‘Be Bold Together’ Summer Celebration
Saturday, 14th June, 13:00 – 17:00
Our annual alumnae gathering is back, bigger and better than ever!
This year we are thrilled to be partnering with four outstanding wineries, Artelium, Everflyht, Ridgeview, and Sugrue South Downs to learn more about the beautiful Sparkling Rosé wines produced within 10 miles of the school!
Scroll to the bottom of this page to book tickets!
Limited spaces available, bookings close 1st June 2025
Join us for an afternoon of celebration, connection, and cherished memories in our beautiful rose garden. Your exclusive invitation includes:
- Sparkling Rosé Wine tastings and food pairings between 14.00-15.00, courtesy of our sponsors and hosted by Tom Surgey, one of the wine industry’s best and most-engaging live communicators, as well as being a television presenter, and author of “How to Drink Wine”
- Non-alcoholic wines will be available, also recommended by Tom.
- Guided campus tours by our student leadership team.
- Photo booth to capture special memories.
- A short introduction to our new Alumnae benefits programme.
- Archive exhibition which you are more than welcome to add to on the day.
- Help create a playlist for the day, add your favourite tunes when you register.
- Networking opportunities with fellow BOLD graduates across generations.
This is a chance to reconnect with friends, reminisce about school days, and strengthen your BOLD community bonds.
Please spread the word to your school friends who attended Burgess Hill Girls with you!
Admission is free, but please book tickets for catering purposes.
Once you’ve booked your tickets, we’ll be in touch nearer the time with more details.
If you have any questions about the event please contact our Events Officer Natasha via email; natasha.mcgrory@burgesshillgirls.com
Meet the Charismatic Tom Surgey!
Tom Surgey is a celebrated wine communicator and drinks industry professional known for his engaging television appearances and his book “How to Drink Wine.”
With over five years in media, Tom has established himself as one of the industry’s most captivating presenters, earning a shortlist nomination for the IWSC Wine Communicator of the Year 2023. His presentations blend expert knowledge with a bright, playful charisma and warm sense of humour.
Though specialising in wine, Tom brings extensive experience across all beverage categories and the hospitality industry. His high-energy, authentically passionate approach connects with audiences of all backgrounds – from casual enthusiasts to industry professionals.
While possessing strong technical expertise and refined tasting abilities, Tom approaches his subject not as a critic but as an ambassador for the industry, celebrating the joy of great food and drink.
Event Sponsors
We would like to thank and welcome our event sponsors, four of the best producers of English wines, all based on our doorstep! A special thanks to Artelium who will be providing the food for the pairings under the guidance of their new chef, Michael Notman-Watt, semi-finalist of MasterChef 2024!. To learn more about our sponsors please click on the links below.
