Huge amount raised over the weekend

More than £3 million has been raised over the weekend as thousands took part in one of the the country’s most popular fundraisers.

In total 19,000 people walking for 1,100 Scottish charities took part in the Glasgow Kiltwalk.

Sir Chris Hoy’s Tour de Four charity cycling event was a special feature this year following the Olympian’s cancer diagnosis.

The Hunter Foundation, founded by philanthropist Sir Tom Hunter, underwrites Kiltwalk, ensuring that all money raised by walkers goes to the charities of their choice, plus gift aid.

Sir Tom, who led the walkers on both days, said: “In the 10 years that The Hunter Foundation has been involved with Kiltwalk, you and our foundation have raised an incredible £53 million for 4,000 Scottish charities.

“I believe the magic of Kiltwalk is quite simple: in every community across Scotland, there are people who need a wee hand up, and there are good folks like you who get up in the morning and help them.

“All the Kiltwalk does is simply connect you. There isn’t a prouder Scotsman on the planet than me this morning.”

Comedian and broadcaster Paddy McGuinness was among those who took part in the Kiltwalk on Saturday.

Further Kiltwalks will take place in the coming months, in Aberdeen on Sunday June 1, St Andrews to Dundee on Sunday August 17 and Edinburgh on Sunday September 14.