Lancaster University Pendle College Timeline
Whether you’re taking a trip down memory lane or wanting to learn more about Pendle College, this interactive timeline of key developments, events and people is a good starting point.
The timeline runs from 1970 to the present day, featuring social and sporting events, graduations, college staff and much more!;xNLx;;xNLx;There are three colour-coded history strands: Development, People and Events. Use the date slider or main screen to travel along the timeline. Click on the story boxes to find out more. ;xNLx;You can click the 2d button (bottom left corner) if you prefer to view the timeline in 2d format.;xNLx;;xNLx;If you have any questions or suggestions relating to this timeline, contact Pendle College Office: pendleoffice@lancaster.ac.uk.;xNLx;;xNLx;For more information about alumni benefits, services and engagement opportunities visit the alumni website [here](http://www.lancaster.ac.uk/alumni/).;xNLx;;xNLx;With special thanks to the MSc Project Management student team – Yining Ling, Alex Walker and Yuntao Wu – who researched and created this timeline, and to everyone who has contributed.
1970-01-01 00:00:00
Pendle Planning
Planning for Pendle College began in 1970, with a small committee of Bowland College staff and students.
1972-06-01 00:00:00
Dr. Donovan Tagg (First Principal)
The first Principal of Pendle College.
1974-01-01 00:00:00
Mrs. Elizabeth Errington (First College Manager)
The first College Manager of Pendle College.
1974-01-17 00:00:00
Pendle's official motto
Altiora Sequamor
1974-03-01 09:55:54
Pendle Name
1974-05-01 20:55:05
First Porters in Pendle College
First four Porters in Pendle College when it was established.
1974-05-22 12:12:50
Pendle College comes into being
Pendle College was founded in 1974 and was initially jointly managed alongside Grizedale College.
1974-07-01 00:00:00
Pendle College Free Festival
Pendle held a festival with free music and beer.
1975-10-22 22:32:19
Pendle College Official Opening
1976-01-01 19:35:25
JCR Executives from 1976 to 1979
1977-08-01 10:40:25
Dr. Marcus Merriman (Pendle Legend)
Principal, College Historian.
1978-01-01 09:55:54
Graduation Day from 1978-1979
1978-05-01 12:54:46
Dr. George Hayhurst (Principal)
Principal of Pendle College.
1978-06-26 22:32:19
Dr. E. Donovan Tagg Retires
Donovan Tagg, Principal of Pendle College, retires.
1979-01-01 06:43:00
Alan Milburn (Alumni)
Pendle alumnus, former Government Minister and current Chancellor of Lancaster University.
1979-05-01 12:12:50
Mr. Eddie Douglas (Porter)
Porter of Pendle College.
1980-01-01 00:00:00
JCR Executives from 1980 to 1989
1980-01-01 11:21:23
Graduation Day from 1980 to 1989
1982-09-01 00:00:00
Mrs. Jill Harpley (College Manager)
College Manager, "Pendle Mum"
1983-07-01 23:53:52
Dr. David Stubley (Principal)
Principal of Pendle College.
1983-09-01 19:35:25
Mr. Alan Fisher (Porter)
Porter of Pendle College.
1983-12-31 08:09:33
Mark Shepherd (Alumni)
Pendle Alumnus, Lancaster University Donor.
1985-01-01 00:00:00
James May (Alumni)
Pendle Alumnus, former Top Gear presenter, journalist.
1986-01-01 00:00:00
Pendle Crest
1987-12-01 08:09:33
Mr. Ken Partridge (Porter)
Porter of Pendle College.
1988-10-01 09:19:37
Dr. Jane Howarth (Principal)
Principal of Pendle College.
1989-12-01 08:09:33
Mr. Dennis Waugh (Porter)
Porter of Pendle College.
1990-01-01 00:00:00
JCR Executives from 1990 to 1999
1990-01-01 00:00:00
Graduation Day from 1990 to 1999
1990-01-01 06:43:00
Pendle College's First Intercollegiate Boat Race
An early Pendle College tradition is born.
1991-04-01 11:21:23
Dr. Maurice Kirby (Principal)
Principal of Pendle College.
1993-01-01 06:43:00
Pendle College Inaugural Event and Opening Weeks
Pendle College hold events for the opening of New Pendle.
1993-05-01 12:12:50
From 'The Witch' to 'Pendle Bar'
Pendle Bar moved to its current Block 1 premises, its original name 'The Witch' was lost.
1993-09-01 13:04:14
Pendle Move
1993-12-08 20:11:17
New Pendle College
New Pendle College opens.
1994-04-01 11:21:23
Mr. Brian Corke and Mr. Mick Brown (Porters)
Porters of Pendle College.
1996-01-01 06:43:00
"Marcus Toot Evening"
An evening of celebration.
1996-02-01 21:04:40
Mr. Rod Stables (Porter)
Porter of Pendle College.
1996-02-01 21:04:40
Mr. Alan Whitaker (Principal)
Principal of Pendle College.
1996-12-01 20:11:17
En-suite George Fox residence
1996-12-01 20:11:17
Pendle's 21-Year Celebration
1997-02-01 21:04:40
Mr. Peter Smith (Porter)
Porter of Pendle College.
1998-01-01 06:43:00
Pendle Christmas Dinner and Dance 1998
A Christmas celebration.
1998-03-21 08:09:33
Ranvir Singh (Alumni)
Pendle Alumna, television presenter and journalist, best known as a newsreader.
1999-01-01 00:00:00
Ms. Sandra Dainty (Porter)
Porter of Pendle College.
1999-01-01 06:43:00
Pendle Christmas Dinner and Disco 1999
A Christmas celebration.
1999-02-01 21:04:40
Mr. Roger Gould (Principal)
Principal of Pendle College.
2000-01-01 00:00:00
JCR Executives from 2000 to 2009
2000-01-01 06:43:00
Carter Shield Champions
Pendle dethrone Fylde College.
2000-11-01 11:50:45
Mr. John Woods (Porter)
Porter of Pendle College.