Blew House – A Brief History
There is a long tradition of Boarding at Dulwich College. The original Blew House, now Old
Blew and a recent addition to the contemporary boarding community, first accepted 18
boarders in 1874 under an assistant Master John Parish. Blew House in its current
incarnation was built in 1934. It did not get off to a great start, never being filled prior to
World War 2. However, Blew House was the only boarding house to remain open to boys
throughout the war. Indeed the only damage caused was to the roof after a V1 bomb fell on
the College in July 1944. It wasn’t until 1979 that Blew House became solely occupied by
Senior Boarders. In 2000 Blew House was rebuilt on the inside and the resplendent single
study rooms with en-suite facilities are now enjoyed by 40 boarders. At this time the two
Senior Houses were also joined together and whilst this brings with it many advantages, the
competition between the Houses remains as strong as ever. It’s ideal location at the heart of
the College means the boarders have easy access to all the facilities on offer.
Many Old Alleynians come back to visit Blew and speak of it with fond memories. We hope
that in your time with us in you will be proud to become part of our community and write
your names into the history of Blew House.
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