Sixty years ago in September 1959, five boys from Kingham Hill School, a school master and another member of the crew were all lost at sea whilst on a sailing trip aboard the Rohilla. On Sunday 22nd September, Hillians gathered together to hold a memorial service, share their thoughts and pay respects.
Headmaster Revd Nick Seward led the service and Jerry Rudman (brother of Matthew who was one of the boys lost), read from Ecclesiastes.
Some who attended the service hadn't seen each other since 1959 and were able to catch up over lunch in what proved to be a bittersweet and heartwarming time together.
A memorial plaque in the School Chapel pays tribute to the following boys and men who were lost aboard the Rohilla:
David Earle, Anthony Gould, Robin Green, Peter Knight, Matthew Rudman, Colin Noble (Master), John Clewett (Member of Crew).