Take on the Dundee Kiltwalk for Down’s Syndrome Scotland!
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!
When: 16th August 2026
Where: Starting in St Andrews
Registration fee: £7 – £20
If you are interested in taking part in the Kiltwalk you can sign up now directly with the Kiltwalk at the link below.
Why walk for Down’s Syndrome Scotland?
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.
How we will support you?
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.
Take on one of the most stunning marathons in the World for Down’s Syndrome Scotland!
The Baxters Loch Ness Marathon follows a spectacular point-to-point route alongside world famous Loch Ness, starting in an atmospheric moorland setting and continues through stunning Highland scenery, taking runners along the south-eastern shores of Loch Ness, across the River Ness, to finish in Inverness, the capital city of the Highlands.
We are able to offer a reduced entry fee of £35 for our fundraiser (full price £65).
We are asking our runners to raise a minimum of £350.
When: Sunday 29th September 2024
Where: Loch Ness – Inverness
Registration fee: £35
Sponshorship: £350
Why support Down’s Syndrome Scotland?
By running for Down’s Syndrome Scotland, you can help us make amazing things happen for people with Down’s syndrome living in Scotland.We want every person with Down’s syndrome to reach their full potential. We know that one of the best ways of making this happen is by supporting families and carers.
How we will support you
When you sign up to do the Loch Ness Marathon for us, you will receive:
Do you already have a place?
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.
Take to the skies for a breathtaking and exhilarating experience of a lifetime!
Challenge yourself to jump from an aircraft at a whopping 13,000 feet and plunge down to earth at speeds of over 120mph and help us fund our vital work supporting people with Down’s syndrome and their families.
Select and date and airfield that is most convenient to you. You will be provided with all the training, equipment and support by the qualified instructors and skydive team.
You can book your Skydive through Skyline – you will be required to pay a registration fee of £70 on booking and the remaining cost of the jump will be paid for by us as long as the minimum fundraising requirement is met.
When: Various days and times throughout the year
Where: St Andrews, Auchterarder or Errol
Registration fee: £70 deposit
Minimum fundraising target: £395 – £450 depending on airfield and cost of the jump
If you are interested in doing a Skydive you can book now via Skyline at the link below.
Why skydive for Down’s Syndrome Scotland?
By taking part in a Skydive, you can help us make amazing things happen for people with Down’s syndrome living in Scotland.
How will we support you?
When you sign up to skydive for us, you will receive:
Join us for the Aberdeen Tower Abseil!
Participants will abseil 131ft off the summit of the iconic Kings Tower with a spectacular view from the top and an adrenalin rush when you abseil down.
No experience is necessary and you will receive safe and expert guidance throughout.
You do need to be at least 16 years old to take part, with written permission from an adult if 16 years old. Maximum weight is 18 stone.
When: Saturday 17 August
Where: Kings Church, Aberdeen
Registration fee: £20
Sponsorship: £150
Why abseil for Down’s Syndrome Scotland?
By taking part in the Aberdeen Abseil, you can help us make amazing things happen for people with Down’s syndrome living in Scotland.
When you sign up to abseil for us, you will receive:
Take your support to new heights and Zipslide 1000 ft across the water at Strathclyde Park
NEW LOCATION ALERT! Zip Through the Skies at Strathclyde Park!
We’ve never done this before… and you don’t want to miss it!
For the first time ever, Down’s Syndrome Scotland is bringing our legendary Zipslide Challenge to the stunning Strathclyde Park Loch.
Get ready to fly across 1,000ft of pure adrenaline as you soar above the water with breathtaking views all around. This is your chance to tick off an epic bucket-list adventure while making a real difference.
We’re asking all our participants to pay an advanced sponsorship fee of £20.00 and promise to raise a minimum of £200. We will provide all the support you need to help you meet and beat your fundraising goal.
When: Sunday 16 August 2026
Where: Strathclyde Park, Glasgow
Registration fee: £20.00
Sponsorship: £200.00
If you are interested in taking part you can register now at the link below.
Restrictions
By taking part in Scotland’s Big Zipslide, 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: