Golfer's challenge to raise funds for Strathcarron Hospice

It comes 40 years after Archie Mackay completed a marathon golfing feat by playing 112 holes in one day at Glenbervie Golf Club.

He was joined by the club’s professional at the time, George McKay, and his efforts helped raise thousands of pounds for the Sunday Mail’s Bone Marrow Appeal.

The paper helped to fund the creation of bone marrow transplant units in Glasgow saving the lives of hundreds of children.

The original challenge was six rounds and two holes to round it up to 110 but such was their enthusiasm the duo ended up playing the last four holes instead of just two.

On Friday June 21 and now aged 70, Archie will attempt to repeat the challenge though this time will have a number of different partners – his son, friends and other club members.

The date is the first anniversary of his late father-in-law’s admission to Strathcarron Hospice.

Peter Buchanan Young was a former director of direct works for Falkirk Council and his family say he received the most compassionate end of life care from the dedicated team at Strathcarron.

This latest golf marathon challenge is his family’s way of saying thanks for all that care Peter and many others receive.

Archie said: “My target in 1984 was £2000 and we more than doubled it. My target, 40 years on and with arthritis in my right knee, is to be able to walk at the end!

“I hope friends, relatives, fellow golfers around the world and kindred spirits everywhere will support me. 10p per hole is £11 but you can donate as much as you want. Every penny raised will go straight to Strathcarron Hospice.

“And if you pay tax you can boost your donation through Gift Aid. Thanks in anticipation of your support.”

You can donate to Archie’s challenge here

Strathcarron Hospice needs to raise £16,637 daily to provide the specialist end of life care and services to individuals and their families across communities in Forth Valley, Cumbernauld and Kilsyth.