Over 50 police officers participated in the Glasgow Kiltwalk Mighty Stride, covering 22.7 miles to raise £18,582 for Maggie’s Glasgow, a cancer support charity. Inspector Alan Burrell led the initiative, highlighting the importance of mental health and community support. Maggie’s relies on donations to offer essential cancer care and support.
Maggie’s Lanarkshire is hosting “Lunch and a Laugh,” an afternoon of stand-up comedy and magic on April 11th, featuring performers Patrick Rolink, Graham Mackie, and Chris Dinwoodie, to raise funds for cancer support. Tickets cost £25, with proceeds aiding the free services Maggie’s offers to affected individuals.
A group of 24 golfing friends – supported by several partners – have raised an incredible £1,500 for Maggie’s Lanarkshire after organising a week‑long charity golf trip in Belek, Turkey. The group, led by trip organiser Paul Bolton (age 60, from Larkhall), played six rounds of golf across four courses from 29 November to 6 December, combining friendly competition with […]
Maggie’s Lanarkshire hosted its annual Christmas Noel Lunch on November 28, 2025, at Crossbasket Castle, uniting the community and raising £70,000 for cancer support services. Guests enjoyed festive meals, live performances, and a lively dance featuring the Carluke Young Farmers and the Red Hot Chilli Pipers, fostering a joyful atmosphere.
Joe O’Neill, a 33-year-old from Leeds, is running from Celtic Park in Glasgow to Elland Road in Leeds to support Maggie’s charity, which offers free cancer support. His journey reflects personal memories with his late father and aims to raise awareness of cancer’s emotional toll while promoting Maggie’s valuable services.
Mark Roberts, a Royal Navy Marine, undertook the challenge of cycling from Joan O’Groats to Land’s End while hiking the UK’s highest peaks in memory of his partner Claire, who passed away before the event. Despite his loss, Mark raised over £10,000 for three charities, demonstrating resilience and purpose in his endeavor.
Join the Blantyre Miners Community Garden this Saturday, September 20th, 2025, from 12 noon to 2:00 PM for a fundraising event supporting Maggie’s Lanarkshire. Enjoy homemade cakes and drinks while connecting with the community. Your participation helps provide essential support for those affected by cancer. Bring friends and family!
Robert Harley has flogged his antique concertina and donated the proceeds to two local cancer charities. Robert was at home watching BBC TV Show ‘Flog It’ when a familiar looking concertina made an appearance on screen. The 70-year-old said “On the programme the concertina which was a Wheatstone was valued at £500 because of its condition […]