A brand-new experience for Down’s Syndrome Scotland supporters! An abseil off the tallest whisky distillery in the world! It’s our best event yet, it’s the Port of Leith Distillery Abseil!

This is the first time this event has ever been done by anyone! This is a truly unique experience for you to ascend the 100ft drop off the Port of Leith Distillery. And, what a view you’ll have, with views across Edinburgh’s skyline and of the historic Royal Yacht Britannia beside you! Standing proudly on the waterfront, the Port of Leith Distillery is the UK’s first vertical distillery, a striking nine-storey tower wedged into Edinburgh’s historic harbour.

Restrictions: Participants must be 11 years old and over and weigh under 120kg.

When: Saturday 10 May 2025

Where: Port of Leith, Edinburgh

Registration fee: £20

Sponsorship: £200

If you are interested in taking part you can register now at the link below.

We want to help everyone with Down’s syndrome reach their fullest potential through every age and stage of life. We know that one of the best ways of doing this is by supporting families and carers.

As a small, committed charity we want to ensure we reach every community in Scotland that needs us, by not only providing support, services and training but also calling out injustice and inequality.

By taking part in the Scottish Half Marathon, you can help us make amazing things happen for people with Down’s syndrome living in Scotland.

When you sign up to run for us, you will receive:

Far more than just a 10K – the Women’s 10K is a proactive, challenging way to engage women in physical activity and promote health & well-being all year round.

Women’s 10K is an all-inclusive event with no stigmas & no judgment. Just a strong, supportive community of women who come together and make a positive change.

We’re asking all our participants to promise to raise at least £150 in sponsorship plus £20 in advance sponsorship to secure your place. We will provide all the support you need to help you meet and beat your fundraising goal.

When: Sunday 21 September 2025

Where: Edinburgh

Advanced Sponsorship fee: £20

Sponsorship: £150

If you are interested in taking part you can register now at the link below.

We want to help everyone with Down’s syndrome reach their fullest potential through every age and stage of life. We know that one of the best ways of doing this is by supporting families and carers.

As a small, committed charity we want to ensure we reach every community in Scotland that needs us, by not only providing support, services and training but also calling out injustice and inequality.

By taking part in the 2025 Women’s 10K Edinburgh, you can help us make amazing things happen for people with Down’s syndrome living in Scotland.

When you sign up to run for us, you will receive:

Far more than just a 10K – the Women’s 10K is a proactive, challenging way to engage women in physical activity and promote health & well-being all year round.

Women’s 10K is an all-inclusive event with no stigmas & no judgment. Just a strong, supportive community of women who come together and make a positive change.

We’re asking all our participants to promise to raise at least £150 in sponsorship plus £20 in advance sponsorship to secure your place. We will provide all the support you need to help you meet and beat your fundraising goal.

When: Sunday 15 June 2025

Where: Glasgow

Advanced Sponsorship fee: £20

Sponsorship: £150

If you are interested in taking part you can register now at the link below.

We want to help everyone with Down’s syndrome reach their fullest potential through every age and stage of life. We know that one of the best ways of doing this is by supporting families and carers.

As a small, committed charity we want to ensure we reach every community in Scotland that needs us, by not only providing support, services and training but also calling out injustice and inequality.

By taking part in the 2025 Women’s 10K Glasgow, you can help us make amazing things happen for people with Down’s syndrome living in Scotland.

When you sign up to run for us, you will receive:

Men’s 10K is a series of timed 10k runs that provides a proactive and challenging way to engage men in healthy physical activity and to promote health and wellbeing all year round.

Men’s 10K offers men of all running abilities the opportunity to enjoy being involved in mass participation event. We actively encourage men who have not previously exercised to use the event as a motivational tool to get off the couch and get fit!

We’re asking all our participants to promise to raise at least £150 in sponsorship plus £20 in advance sponsorship to secure your place. We will provide all the support you need to help you meet and beat your fundraising goal.

When: Sunday 21 September 2025

Where: Edinburgh

Advanced Sponsorship fee: £20

Sponsorship: £150

If you are interested in taking part you can register now at the link below.

We want to help everyone with Down’s syndrome reach their fullest potential through every age and stage of life. We know that one of the best ways of doing this is by supporting families and carers.

As a small, committed charity we want to ensure we reach every community in Scotland that needs us, by not only providing support, services and training but also calling out injustice and inequality.

By taking part in the 2025 Men’s 10K Edinburgh, you can help us make amazing things happen for people with Down’s syndrome living in Scotland.

When you sign up to run for us, you will receive:

Men’s 10K is a series of timed 10k runs that provides a proactive and challenging way to engage men in healthy physical activity and to promote health and wellbeing all year round.

Men’s 10K offers men of all running abilities the opportunity to enjoy being involved in mass participation event. We actively encourage men who have not previously exercised to use the event as a motivational tool to get off the couch and get fit!

We’re asking all our participants to promise to raise at least £150 in sponsorship plus £20 in advance sponsorship to secure your place. We will provide all the support you need to help you meet and beat your fundraising goal.

When: Sunday 15 June 2025

Where: Glasgow

Advanced Sponsorship fee: £20

Sponsorship: £150

If you are interested in taking part you can register now at the link below.

We want to help everyone with Down’s syndrome reach their fullest potential through every age and stage of life. We know that one of the best ways of doing this is by supporting families and carers.

As a small, committed charity we want to ensure we reach every community in Scotland that needs us, by not only providing support, services and training but also calling out injustice and inequality.

By taking part in the 2025 Mens 10K Glasgow, you can help us make amazing things happen for people with Down’s syndrome living in Scotland.

When you sign up to run for us, you will receive:

Brush off your tartan, pull on your boots and Take A Step Forward for Down’s syndrome in Scotland at the Aberdeen Kiltwalk!

The Kiltwalk is a great event for the whole family, furry members too! Whether you’re a veteran Kiltwalker, or ready for a new walking challenge with colleagues, family or friends, there’s something for everyone with 2 Walking Distances to choose from!

  • Mighty Stride – 18 miles
  • Wee Wander – 4 miles

When: 1st June 2025

Where: Aberdeen

Registration fee: £6.50 – £20

If you are interested in taking part in the Kiltwalk you can sign up now directly with the Kiltwalk at the link below.

We want to help everyone with Down’s syndrome reach their fullest potential through every age and stage of life. We know that one of the best ways of doing this is by supporting families and carers.

As a small, committed charity we want to ensure we reach every community in Scotland that needs us, by not only providing support, services and training but also calling out injustice and inequality.

By taking part in the Kiltwalk, you can help us make amazing things happen for people with Down’s syndrome living in Scotland.

When you sign up to do the Kiltwalk for us, you will receive:

If you have any questions, please contact us by emailing fundraising@dsscotland.org.uk or call 0300 030 2121.

Brush off your tartan, pull on your boots and Take A Step Forward for Down’s syndrome in Scotland at the Glasgow Kiltwalk in 2025!

The Kiltwalk is a great event for the whole family, furry members too! Whether you’re a veteran Kiltwalker, or ready for a new walking challenge with colleagues, family or friends, there’s something for everyone with 3 walking distances to choose from!

  • Mighty Stride – approx. 23 miles
  • Big Stroll – approx. 14 miles
  • Wee Wander – approx. 3 miles

When: 26/27th April 2025

Where: Glasgow

Registration fee: £6.50 -£20

If you are interested in taking part in the Kiltwalk you can sign up now directly with the Kiltwalk at the link below.

When you sign up to do the Kiltwalk for us, you will receive:

Brush off your tartan, pull on your boots and Take A Step Forward for Down’s syndrome in Scotland at the Edinburgh Kiltwalk in 2025!

The Kiltwalk is a great event for the whole family, furry members too! Whether you’re a veteran Kiltwalker, or ready for a new walking challenge with colleagues, family or friends, there’s something for everyone with 3 walking distances to choose from!

  • Mighty Stride – approx. 21 miles
  • Big Stroll – approx. 11 miles
  • Wee Wander – approx. 5 miles

When: 14th September 2025

Where: Edinburgh

Registration fee: £6.50 -£20

If you are interested in taking part in the Kiltwalk you can sign up now directly with the Kiltwalk at the link below.

When you sign up to do the Kiltwalk for us, you will receive:

Brush off your tartan, pull on your boots and Take A Step Forward for Down’s syndrome in Scotland at the Dundee Kiltwalk!

The Kiltwalk is a great event for the whole family, furry members too! Whether you’re a veteran Kiltwalker, or ready for a new walking challenge with colleagues, family or friends, there’s something for everyone with 2 Walking Distances to choose from!

  • Mighty Stride – 20 miles
  • Wee Wander – 4 miles

When: 17th August 2025

Where: Starting in St Andrews

Registration fee: £6.50 – £20

If you are interested in taking part in the Kiltwalk you can sign up now directly with the Kiltwalk at the link below.

We want to help everyone with Down’s syndrome reach their fullest potential through every age and stage of life. We know that one of the best ways of doing this is by supporting families and carers.

As a small, committed charity we want to ensure we reach every community in Scotland that needs us, by not only providing support, services and training but also calling out injustice and inequality.

By taking part in the Kiltwalk, you can help us make amazing things happen for people with Down’s syndrome living in Scotland.

When you sign up to do the Kiltwalk for us, you will receive:

If you have any questions, please contact us by emailing fundraising@dsscotland.org.uk or call 0300 030 2121.

Entries for the 2025 Edinburgh Marathon Festival are now open!

Starting in the historic Scottish capital, this route boasts the best of elegant city and stunning coastline. Known to be one of the UK’s fastest marathons!  

When: Sunday 25th May 2025

Where: Holyrood Park, Edinburgh

Registration fee: Full – £50.00, Half £25.00

Minimum fundraising target: Full Marathon – £500, Half Marathon – £250

We want to help everyone with Down’s syndrome reach their fullest potential through every age and stage of life. We know that one of the best ways of doing this is by supporting families and carers.

As a small, committed charity we want to ensure we reach every community in Scotland that needs us, by not only providing support, services and training but also calling out injustice and inequality.

By running for Down’s Syndrome Scotland, you can help us make amazing things happen for people with Down’s syndrome living in Scotland.

When you sign up to do the Edinburgh Marathon Festival for us, you will receive:

If you have any questions, please contact us by emailing fundraising@dsscotland.org.uk or call 0300 030 2121.

If you already have your own place in the race and would like to support Down’s Syndrome Scotland, please get in touch either by filling out the form above or emailing fundraising@dsscotland.org.uk.