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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils
6 days ago
Ballymena Academy Past Pupils

Delighted to see former pupil Lady Mary Peters taking the time to chat with Ballymena Academy pupils yesterday. ... See MoreSee Less

Delighted to see former pupil Lady Mary Peters taking the time to chat with Ballymena Academy pupils yesterday.
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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils
2 weeks ago
Ballymena Academy Past Pupils

Last Saturday night a group of past pupils from 1995 got together for their 30 Year Reunion at The Castle Bar and Grill. A brilliant night was had by all and it was wonderful to catch up with old friends. ... See MoreSee Less

Last Saturday night a group of past pupils from 1995 got together for their 30 Year Reunion at The Castle Bar and Grill. A brilliant night was had by all and it was wonderful to catch up with old friends.
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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils
3 weeks ago
Ballymena Academy Past Pupils

Fabulous response to this reunion to date , so if you were part of the class of 1985 and haven’t already done so please email Richard and get involved .

“ Immerse yourself in a vibrant community of like- minded past pupils on the 21 st June “

Reminisce#
Fun#
Food and Wine #
Dancing #
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Fabulous response to this reunion to date , so if you were part of the class of 1985 and haven’t already done so please email Richard and get involved . 

“ Immerse yourself in a vibrant community of like- minded past pupils on the 21 st June “ 

Reminisce#
Fun#
Food and Wine #
Dancing #
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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils
3 weeks ago
Ballymena Academy Past Pupils

Ballymena Academy

Class of 1985

40 Year Reunion

Saturday 21st June 7:30pm

Castle Kitchen & Bar

£45 per person – 3 courses, Welcome Drink and music in the Barn.

Raffle in aid of Macmillan Cancer.

Please register interest via email to Richard Ross by 1st June: baclassof85reunion@gmail.com Your email address will be forwarded to Galgorm who will send a direct booking and payment link.
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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils
1 month ago
Ballymena Academy Past Pupils

Many fond memories of the Cherry Blossoms along the front drive! ... See MoreSee Less

Many fond memories of the Cherry Blossoms along the front drive!
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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils
2 months ago
Ballymena Academy Past Pupils

The BA Past Pupils Gala dinner was held in the Leighinmohr House, where 180 guests enjoyed a fun filled evening . The evening was hosted by our 2024/25 President Dr Sanjeev Bali . Lesley McWhirter presented a montage of photographs depicting the life of her late father and past pupil Dr Syd Millar OBE . Syd was an avid supporter of Ballymena Academy , and his legacy lives on .
The evening concluded with dancing to local band “ The Midnight Jam “.
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The BA Past Pupils Gala dinner was held in the Leighinmohr House, where 180 guests enjoyed a fun filled evening . The evening was hosted by our 2024/25 President Dr Sanjeev Bali . Lesley McWhirter presented a montage of photographs depicting the life of her late father and past pupil Dr Syd Millar OBE . Syd was an avid supporter of Ballymena Academy , and his legacy lives on .
The evening concluded with dancing to local band “ The Midnight Jam “.
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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils
2 months ago
Ballymena Academy Past Pupils

The class of 1995 are delighted to announce the plans for their 30 year reunion. The reunion will take place on 3rd May at The Castle Kitchen. It costs £45 for a 3 course meal and welcome drink. If you’re interested in joining us, contact Andrew Nicholl at
ajnicholl1@gmail.com
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The class of 1995 are delighted to announce the plans for their 30 year reunion. The reunion will take place on 3rd May at The Castle Kitchen. It costs £45 for a 3 course meal and welcome drink. If you’re interested in joining us, contact Andrew Nicholl at 
ajnicholl1@gmail.com
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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils
2 months ago
Ballymena Academy Past Pupils

SAVE THE DATE - 40 Year Reunion! (The class of 1985)

Date - Saturday 21st June.
Venue - Galgorm’s Castle Kitchen.

Details to follow.
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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils
2 months ago
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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils
3 months ago
Ballymena Academy Past Pupils

3 days to go until our annual Table Quiz! This is a highlight of the PPA calendar and is always well supported! Why not gather a team together and come along for a night of quizzing? There is no need to reserve a ticket - simply turn up on the night. See you there! ... See MoreSee Less

3 days to go until our annual Table Quiz! This is a highlight of the PPA calendar and is always well supported! Why not gather a team together and come along for a night of quizzing? There is no need to reserve a ticket - simply turn up on the night. See you there!
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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils
3 months ago
Ballymena Academy Past Pupils

Tributes paid to much-respected Ballymena pharmacist Robert Dick ... See MoreSee Less

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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils
3 months ago
Ballymena Academy Past Pupils

We are delighted to announce that our AGM will be taking place on Friday 7th March at 6.30 pm at Eaton Park.

The Quiz is also taking place on the same evening with a 7:30pm start!
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We are delighted to announce that our AGM will be taking place on Friday 7th March at 6.30 pm at Eaton Park. 

The Quiz is also taking place on the same evening with a 7:30pm start!
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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils
3 months ago
Ballymena Academy Past Pupils

There are less than two weeks to go until our annual Table Quiz. This is a highlight of the PPA calendar and is always well supported! Why not gather a team together and come along for a night of quizzing? There is no need to reserve a ticket - simply turn up on the night. See you there! ... See MoreSee Less

There are less than two weeks to go until our annual Table Quiz. This is a highlight of the PPA calendar and is always well supported! Why not gather a team together and come along for a night of quizzing? There is no need to reserve a ticket - simply turn up on the night. See you there!
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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils
3 months ago
Ballymena Academy Past Pupils

There are two weeks to go until our annual Table Quiz. This is a highlight of the PPA calendar and is always well supported! Why not gather a team together and come along for a night of quizzing? There is no need to reserve a ticket - simply turn up on the night. See you there! ... See MoreSee Less

There are two weeks to go until our annual Table Quiz. This is a highlight of the PPA calendar and is always well supported! Why not gather a team together and come along for a night of quizzing? There is no need to reserve a ticket - simply turn up on the night. See you there!
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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils
3 months ago
Ballymena Academy Past Pupils

Just over two weeks to go until our annual Table Quiz. This is a highlight of the PPA calendar and is always well supported! Why not gather a team together and come along for a night of quizzing? There is no need to reserve a ticket - simply turn up on the night. See you there! ... See MoreSee Less

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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils
3 months ago
Ballymena Academy Past Pupils

Just over two weeks to go until our annual Table Quiz. This is a highlight of the PPA calendar and is always well supported! Why not gather a team together and come along for a night of quizzing? There is no need to reserve a ticket - simply turn up on the night. See you there! ... See MoreSee Less

Just over two weeks to go until our annual Table Quiz. This is a highlight of the PPA calendar and is always well supported! Why not gather a team together and come along for a night of quizzing? There is no need to reserve a ticket - simply turn up on the night. See you there!
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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils updated their status.
4 months ago
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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils
4 months ago
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A number of upcoming events to be aware of! ... See MoreSee Less

A number of upcoming events to be aware of!
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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils
4 months ago
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**PPA Table Quiz**
The PPA Table Quiz will return on March 7th and will take place at Ballymena Rugby Club. £40 per team with a cheese board provided. This is always a well attended event so please join us again this year on 7th March!

**Annual AGM**
The association's AGM will also take place on the 7th March at Ballymena Rugby Club, prior to the commencement of the table quiz. The AGM will start at 6:45pm and all members are welcome to attend.
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**PPA Table Quiz**
The PPA Table Quiz will return on March 7th and will take place at Ballymena Rugby Club. £40 per team with a cheese board provided. This is always a well attended event so please join us again this year on 7th March! 

**Annual AGM**
The associations AGM will also take place on the 7th March at Ballymena Rugby Club, prior to the commencement of the table quiz. The AGM will start at 6:45pm and all members are welcome to attend.
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Ballymena Academy Past Pupils
4 months ago
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**PPA Table Quiz**
The PPA Table Quiz will return on March 7th and will take place at Ballymena Rugby Club. £40 per team with a cheese board provided. This is always a well attended event so please join us again this year on 7th March!

**Annual AGM**
The association's AGM will also take place on the 7th March at Ballymena Rugby Club, prior to the commencement of the table quiz. The AGM will start at 6:45pm and all members are welcome to attend.
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**PPA Table Quiz**
The PPA Table Quiz will return on March 7th and will take place at Ballymena Rugby Club. £40 per team with a cheese board provided. This is always a well attended event so please join us again this year on 7th March! 

**Annual AGM**
The associations AGM will also take place on the 7th March at Ballymena Rugby Club, prior to the commencement of the table quiz. The AGM will start at 6:45pm and all members are welcome to attend.
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‘The BA Foundation is a fund established to help our dedicated staff continue to offer the educational experience that previous generations benefited from and accepted as a given.

We know that many former pupils of our school and their parents have fond memories of their time here and we hope our friends and alumni will support our efforts to keep providing an enriched education that is still free for everyone, regardless of background.

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