Tag Archives: Octavians Athletic Club

ROBERT HAY, 1938 – 2022

Posted on May 13, 2022 by administrator

ROBERT LAWRIE HAY Well respected surgeon, international athlete, golfer and musician, b. 19 November 1938; passed away on 30 March 2022 at the age of 83. An Edinburgh man, he competed in athletics for Edinburgh University, Heriot’s F.P. AC and … Continue reading →

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George Thomson

Posted on May 9, 2022 by administrator

The funeral of George Thomson, one of the last of our diminishing number of original members, will be held at Mortonhall Crematorium, Edinburgh, on Friday the 20th of May at 11am. A good turn out would be appreciated.

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Reunion Lunch 2022 Photos

Posted on May 3, 2022 by administrator
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Reunion Lunch 2022

Posted on February 1, 2022 by administrator

Please be advised that plans are being made to hold a reunion lunch on the 25th April at Bruntsfield Links Golfing Society Barnton Avenue, Edinburgh. If you aim to attend, get in touch through the usual channels. More to follow … Continue reading →

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Reunion Lunch 2021

Posted on November 22, 2021 by Johnny Jones

After unsuccessful attempts to arrange our annual reunion lunches for 2020 and 2021, we managed to gather together on Thursday 18th November 2021 at Edinburgh Sports Club, for lunch. (Photos courtesy of Dougie Flett)

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13th September Re-union Lunch Cancelled

Posted on September 12, 2021 by administrator

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we have had to cancel the Reunion Lunch at Bruntsfield GC, scheduled for the 13th September 2021 at the last minute.

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Jack Jones – new career at the age of 85?!!

Posted on August 22, 2020 by Johnny Jones

From the 1960’s seen here with some fellow Octavians And here pole vaulting in 1965 To the present of 2020, where he has started out on a new career as an Author. We will all do our best to support … Continue reading →

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Website is ‘live’ again!

Posted on July 18, 2020 by Johnny Jones

After many months in lockdown while waiting for the Coronavirus pandemic to pass, there will have been plenty opportunities taken to dig out old photos and memorabilia from ‘days gone by’. Feel free to send copies here, to share with … Continue reading →

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Update regarding Reunion Lunch

Posted on June 15, 2020 by administrator

Regarding the proposed Reunion lunch and the COVID19 pandemic, we thought it best to provide an update. The safety of everyone involved, from the staff at the Bruntsfield Links Golfing Society to you and your family is of utmost importance, … Continue reading →

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Roy Wilkie

Posted on March 6, 2019 by Johnny Jones

We regret to announce the passing of Roy Wilkie on the 25th February 2019. Roy was the first secretary of Octavians Athletic Club. The funeral will be held at Warriston Crematorium, Edinburgh, at 11.30am, 13th March 2019.

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