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Daily Record
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Andy Murray ditches granny's shortbread to become brand ambassador for rival
The Scots tennis icon has been announced as the first-ever brand ambassador for Walker's Shortbread - despite his gran being famous for her own sweet treats Sir Andy Murray could be in a spot of bother with his own granny – after he was named as brand ambassador for a shortbread firm, despite her own famous version of the biscuits. The Dunblane tennis icon has been announced as the first-ever brand ambassador for Walker's Shortbread. But the Wimbledon champ's own gran, Shirley Erskine, has often hit the headlines herself with her legendary shortbread. Her recipe has even featured in a special's Mother's Day recipe book created in support of Scottish charity Mary's Meals. The sweet treat was also a big hit with fellow contestants, pro dancers and judges when Shirley's daughter – Andy's mum Judy Murray – took part in 'Strictly Come Dancing'. Shirley even took along a tin when invited on to Mrs Brown's Saturday night chat show and made a tin which went all the way to Wimbledon in exchange for a £100 donation to the local Dunblane Centre. Shirley has even been known to serve up a baking masterclass to local schoolchildren to teach them how to make the traditional Scottish biscuit. Announcing the new partnership, Walker's Shortbread said the former Olympic champ had penned a multi-year partnership with the Moray-based firm. On the deal, Andy said: 'I'm proudly Scottish, and partnering with Walker's, a brand that has been representing Scotland around the world for well over a century, felt like a great fit for me. 'I come from a small tight-knit community and when I look back at where I have come from, I am proud of what I've achieved, which is something I share with Walker's. 'It's a real honour to be part of this next chapter for such a well-loved Scottish brand.' With 46 tour titles under his belt and three Grand Slam victories – the two-time Olympic Gold Medal winner, and self-proclaimed shortbread superfan, added: 'I've been eating shortbread since I was a kid – my gran would make it all the time for us. We even celebrated my Wimbledon win with shortbread. 'Shortbread is one of my simple pleasures. No matter where I am in the world, a piece of Walker's Shortbread always transports me back home.' The partnership also pays homage to Walker's own history with tennis. Winne Walker, mother of the late Joe, Marjorie and Sir Jim Walker, was a passionate tennis enthusiast who played a pivotal role in the local tennis community. Inspired by her love for the sport, which began during her university years, Winnie was instrumental in establishing the first tennis courts at Aberlour Tennis Club. Nicky Walker, Managing Director, Walker's Shortbread: 'We are incredibly excited to welcome Andy Murray as our very first brand ambassador. We've always admired Andy's achievements, his dedication and his cautious charisma as well as his very obvious close relationship with his own family. These are qualities that resonate deeply with our own values at Walker's Shortbread. We are genuinely honoured that Andy and his team have acknowledged Walker's as a suitable partner, and we are looking forward to this exciting new venture as we continue to promote 'Scotland at its Finest'.' The deal will see Andy featured in the firm's latest advertising campaign – where his image will appear at train stations across the UK.
Glasgow Times
12-06-2025
- General
- Glasgow Times
Mary's Meals want Glaswegians to join a fundraising walk
Mary's Meals, a school feeding charity, is inviting Glaswegians to participate in the "Light Up the Longest Day" sponsored walk on June 21. Held on the official longest day of the year, this date will see up to 19 hours of daylight in parts of the UK, providing a great opportunity to embark on a long walk. Read more: 'We never knew when she'd have a seizure': Mum on raising child with rare condition Mary's Meals, established in 2002 in the Highland village of Dalmally, feeds more than 2.6 million children daily in 16 countries, including Malawi, Haiti, India, and Syria. The charity attracts children into classrooms with the promise of a nutritious meal, giving them the energy to learn and hope for a brighter future. It utilises a low-cost approach, with just £19.15 to feed a child every school day for a year. To help the charity with its mission, supporters are being invited to set up a fundraiser or simply ask for donations. Mary's Meals is encouraging people to share their sunrise and sunset pictures from their summer walks on social media, tagging @marysmealsukcharity, and using the hashtag #LightUpTheLongestDay to raise awareness of the charity's work. Daryl Watson, from Dunfermline, recently raised £5,000 for Mary's Meals by hiking the West Highland Way with 16 friends. Daryl said: "It's been a lifelong dream to walk the West Highland Way, all 96 miles of it. "The views were simply spectacular, we all had some fun and games along the way, and – despite the Scottish weather and midges – we've had an absolute blast. "It's been a really good opportunity to raise some money for Mary's Meals too. "If you choose to go out for a sponsored walk on June 21, or whenever you want to put on your walking boots, you can transform your steps into paths of hope and help provide meals that can change lives." Daryl's West Highland Way fundraiser is still available to donate to at Read more: Hospital reaches 'important milestone' with University of Glasgow George Morehead, Mary's Meals supporter engagement officer for Greater Glasgow, said: "We are surrounded by stunning scenery across the country and the longest day of the year is the perfect time to make the most of it. "But you don't have to scale a mountain or take on the West Highland Way to make a difference. "It costs just 10p to feed a child with Mary's Meals, so even a sponsored walk around the block with your neighbours can make a massive difference and bring food, education and hope to a child waiting for a nutritious meal in school." To find out more about how you can "light up the longest day" on June 21 and set up a Move For Meals fundraiser, visit the Mary's Meals website.
Daily Record
12-06-2025
- General
- Daily Record
Ayrshire residents encouraged to raise funds for Mary's Meals with sponsored walk on year's longest day
Mary's Meals helps feed more than 2.6 million children every day. School feeding charity Mary's Meals is calling on people in Ayrshire to light up the longest day of the year with hope by taking on a sponsored walk. On June 21, parts of the UK will see as much as 19 hours of sunlight, making it the perfect opportunity to pull on your hiking boots and help feed hungry children. Mary's Meals provides nutritious school meals to more than 2.6 million children every day across 16 countries, including Malawi, Haiti, India, and Syria. The promise of a good meal attracts these hungry children into the classroom, giving them the energy to learn and hope for a brighter future. The charity's low-cost approach means it costs just £19.15 to feed a child every school day for a year. By stepping into the sunshine, with friends, family, colleagues, or on your own, supporters can turn their moves into meals to change a child's life. Simply set up a fundraiser or ask for donations and any money raised will help to transform the lives of children living in some of the world's poorest communities. Mary's Meals is also encouraging people to join fellow supporters by sharing their sunrise and sunset snaps from their summer walks on social media, tagging @marysmealsukcharity and using the hashtag #LightUpTheLongestDay to raise awareness of the charity's work. George Morehead, Mary's Meals Supporter Engagement Officer for Greater Glasgow, says: 'We are surrounded by stunning scenery across the country and the longest day of the year is the perfect time to make the most of it. 'But you don't have to scale a mountain or take on the West Highland Way to make a difference. It costs just 10p to feed a child with Mary's Meals, so even a sponsored walk around the block with your neighbours can make a massive difference and bring food, education and hope to a child waiting for a nutritious meal in school.'
Glasgow Times
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Milngavie Week brings quiz, line dancing and more to town
The East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Trust (EDLCT) has organised a number of activities, which started on June 7, many of which are free to attend. For more details and booking information, go to An inspirational talk on walking and willpower by Geraldine McFaul will be held on June 12 between 6pm and 7pm. Geraldine will share stories and pictures from her six-month, 2,009-mile journey from Glasgow to Rome, as well as explaining what motivated her. There will be a cash collection for Mary's Meals and Dementia UK. Milngavie Library will be hosting its first-ever 'Family Quiz' on June 14, from 2pm to 4pm. Both individuals and teams can take part, with free tea, coffee, juice and biscuits available. Friday June 13, between 5.15pm and 8pm, sees the library host 'Library Line Dancing', where Graham Fox will teach dance moves. This event costs £5 per person, plus a booking fee. Councillor Jim Gibbons, chair of EDLCT, said: "You can enjoy talks, quiz questions, new writing and more. Check online for more information."
Daily Record
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Gerard Butler honours late 'beloved mother' in emotional film premiere tribute
Gerard Butler shared an emotional tribute to his late mother, Margaret, during the Brazilian premiere of his latest Hollywood blockbuster. Hollywood film star Gerard Butler has paid tribute to his late mum who passed away earlier this year. The Scots actor attended the Brazilian premiere of the How to Train Your Dragon live-action remake earlier this week. The 55-year-old is reprising his role as Stoick, the Viking leader in the upcoming movie. At the end of the screening, Butler's mother, Margaret Coll - who died at the age of 81, earlier this year - was honoured in a touching moment of remembrance. The actor shared pictures from the film premiere on social media, including a snap which read: "Dedicated to the loving memory of Margaret Coll." He captioned the post, on Instagram: "Getting weird. Funny face. The boys. And in memory of my dearly beloved mother Margaret Coll." Fans were quick to take to the comments on Butler's Instagram post, sending their condolences to the star following the sad news. One comment said: "She'll always be by your side, supporting you and loving you more than anyone else. And yes, she was definitely there with you, smiling, and making those funny faces." As another wrote: "Awe. So extremely sorry for the loss of your mama, Gerard. I remember seeing you mention a few months back that she was in the hospital." "Prayers of peace, strength, and comfort for you and your family. I know how truly much you adored your mama." A third put: "Your mother is watching you from above and is very, very proud of you," as a forth added: "Beautiful memories, God bless you." Butler frequently left his home in Hollywood and visited his mum, in the village of Comrie in Perthshire - where she lived for more than 20 years. He previously told the Record about his visits back to Scotland to visit his mum. He said: "I sit in the garden, I look up at the mountain ranges and I am just taken aback constantly by how beautiful it is there, and what a great land I come from." 'I just really connect when I get back, and I find that I recharge and knock out all the bull that's going round in my head, all of that Hollywood nonsense." 'I quickly get that slapped out of me," he joked. 'When mum's like, 'can you go in and wash the dishes?' I'm always saying, 'Mum, look, I'm a Hollywood star, I don't do that!' And she's like, 'Whatever, get in and wash the dishes'," he recalled. Butler's mother Margaret died peacefully surrounded by her family in February this year, her funeral notice described her as the "beloved wife of Alex" and a "dearly loved and sadly missed mother, grandmother, sister and friend." Her funeral was held in Perth and donations were accepted for the charity Mary's Meals, which was held closely in her heart, as well as Butler working with the charity for many years.
