The Voice of Rugby Dinner 2025

Carbon was once again delighted to co-sponsor The Voice of Rugby Dinner, with Craneware, at Prestonfield on Friday 7^th March.

The 14^th Annual Dinner helped to raise circa £80,000 for The Foundation so thanks are due to everyone who contributed to a very successful fund raiser.

Linda Lawson talked about the good causes where the £1.7million donated to date has been allocated and the resulting encouragement given to young people to develop life skills through playing sport, but particularly rugby. Linda talked about The Foundation’s belief that our great sport of rugby engages with youngsters of all abilities and teaches them the importance of discipline, preparation, respect, friendship, courage, fitness and the importance of being part of a team. These are such critical "skills" for life generally.

Linda also announced the winners of the inaugural Bill McLaren Foundation Volunteer Award in the field of Scottish Club Rugby. Jim and Margaret Smith from Leith RFC, were singled out for their incredible selfless dedication over 57 years to their club and community.

Guests were entertained by rugby greats, Alun Wyn Jones, Shane Williams, Lisa Thomson and Finn Russell who were interviewed by MC, Rory Lawson. Jess Robinson sang us through her wonderful range of impersonations and we saw the evening out with lively band, Bleeker.

We are happy to share some pictures from the evening.