Frequently Asked Questions.
Frequently Asked Questions.
1. How much does is cost to enter?
If you are walking for an affiliated charity the entry fee is £10 and £8
concession for under 18s, students, unemployed and senior citizens.
If you are walking for a charity that is not affiliated to the walk then
the entry fee is £15 and there is £12 concession for the above people.
Dogs : welcome to enter and are charged the same price as the person they walk with
Unfortunately there are no refunds available for cancellations
2. When and where does the walk start?
25 May 2008 – Glasgow
From Bellahouston Park Palace of Art
22 June 2008 - Edinburgh
From Meadowbank Stadium at 10am
Leaves the stadium at 10.30
12 mile walk start 11am from Holyrood
6 mile walk starts at 11.20 from Holyrood
3. How do I get an entry form?
Download from the website or we will post one to you
4. When do I get my sponsorship form?
From the charity you are walking for or from the web-site
5. I want to turn up on the day. Can I still walk?
Yes, there will be a later entry desk from 8am This may get crowded and so we suggest you apply in advance if possible
6. I don't have an affiliated charity but I would like to raise money for charity & walk
Why not sponsor the GSW mascot. The proceeds will be divided amongst our affiliated charities – list available on the web-site
7. I don't want to get sponsor ship but I'd still like to support the GSW by walking?
Yes no problem, you just need to pay £15 for each adult walker that enters
8. What do I get for finishing the walk?
Each walker will receive a medal, certificate and a goody bag. There will also be opportunities to have your photograph taken and have your medal engraved
9. How will I know my position in the walk?
The information will be available on the GSW website after the walk
10. What awards are available?
There are trophies/prizes in each of the categories on the entry form
11. How do I get to Meadowbank Stadium or Bellahouston Park ?
Map on reverse side of the letter
12. Can I park at Meadowbank?
Parking is available outside the stadium and there is limited parking at Meadowbank House
13. Where do I get Great Scottish Walk and Wee Walk T shirts?
These will be available on the day of the walk in four sizes: small, medium, large and extra large price £8.50p each.
14.Where can I meet up with friends/fellow walkers?
You can arrange to meet them at your charity stall
15. Can I volunteer to help at GSW?
The success of the GSW depends on the strength of our team of volunteers. We are looking for volunteers to:
We provide all volunteers with lunch.
16. What do I do with the sponsorship money I have raised?
If you have sponsored the GSW mascot send to our address otherwise please post direct to the charity you have chosen to support.
17. I want to change my charity. How do I do this?
Please inform both your charities
18. Wee Walks
Any entrant can change their walk time by just arriving at the new time
19. No need to register for the run/walk/toddle
20. Monies can be raised for community or school projects. If children are raising money for one school in one area then the school does not need to affiliate, but if the school wants to raise money outside their area at other wee walks then they must affiliate
21. The £5 or 10 registration fee pays for the event organisation and administration but all sponsorship money goes to charity
Terms & Conditions
Conditions of Entry
All entrants must pay the sums asked for and give an address by e-mail or via the entry form. If the charity you are walking for is not affiliated to The Great Scottish Walk then the fee is £15 per person.
On receipt of your entry you will receive an official sponsor form(s). The walk numbers, walk instructions, and information will be sent to you nearer the time of the walk
All entrants must be physically and mentally fit enough to take part and do so at their own risk. The organisers reserve the right to refuse entry to any person from walking and will not be liable for any injury or damage arising out of any aspects of the event. Only walkers finishing the event are eligible for a commemorative medal. The organisers reserve the right to withhold the medal and publishing the walker's name if they believe the walker has not completed the requisite number of miles.
No monies are refunded once paid, and re-entry to another category e.g changing from 12 miles to 6 miles necessitates an additional payment. All walkers must wear clothing that does not cause offence or breaks the law.
Route
All walkers must keep within the route as signposted and instructed by marshalls or the police. The marshals have the right to recommend disqualification for any walker to the organisers.
First Aid
This is provided from the start point of the walk but marshalls can access this service on route if requested. Water and energy snack bars will be available at designated parts of the route.
Monies Raised
All monies raised must be paid directly to your chosen charity (or mascot) by August 9th following the walk.
Dogs
Are welcome to take part in the walk and must pay the same fee as their owner. They too will receive a walker number, which must be displayed on their collar. They must be kept under control at all times. Water will be made available for them on route.
