We are taking part in the Edinburgh Kiltwalk to raise funds for HBA Support, in memory of my nephew Robert, who died at the Victoria Infirmary in Glasgow on 30 May 2009, aged just 24, after suffering a sudden brain aneurysm while visiting Scotland.
Robert’s death was sudden and devastating. It changed our family forever. He left behind his daughter, and the experience of watching my sister lose her son is something I will never forget. It never leaves you.
Seventeen years on, Robert’s memory is still very much with us. Our family roots are in Scotland, so taking part in The Kiltwalk there feels deeply meaningful. I have always wanted to do something positive in Robert’s memory, and this feels like the right moment and the right place.
Sarah and I are choosing the Mighty Stride, the longest Edinburgh Kiltwalk route, in memory of his mighty soul.
We are walking to raise awareness of brain aneurysms and to support HBA Support’s work with people and families affected by them, including those living with uncertainty, questions and hereditary risk.
Every step we take will be in Robert’s memory, with his family in our hearts — especially my sister, whose strength I admire more than words can say. She will be in my heart all the way.
Sun 13 Sep 2026
We are taking part in the Edinburgh Kiltwalk on Sunday 13 September 2026, choosing the Mighty Stride — the longest route at 21 miles. We will be walking to raise funds for HBA Support in memory of my nephew, who died from a brain aneurysm in Glasgow in 2009.
Ashby-de-la-Zouch | Health & Wellbeing
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Information and support for people affected by hereditary brain aneurysms and their families
£10
information and support resources for people and families affected by brain aneurysms.
£20
awareness-raising and guidance to help families better understand brain aneurysms.
£50
HBA Support’s work with families, patient resources, community support and research.
