Eric John Kennett

The OCC is saddened to hear the news of the passing of former club secretary, Eric Kennett.  

Eric passed away at the age of 94 peacefully in his sleep after a short illness in the early hours of Friday 12th December 2025 at the Edgehill Care Home in Swindon.

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Invictus exhibition opens at St Mary de Crypt

A new exhibition about a poem written by a Gloucester-born writer has opened.

The exhibition, at St Mary de Crypt in Southgate Street in the city centre,

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Richard Lloyd MBE

The Club is saddened to learn of the passing of Richard Lloyd on October 4th 2025. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.

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2025 Gloucester Santa Fun Run

Its that time of year again when former club president, Matt “Santa” Cass, hassles you all to spread the word regarding the #GlosSantaFunRun.

The 2025 Glos Santa Fun Run will be on Saturday 13th December 2025 at 9.30 for Registration ready for a10.30am start at Kings Square.

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OCC Clay Shooting Morning – 27/09/2025

The Club are offering members a 50% discount on a morning’s shooting at Hailes Clay Shooting on September 27th.

Please indicate on the form below how many places you would like to book.

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Michael Jones – 1948-1956

Sad to announce the passing of Michael Jones, a Gloucester lad who became a respected journalist and political commentator.

Michael was the first son of Glyn &

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Charlie Partridge (1964-1971)

We’re sad to announce the death of Charlie Partridge from cancer. He was at the school from 1964 x1971 and lived in the Longlevens area of Gloucester .

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The Cryptian Magazine 2024/25

The Cryptian Magazine is now available on line. Please follow this link for the full magazine.

Once again, the school has provided a lot of interesting and informative content –

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Founders’ Day Service and Supper

The Old Cryptians’ Club will be providing a light supper after the Founders’ Day Service at The Dick Whittington Pub, a short walk from the Cathedral from 8.30pm.

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Reunion Dinner report

Dear Cryptian,

I wanted to report back to you about the Old Cryptians Annual Dinner held on Saturday 29th March.

We had over 60 people attend from many different school years and I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank you all for supporting the event.

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