SATURDAY, 17th October 2009
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Saturday, 17th October 2009 will be the start of a new event The Great Scottish 100 taking place over a period of six days and covering some of Scotland's most stunning landscapes. The Concept: A walking challenge of 100 miles in 6 days over 6 different routes throughout Scotland. Each route will average 16.5 miles. The final and 100th Mile will be ‘The Royal Mile Walk’; everyone will parade down Edinburgh’s Royal Mile to the official finishing line at The Palace of Holyrood. The Great Scottish 100 is designed to be a challenging but achievable event. Walkers can enter as a team of 4-6 people or as individuals. No time to spare or would you prefer a shorter alternative then why not choose two or three consecutive days out of the six over the routes that you like, you can even choose just one of the routes and have a great day out hill walking. Start Areas Activities: In addition to The Great Scottish 100 a series of fundraising and accessible mini walks will be held at each of the start areas, ideal for local participants not taking part in the major event. The event finishes on Friday 23th October with The Royal Mile Walk: the 100th Mile and the Presentation of Medals. This will be a Celebration Parade of all The Great Scottish 100 walkers from Edinburgh Castle to The Palace of Holyrood. Walkers will lead the parade followed, pipe bands and an open top bus will add to the fun carnival atmosphere of the parade. At the conclusion of The Royal Mile Walk to The Palace of Holyrood all walkers will be presented with their Great Scottish 100 completion medals. Due to the nature of the event entries will have to be restricted. With this in mind and the level of interest already shown you will appreciate the amount of advance planning that is required in organising an event of this kind you will understand our need to register your interest as soon as possible. If you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact me.
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