Upcoming Events 2025/2026
Throughout the year we have pleasure inviting our alumnae community to join us at school for a number of events including Open Days, music concerts, networking events and significant sports fixtures, as well as bespoke alumnae events, held both at BGS and other venues. Dates will appear in the calendar when details are available. We look forward to welcoming you.
Class of 2024 Reunion Drinks - Friday 5th September 2025, 5.30-7.30pm
Late summer drinks and nibbles in the beautiful setting of the Sensory Garden.
DAHSA Reunion for all eras - Saturday 13th September 2025, 2.00-5.00pm
A lovely occasion for all former students to get together over tea, cake and tours of the school.
Alumnae Speaker Series - Alice McIlroy, Wednesday 19th November 2025, 7.00-9.00pm
Alumna, Alice McIlroy (previously Coubrough, DAHS 2006), has recently released her debut novel, 'The Glass Woman', a psychological thriller and cautionary tale about a female scientist who trials a pioneering AI brain implant. It explores themes of autonomy, memory and identity. The novel has been well received and has been reviewed in The Guardian, New Scientist and Irish Times.
Following school, Alice read English at the University of Exeter, before completing a postgraduate in Law and the Faber Academy’s novel writing programme. Her writing has been longlisted for the Stylist Prize for Feminist Fiction and Grindstone International Novel Prize, and her articles have been published in BookBrunch, The Author, CrimeReads and Shots Magazine. She teaches creative writing and works for a literary scout.
Alice will be joining us on the evening of Wednesday 19th November 2025 at 7.00pm, to talk about her book and journey into writing. There will also be an opportunity to buy a copy of Alice’s book on the night.
Tickets are priced at £2 per person and will include light refreshments. To book your place.
www.alicemcilroy.com
Alumnae Event in North Nottinghamshire - Sunday 26th April 2026
You are warmly invited to an Alumnae Gathering on Sunday 26th April 2026, hosted by Sally Mitchell (née Keane, BHS 1964) at her award-winning Museum of the Horse in Tuxford, Nottinghamshire. Located in a beautifully restored Georgian coaching inn and former posting house, The Museum of the Horse offers a unique glimpse into equestrian history through Sally's remarkable private collection, which spans over 2000 years. The museum is also home to Sally Mitchell's Gallery, featuring original paintings, limited edition prints, and greetings cards. Located just off the A1, with ample parking and good train links, the museum is very accessible to large parts of the UK.
The afternoon will include a delicious afternoon tea and an exclusive private tour of the museum, personally led by Sally. Tickets are priced at £12 per person. The event is open to all alumnae and their families. Please book your place.
We hope you can join us for what promises to be a fascinating and enjoyable afternoon in wonderful company.
For further information and to book your place on to any of these events please contact Emma MacKenzie in The Alumnae Office.