St John's Events

We would be delighted to see you at one of our upcoming alumni events!


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Secret Gardens of St John’s College
Friday 5 May 2023, 2-4.30pm

Our college gardens will be open for all members of our college community; students, staff, college mentors and visitors for cream tea, tours of the garden, and talks on our history and heritage. 

Tickets are £5

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St John's London Alumni Drinks
Thursday 11 May, 6-9pm
Donald English Room, Central Hall Westminster,  London SW1H 9NH

This will be David Wilkinson’s final alumni drinks reception before he moves on from his role as Principal. He will be saying a few words at 8pm. We will offer a glass of sparkling or soft drink and the bar will be available.

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JMS BBQ
Monday 5 June 2023

As is quickly becoming tradition, John's Music Society begin the annual summer events programme by hosting a wonderful afternoon of music in the gardens. A barbecue will be available alongside.

Booking coming soon


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John's Pride
Friday 9 June 2023

John's Pride returns for 2023! Join us for a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community. Previous Prides have featured mocktails, cocktails, face paints, speakers, bands and even a drag DJ.

Booking coming soon


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Brewfest 
Sunday 11 June 2023

The John's Bar team brings you Brewfest 2023! Expect ales, lagers, ciders and cocktails on offer, with superb live music, John’s traditions and delicious food alongside. 

Booking coming soon


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John's Day
Wednesday 14 June 2023

The action-packed annual celebration of all things John's is open to all members of the community to attend, including alumni. Expect live music, inflatables, food, drinks and a party feel in what is sure to be one of the highlights of 2023.

Booking coming soon




Reunion: 50 Years of Women at John's
Friday 30 June - Sunday 2 July 2023

A residential weekend reunion for all the graduates of 1976 and 1977, with partners/spouses. Come back to St John’s to meet up with old friends, reminisce, enjoy tours of College, croquet on what is left of Cranmer lawn, picnics, and a three-course black tie dinner with a drinks recpetion on Saturday 1 July. St John’s College offers B&B accommodation subject to availability, and if you prefer to arrange your own accomodation, you can book for the dinner only. Email johns.alumni@durham.ac.uk for more details and to request the booking form.
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Alumni 5 and 10 Year Reunion
Friday 1 – Sunday 3 September 2023

A residential weekend reunion for all the graduates of 2012, 2013 and 2018. Come back to St John’s to meet up with your year, check out what’s new, and enjoy a three-course formal with a drinks reception on the Saturday. St John’s College offers B&B accommodation subject to availability, and if you prefer to arrange your own accommodation, you can book for the dinner only.

Email johns.alumni@durham.ac.uk for more details and to request the booking form.



St John's College
3 South Bailey
Durham
DH1 3RJ

0191 334 3500

johns.alumni@durham.ac.uk