Swing for a Cause
Published: 13/02/24

Join Community Pharmacy Scotland's 10th Annual Charity Golf Day
Community Pharmacy Scotland (CPS) is thrilled to invite you to its 10th Annual Charity Golf Day, taking place on Friday, 17 May 2024, at the exquisite Mar Hall Golf and Spa Resort.
This year's event holds special significance as we honour Gavin Hagart at ProntaPrint, a steadfast supporter for over two decades, providing CPS with all its printing needs and generously sponsoring various aspects of the Charity Golf Day.
Why This Year is Special
In celebration of our 10th anniversary, we've teamed up with St Columba’s Hospice, an independent charity dedicated to offering free, flexible, and person-centered palliative care and support to patients and their families. St Columba’s Hospice played a pivotal role in supporting Gavin Hagart and his family during a challenging period, and we are proud to contribute to their noble cause.
Get Involved - How You Can Make a Difference
Register a Team
Gather your friends, colleagues, or clients and register a team for a day of golfing fun. Team packages for four are priced at £500 and include:
Bacon Roll, Tea & Coffee on Arrival
Round of golf with sponsored holes and competitions (Stableford Rules)
Halfway house treats
Lunch featuring soup and sandwiches
3-course evening dinner
Sponsorship Opportunities
We've expanded sponsorship opportunities this year, providing various packages for businesses and individuals. By sponsoring, you not only support St Columba’s Hospice but also gain exposure on social media and at the event itself. Choose from the available packages listed on our website.
Raffle Tickets
Participate in our raffle on the day and stand a chance to win exciting prizes. All proceeds go directly to St Columba’s Hospice.
On-the-Day Donations
Contribute directly to the cause by making donations on the day through our designated envelopes.
How to Participate
To register a team, explore sponsorship opportunities, or inquire about the event, click here or contact Amanda Henderson at amanda.henderson@cps.scot or by calling 0131 467 7766.
Join Us for a Day of Golf and Giving
Community Pharmacy Scotland invites you to be a part of this special occasion, where golf enthusiasts and compassionate individuals come together to support St Columba’s Hospice. Your participation makes a difference, so let's tee off for a cause and make the 10th Annual Charity Golf Day a memorable success!
This year we have partnered with…
This year we have partnered with St Columba’s Hospice, an independent charity offering free, flexible and person-centred palliative care and support to patients and their families. The St. Columba’s Hospice team were there for Gavin and his family during a very difficult time in their lives.
Register Your Team
Complete the form below to register your team. Alternatively, you can email Amanda Henderson here or call us at 0131 467 7766
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