Over the centuries, Tonbride has benefited from donations and from legacies left by old boys and friends of the school. Quite simply, the school would not be what it is today without this tradition of generosity.
We hope that those of you who have benefited, directly or indirectly, from the breadth and depth of education that Tonbridge offers will want to ensure that a succession of boys can continue to enjoy this stimulating environment that will elevate them and help them develop their potential.'
Tim Haynes, Headmaster
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| The Vere Hodge Centre, named after the man whose legacy made it possible. |
Legacy bequests are a very tax efficient way of donating as they are free from inheritance tax, and gifts of shares and property are exempt from capital gains tax. To find out more you can download our Legacy brochure here (PDF, 1.58 MB) which will tell you about the different types of bequest which can be made.
If you have already made your will it is simple to add a codicil by using the codicil form that can be downloaded here (PDF, 28.6 KB).
Once you have made your legacy bequest to Tonbridge, we would ask you to please complete and return the pledge form. This helps us with future planning and automatically gives you membership of The Judde Society.
If you need further information on any aspect of legacies please contact James Underhill, Foundation Director: Tel: +44 (0)1732 304253 or Email: ju@tonbridge-school.org
Geoffrey Duprée (Welldon 1946-51) seen here listening to former choirmaster Lionel Steuart Fothringham playing Tonbridge's Marcussen organ, has pledged to leave a legacy for the endowment of an organ scholarship.
For me, chapel at Tonbridge started a lifelong passion for music. It pleases me to know that my legacy can help produce some superb musicians.