‘Peak’ Performance – The Seven Hills Challenge
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Rona Burns
Date Posted:
October 13, 2025
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On Friday 19 September, the Johnston Smillie team set out to conquer the Seven Hills of Edinburgh to raise money for the Johnston Smillie Charitable Trust.
Over a grueling six hours the team hiked to the summit of each of Edinburgh’s seven hills – Corstorphine Hill, Craiglockhart Hill, Braid Hills, Blackford Hill, Arthur’s Seat, Calton Hill and Castle Hill – as well as covering the many miles in between!
We walked, we climbed, we scrambled, and we learned that if someone insists they know a shortcut… they probably don’t!
But all of that effort paid off – thanks to all your support, we’ve raised an amazing £1,545 in online and cash donations. The Gift Aid scheme will allow The Johnston Smillie Charitable Trust to claim a further £362.50, bringing our total to an incredible £1,907.50.
A huge thank you to everyone who sponsored us and followed our journey on social media. Your continued support allows us to keep helping charities across Central Scotland achieve their goals.
Keep an eye on our Facebook and Instagram pages for fundraising updates and news about upcoming events.
