Horris Hill Alumni

Horris Hill benefits from a supportive and committed alumni who form a valuable part of our history. For the benefit of our current pupils, and those of future generations, Horris Hill School is keen to maintain its traditions and culture through its Alumni. As such, we would be delighted to welcome any of our Alumni back to Horris Hill and extend a warm invitation to our annual events. 

In addition, we have an attractive alumni bursary offer available to new pupils, which can be viewed here.

For general alumni enquiries, please email society@horrishill.com or to enquire about a family member joining Horris Hill School, please email bursar@horrishill.com.

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Max Woosnam, 1900 - 1905

Max Woosnam in 1920

Born in 1892, Max Woosnam attended Horris Hill between 1900 and 1905. He went on to achieve huge acclaim in sport, including as Wimbledon Doubles Champion, Manchester City football captain, an Olympian and cricketer. Woosnam is sometimes referred to as the 'Greatest British sportsman' in recognition of his achievements and skill.

Douglas Jardine, 1910 - 1914

Douglas Jardine

Douglas Jardine was a British cricketer who played 22 Test matches for England, and is perhaps is best known for captaining the English team during their successful 1932–33 Ashes tour of Australia. During his final year at Horris Hill, the school’s first eleven remained unbeaten under his captaincy.

Richard Adams, 1926 - 1933

Richard Adams

Born in Newbury, and attending Horris Hill between 1926 and 1933, Richard Adams went on to become a highly esteemed writer and novelist. His works include Watership Down and The Plague Dogs.