A school in Markyate celebrated its 50 year anniversary at a service in St Albans.

Beechwood Park opened on Thursday, October 8, 1964. Fifty years later to the day, pupils, staff and parents marked the anniversary with a celebration at St Albans Cathedral. 

Following the service, guests were entertained at the school with tea and a commemorative tree planting with the help of the Rt Hon Sir Alan Duncan KCMG, MP.