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It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of former Headmaster Michael Downward, who led West Buckland School from 1979 to 1997. Mr Downward passed away on 4th May 2025, just a month short of his 84th birthday.
For further details of the funeral and how to share your condolences please follow this link to 'Mr Downward funeral information'.
With Mrs Downward’s blessing, we would like to invite you to join us at a lunch to celebrate Mr Downward’s time at West Buckland School. The lunch will take place in the Karslake Hall from 12 noon on Sunday 8th June 2025.
There will be a buffet lunch, pudding, teas and coffees followed by an optional tour of the school. To book a ticket please use the link or email us at [email protected].
OWBA Summer Sports will be taking place on the evening of Friday 6th June, featuring cricket, tennis and shooting as well as a barbeque at the Cricket Pavillion. On the evening of Saturday 7th June, alumni and staff from the 1980s and 90s will be meeting for drinks at The Royal & Fortescue in Barnstaple.
The Royal & Fortescue Hotel is offering a special rate for OWBA for the Saturday night so please be sure to mention the OWBA if you're booking a room - our thanks as always to the Brend family.
Other nearby accommodation options include:
As well as plenty of Airbnb properties.
Join us for a buffet lunch in the Karslake Hall to celebrate the life of Michael Downward from 12:00 noon on Sunday 8th June.
01598 760188
