Fundraising Events

EDINBURGH MARATHON

Aim for an achievement of a lifetime by taking part in the 2008 Edinburgh Marathon and Hairy Haggis Relay and help raise money and awareness of Erskine.  Starting at Princes Street and finishing 26.2 miles later in Musselburgh, Edinburgh’s largest running event will be take place on Sunday 25th May 2008.  The newly designed route, following most of the 1986 commonwealth games marathon route, is flatter and faster than previous years and is perfect for top athletes, first time runners and anyone looking for a personal best time.

It is anticipated that 9,000 people will take run either as part of a team in the Hairy Haggis Relay or as individual runner for the full marathon. This is your chance to be part of this fantastic event, increase your fitness level and support Erskine all in one.

Running a marathon or taking part in the relay takes great dedication and training and we will be pleased to support you in it. In addition to training information we offer access to a runners supporter forum, pre-marathon pasta party and support at the finish line. Your training might be helped by knowing that every penny you raise for Erskine will go towards helping ex-Service men and women of all ages throughout Scotland that we provide care to. Why not come and visit one of our homes and see for yourself how we can put your sponsorship to good use?

For more information about the 2008 Edinburgh Marathon and Hairy Haggis Relay contact Fundraising on 0131 666 9961 or email fundraising@erskine.org.uk  

THE BAKER HUGHES ABERDEEN 10K RACE, WHEELCHAIR RACE, FAMILY FUN RACE

Erskine is one of 6 nominated charities for this running event set in the beach area of Aberdeen.

Bert McIntosh, Chairman of McIntosh Plant Hire is a very keen tri athlete. Bert and several friends have entered the Baker Hughes Aberdeen 10k. Why not join them!!

Contact Catherine Cowie catherine.cowie@erskine.org.uk for details.

www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/ACCI/web/site/Sports/spr_10khomepage.asp

www.lochnessmarathon.com

HAIRY HAGGIS RELAY - EDINBURGH MARATHON

In a moment of what now must have been sheer madness some months ago, four  employees of T C Young Solicitors, namely Ruth, Alison, Ramiza and Kirsty volunteered to form the team now known as Speedy Gonzales with a view to completing the Hairy Haggis Team Relay at the Edinburgh Marathon on 25 May 2008. Obviously there had to be some kind of incentive for putting themselves through such agony.....and that incentive is raising money for Erskine, a fantastic cause.

The girls would welcome your sponsorship and support and you can give this by visiting their Just Giving site  http://www.justgiving.com/speedygonzales2008,

Good Luck Ladies!

GREAT SCOTTISH WALK 2008

Enjoy the spectacular views of some of Scotland’s top cities in the biggest walking events in Scotland.  Last year the Great Scottish Walk in Edinburgh raised over £1m for charities and you can help Erskine by raising sponsorship and walking in an event of your choice.

Over 10,000 people take part in the 6 mile, 12 mile or Golden Mile walk in Edinburgh or Glasgow. The atmosphere is always charged with energy and packed full of entertainment including dancers, bands, jugglers and mascots. Whether you take part on your own, with family or as part of a team you will receive an Erskine t-shirt and a photograph of you at the Erskine stand before the event. More importantly you know that all the money you raise will go towards providing first class Erskine care of ex-Service men and women of all ages throughout Scotland.

The Great Wee Walks take place all over Scotland throughout the year. These popular walks are family orientated and children through to grandparents are encouraged to take part in the 2 mile walks. Each child receives a certificate and a medal and there are many activities and entertainments to ensure a really enjoyable family day out.

If you are unable to walk in the event then perhaps you would be interested in helping out or marshalling? We would like to encourage our supporters to cheer on Erskine walkers and take photographs along the route.

On-line entries are now available at www.greatscottishwalk.com

AM AM GOLF TOURNAMENT NAIRN DUNBAR GOLF CLUB

GOLFERS in the North are being given the chance to enjoy a great day out and raise money for charity.   Erskine, has joined forces with Nairn Dunbar Golf Club in organising an AM-AM tournament in June. 2008

Teams of four are being invited to enter the event on Tuesday 10th June 2008, when they can enjoy a round of golf at one of the leading championship links courses in the north of Scotland with its silver birch, winding waterways, gorse and whin bushes, willows and sallows, dastardly ditches, the Ministers Loch and sand dunes. It abounds in all the natural hazards so desirable in the game of golf. There is also the opportunity to win some attractive prizes!

Players will be served coffee and bacon rolls on arrival and a buffet meal on completion of play. Cost per team of four is £180. It is hoped that up to 40 teams will take part. Apart from the winning team prizes for ladies and gentlemen, there will be individual prizes as well as a raffle in the clubhouse.

Since it was founded in 1916 as an independent charity to care for the wounded returning from the First World War, Erskine has provided specialist permanent and respite nursing care for over 75,000 ex-Service men and women. Each year, we care for more than 1200 men and women of all ages from the Army, The Royal Navy and The Royal Air Force at homes in Glasgow, Edinburgh and via the Bursary Care Scheme at private nursing homes throughout Scotland, including Inverness and Aberdeen. This enables individuals to receive a high standard of care, akin to Erskine Care, whilst remaining close to their family and friends. Due to the ever-increasing numbers in need of our special care, we have expanded our services by constructing a new 40-bed dementia unit at Bishopton, building a new 46-bed home at Anniesland in Glasgow and extending our Edinburgh Home to accommodate 88 residents.

If you would like to support us by taking part in what promises to be a great day out, please complete the attached entry form and return it to me at the address below.

If you would like more information please contact either Scott Falconer, Manager at Nairn Dunbar Golf Club (e-mail: manager@nairndunbar.com www.nairndunbar.com ) or myself.  I look forward to seeing you there.  Catherine Cowie, Area Co-ordinator North E: catherine.cowie@erskine.org.uk

ERSKINE GLASGOW GARDEN PARTY

The Erskine Glasgow Garden Party will be held on Friday 13th June from 1.00 pm onwards.

As well as entertainment there will also be a BBQ, baking stall, tombola, wet sponge throwing, a chocolate fountain and lots, lots more. Why not come along?

Tickets are priced at £2 but there is limited availability so hurry and phone Suzann Pollock on 0141 338 6300 to make sure you get one!

FUNDRAISING CEILIDH

A fundraising Ceilidh in aid of Erskine will take place on Saturday 14th June 2008, in the St Patrick’s Hall, Strathleven Place, Dumbarton G82 1BA.

Tickets are £7.00 each but are selling out fast!

Contact Susan or Jim Brown on 01389 842 034 to make sure you don’t miss out on what promises to be a great night

THE SAND WALK

Erskine supporters are invited to take part in The Sand Walk. The challenge is to walk part of the expanse of golden sand extending to the North of Aberdeen between the Bridge of Don and Newburgh. Participants have the choice of walking the 6 miles from Newburgh to Balmedie OR 7 miles from Bridge of Don to Balmedie while raising sponsorship for Erskine at the same time. There is a registration fee of £5 for adults with free entry for children under 12 years.

Further information from is available from  catherine.cowie@erskine.org.uk or www.thesandwalk.co.uk  

ERSKINE BALL 2008

We are delighted to advise that the 2008 Erskine Ball will be held on Saturday 13th September in the Glasgow Hilton Hotel. For further information on the event please contact fundraising@erskine.org.uk.

Due to the success of last years Ball we are now taking bookings for the 2008 event.

For a booking form please click here.

BRAEMAR AM-AM GOLF TOURNAMENT

GOLFERS in the North East are being given the chance to enjoy a great day out and raise money for charity. Erskine has joined forces with Braemar Golf Club in organising an AM-AM tournament.

Teams of four are being invited to enter the event on Thursday 18th September 2008, when they can enjoy the famous Braemar Golf Club hospitality, a round of golf at one of the highest golf courses in Britain set in magnificent scenery and also have the opportunity to win some attractive prizes!

Players will be served coffee and bacon rolls on arrival and a buffet meal on completion of play. Cost per team of four is £180. It is hoped that up to 40 teams will take part. Apart from the winning team prizes for ladies and gentlemen, there will be a prize for the longest drive as well as a raffle in the clubhouse. If you would like to support us by taking part in what promises to be a great day out, please complete the attached entry form and return it to catherine.cowie@erskine.org.uk

If you would like more information please contact either Catherine Cowie or Braemar Golf Club (Tel: 013397 41618 e-mail: info@braemargolfclub.co.uk   www.braemargolfclub.co.uk

BAXTERS LOCH NESS MARATHON, 10K AND 5K

Enter this running event set in stunning scenery. 12 charity assured places available for Erskine runners.

Contact Catherine Cowie catherine.cowie@erskine.org.uk  for details.

More information can be found on www.lochnessmarathon.com

CHRISTMAS CRACKER 2008

After the tremendous success our 2007 event we are delighted to announce the dates of the 2008 Christmas Cracker event which will be held in our fantastic new venue;  Ingliston Equestrian Centre, Bishopton.

• Thursday 20th November 2008 - 2.00 pm until 7.30pm
  
• Friday 21st November 2008 - 10.00 am until 3.00 pm

For further information on the event please contact Helen Diamond on 0141 814 4533 or E mail helen.diamond@erskine.org.uk

TREE OF HONOUR

CHRISTMAS CAROL CONCERT, EDINBURGH