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St Margaret’s RC Primary School announce this year’s Captain Seath Memorial Award recipient

Sam Potter becomes the latest Captain David Seath Memorial Award recipient who received the accolade during St Margaret RC Primary School’s Leavers’ Mass and award ceremony, held on Thursday 04 July.

Former pupil, Captain David Seath, attended the school in the late 1990’s, who progressed to St Columba’s RC High School, and later graduated from Aberdeen University achieving a Masters in International Politics.

Having completed his academic career, Captain Seath graduated from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, completed a tour of Afghanistan in 2012 with 19th Regiment Royal Artillery, and earned the coveted green beret to serve as a Captain in 29 Commando Regiment Royal Artillery.

Inspired to run in support of Help for Heroes, having seen the incredible work undertaken to support veterans overcome life-changing physical and psychological wounds, Captain Seath tragically died running the 2016 London Marathon.

The award established in his name recognises leadership, courage and determination to overcome challenge and adversity to succeed. It’s one of several awards made during the ceremony recognising the depth of talent, aptitude and commitment pupils demonstrate.

“Throughout his entire career in St Margaret’s, at every stage, no matter what, Sam has shown self-motivation, with a real internal drive to be positive and make good choices.”, says Catherine Mullen, Headteacher at St Margaret RC Primary School.

“There seems to be an internal drive for him to push forward rather than external rewards – if that makes sense. He has a focus and determination that means he sticks to an activity or piece of work giving it his full attention. 

“He is a good friend. He is motivated to help his friends, during school with work but also in sport. He is a real team player. And he does it all with a smile.”

We are delighted to present Sam with the Captain David Seath Memorial Award, who is a thoroughly worthy recipient”, says Libby Seath, who attended ceremony. The event always proves a very special occasion. It’s wonderful to remember David in this way by recognising how Sam, and all previous recipients, have embodied the values and standards David demonstrated as an Officer in 29 Commando Regiment Royal Artillery. We wish Sam, all pupils leaving St Margarets all the best for the future.”

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Memorial 5K run/walk returns in memory of local hero

Picture of runners taking part in the Captain David Seath Memorial Fund 5K in Pittencrieff Park, Dunfermline, against the backdrop of the famous cherry blossoms.

The Captain David Seath Memorial Fund 5K fundraising event returns to Pittencrieff Park, Dunfermline, on Sunday 27 April 2025 at 10:30am.

Welcoming runners, walkers of all ages and abilities, alongside dog-joggers, and pram pushers too, funds raised will support veterans and their families across Scotland, through the charity, Help for Heroes, in David’s name.

The fund was set up following the tragic death of Captain David Seath, who tragically died running the 2016 London Marathon in support of Help for Heroes. Since then, over £350,000.00 has been raised in his name.

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Run in the glen for David

Funds raised have delivered vital mental health support, health and social care services, employability and skills training, camaraderie events and vital family support grants across Scotland, as well as helping to overcome life-changing physical wounds.

Over 15,000 men and women leave the British armed forces annually. Whilst significant proportions of circa 220,000 veterans living in Scotland are of retirement age, growing numbers of younger veteran families are presenting a wider range of complex support needs.

Gary Seath, Founder of the Captain David Seath Memorial Fund, emphasizes how important giving simply one hour on Sunday 27 April will prove in supporting the cause:

“We warmly invite the local community of Dunfermline and beyond to consider giving an hour later this month in helping us to raise funds in support of David’s legacy. That one hour and, and small donation of £6, makes a massive difference in ensuring the unique support needs of veterans and their families are met across Scotland, through Help for Heroes.

“From finding meaningful employment and gaining training to advance career aspirations to grants to help cover life’s essentials, mental health support, meeting health and social care needs, camaraderie activities and much more, please consider coming along to support the Captain David Seath Memorial Fund later this month in Pittencrieff Park.”

Help for Heroes supports veterans and their families from any branch of the UK military, regulars and reserves, irrespective of length or place of service, and locally embedded civilians who worked under the command of UK Armed Forces.

If you or a family member is a veteran and you need support, visit helpforheroes.org.uk or call 0300 303 9888.

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5K Run/Walk and Quiz 2025 dates announced

The Captain David Seath Memorial Fund is proud to announce 2025 dates for its flagship fundraising events: the annual 5K Run/Walk and the ever-popular Quiz Night.

These events honour the memory of Captain David Seath and support veterans and their families across Scotland through Help for Heroes.

Captain David Seath, of 29 Commando Regiment Royal Artillery, served with distinction in Afghanistan, who tragically died during the 2016 London Marathon.

The fund set up in his name has raised over £340,000.00 that supports veterans and their families through Help for Heroes, the charity Captain Seath chose to raise funds for in running the marathon

5K Run/Walk

Join us on Sunday, 27 April 2025, at 10:30 AM in the picturesque Pittencrieff Park, Dunfermline, for a family-friendly 5K event. Participants of all ages and abilities are welcome to run, walk, cycle, dog-jog, or pram-push along a route showcasing the park’s beautiful surroundings.

If you’re unable to attend in person, you can participate virtually by completing a 5K at your preferred location and time. All funds raised will support veterans and their families in David’s name.

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Run in the glen for David

Quiz Night

Test your knowledge and enjoy an evening of entertainment on Friday, 14 November 2025 at 7:30pm, at Garvock House Hotel, Dunfermline. Gather your team of friends, family, or colleagues for mind-teasing questions covering sports, film, general knowledge, and our famous music and picture rounds.

The evening includes a delightful haggis supper, table snacks, and musical entertainment. Teams of up to six are encouraged, but smaller groups are also welcome. Tickets are £18.00 per person, with all proceeds benefiting the Captain David Seath Memorial Fund.

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These events provide an opportunity to come together as a community, celebrate David’s legacy, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of veterans and their families.

We look forward to your participation and support.

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Captain David Seath Memorial Fund 5K (Hybrid)

Join us with friends, family or work colleagues in Dunfermline or complete a virtual 5K anywhere, anytime over the weekend of 23/24 April in support of the Captain David Seath Memorial Fund.

Raise funds in David’s memory to support veterans and their families across Scotland

We continue to live in unprecedented times; all of which has had a considerable impact on veterans and their families across Scotland, when we think about lockdown restrictions, the recent withdrawal from Afghanistan and events in Ukraine.

Run, walk, cycle, dog-jog and pram push – it all counts!

Our fundraising event warmly welcomes the communiy to raise funds in support of David’s legacy; it doesn’t matter if you’re seriously into exercise or simply starting out on your journey to getting fitter, what’s important is you’re there.

What does hybrid mean?

There’s two ways you get involved in our 5k fundraising event:

  • Join us at Pittencrieff Park, Dunfermline for a 10:30am start.
  • Complete a virtual 5K wherever you are, anytime over the weekend.

What will the funds raised help to support?

Funds raised will support the Captain David Seath Memorial Fund to help veterans and their families, through Help for Heroes, who are working within communities across the country to meet their specific needs.

Whether that means mental health and wellbeing support to a friendly voice on the phone, a home visit to sporting or creative activities, getting involved in our 5K fundraising event will make a huge difference to the lives of so many across Scotland. 

About the Captain David Seath Memorial Fund

The fund was established following David’s tragic death running the 2016 London Marathon in Support of Help for Heroes. David was born and raised in Dunfermline and the community has so generously come together ever since to raise funds in his name.

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