Aberdeen FC Community Trust is involved as a recipient charity in this year’s Kiltwalk and is calling on the local community to don their tartan and raise as much money as possible to support local people.
Last year’s event raised over £5,000 for AFCCT and the plan for the 2017 Kiltwalk is to be even bigger and better!
Each year thousands of walkers come together at the Kiltwalk events all over Scotland and have an unforgettable day out while changing lives and AFCCT would love for the Red Army to join in the fun at this year’s event.
Below are some FAQs on the Kiltwalk and fundraising as well as the lowdown on all the entertainment which will be provided for a great day out!
What is Kiltwalk?
Kiltwalk is a unique charity that enables walkers to raise money for a Scottish charity of their choice. The Kiltwalks are a series of unique walking events in Scotland that act as a healthy and fun fundraising activity which enables people to generate money for their chosen charities.
The walks are a powerful fundraising model, developed and under-written by Sir Tom Hunter and The Hunter Foundation. Their support will enable 110% of the sponsorship money raised by Kiltwalkers to go directly to their charity or local cause. Every walker can select the charity or local cause that they wish to donate to, you can choose to walk for Aberdeen FC Community Trust!
When will the Kiltwalk be held in Aberdeen?
This year’s Aberdeen Kiltwalk will be held on Sunday 4th June.
Where does the walk start and finish?
This year's Aberdeen Kiltwalk route sets off at Duthie Park at 9am, before heading out of the city on to the scenic Deeside Way and ending at Potarch Green.
Walkers can choose between the Mighty Stride at 26 miles long, the Big Stroll which is 15.5 miles and the Wee Wander at 8 miles long.
Where do I register?
To sign up for the 2017 Kiltwalk click here and join the Kilted Red Army team to walk for Aberdeen FC Community Trust!
How much of the money I raise will go to Aberdeen FC Community Trust?
The Kiltwalk events are a powerful fundraising vehicle for Scotland’s charities with 110% of every penny raised going to AFCCT. If you choose to walk for a AFCCT, every penny you raise will go straight to the Trust to help provide support and opportunity.
Why do I have to pay a registration fee if I’m fundraising?
Your registration fee is put towards the running costs of the Kiltwalk events, such as: the marquees, stages, Red Cross, security, toilets, refreshments, signage and many other costs. All the sponsorship money you raise will go pound for pound (plus an added 10%) to AFCCT. The more money you raise in sponsorship, the more money AFCCT will receive.
What does my registration fee go towards?
Entry fee for The Mighty Stride: • £31.65 per adult/child – includes £25 registration fee + VAT + processing fee. • Please note that entrants must be 13 years and over to take part in The Mighty Stride. • For your entry fee, you will receive entry ticket, walker guide, two meal vouchers, Kiltwalk finishers medal, snacks/refreshments throughout the route as well as a full day and night of entertainment.
Entry fee for The Big Stroll: • £31.65 per adult/child – includes £25 registration fee + VAT + processing fee. • Please note that entrants must be 10 years and over to take part in The Big Stroll. • For your entry fee, you will receive entry ticket, walker guide, one meal voucher, Kiltwalk finishers medal, snacks/refreshments throughout the route as well as a full day and night of entertainment.
Entry fee for The Wee Wander: • £12.66 per adult – includes £10 registration fee + VAT + processing fee. • £6.33 per child – includes £5 registration fee + VAT + processing fee. • FREE entry for children aged 5 and under – no VAT or registration fee. • For your entry fee, you will receive entry ticket, walker guide, one meal voucher, Kiltwalk finishers medal, snacks/refreshments throughout the route as well as a full day and night of entertainment.
There will be various snacks provided at different points throughout the walks and those taking part in a 13 miles or 26 mile Kiltwalk will receive two hot meals. Lunch will be provided at one of the Pit Stops (check information in the ‘Walker Pack’ for more specific information). At the end of each walk every participant will receive a meal voucher to spend in the Kiltwalk Village.
Is there a minimum amount I need to raise?
The Kiltwalk always tries to keep things simple to allow walkers to raise funds for the charities and causes they care about. There is no minimum amount to raise and whether you are walking on your own or in a team, 110% of your sponsorship money will go to AFCCT.
Is there any entertainment throughout the day?
Yes, during the Kiltwalk you will call in at a number of pit stops which are run by a variety of Scottish charities. Each pit stop will have organised its own entertainment to keep your energy at every stage of the event. As you cross the finish line you will enter the Kiltwalk Village where you will be able to have a meal and enjoy some live music from the Red Hot Chilli Pipers as well as lots of other entertainment!
Furthermore, AFCCT and AFC are offering some opportunities for participants who take on the challenge…
• Everyone who registers to walk for AFCCT will be entered in to a prize draw to win a personalised AFC shirt signed by the 1st team • Biggest registered group will win tickets to a match at Pittodrie and an activity on the pitch at half-time • Individual/group that raises the most money will win tickets to a match at Pittodrie and an activity on the pitch at half-time
Arnold Clark are also giving everyone the chance to win a brand new 17 plate car!
Good Luck everyone!
For more information email [email protected]
For more information email [email protected]
