Kiltwalk 2026
Claim your FREE place for the Kiltwalk!
Take on an epic Kiltwalk challenge, get behind your NHS and change lives with every step.
Commit to raising a minimum of £100 for NHS Lothian Charity if walking the Mighty Stride or Big Stroll, or £50 for the Wee Wander, and you can claim your FREE Kiltwalk place on us.
Claim your FREE place today – Limited spaces available
Choose your challenge
Distances available to suit all ages and abilities:
The Mighty Stride (approx. 20 miles)
Conquer 20 miles of stunning Scottish scenery
Cost: £20 – with our discount you pay £0
Pledge to raise £100
The Big Stroll (approx. 11 miles)
Enjoy a beautiful 11 mile walk
Cost: £20 – with our discount you pay £0
Pledge to raise £100
The Wee Wander (approx. 4 miles)
Enjoy a family (or furry friend) friendly 4-mile walk
Cost: £13 for an adult place – with our discount you pay £0. Child places £7 – with our discount you pay £0
Pledge to raise £50
Please note that walk routes are estimated because they are different for each location. Age restrictions may apply to some of the walks – see our FAQs below for more information.
Join walkers like our very own NHS Lothian Charge Nurse, Sam Slight, and her team, The Transplant Trekkers who raised over £10,500 from the Kiltwalk.
For Sam, the walk was deeply personal as she had cared for many of the transplant patients who joined the team.
“Participating in the Kiltwalk evolved a little bit from being all about organ donation week” Sam said. “But especially walking it with patients and their families, I felt it was more about the [organ] donation itself – about giving these guys the opportunity to do this. They were able to walk 5 or 11 miles. It was one participant’s two-year anniversary that day, and two years ago their life was very, very different. Another participant came to us as a patient only 18 months before. That’s what it’s all about – the awareness that without organ donation, this doesn’t happen for them.”
“I’m always grateful to be part of their journey. They’ll say they’re grateful for us, but it’s a two-sided thing.”
The money Sam and her team raised will help support innovative equipment and meaningful projects that bring comfort, dignity, and reassurance to patients and their families during some of their toughest moments. It will also support services like volunteering, ensuring patients are warmly welcomed, guided through the hospital, and supported on wards when they need a friendly face most.
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Event dates and locations
- Edinburgh Kiltwalk – 13 September 2026
- Glasgow Kiltwalk – 25 April 2026 (Big Stroll Only)
- Glasgow Kiltwalk – 26 April 2026
- Aberdeen Kiltwalk – 7 June 2026
- Dundee Kiltwalk – 16 August 2026
Benefits of taking part
The Kiltwalk is such an incredible event to be part of with the event organisers creating a high-energy, electric atmosphere, cheering on all our walkers and providing snacks along the way. All the participants rave about what a fantastic experience it is.
What you can expect when you sign up:
- A walkers’ guide
- FREE NHS Lothian Charity t-shirt
- Food and refreshments at pitstops
- Stunning Scottish scenery and a fantastic atmosphere
- Food voucher at the finish
- Lots of free merchandise from sponsors on the day
- A fun day out for all ages – why not bring your furry friend along too!
- A medal for your achievements
- Bags of encouragement and fundraising support from our fundraising team
Your support makes a difference
Whether it’s receiving care or a helping hand in tough times, the NHS touches all our lives. Taking part in the Kiltwalk and becoming one of our #CharityChampions is a great way to say #ThankYouNHS. The money you raise can help us invest in specialist equipment that supports recovery, create comfortable, welcoming environments that reduce stress and anxiety, and enhance wellbeing support for our hardworking, dedicated NHS Lothian colleagues.
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Here are just some of the ways supporters like you are making a difference:
The power of connection: Supporting young people with cancer
Your donations helped support a residential weekend at Crieff Hydro for nine young people (13-17) undergoing cancer treatment. From exhilarating activities like high ropes, archery, laser tag, tennis and swimming to relaxing moments of connection and shared experiences, the residential provided a safe and nurturing environment for them to try something new, connect with others who understood their journey, and simply enjoy being themselves.
Reminiscence Interactive Therapy Activities (RITA)
Everyone has a story to tell and your donations are helping patients tell theirs. RITA is an innovative digital therapy system that allows patients to access entertainment, games and other leisure activities as part of their day to day care and recovery. It can also help to spark memories that encourage communication and social interaction as well as helping staff to deliver better, and more personal, care.
Creating spaces for staff to rest, recharge and relax
We recognise that a healthy and supported workforce leads to better patient care. We want those who are caring for us, and those closest to us, to be at their very best. Thanks to your generous donations, we have helped create 117 staff wellbeing spaces across NHS Lothian, offering a calm space for relaxation. From gardens to quiet rooms, these spaces have helped boost morale, reduce stress, and helped increase connections with colleagues.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Kiltwalk
The entry fee is listed above for each distance. However, when you choose to walk in aid of NHS Lothian Charity, you’ll receive a code to claim your free place.
Yes, we ask our walkers to pledge to raise a minimum fundraising target based on the distance they choose.
- Mighty Stride and Big Stroll: Pledge to raise £100
- Wee Wander: Pledge to raise £50
Don’t worry though, we’ll be here to help you every step of the way with tips, tools, and encouragement! And remember, every pound you raise helps us provide enhanced care and comfort for NHS Lothian patients and support our incredible NHS staff.
To help you stay on track, we also set key fundraising milestones: at least 50% of your fundraising target one month before the event, 85% by the date of the event, with the remaining amount to be raised 4 weeks after event day.
These milestones are designed to support you throughout your journey, keep you motivated, and help you reach your target with confidence.
You can find out more in our Fundraising Events Terms and Conditions
We’ve got you covered! Once you sign up, you’ll receive:
- Helpful tools, tips and encouragement on the run up to the event
- Ongoing support from our friendly fundraising team
- A dedicated contact for any questions or encouragement you need
- Mighty Stride – entrants must be 13 years and above on the day of the event.
- Big Stroll – entrants must be 10 years and above on the day of the event.
- Wee Wander – Children 5-15 years/Adults 16+ years