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Celebrating 75 years

Celebrating 75 years

2022 is a special year for St John Scotland, as we celebrate 75 years of helping communities across Scotland and internationally.

We’ve come a long way since we were founded in 1947, and this special milestone is an opportunity to reflect on the difference we have made to individuals and communities across Scotland, as well as look to the future. 

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75th anniversary stories

We've been supporting communities across Scotland for 75 years.

Here we highlight some of the great stories from our past and present. 

Read the latest stories below or read them all here.

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25 May 2022

75th anniversary stories - St John Hospital, Aberdeen

On this day in 1949, the St John nursing home (later to become the St John Hospital) was opened at Albyn Place, Aberdeen.
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A man sitting on a sofa
05 May 2022

75th anniversary stories - Iain

As part of our 75th anniversary, we're sharing stories from over the years about the impact we've had on individuals and communities across Scotland.

From the 1950s to the 1990s, St John Scotland volunteers built and ran several care homes and sheltered housing accommodations for older people.

Here, St John Scotland volunteer Iain tells us about the St John Court flats in Hyndland, Glasgow, where he and other volunteers went the extra mile to improve residents' quality of life.
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A man sitting on a sofa
04 April 2022

75th anniversary stories - Lawson

As part of our 75th anniversary, we're sharing stories from over the years about the impact we've had on individuals and communities across Scotland.

Here Lawson, a St John Scotland volunteer in Fife, tells us about a little-known part of our history - Ski Patrol.

75th Kiltwalk challenge

Could you raise £75 for St John Scotland's 75th anniversary?

There are four Kiltwalks taking place across Scotland in 2022.

These fun, friendly events are a great way to raise money for St John Scotland. You can choose the distance that suits you, and it's not a race - just a great opportunity to challenge yourself by taking on a walk of around 5, 15, or 25 miles (distances vary by location).

A man wearing a St John Scotland t shirt and kilt

Whichever Kiltwalk you take part in, every pound you raise is topped up by 50% by The Hunter Foundation, meaning your fundraising goes even further.

That also means to raise £75 for 75, you only need to reach a fundraising target of £50, and the Hunter Foundation will add the rest!

The Kiltwalk dates for 2022 are:

  • Glasgow - 24 April
  • Aberdeen - 29 May
  • Dundee - 21 August
  • Edinburgh - 18 September

As a thank you for taking part we'll cover your entry fees and send you a St John Scotland T shirt and goodie bag. 

If you'd like to take part, please contact using the button below so we can send you all the details you need!