Sedbergh Association 500th Anniversary Dinner at Lord’s Cricket Ground
The Sedbergh Association was delighted to welcome over 160 Old Sedberghians, present and former parents and staff, and friends of the School to the 500th Anniversary Dinner at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground on Friday 3rd October.
This marked the Association’s first event at Lord’s, and the venue proved a perfect choice to honour Sedbergh’s proud cricketing heritage. Guests enjoyed a wonderful atmosphere in The Long Room – one of Lord’s most elegant dining spaces, overlooking the iconic pitch – a fitting backdrop for an evening of reunion and celebration.
The evening began with a warm address from Headmaster Dan Harrison, who shared positive news about the School’s continued success and vitality in its 500th year. Chris Mahon, Assistant Head (Pastoral) and former Director of Cricket, followed with a thoughtful reflection on Sedbergh’s cricketing legacy and the enduring role of sport in School life. He then led a captivating Q&A session with Old Sedberghians George Hill (W 2014-19; now at Yorkshire County Cricket Club) and Tom Aspinwall (W 2015-22; now at Lancashire County Cricket Club), with the discussion ranging from their experiences playing at Lord’s to the ways Sedbergh shaped their careers.
The dinner also marked the official launch of the Sedbergh School whisky, a special limited-edition release created to commemorate the School’s 500th anniversary.
Despite an impending storm outside, the mood in the room remained warm and vibrant. Guests enjoyed delicious food, lively conversation and the opportunity to reconnect with friends old and new.
A heartfelt thank you goes to everyone who joined us and to all who have supported the Sedbergh Association throughout this milestone year. The dinner at Lord’s was a wonderful reminder of the strength, pride and camaraderie that unite the Sedbergh School community!