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Scotland
Events Calendar
Find out what events are going on in Scotland during 2009 and 2010 by downloading our events calendar here. To participate in any of these events, please contact Katherine Riach on 0845 120 4885 or katheriner@meningitis-trust.org.
Coffee Break
When: 1 - 31 March 2010
Where: Location of your choice
Organise your own Coffee Break at home, at work or at your local community group. Every penny raised can help make a big difference to those individuals and families in Scotland affected by meningitis. Please visit www.meningitis-trust.org/coffeebreak to register your interest and to receive your free pack full of goodies and helpful information.
The Sir Chris Hoy Edinburgh Half Marathon
When: Sunday 18 April
Where: Edinburgh
The half marathon starts at 9am. The route for this event takes in the picturesque Firth of Forth coastline, with a grandstand finish at Musselburgh racecourse. We will provide you with training and dietary advice, fundraising advice and a T-shirt or running vest for the event.
The Mighty Deerstalker
When: Saturday 20 March 2010
Where: Traquair House, Innerleithen, The Borders
Distance: 5km or 10km
A challenging but fun race which involves off-road terrain, steep gradients and exciting obstacles. The routes will take you along forest trails, through water crossings and over obstacles. Participants can take part individually or as a team of three (team members are not obliged to stick together). The event ends with a party in the grounds of Traquair House. Camping facilities are available. Please visit www.themightydeerstalker.com for more information. Entry for this event is now open. If you would like to participate in aid of the Meningitis Trust, please contact Katherine on 0845 120 4885. In return for a pledge from you to raise a minimum of £50 in sponsorship, we’ll provide you with a T-shirt or running vest and sponsorship forms and advice.
Toddle Waddle
When: 1 - 30 April 2010
Where: Location of your choice
Organise your own Toddle Waddle at your nursery or playgroup. To register your interest and receive your free pack full of goodies and further information, please visit www.meningitis-trust.org/toddlewaddle.
BUPA Great Edinburgh Run
When: Sunday 2 May 2010
Where: Central Edinburgh, start on Melville Drive
Distance: 10km
This event takes you past the sights of one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, including Edinburgh Castle, The Scott Monument, The Royal Mile and Holyrood Palace. If you would prefer to take part in a team, why not enter the business challenge and compete with colleagues in this fun and exciting challenge? Visit www.greatrun.org for more details and online entry. To participate on behalf of the Meningitis Trust, please contact Katherine on 0845 120 4885.
Glasgow Women's 10k
When: Sunday 9 May 2010
Where: Bellahouston Park, Glasgow
This is one of the biggest events on the Scottish running calendar and, as such, is definitely one to experience. The event starts just near Bellahouston Park, with mass aerobic warm-up to get everyone ready and raring to go - then it’s off on the 10km course, passing some of the best sights in the centre of Glasgow. Please visit www.runglasgow.org to find out more. All we ask is that you pledge to raise a minimum of £50. In return, we’ll provide you with all the advice and support you need, plus a personalised T-shirt or running vest. Click here for more information and an application pack.
The Edinburgh Marathon 2010
When: Sunday 23 May 2010
Where: Starting in central Edinburgh, finishing at Musselburgh racecourse
What: 26.2 miles passing many of the famous Edinburgh landmarks, and out along the beautiful East Lothian coastline
Simon Dawson, Edinburgh Marathon 2009 participant, says: "The day itself was amazing, with clear blue skies as far as the eye could see and a slight early morning cool breeze. The crowds were out in there thousands around the start area and the atmosphere was electric. The announcer on the PA system kept everyone entertained with the usual countdown to start with until the moment of waiting arrived, bang, we were off…"
Click here for more information.
The Baker Hughes Aberdeen 10k
When: Sunday 23 May 2010
Where: Aberdeen
This event encompasses both a 10k event and a family fun run of 750km. The course is based around Aberdeen’s beach and harbour area, giving spectacular views of the North sea. All participants will receive training and dietary advice and a T-shirt or running vest for the event.
Walk & Run for Scotland
When: Sunday 6 June 2010
Where: Holyrood Park, Edinburgh
Walk for Scotland is a walking event suitable for all abilities. You can choose to complete a 12, 6.7 or 1 mile (golden mile) course. All events start at 11am at Holyrood Park. The Golden Mile event is designed to be suitable for everyone, no matter what your ability is. It is also suitable for wheelchair users and pushchairs.
Run for Scotland takes part on the same day but starts at 9.30am – the event is a 5km fun run around the park.
For both events we will provide you with an information pack and T-shirt.
Men’s Health Forum Scotland – Men’s 10k, Glasgow
When: Sunday 20 June 2010
Where: Glasgow. Starts and finished at Bellahouston Park
Distance: 10km
Entries are now open for the Men’s 10k. If you would like to run for the Meningitis Trust, all we ask is that you pledge to raise a minimum of £50 in sponsorship. In return, we will provide you with a running vest or T-shirt, training and dietary advice and our full support all the way. Please visit www.mhfs.org.uk/mhfs for more details and online entry. If you would like to participate on behalf of the Trust, please contact Katherine on 0845 120 4885.
5km Big Fun Runs
Stirling – Stirling University on Saturday 10 July
Aberdeen - Hazelhead Park on Sunday 11 July
Dundee - Camperdown Park on Saturday 17 July
Perth - North Inch Park on Sunday 18 July
Glasgow - Bellahouston Park on Saturday 24 July
Edinburgh - Holyrood Park on Sunday 25 July
To enter, please click on the above links or visit www.bigfunrun.com and select your chosen venue and the Meningitis Trust as your chosen charity.
When you register you will receive a free Meningitis Trust fundraising pack which includes a T-shirt, fundraising ideas, sponsorship forms, and training tips to prepare you for the big day. We will be here to support you before, during and after your run.
Great Scottish Run
When: Sunday 5 September
Where: Glasgow
This year’s event is being sponsored by the Bank of Scotland. It’s one of the most popular events on the Scottish running calendar, attracting over 20,000 runners of all abilities each year. The event always starts with a mass aerobics session to get everyone warmed up and the atmosphere this creates really gets you off to a flying start. We are looking for runners to raise a minimum of £50 each, with the aim of raising a total of £1,800 from this event – every penny you raise will help us to reach this target. As with our other events, we will provide you with training and dietary advice, fundraising advice and a T-shirt or running vest for this event. Why not sign up today and be part of a really special event whilst raising funds to support those families in Scotland who have been affected by meningitis.
Skydive!
Feeling brave? Why not take part in the ultimate challenge and skydive for the Meningitis Trust.
You can jump for free if you raise a minimum amount of sponsorship. There are a variety of venues across the UK where you can jump and it is available all year round.
Why not arrange a jump with a group of friends or work colleagues? For an information pack or to find out more please contact me on 0845 120 4885 or email me at: katheriner@meningitis-trust.org
Spelling Bee
This year, the Meningitis Trust is launching a sponsored spelling bee campaign aimed at primary schools. The three main aims of this idea are:
1) To offer a fun way for children to improve their literacy skills
2) To raise awareness of the affect meningitis can have on hearing and speech development in children
3) To raise funds for the Meningitis Trust in Scotland, so we can continue to support those families whose lives have been affected by the disease
All participating schools will be provided with a full resource pack including suggested word sheets and practice exercises and for the pupils: participant stickers, runners up certificate and a winner’s certificate.
If you would like to know more, please contact me on 0845 120 4885, katheriner@meningitis-trust.org
Click here for an enquiry pack.
Organise your own event
Do you have an idea for your own event in mind? If so, please get in touch – we can provide you with advice and answers to any questions you may have and help with a press release to let your local media know about your event. We also have a range of fundraising materials on offer to help promote your event. Click here to download our A-Z of fundraising ideas for some further suggestions for fundraising events.
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