Wellington College Celebrates the Official Opening of Elizabeth House by HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh

Published by Wellington College on Friday 6th of June 2025

On Tuesday, 13 May 2025, Wellington College proudly welcomed Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Edinburgh to officially open Elizabeth House, the College’s 18th boarding house and its first co-educational Sixth Form House. 

Elizabeth House is named in honour of Queen Elizabeth II, whose enduring relationship with Wellington College is a cherished part of its history. The House name reflects the values of service, duty, and leadership that defined her reign and continue to inspire the College community. 

The Duchess was received by His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of the Royal County of Berkshire, Mr Andrew Try, and introduced to The Master, Mr James Dahl. She met key members of the College leadership team and the Elizabeth House community, including Housemistress Mrs Emmie Bidston, Vice President and Chairman of Governors Mr William Jackson, Second Master Mrs Cressida Henderson, and Group Estates Bursar Mr Ed Wai.