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Celebrating 456 Years of Bury Grammar School

6 May 2026
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On 1st May 2026, Bury Grammar School celebrated its 456th anniversary. The year also marks the 300th anniversary of the Reverend Roger Kay's bequest to re-found Bury Grammar School; this Founder's Day, as a school and wider community, we commemorated his generosity, legacy, and lasting impact.

For the full story - and to view photographs from the day - please follow the link below:

Founders' Day 2026: 456 Years of History, Innovation, and Friendship

 

To discover more about our school’s important history, please visit: School History - Bury Grammar School.

There are many more photographs and video footage from the day on our social media accounts too, accessible via these links which we hope you enjoy:

InstagramFacebook, YouTube.

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