VE Day – remembering our fallen Academicals

On the day that our Nation marks the 80th Anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day,  closer to home the Academical community remembers those brave former pupils who gave the ultimate sacrifice to free Europe from the tyranny of Nazi Germany. …

Our Congratulations to…

We at The Academy would like to take a moment to offer our sincere congratulations to the following future brides: Laura Williams (Class of 2014) Laura was proposed to by her boyfriend, Stephen Brennand (pictured below) whilst on a private…

Remembering Former Staff Member, Rob Littlefield

Rob Littlefield’s sudden death came as a great shock to his family, friends and ex-colleagues. Proof if any were needed as to how much loved and respected he was evident in the wonderful turnout for his Thanksgiving Service in the…

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The Jack Buchanan Story

Jack Buchanan was truly, a generational superstar. He graced many an international stage with some of the finest names in film and theatre, making it all the more exciting that he once graced the grounds of The Glasgow Academy. So…

Remembering Kennedy Howden (Class of 1959)

By life-long friend and Academy classmate, Iain Christie. Kennedy Bower Howden, class of 1959, died suddenly in hospital on January 16, 2022. His wife of 54 years, Dorothy, survives him, as well as son Ian, daughter Lindsay and three grandchildren.…