Hawksland event went downhill fast for good causes

The annual Hawkland Hill bogie race and gravity bike race was another great success last Sunday, even with the rain.
By The Newsroom
Published 17th Jul 2017, 11:14 BST
Updated 18th Jul 2017, 08:27 BST
Spot the bogie! Pic by Sarah PetersSpot the bogie! Pic by Sarah Peters
Spot the bogie! Pic by Sarah Peters

“It was excellent,” said Elaine Sommerville, one of the organisers.

“We had a good turnout of competitors, and in the uphill bike race, our record was smashed.”

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The record for the stretch from the school to Hawksland Farm was 54 seconds, but Richie Cornett, who had cycled along to watch and took part on the spur of the moment, slashed that to 45 seconds.

A mobility bike made for two. Picture Sarah Peters.A mobility bike made for two. Picture Sarah Peters.
A mobility bike made for two. Picture Sarah Peters.

Competitors were of all ages, with the youngest being only seven years old.

The winner was Team Rooket, all the way from Irvine, North Ayrshire, but Hawksland family Mike Taylor, wife Iona and daughter Maggie had the best-looking bogie in Legow.

“We had great support from the community,” said Elaine.”

The day brought in over £950, although expenses have still to be paid, but that will go into a fund which ultimately will be shared among three charities – Erskine Hospital, Childline Scotland and the Mercy Ships.

Dale Harrison from Lanark constructed a drainpipe; while the Taylor family produced their Legow. Picture Sarah Peters.Dale Harrison from Lanark constructed a drainpipe; while the Taylor family produced their Legow. Picture Sarah Peters.
Dale Harrison from Lanark constructed a drainpipe; while the Taylor family produced their Legow. Picture Sarah Peters.
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The fun and fundraising continues with the Hawksland Olympiad, pitting men against the women, a quiz in September, a table tennis tournament and a pitch and putt championship.

They know how to have fun in Hawksland!