Richard Bacon
I was watching one of those programs (on SKY I think) where celebrities talk about their school days. One of the celebs giving his views was Richard Bacon (of Blue Peter fame). He stated that himself and the McKay brothers (Andy and Mike, founders of Manumission, Ibiza) were the only famous old boys to Attend Worksop College over the last 20 years. Whilst this is not entirely untrue, he did state that in ye olde days Worksop had produced England cricket captains and Prime Ministers, which is not entirely correct. Has Richard been on Wikipedia and got things around his neck?!
- Ken Knight (Fluer de Leys ) was Winston Churchill’s Education Minister.
- Norman (Nim) Hall (Shirley) captained England at Rugby in the 1950’s.
- Ken Farnes (MCR) was an England international cricketer in the 1930’s.
Without wanting to be too anal, I think it is only fair that people know the truth! Incidentally Richard Bacon lives in Belsize park, the same as me - I wouldn’t mind betting that we are the only two Old Worksopians in the area!
Rachel Allen said
am March 22 2009 @ 7:13 pm
I am trying to trace Jefferey Whittle who was 20 in 1967. He apparantly went to worksop college and had an appitude for rugby and languages. Would you have any infomation you could help me with.? Thankyou.
Martyn Cleasby said
am April 5 2010 @ 7:34 pm
Not to mention Marcus Vere of Pelham - lead singer of Living in a Box.
Trust Richard Bacon to claim all the glory!!