Our three anchor clubs, Glasgow Mid Argyll Shinty Club, Glasgow Gaels GAA, and BSC Glasgow, have united to save Peterson Park after the Council's decision to close the facility following the Covid Pandemic. Despite receiving no further financial support from the council since August, we are determined to maintain and improve the playing fields for our respective sports and the local community.

We are now purchasing grass cutting, pitch lining machinery and ancillary equipment to allow the grounds to be maintained through our volunteers. Following successful applications for grant funding we currently find ourselves with a £7,500 shortfall from our target. Each anchor club has committed to raise £2,500.

We urge those connected with the shinty community to consider donating to our fund-raising total. Your donation, no matter the size, will help us preserve shinty in the city for current and future generations. If you are a UK income taxpayer, please consider gift aid as we are a registered charity (SC051156).

To bridge this funding gap and help ensure Peterson Park's future, we are embarking on a Christmas 2024 Challenge. Over four weeks leading up to Christmas, we aim to cover a 3600km road trip from Glasgow to Lapland with the help of all players, members, partners, families, and friends of the club. By walking, running, cycling or engaging in any form of exercise you can contribute towards this distance challenge. We will track our virtual progress over this period with prizes awarded for the furthest distances travelled.

Join us in this challenge not only for maintaining your fitness levels and wellbeing but also for helping raise vital funds for Peterson Park.