7th March 2026 – 6:30pm for 7:30pm
The Boston & County Club,
Park Gate, Boston, PE21 6RL
This year’s guest of honour will be Simon Dickinson (BGS 1986-91)
A group of former BGS Jazz Band members will provide entertainment
Reconnect and celebrate at The Old Bostonian Association Annual Dinner 2026
Calling all former Boston Grammar School students and staff!
This year’s OBA dinner is your unmissable chance to reconnect with old friends, colleagues, and teachers. Mingle with fellow alumni, share stories, and catch up on life.
- Guest of honour: Be inspired by Simon Dickinson, a BGS old boy who made a career in driving for major motor manufacturers, as he shares his remarkable journey and insights.
- Optional school tour: Take a nostalgic walk down memory lane during the afternoon even if you can’t make the dinner.
- Bring a guest: Introduce your friend or family member to your old school.
- Meet your teachers: BGS staff and former staff expected to be present at the dinner include: Ron Abbott, Luke Anderson, Richard Anderson, Rod Dunn, John McHenry, Luke Morris
- Enjoy the music: Special for this year, a group of former members of the BGS Jazz Band will be present to provide entertainment before the meal.
Simon Dickinson (BGS 1986-91) – 25 years of driving for Aston Martin, working with the Bond franchise and overtaking Lando Norris
After attending BGS between 1986 and 1991 his “very average” motor sport career opened the door to working for over a dozen major motor manufacturers, but mainly for Aston Martin, doing something he had a passion for: driving.
This led to him working all over the world at test tracks and motor sport circuits, setting up new Aston Martin dealerships, meeting celebrities and being involved with the promotion of the Bond franchise.
Aston Martin’s re-entry into Formula One with Red Bull Racing in 2017 led him to driving on Grand Prix weekends, demonstrating road cars alongside F1 drivers including Verstappen, Alonso, and Norris.
Join us at the OBA dinner and hear Simon Dickinson share his remarkable story
The dinner will take place at The Boston & County Club on Saturday 7th March 2026.
The school will be open for former pupils and staff together with their guests to tour on the afternoon of dinner day. Arrive between 1pm and 2:30pm (doors close at 3pm) at the Rowley Road entrance to the school. If you wish to visit the school, please send an email to OBAmembership@gmail.com by 21st February, providing your name and the names of any guests.
Details
Dress code: Lounge suits
Tickets £37.00 each
The dinner is open to former students of Boston Grammar School together with current and former members of staff at the school. You do not have to be a member of the Old Bostonian Association. You may also buy a ticket for a guest who need not have connections to BGS.
You may order tickets for the dinner using the form at the bottom of this page and pay with your credit or debit card via Stripe. Alternatively contact treasurer@bostonian.org.uk for further information, to request special dietary requirements, or to pay by BACS or cheque.
OBA ties will be available for £15 (payment in cash) on the night.
Menu
Starter
tomato and basil soup (v, ve)
traditional prawn cocktail
pâté with melba toast
Main Course
roast turkey with trimmings
salmon fillet with chive and white wine sauce
butternut squash and pearl onion tarte tatin (v, ve)
All main courses served with potatoes and seasonal vegetables
Dessert
sticky toffee pudding with custard
lemon cheesecake with berries
a selection of cheeses and biscuits
(vegan alternative available on request)
Followed by coffee or tea
There will be a licensed bar
ve – Vegan, v – Vegetarian, gf – Gluten Free
Food intolerances can be catered for if notified in advance
If you have special menu requirements please use the email option
rather than the online form for booking tickets
Order form
Ticket orders are now officially closed. If you would like to enquire about late availability, please send an email to treasurer@bostonian.org.uk
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