18-year-old Kirsty’s dad, Cpl Robin McLachlan, died in a road accident before she was born. She and her sister became part of Scotty’s Little Soldiers in early 2012 and are two of the charities earliest Members. “For me, the main thing Scotty’s means is community,” says Kirsty. “It’s a fantastic …
Colour Sergeant Aaron Winter was the ultimate gentle giant. Standing at six-foot-six, he was a proud father, loyal husband, competitive boxing coach and dedicated soldier in the Royal Marines. Affectionately known as ‘Tiny’ by friends and colleagues, Aaron joined the Marines in 1997 and served for …
“I felt an immediate connection with Scotty’s because of everything I’ve been through myself. I didn’t have children at the time of my accident, but I’ve got three boys now and I can’t imagine how they would cope if I wasn’t here.” Veteran and father of three, Gavin Osborne, recently undertook a …
At Scotty’s Little Soldiers, we understand the growing importance that technology has on the support organisations and charities like ours provide. From our ability to support our Members, to how we raise the charity’s awareness and our internal ways of working – technology plays a key role in …
For most people, a 2.4-mile swim immediately followed by 112-mile cycle and 26.2-mile marathon is enough of a challenge. But, despite having never attempted an Ironman before, REME vehicle mechanic, Cpl Alan Jones, undertook the recent Bolton Ironman Challenge wearing full military gear, including …
**Veteran, amputee and fundraiser, Steve Owen, is the second guest on Aspire , a new podcast by Scotty's Little Soldiers aimed at 18- to 25-year-olds. He discusses life in the Army, voluntarily having his leg amputated and his inspiring road to recovery. Listen to the full interview here . This …
