STRATHCARRON HOSPICE has announced its fundraising partner for next year’s Falkirk Wheel Abseil.

The event, which has become a staple of the hospice’s events calendar, will be held on Sunday, March 16, 2025.

This year, Strathcarron has partnered with Haldane Construction in supporting the fundraiser which will raise vital funds to go towards the work the hospice does.

Claire Kennedy, corporate fundraiser at Strathcarron, said: “This is a unique fundraising event where our supporters have the opportunity to abseil from the world’s only rotating boat life.

“At a height of 100 feet, it really is no mean feat.

“We are very grateful to Peter and the team at Haldane Construction for keeping the hospice in their thoughts and sponsoring the event.

“Thanks to them, all the money we raise through sponsorship will go direct to caring for people when they need us most.”

Strathcarron Hospice has a close place in Haldane Construction’s heart, after founder Andrew Haldane was treated in the facility shortly before his death.

Andrew founded the business in 2003 and was instrumental in growing Haldane to what it is today, but sadly passed away in 2020 after a short battle with cancer.

Peter Archibald, managing director at Haldane, added: “Four years have now passed since the tragic lose of Andrew – my friend, mentor and leader.

“My primary aim when continuing the business was to ensure his legacy lives on in every way possible.

“It’s a true privilege to support Strathcarron Hospice through this sponsorship, a crucial part of honouring Andrew’s memory.

“I’m deeply grateful to the team at Strathcarron for their exceptional care during Andrew’s final days.

“I hope this event will raise significant funds to support the wonderful work they do. Thank you to everyone involved in making this initiative possible.”

For more information and to sign up for the abseil, visit strathcarronhospice.net/Event/Falkirk-wheel-abseil-2025.