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Glasgow Times
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow's Royal Hospital for Children mark Star Wars Day
Members of the Imperial Scottish Garrison dressed up as the movie franchise characters to visit the children on the ward and give them a galactically good day. Kirsten Watson, CEO at Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity, said: 'Our young patients had a lot of fun celebrating Star Wars Day, as we welcomed our friends from the Imperial Scottish Garrison to the hospital. READ MORE: Marks & Spencer objected to circus but councillors say otherwise 'Visits like this are a fun, exciting distraction for children on days that might otherwise feel monotonous and bring a little bit of magic to the wards.' The Imperial Scottish Garrison represents the Scottish mainland and islands of the United Kingdom for the 501st Legion, which is a worldwide Star Wars fan club. The club celebrate the Star Wars universe using costumes and props, specifically Stormtrooper characters, Imperial forces and other various 'bad guy' characters. READ MORE: How much does it cost to be dropped off or picked up at Glasgow Airport? The Legion is a volunteer club and was formed to bring together costume enthusiasts. They aim to contribute to the local community through charity and volunteer work. The 501st Legion has over 33,000 costumes, 15,500 members and spans six continents. Star Wars Day was created by fans and the chosen date is thanks to the infamous quote from the first movie, 'May the force be with you.'
STV News
21-04-2025
- Health
- STV News
Hundreds of bikers rev up at children's hospital following Easter charity parade
Hundreds of bikers revved up at a children's hospital in Glasgow as part of an annual Easter charity parade. The Easter Egg Run, now in its 46th year, is held in aid of the Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity on Easter Sunday and this year marked a return to the hospital itself, offering young patients the chance to see the convoy up close. Dressed brightly, around 900 bikers converged at Glasgow Green before heading off on a vibrant parade throughout the city's landmarks. Despite being an Easter Egg Run, participants are urged not to bring chocolate treats as many young patients or are on special diets or 'nil by mouth'. A voluntary £10 donation is suggested instead. Glasgow Children's Hospital via Supplied Money raised from the event helps to fund support for young patients Glasgow Children's Hospital via Supplied Glasgow Children's Hospital via Supplied Bikers gather at the hospital after the Easter charity parade Glasgow Children's Hospital via Supplied Money raised from the event helps to fund vital projects, medical equipment, and support services for young patients and their families. Kirsten Watson, chief executive of Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity, said: 'The Easter Egg Run is a highlight of the year for so many of the children in hospital. 'For nearly five decades now, it's been a shining example of the generosity and spirit of Scotland's biking community. 'We're so thankful to everyone who took part and helped bring smiles, laughter and a little bit of magic to the hospital this Easter.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
BBC News
20-04-2025
- General
- BBC News
Bikers gather at hospital after Easter charity parade
More than 900 bikers have converged on Glasgow's children's hospital after taking part in an annual Easter charity Easter Egg Run in aid of the Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity is now in its 46th year. Despite its name, participants are urged not to bring Easter eggs as many young patients or are on special diets or "nil by mouth". Instead a voluntary £10 donation is suggested. The bikers assembled at Glasgow Green before heading off on a noisy watched as they passed some of the city's landmarks and crossed the Clyde Arc - or "Squinty Bridge" - on their way to the hospital south of the river. Kirsten Watson, chief executive of Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity, said: "The Easter Egg Run is a highlight of the year for so many of the children in hospital. "For nearly five decades now, it's been a shining example of the generosity and spirit of Scotland's biking community. "We're so thankful to everyone who took part and helped bring smiles, laughter and a little bit of magic to the hospital this Easter."
