The Old Askean Association
We have received the following from Brian’s son:
I’m sorry to inform you that Dad, Brian “Kipper” Keepax passed away Xmas Eve. Though he hasn’t been up to the Club for many years now due to suffering with dementia Askeans was a big part of his life.
He had a good life and reached the ripe old age of 90. It was his time.
Old Askean City Diners Lunch is back. We are meeting again on Friday 23rd January 2026 at The Mudlark by London Bridge and Southwark Cathedral. We will be meeting in the bar on the ground floor from Noon before heading up the stairs to our private dining area at 1:00 pm.
Please see below the menu options, vegetarian options are available. 2 Courses costs £41.95 and 3 Curses £48.95, both including wine.
STARTERS
Tomato & Basil Soup and toasted rustic ciabatta
Scottish Smoked Salmon with crispy capers and toasted rustic bread
MAINS
Garlic Chicken Schnitzel with skin-on fries & pickled red onion salad
Pan-Roasted Salmon Fillet with crushed baby potatoes, broccoli with a white wine butter sauce
DESSERTS
Double Chocolate Brownie with ice cream
Zesty Lemon Tart with berry coulis and whipped cream
If you wish to attend (you may invite male guests too), please drop me a line (homewood.steve@yahoo.co.uk) confirming your menu choice and send your payment to the OA City Diners bank account. I do hope you are able to join us and look forward to breaking bread with you once more.
May I take this opportunity to wish you and yours a very Happy New Year and I look forward to seeing you at The Mudlark
There will be another Informal Drinks session at the Market Porter, 9 Stoney Street,
London Bridge, SE1 9AA (at Borough Market). We will be gathering from about 3pm until ………………………!! Just turn up and bring friends.
Over 120 ‘Old Boys” and ‘Old Girls’ with honoured guests, gathered at Haberdashers’ Hall on the evening of Thursday 6th November to celebrate and mark the 150th Anniversary of the opening of the schools at the Hatcham site in New Cross.
It was a splendid affair enjoyed by all. The following photos give some idea of the splendour of the occasion.
The informal gathering for drinks tomorrow, Friday, 17 October has had to be relocated. It was due to be at the Mudlark pub, but that’s closed for refurbishment.
The gathering will now take place at The Market Porter pub, close by.
The Market Porter is in Stoney Street, first on the right along Southwark Street from the London Bridge end. The pub is on the left heading north towards the river.
The funeral took place today, Wednesday 8th October 2025, of Past President Dennis Johnson, 26th April 1936 – 25th August 2025. It was standing room only at Eltham Crematorium as Old Askean , Reverend Alan Bolton led a moving service. The Eulogies, prepared by his family showed the breadth and depth of this wonderful and gentle man.
After the service we retired to the Rectory Field, Dennis had been the Fixture Secretary for Blackheath RFC for many years and the ground is now the home of Askean RFC. There was much talk, plenty of food and drink as Dennis was fondly remembered.
A motley crew of Old Askeans led the singing of the Sandbin
His Old Askean blazer, funeral flowers and some of the many photos that were on display.
Please join us at Dennis’ Funeral Service, and afterwards at the Wake (details below) – the Service will be held at Eltham Crematorium – North Chapel on Wednesday 8th October 2025 at 12:30 pm
FAMILY FLOWERS ONLY PLEASE – if you would like to make a donation, we are raising money for The Community Hospice, Greenwich & Bexley – please click here to make a donation
Funeral Attire:
There is no Dress Code as such, BUT if you have an Old Askean tie, scarf, badge or blazer then please wear it!.
The Wake:
8th October 2025 at 1:30 pm
Blackheath Sports Club / Rectory Field The Rectory Field Charlton Road London For Sat-Nav use Postcode SE7 7EY
It is my sad duty to tell you that Dennis Johnson, a long standing very active member and a former president died peacfully at his home on Monday 25 August. Our thoughts and prayers go to his beloved wife Ann.
Dennis was a really lovely person. Always courteous, always well mannered, a true gentleman with the best interests of the Association and the Rambling Club at heart. I will miss him as will all who knew him.
May he rest in peace.
Details of his funeral will be published when known.
In 2026 we will be holding our AGM at Royal Blackheath Golf Club onThursday 16th July.
Details to follow
OLD ASKEAN ASSOCIATION
President STEVE HOMEWOOD
THE OLD ASKEAN ANNUAL LUNCH
The Clarendon, Montpelier Row, Blackheath Village, SE3 0RW
Thursday 23rd April 2026 gathering from noon, dining at 1pm.
Full details to follow.