over a rusty track, took maddening minutes and much of our remnant energy; but we got in . . . and found the door on the opposite side had been open all the time. The flat floor of a wagon, without a hole for your hip, no tarpaulin for blanket, a crushed haversack for pillow, denies sleep to you, unless you are very tired. We slept. Cocks were crowing to a lightening sky when we climbed down from the wagon. We were only a mile from home. I led the way to a winding rabbit-alive lane musicked by blackbirds, that would divert us via a hamlet and make our way three miles. When the sun had got up, we spent an hour dozing under it, with our backs against an old lichen-encrusted stone wall bounding the cricket field, and then went on. And so, about eight we came down the long hill in the sunshine, to hot baths that thawed stiff joints, breakfast that sated hunger, and beds for hours and hours to draw the tiredness out of heads and limbs. We had not gone as far, or spent as long over it, as we'd probably intended. We'd not kept strictly to our rules. But we had made the trip. These sixty years later, I can recall nothing of the landscape or events of the days, only the nights. Hossie Old Peterite Club Members Joining 1988 Aspden Adele M., 19 Clifton Green, York. Y03 6LN. Fernie A. M., 1 Burrill Drive, Wigginton, York. Y03 8ST. Atkinson Stephanie J., 14 Westfield Court, Mirfield, West Firby M. A., Church Farm, Scackleton, Hovingham, York. Yorkshire. WF14 9PT. Y06 4NB. Bagley M. R. K., 39 West Street, Norham, Berwick upon Gibbs A. C, The Post Office, 25/27 Main Street, Tweed. Bishopthorpe, York. Y02 IRA. Ball-Dodd Catherine S., 62 Holgate Road, York. Y02 4AB. Gilman T., Cherry Tree Cottage, High Street, Clifford, Barlow S. R., Willow House, 19 Tadcaster Road, Wetherby, West Yorkshire. Copmanthorpe, York. Y02 3UL. Glover R., 24 Alwyne Grove, Shipton Road, York. Y03 6RT. Barnes P. R., Dean Lodge, Litcham Road, Mileham, King's Grace Jacqueline L., Bilbrough Grange, Bilbrough, York. Y02 Lynn, Norfolk. PE32 2PS. 3PH. Bell Nicola E., Field House Farm, Beeford, Nr. Driffield, Grainger J. D., 5 Station Road, Upper Poppleton, York. Y02 North Humberside. Y015 8AY. 6PX. Black S. R. K., Chestnut Farm, Sand Hutton, York. Y04 1LB. Green N., 8 Rtfighton Drive, Rawcliffe Lane, York. Y03 Bletcher T. R., 6 Church Lane, Appleby, Scunthorpe, South 6QH. Humberside. DN15 OAG. Grewer M. R., 129 Main Street, Askham Bryan, York. Y02 Bond P. S., Deighton Garth, Deighton, York. Y04 6HA. 3QS. Bramall Rebecca H., Tree Tops, Park Drive, Sprotborough, Hall R. M., Midway, Thorp Arch Park, Thorp Arch, Doncaster, South Yorkshire. DN5 7LN. Wetherby, West Yorkshire. LS23 7AP. Briggs M. E., Burn Cottage, 62 The Village, Strensall, York. Harrison Diane A., Hoton House Farm, Hemingbrough, Nr. Y03 5XA. Selby, North Yorkshire. Y08 7QF. Burdass I. W., Glebe Farm, Octon, Driffield, North Heslop Louise C, Orchard House, Sutton-on-the-Forest, York. Humberside. Y025 OEB. Y06 1DY. Burdon Denise C. M., Seven Oaks, Ox Carr Lane, Strensall, Hewitt J., 16 Hawthorne Close, Nether Poppleton, York. Y02 York. Y03 5TD. 8HP. Bryan P. C, 19 Deacons Court, Copmanthorpe, York. Y02 Hill C. J., 31 Grange Close, Skelton, York. Y03 6YR. 3TR. Hobson N. E., The Beeches, Sutton on Derwent, York. Y04 Butler M. R., 2 Middlethorpe Drive, Dringhouses, York. Y02 5BN. 2LZ. Honing W., 17 Sycamore Place, Bootham, York. Y03 7DW. Chippindale N. M., Kingsley Poultry Farm, Kingsley Road, Holt P.J.M., 34a York Road, Acomb, York. Y02 4LZ. Starbeck, Harrogate. HG1 4RF. Horton Julia G., Fir Trees, 38 Spofforth Hill, Wetherby, West Cole S. O., 20 Westfield Road, Tockwith, York. Y05 8PY. Yorkshire. LS22 4SE. Cowl Emma E., The Old School House, Alne, York. Y06 Hughes Lucy P., 1 Dovecote Drive, Ledston, Castleford, West 2HT. Yorkshire. WF10 2BA. Craven Joanna E., Orchard House, Hodgson Lane, Upper Hutchinson R. E., Prospect Farm, Yapham, York. Y04 2PH. Poppleton, York. Y02 6DY. Jackson R. W., Hollybush, Mire Syke Lane, Scotton, Craven P. A., 59 Strensall Park, Strensall, York. Knaresborough, North Yorkshire. HG5 9HW. Dent C. R., Grimston Cottage, Gilling East, York. Y06 4HR. James D., 43 Park Way, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire. Doncaster M. R., Woodend, 41 Skipwith Road, Escrick, York. HG5 9DW. Y04 6JA. Jackson S. A., Woodside Farm, Farlingon, York. Y06 1NA. Donoghue M. D., 12 Brockfield Road, Huntington, York. Kettlewell Rebecca A., Angels Way, Knedlington Road, Y03 9DZ. Howden, Goole, North Humberside. ON14 7ER. Durham N. P., 47 Heath Drive, Boston Spa, Wetherby, West Khanna Seema, 52 Station Road, Upper Poppleton, York. Yorkshire. LS23 6PB. Y02 6PY.

80 Kilby Mary-Ann, Hall Farm, Thorp Arch, Wetherby, West Prest Kathryn, Riverside, Ryton, Malton, North Yorkshire. Yorkshire. LS23 7AW. Y017 ORY. King Philippa J., 44 Wheatley Drive, Bridlington, North Proudley S. M., The Old School, Staveley, Knaresborough, Humberside. Y016 5TT. North Yorkshire. HG5 9LD. Kitwood Joanne L., 19a Beckford, Knedlington Road, Quickfall R. J. H., 34 Middlethorpe Drive, Dringhouses, Howden, Nr. Goole, North Humberside. York. Y02 2LZ. Klar Marianne, Clifton Croft, Greencliffe Drive, York. Y03 Renshaw J. N., 21 Dovecote Close, Horbury, Wakefield, West 6NA. Yorkshire. WF4 6DH. Lamb W. R. S., Walton Cross Cottage, Windy Bank Lane, Rich J. A., Dukes Cottage, 101 Main Street, Great Ouseburn, Hartshead, Liversedge, West Yorkshire. York. Y05 9RQ. Laverack J. M., Gladstone, York Road, Elvington, York. Y04 Richards Sophie V., The Green, Stillington, York. Y06 1JX. 5AR Robinson J. I., 7 Lowther Close, The Links, Billingham, Lean J. M., 1 Howe Hill Close, Acomb, York. Y02 4SN. Cleveland. TS22 5NX. Martin J. J. R., Manor Farm, The Green, Upper Poppleton, Robinson W. J., 2 Deacons Court, Copmanthorpe, York. Y02 York. Y02 6DF. 3TR. Mellor J. H., 32 River View, Boston Spa, Wetherby, West Sacco S. P., The Old Mill Hotel, Springwood, Ramsbottom, Yorkshire. LS23 6BA. Bury, Lanes. Midwinter Deborah F. L., Flat 3, 74 Cornwall Road, Sharrock Rebecca J., Cleve, Main Road, Grindleford, via Harrogate, North Yorkshire. Sheffield. S30 1HP. Mindenhall A., 9 Willow Croft, Westfield Lane, Upper Sowray R. A., Treble Sykes Farm, Helperby, York. Y06 2SB. Poppleton, York. Y02 6EF. Spence M. D., Laurel Bank Farm, Hungate, Bishop Monkton, MoodyclifTe T., 68 Moorgate, Rotherham, South Yorkshire. Harrogate, HG3 3QL. Morris S. L., Bradleigh, 298 Tadcaster Road, York. Y02 Stubbs J. D., 34 Church Drive, East Keswick, Leeds. 17. 2ET. Tatterton R. C, 53 Wilton Rise, Holgate, York. Y02 4BT. Muirhead N. D., Willowgarth, Beeford, Nr. Driffield, North Taylor R. J., 39 Monkgate, York. Y03 7PB. Humberside. Y025 8AY. Tonkinson R. B., Portland Farm, Elkesley, Nr. Retford, Mullins M., 85 Bagley Lane, Rodley, Leeds. LSI3 1JA. Notts. DN22 8AJ. Mutter Fiona J., School Cottage, Main Street, Sutton-on-the- Torlesse Ruth M., Treverbyn, High Street, Stillington, York. Forest, York. Y06 1DP. Y06 1LG. Nellis Sarah J., 4 Crooklands Lane, Haxby, York. Y03 8LD. Towers Catherine E., Crown Cottage, Colton, Tadcaster, Parr J. M., 4 The Orchards, School Lane, Helperby, North North Yorkshire. LS24 8EP. Yorkshire. Y06 2NR. Tozer M., The Coach House, Larpool Hall, Whitby. Y022 Patchett N. J., Westcliffe, 11 Daisyhill Lane, Bradford, West 4ND. Yorkshire. Tulley G. F., 2 Oakland Avenue, Stockton Lane, York. Y03 Pemberton G. N., Colby Cottage, 3 Hospital Lane, Clun, OBY. Shropshire. SY7 8LE. Willmott P.J., West Lea, 76 Middlecave Road, Malton, North Penty D. M., Glebe Farm, Bolton Percy, York. Y05 7AL. Yorkshire. Y017 ONQ.

Old Peterite Club Changes of Address Atkinson, D. P. Briarcroft, Kirkburn, Driffield, Gray, Bridget ('77-'79) 79 North Street, Martock, Y025 9DU. Somerset, TA12 6EH. Bywater, A. The Stables, Kents green court, Gray, Duncan G. M. (M. '80-'85) Orchard House, Callow End, Worcester, WR2 4UT. Delves Ridge, Darley, Harrogate, HG3 2RA. Chilman, Dr. T. The Miller's House, Bisley Herring, John C. M. ('48-'53) 5 Foxearth Spur, Street, Painswick, Stroud, Glos. GL6 6QQ. Selsdon, Croydon, Surrey, CR2 8EP. Clark, John G. f54-'58) and Clark, David T. J. F. Hodges, Andrew J. (S '62-'67) 126 London Road, (M. '78-'83) 146 Hangingwater Road, Guildford, GDI ITT. Sheffield, Sll 7ET. Howatt, Alan Tudor (Master '45-'69) from 6V2 St. Cowan, Andrew Spencer (T. '59-'67) Pembroke Peter's Grove, York Y03 6AQ. to 18 House, Gilgil, Kenya, Box 31. Petersway, York, Y03 6AR. Denley-Hill, Steven Konrad (St. O. & M. '53-'59) Huntley, William Gregson (R. '68-'72) 12 Barras c/o Manor House Fine Arts, 73-75 Pontcanna Drive, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear. St., Cardiff, CF1 9HS. Johnson, Dominic, J. G. via Hawthorn House, Duffield, Richard Paul (G. '79-'84) and Paul Bernard Lane, Green Hammerton, York, Malcolm (T. '47-'50) 15 Spen Lane, York, Y05 8BP. YOl 2BS. Lockwood, Fiona (Q. '86-'88) Dray Cottage, Main Fletcher, Peter Harvey (D. '67-'72) 128 Layston Street, Bishop Wilton, York, Y04 1RX. Park, Royston, Herts. SG8 9DY. Raley, Major R. M. E. c/o IRP Team Systems, Franklin, John Francis (R. '52-'57) P.O. Box 1178, Slater House, Worthy Down, Winchester, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia 21431. Hants. French, D. The Mount, Clarendon Road, Leeds, Robinson, Fit. Lt. A., R.A.F. (R. '70-'73) British LS2. Element, Berlin Air Safety Centre, B.F.P.O. Frost, J. R. (R. '38-'42) from 20 Seaview Avenue, 45. East Preston, Sussex, to 56 George Street, Skrentny, B. A. R. (S. '78-'83) Flat D, 31 Pocklington, York, Y04 2DQ. Southampton Row, London WC1. Goodwill, R. J. H. The Downe House, Parsonage Tidy, David William (T. '60-'65) 17 Main Street, Hill, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7PF. Findern, Derby, DE6 6AG.

81 News of Old Peterites Wentworth Ping, W. H. (R. '38-'42), has received the Warrant of Appointment as High Sheriff for South Yorkshire from the Queen in Privy Council. We congratulate him on receiving this honourable and historic commission. Burr, Jonathon. Since gaining a Flying Scholarship while at St. Peter's, achieved his Pilot's "Wings" on 1st September 1988. Chapman, C. C. S. (S. '50-'54), has been appointed a full-time member of the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority, for corporate development and finance. Cowan, Andrew Spencer (T. '59-'67), is Deputy Head Master of the British co-educational prep school in Gilgil, Kenya, a member of the I.A.P.S. 3 of his 4 children (the other being newly arrived) attend this school, Pembroke House. Drury, P. J. (T. '78-'83), won a First Class Honours in Part 2 of the Mathematical Tripos at Cambridge. Fletcher, Peter H. (D. '67-'72), has been appointed Senior Engineer in the practice of Brian Colquhoun and Partners (Consulting Civil Engineers) in Stevenage, and is acting as assistant computer manager for the firm. He now has 2 children, James (9/9/83) and Nicholas (27/9/86). Franklin, John Francis, (R. '52-'57), has been in Saudi Arabia for 5 years and holds the position of Executive Vice President of the Tahez Group of companies. Any Old Peterites visiting or living in Saudi Arabia are invited to make contact on Jeddah 665-3606. Gray, Bridget ('77-'79), is now working in Somerset in the Small Animal branch of a Veterinary Practice, having recently returned from a year-long "working holiday" including New Zealand, Australia, Thailand and Nepal. Gray, Duncan G. M. (M. '80-'85), passed the Regular Commission Board in 1987 and was awarded an Undergraduate Bursary. Sponsored by the 1st Battalion, Kings Own Royal Border Regiment, he is now studying at Oxford Polytechnic. Hodges, Andrew (S. '62-'67) was elected Mayor of Guildford for 1987/88. Huntley, William Gregson (R. '68-'72) and his wife Gill have a daughter, born on December 1st 1987. Kearsley, M. (S. late '40s) is currently the Director of Architecture with the Canadian Government. Lockwood, Fiona (G. '84-'86) is at Loughborough University studying Physical Education, Sports Science and Ecology. She has represented the Combined English Universities at Badminton all season, and has won Gold and Silver medals in both Ladies Doubles and Ladies Singles Championships at the English Universities and the British Universities Badminton Championships. Rayner, D. (G. '53-'59), formerly the Eastern Region's General Manager, has been appointed to the British Railways Board as Joint Managing Director (Railways) responsible for operations, engineering and production. He was made a full-time executive member on September 23rd by the Transport Secretary, Mr. Paul Channon. Raynes, E. P. (T. '58-'63) has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society. Robinson, Fit. Lt. A. (R. '70-'73) is now a member of the British Element of the Air Safety Centre of the Four Power Allied Control Authority in Berlin. He would be glad to welcome any Old Peterites who might visit Berlin, particularly current members of H.M. Forces. Skrentny, B. A. R. (S. H. '78-'83) is living in London, working with the Icthus Christian Fellowship in Soho. He is marrying Shirley Mitchell (cousin of an O.P.) on 30th July 1988.

Marriage Abbott, J. P. J. F. (G. '75-'79). The Marriage of Captain J. P. J. F. Abbott, B.Sc, R.E.M.E. to Captain Julia Hands, B. A., W.R.A.C, took place on Saturday 22nd August 1987 at the Parish Church of Huntleigh, Devon. Their address is now 1st Battalion, Grenadier Guards. B.F.P.O. 17.

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Phototypeset and Printed in Little Stonegate, York by Noel Richardson & Co. Ltd. Third Form Prize Essay "God, it's cold!" Pete moved in his thick overcoat, trying to warm himself. He stood, leaning against the rail, watching the waves slip up and down the side of the trawler. The blanket of thick, choking fog smothered the boat as it peacefully chugged along at a steady pace. The cigarette clenched between his teeth burnt slowly, calming him, or at least trying to. The words, "We shouldn't be here" rang in his head: the ever-present danger could be within metres of him. A knock on the window disturbed him. He turned round, annoyed that it was impossible to get a moment's peace, and stared vacantly at Alan who tapped again, signalling him to come back in. He stepped in and gasped as the warm air filled his lungs. "Okay, what?" Alan, his bearded face frozen, replied, "The sonar: I think you should hear it," and motioned for him to come. "Damn!" Again he listened. Again it was there. Within seconds the engines lay silent. Obviously he hadn't liked what he had heard - or at least that's what the rest of them thought. They interrupted their conversations, holding their cups halfway between the table and their mouths, sitting, waiting silently, frightened... Pete looked searchingly. "Could it be a wreck or something?" Alan shrugged. The rest of them reacted the same way as Pete and then fell silent again. It was a while before anyone said anything else - and even then, not the most intelligent of remarks. "What do they want with us? We're only fishermen." The others looked at him quietly until someone made it clear. "How do they know?" "What?" "That we're fishermen." The boy was still thinking about this when the other spoke again. "You can't see a bloody thing out there, and you can't tell we're fishermen on sonar, can you." Pete got up and left. Although he was captain he could not stop them getting at each other, and so he went back on deck to see if the weather had improved. The remaining stub of his last cigarette had been ground into the deck an hour ago. He sat on a capstan, looking anxiously at the sea - or at least as much of it as he could - looking for the source of that echo. Apart from that, he was worried about their position. They must have been drifting for hours. They could be anywhere. The weather had not improved. The fog was still there; so was the sea for that matter. The source of the echo was still there, and so was he. Unfortunately, where "there" was he didn't have a clue. Back in the cabin the crew sat in silence, glancing from each other to Alan as he stood, ear to the headphones, listening. They looked up as Pete entered. He knew by their faces there was still no change. T. J. C.

Sense of Proportion Bell rings Organ plays Choir enter. Sedately, majestically The Actor moves to centrestage. "Genesis. Chapter One, Verse One." (Act One. Scene One. In a Chapel) "In the beginning of creation...." (Lights. Enter the Average Man.)

"....Revelations. Chapter Twenty." (Act Five. Scene Five. A Funeral) '"He speaks: Yes, I am coming soon.'" (Exeunt. Chorus leave stage clear.) "Here ends the first (and last) lesson."

Bell Rings Organ plays Choir exit. (Fade. Exit the Average Man.) J. A. R. M. i Poem to Brian Patten from Jo's Sister There is a strange man asleep in my bed. I do not think we have met before. He lies there oblivious of my thoughts, Drunk of sleep's natural draught, Just as last night I...

Now I remember where he came from. A vague memory of pubs and people Floods back, just as soon daylight Will stir him from his reverie When he wakes drenched from his sleep.

I wonder where exactly he came from, And where he was planning to go When our paths met, too briefly. If I lift him carefully somewhere else Perhaps he will never remember me.

Already I have forgotten what strange whim Brought him back to swim in my bed. I cannot be bothered to think or reason. Knowledge' is more natural than thought. Deep inside he knows why he is here.

There is a man awake in my bed. A. M. F.

What Is Seen (...written after reading "Knots" by R. D. Laing) My good eye is better than my bad eye I can see twice as well With my good eye As I can with my bad eye When I close my good eye Everything goes blurred After a while I can see enough to get by When I open my good eye again Everything becomes clear Brilliantly clear

If I didn't have my good eye at all I would get by I would never know what "blurred" meant Everything would seem clear My bad eye would seem good Good enough

I know a man with a glass eye My bad eye is better than his glass eye His other eye is good enough to get by I wonder if things seem blurred to him I wonder if he wonders if things seem clear to me Or clearer I can't tell If we swapped my good eye for his glass eye He would be amazed I would not We can't do that He'll never know I will

ii I wonder how good my good eye is It's the best I know Before he met me The blind man's eye was the best he knew I wonder how good the very best eyes are I'll never know Someone might I have thought a lot about eyes I can't see any better But now I don't believe what I see As much

I hope you know what I mean How will you know? A. M. F.

lii N. Y. What if the irridescent butterfly decides to accidentally stray from the central diamond green and flutters around unseen amid skyscrapers white with coloured wings light then tires in flight above the city high it will fall to earth tall above the ground without even sound against the great car roar in that mechanical core of an automated empire governed by men of steel and fire with no time to care for a butterfly.

(This poem was 'Highly Commended' in the 14 18 age group in the York Festival Poetry Competition.) P. B. N.

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