James McVey of The Vamps returns to Corfe Hills School

James McVey of the Vamps visited Corfe Hills School on Tuesday as part of the BBC’s ‘Share Your Story’ program.

James spoke to current students about his life in a boy band and discussed a range of important topics including body image, male emotion, individuality, and the importance of perseverance.

James McVey speaking at Corfe Hills School (Image: Kayleigh Burgess)

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James attended Corfe Hills School school between 2006 and 2012.

Corfe Hills said it was a ‘pleasure’ to welcome back their former student, and have thanked the BBC, and its current students for making the visit so successful.

The Vamps are due to play a date at the BIC in November this year.

Growing up in Wimborne, James was a regular on the Bournemouth scene, making the band’s trip to the town even more special.

Speaking to the Daily Echo earlier this year, he said: “It’s always nice coming home. It’s nice for my mates to come as well. They always come to a couple of the shows but there’s something nice about them seeing it in Bournemouth."

James added: “My first ever gig was actually the BIC when I was like 12, and playing at the Old Fire Station was cool because that was one of my other first shows. So, I’ve kind of ticked off two places I used to go before The Vamps.”

But it is not just James who sung Bournemouth’s praises; Bradley, Connor and Tristan seemed just as fond of the town.

Bradley said: “We know Bournemouth very well because James used to take us joy riding around the streets.

“The fans welcome us with open hours. The last venue we did- the Old Fire Station- was really good. It’s a very beautiful venue.

“Fans are good in Bournemouth; they always have a good time.”