Les Needham RIP

Dear Old Askean Assocation Member,

I have sad news that Les Needham, our most senior Association member, died on 28 September at the grand old age of 102.

I give you details of his funeral, which will take place at 12noon on Wednesday, 6 November at Beckenham Crematorium, Elmers End Road, BR3 4TD. Refreshments will be served afterwards at Langley Park Golf Club.

Les’s family have requested no flowers, but donations in Les’s memory are invited for the Royal British Legion. 

These can be sent to N S Wibberley Funerals, c/o Victoria Keen, 280 High Street, Beckenham, BR3 1DY.

Alan Bolton

Membership Secretary

Advance Notice – 150 years of “The School”

Formal Dinner to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the founding of the school. Date confirmed as Thursday 6 November 2025, venue Haberdashers’ Hall. A black tie event.

November 2025 at Haberdashers Hall.

Black tie, further details to follow. If interested please contact Roger Goodman to book a place at roger1.goodman@btinternet.com

Early booking essential as limited place