President's Charity
The President's Charity for 2025 nominated by Dorothy Sim is Arran Mountain Rescue, a volunteer run service who are on call 365 days a year.
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This year members were given an option to donate an extra £5 on their annual 3Ls subscription fee.​
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For more information about Arran Mountain Rescue or how to donate
So far in 2025 we have raised over £1000 from member donations. Thank you!
Arran Mountain Rescue Team 2025 Round-up
Callouts
We attended 29 callouts in 2025, attending incidents including:
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Several ankle injuries on Goatfell
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A nasty ankle injury on A’chir
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Assisting the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service with wildfires on Goatfell.
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A cardiac arrest on Goatfell
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An unwell walker on the Witches Step
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A fractured ankle on the Saddle
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A nasty leg fracture on Stacach Ridge
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Several lost walkers
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An overnight search for two campers overdue in blizzard conditions.
Preparing casualty for airlift from A’Chir Ridge
Training
Evacuating casualty from Goatfell summit in poor weather
Throughout 2025, the Arran Mountain Rescue Team maintained a strong focus on training to ensure readiness for all types of callouts.
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Regular sessions included search techniques, first aid refreshers, rope skills, and navigation exercises, often conducted in challenging terrain to mirror real-life callout conditions.
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Preparing for a stretcher lower on steep ground near Goatfell
Whiteout on Goatfell
Wildfire in Glen Rosa
One such session in Glen Rosa involved working alongside Rescue Helicopter 199 from Prestwick, practicing vital skills such as high lining and helicopter safety which are critical on real callouts.
Training with Rescue 199 in Glen Rosa
Night time training in the Devils Punchbowl
Winter training trip, Ben Nevis
Thank You!
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all our supporters and fundraisers. The majority of our running costs come from generous donations, and every contribution, big or small, makes a real difference.
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Your support allows us to continue training, maintaining equipment, and most importantly, responding when people are in need on the hills.
We couldn’t do what we do without you, and we are truly grateful for the vital role you play in helping us keep everyone on the Arran hills safe.
