Senior School and SPS parents are warmly invited to a spectacular evening honouring the life and legacy of Scotland’s national bard, Robert Burns.

Starting with a sparkling drinks reception, enjoy a delicious three-course traditional Scottish menu with wine, followed by lively entertainment and dancing with a top-rated Ceilidh band, voted “the finest Ceilidh band” by the Evening Standard.

The evening will also feature cherished Burns Night traditions:

Address to the Haggis – A dramatic recitation of Burns’ iconic poem celebrating Scotland’s national dish.

Toast to the Lassies – A humorous and heartfelt tribute to the women present, delivered in true Burns Night spirit.

Whether you're coming for the food, the fun, or the dancing, this promises to be a night to remember!

When & Where: 7:00PM - Midnight, Saturday 24th January in the Dining Hall, Hurst College
Cost: £60 inclusive of 3-course dinner, drinks reception and wine on table (cash bar for remainder of the evening)
Dress Code: Black tie with an optional touch of tartan

This event is for adults only.

Please reserve your ticket below, bookings close Friday 9th January 2026. There is an option to book tables of 10.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Please email hurstfoundation@hppc.co.uk if you have any questions.

As with all our events, we will be taking photos at this Foundation event. These images will be used by Hurstpierpoint College to share news about the Foundation, and to publicise our future events. Images may be used in press releases, social media, printed publicity, and published on the College’s website. They will be stored securely, and we will delete them after they are no longer needed for publicity purposes. We may also share photos with other OJs for their personal use. If you would prefer for you or your child not to be photographed, please email us at hurstfoundation@hppc.co.uk