A Memorable Evening at the 2026 OC Annual Dinner

23 Mar

Last week, Old Cholmeleians of all generations gathered at the Royal Air Force Club, Piccadilly, for the much-anticipated OC Annual Dinner, a cherished highlight of the OC calendar. Thank you to William Wass (WG 1987) the OC Dinner Secretary, for organising the evening.

Hosted in the RAF Club’s elegant surroundings, the evening began with a warm welcome and a lively drinks reception, offering OCs a special chance to reunite, reconnect, and meet new faces from across the decades. The atmosphere was vibrant, friendly, and full of the distinctive camaraderie that characterises the OC Society.

Guests then enjoyed a superb three course meal, as conversation flowed easily across the long tables, as old friends reunited and new connections were made.

A focal point of the evening was the address by Guest Speaker, Keith Oliver (HG 1974), Head of International at Peters & Peters and one of the UK’s foremost civil fraud and cross-border litigation specialists. Recently ranked in the Legal 500 Hall of Fame, Keith touched on some of the highlights of his career, leading major international asset recovery work, as well as sharing stand-out memories from his time at School. His talk was both engaging and enlightening, offering insights into global litigation and the evolving challenges of international law.

The Annual Dinner continues to be a treasured tradition within the Old Cholmeleian Society, bringing together OCs from far and wide. With OCs of all ages attending, and partners warmly welcomed, the event once again showcased the strength and spirit of our global network.

We extend our thanks to everyone who joined us this year, helping to make the 2026 OC Annual Dinner a truly memorable celebration.