Hatfield College launched ‘Flower of Scotland’, made possible by a generous bequest from late alumnus Kenneth McFarlane
26 November 2024
On Saturday 9 November 2024 Hatfield College and Hatfield College Boat Club launched a new boat into the River Wear.
The acquisition of the handsome ‘Flower of Scotland’ was enabled by a generous posthumous bequest by Hatfield alumnus Kenneth McFarlane (Economics, 1978-81).
A coxed four of Hatfield College Boat Club’s past and present members took the boat into the river for a maiden lap, which was succeeded by a joyous rendition of the College song ‘If I could plant a tiny seed of love’.
Mr McFarlane’s family and friends were present for the launch of the boat as we celebrated his time at College along with the College Boat Club. The formal launch was followed by lunch, hosted in the Birley Room.
The occasion was well-attended with Hatfield College Officers, Team Durham officials, members of the Boat Club, and current and former Hatfielders in attendance.
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About Hatfield College
Hatfield College is a vibrant and welcoming community to which each and every student, alongside other college members, belongs. Established in 1846, as the second college of Durham University, with the explicit purpose of being open to a wide range of students, we greatly value the rich diversity of our college members, who come from all sorts of backgrounds and places of origin, with all sorts of interests, experiences and views. We strive to ensure that all Hatfielders have the opportunities and encouragement to be the best they can be, reflecting the words of our motto, Vel Primus Vel Cum Primis.
About the Hatfield Association
The Hatfield Association was established in 1946, at a time when the future of Hatfield College, Durham University was uncertain – this was the first time that Hatfielders came together and probably the finest proof of the legendary Hatfield spirit.
Our aim is to ensure we have a strong, active and engaged network of Hatfield alumni (graduates), to facilitate and build strong relationships with the College and to support its educational and welfare needs.