Squaddies run canal to raise £2000
Around 25 soldiers from Glencourse Barracks in Penicuik took it in turns to complete the relay race in aid of the veterans’ charity Erskine.
Their sterling efforts raised £2000 towards Erskine, which runs a care home in Gilmerton. The soldiers were welcomed over the finish line by Erskine veterans and staff following the gruelling run.
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Hide AdJohn Fyfe, Erskine’s East of Scotland fundraiser, said: “This was an incredible challenge that the soldiers from 2 SCOTS undertook.
“It is a fantastic result that they managed to raise £2000, as this will go a long way to helping Erskine care for veterans, young and old, across Scotland.
“We are all thrilled that their fundraising efforts proved to be such a success.”