12 year old Rothesay boy, Calum Speirs lost his fight for life in 2007, little more than a year after being diagnosed with a brain tumour. Calum, was a first-year pupil at Rothesay Academy, and he fought his cancer with great determination, dealing with his illness with great humour. He was an inspiration to all who knew him, and his main priority was always to think of others. The creation of Calum’s Cabin was Calum’s idea.  He appreciated the fact that he and his family lived in a beautiful part of the world, and he wanted to make it possible for children suffering from cancer to come to Bute for a short and special holiday with family.  

Calum’s Cabin are holiday homes on the Isle of Bute for children suffering from cancer or a cancer related disease, where the entire family can come together, spend quality family time together, make special irreplaceable memories and recharge their batteries for what may lie ahead. Calum’s cabin helps with all aspects of the stay for each family. The charity also has flats in Glasgow for families to use when their child is enduring longer term treatment at Glasgow’s children hospital. When home is a long way away, this allows families to have a real “home from home” during a very difficult time.  

All this is only possible with continued financial support in any way at all, whether it be large or small. At present, due to covid restrictions, homes are not able to open, but it is hoped that they will be able to reopen soon. We do hope that you will be willing to support such a worthwhile cause.