This JustGiving page has been created by Finlay's family – to give the opportunity to donate to the family’s chosen charity.

Coming up: Tyra’s 30km run for Finlay along Aberdeen's Old Railway trail. Donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/tyra-will-1816611105858

Finlay Herrington was an inspirational young man who tragically died at just 18 years old from a ruptured spleen after contracting glandular fever. He was a much loved son to Fiona and Mark (deceased), little brother to Eva and big brother to Ruairi, a grandson, nephew, cousin and a brilliant friend to so many. Finlay was studying engineering at Glasgow University and loving life. He enjoyed music and sports, teaching himself how to play the guitar and being a competitive sailor he was an active member of the university sailing team. He dedicated a lot of his time teaching young people how to sail at Largs and Prestwick Sailing Club. Finlay had many talents including the ability to be good at everything. Although Finlay’s life was shorter than some, he lived life to the fullest - always enjoying the present moment. Everyone who had the privilege of knowing Finlay loved him, his unique laugh, infectious smile and funny personality.

The money that has been raised so far has funded an award in Finlay’s name. Applications are invited to support research on the theme of ‘infection and inflammation’ with priority being given to research related to Epstein Barr virus.

Read more about this: https://www.fair-uk.co.uk/projects/the-finlay-herrington-award

We would like to continue to support this type of research through F.A.I.R by trying to fund a second award in Finlay’s name. The body’s reaction to Epstein-Barr virus and to other viruses is worthy of research to help understand the inflammatory response and hopefully avoid other deaths like Finlay’s.

The family along with Finlay’s friends have set a number of challenges to allow us to come together, challenge ourselves, do things that Finlay would have enjoyed while raising money for a good cause. Always looking for new ideas and people to join us, please contact: fi_onas@yahoo.co.uk

What coming up:

15th of June 2024 - Finlay Herrington Sprint Races at Prestwick Sailing Club. This is a coached event to encourage young people to take up dinghy race sailing. Social evening with live music by Finlay's friends Yuri Joyce and Rory Healy

29th of June 2024 - Five ferry cycle challenge circular route spans approximately 76 miles (122 kilometres). It takes cyclists across Arran, Kintyre, Cowal and Bute with the challenge not only being the distance and the many hills on route but also timing all the ferry connections.

Participants for the five ferry cycle challenge: Cairn, Chloe, Daisy, David, Eva C, Eva H, Lara, Max, Nairn, Rory, Rosie, Yuri, Alastair, Stuart, Anna, Anne, Tess, Finley, Jamie, Luca, Yuan, Matthew, Charlie, Caeden, Matthew, Marion, Tim, Susan, Eva, Ruairi and Fiona

3rd of August 2024 - Tyra’s 30km run for Finlay along Aberdeen's Old Railway trail. Donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/tyra-will-1816611105858

23rd of August 2024 - Finlay’s school friends and sister are supporting the charity by taking part in a skydive at Skydive Strathallan.

31st of August 2024 - Fiona’s 3km open water swim

31st of August 2024 - Charity Cup night inspired by Finlay Herrington at Largs Sailing Club

Date not confirmed - Charity Band night in Largs organised by friends of Finlay

25th of May 2025 - Edinburgh Marathon

We would love for you to support these events and help raise money for a very worthy charity in Finlay’s name.

Thank you for taking the time to visit Finlay’s JustGiving page.