Now that a few signs of Spring are on the way and everyone is starting to rouse from hibernation, we would like to remind you of upcoming events in The Alumnae Calendar for the year ahead:
London Networking Event in the City – Thursday 26th February 2026 - Joint event with the Old Bedfordians offering a chance to catch up and network.
Alumnae Speaker Series with Dr Jill Berry (Headmistress of DAHS 2000-2010) – Tuesday 3rd March 2026 – Jill will be talking about her pursuing her love of writing, focusing on moving from writing about education to writing fiction.
Bold Beginnings with Rachel Gentry (BGS Governor) – Wednesday 22nd April 2026 – Rachel will be leading a practical webinar aimed at our university-aged alumnae, designed to equip them with the confidence and competence to familiarise themselves and excel in today’s online recruitment assessment landscape.
Nottinghamshire event at the Museum of the Horse hosted by Sally Mitchell (née Keane, BHS 1964) – Sunday 26th April 2026 – An afternoon tea and an exclusive private tour led by Sally of her museum, the Museum of the Horse.
160th Bedford Regatta – Saturday 9th May 2026 – The Alumnae will be occupying their usual hospitality position on the banks of the Great Ouse offering a selection of sandwiches, cakes and Pimms. Come along and cheer the BGS rowers on!
DAHS Class of 1973 Reunion – Saturday 16th May 2026 - Lunchtime reunion in Aylesbury.
Silver Tassie Alumnae Golf Competition – Monday 1st June 2026 – To be played at the Berkshire Golf Club.
Alumnae Coffee & Cake in the Junior School - Monday 8th June 2026 - A chance to meet other JS alumnae mums and grandmothers.
Work The Room – Wednesday 17th June 2026 – Our annual Year 12 business networking event. Please let us know if you would like to be part of our networking evening.
The Alumnae Friday Night Memorial Games – Friday 4th September 2026 – A wonderful start to the school year playing Hockey, Netball and Lacrosse matches in Memory of Sarah Raven (née Fisher, BHS 2004 and PE teacher at DAHS & BGS) and Miss Joan Gibson (former Head of PE at BHS 1951-1972)
The DAHSA Annual Reunion for all Eras – Saturday 12th September 2026 – An afternoon tea with tours of the school, also incorporating mini reunions for the Classes of 1974 and 1986.
For further details and details of how to book, click here. We look forward to welcoming as many of our alumnae community as possible throughout the year.
