Pre 1955 Reunion
14th May 2005
It is always a pleasure to return to College, and see how the present girls are doing, and soak up the Coll. atmosphere. In one way there aren't many changes from our day, but in another, the changes are enormous, particularly in the arts, IT, design etc, none of which were available to us then.
The day started with prayers, and it was pleasing to see how many Guild members had made the early morning trek to Cheltenham. The Principal, Vicky Tuck, gave us a very interesting talk, which I am sure was stimulating for the present girls, as well as reminding us of our past. Next time we are at prayers we hope the new organ will be in place: it will be very splendid. 
Then the get-together in Lower Hall. This year saw a change in the labels, not only could we read them without peering, but our maiden names came first, so we could find old friends without needing to know their married names; this is a huge improvement. A welcome cup of coffee, and we were ready for the rest of the day.
The prefects made the day so easy and welcoming for us, we were greeted at the door, and from there they were in attendance. The development office were very helpful and easy to spot with their bright flowers. The weather was kind to us, and we all enjoyed the current ambiance. 
There was so much to do, a talk by Miss Eveille, tours around Coll. taken by current girls, the new film, and last, but not least, a very well attended Guild AGM and, of course, talking to our old friends.
Lunch in the Princess Hall was a pleasure, the food was excellent as usual, and the service good, and the company excellent. It is good to sit anywhere, this way we can spend more time with our friends. After lunch we had a talk from the Principal, Vicky Tuck, and also from the Development Director, Jenny Tudge. At the end we felt we were truly up to date with the girls, and the future of College.
Then there was a chance to have tea in one of the houses, and many were able to go back to their old house. There the day ended, and then we all returned home, I am sure feeling we had had an excellent day at College, again.
Adeline Rucklidge ( Rawcliffe, 1950 - 55), 1950s Decade Representative.