The history of the Arnold Embellishers
Founded in 1919 as a secret society with membership by invitation only, the Arnold Embellishers is now a thriving 'open' society with 164 members drawn from OEs, parents, staff and friends of the College.

Their subscriptions help to add to the beauty and dignity of the College precincts in such ways as the Governors might not feel essential or affordable.  Members subscribe annually whatever sum they see fit, generally not less than £10.  As the Society is a registered charity, most donations are enhanced through Gift Aid.

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Annual General Meeting
This took place at 12.30pm on Saturday 13 September 2008 following lunch at 12noon.  Eight new members were welcomed. They are John Alliban, Charlie Bostock, Bill Castellan, Bill Harper, Vivienne Harris-Jones, Chris Neighbour, John Peck and Brian Polden. Membership now stands at 164. Charlie Bostock and Robert Hall were elected to the committee. Forbes Wastie stood down and was thanked for his long and distinguished service to the Embellishers.

The committee (left to right): Charlie Bostock, Chris Nicholson,
David Thomson, Sarah Chu, David Stewart, Michael Partridge,
David Force, Forbes Wastie and Robert Hall

Contact the Arnold Embellishers
To apply for membership or for more details, please write to the Arnold Embellishers at the College's main address or contact:

Michael Partridge, Chairman
01323 451901   mp@eastbourne-college.co.uk

Chris Nicholson, Hon Treasurer and Membership Secretary
01789 491236   chrisnicholson2@btinternet.com

Suggestions for embellishments are always welcome.