Darts tournament in Banknock raising money for Strathcarron Hospice in memory of 'Boab' Campbell

The fun and fast paced event, taking place on Saturday, May 9, at 1pm, and scheduled to last all day, is raising money for Strathcarron Hospice and open to both dedicated and casual fans of the sport.

The event, now in its third year, was launched in memory of popular Banknock local Boab, after he sadly passed away in January 2024, aged 58, following a short battle with cancer.

Mr Campbell’s son and daughter, Craig and Simone, aged 31 and 35, alongside Banknock Community Hall premises manager and treasurer Arleen Donaghy Henderson started the tournament in honour of the local darts team vice captain.

Simone said: “There have been several tournaments so far in memory of my dad, and thanks to Arleen at the Banknock Community Hall, there’s an annual tournament that's now in its third year.”

The community hall is run by Arleen and a local charity committee, after Falkirk Council announced plans to close the building under its community asset transfer initiative and people in the local area rallied to keep it open.

So far, with around 50 people at each tournament, the organisers have raised in the region of £1200 for Strathcarron Hospice, a charity close to the heart of many people living in the area.

Simone added: “My dad went quite quickly, but as soon as he got his diagnosis, Strathcarron were helping him, visiting him, managing his pain. I don’t know anyone around here who hasn’t had some experience with the hospice, they’re such an essential part of where we live.

“The event is open to both men and women, with trophies handed out at the end of the tournament.

“Whether you’re wanting to play or just wanting to come along and enjoy the experience, it’s for a good cause, and also helping bring the whole community together.”

Entry fee is £5, and registration opens between 11am and 12pm on the day of the event. For more information visit the Banknock Community Hall Facebook Page.