We are delighted that once again the Cowal 5k race will take place on the Thursday of the week of Cowal (27th August).

Now a well established component of the GAthering we are hoping for a record number of entrants this year. As usual the race will begin by the Yachtsman cafe at 19.15 and the route will take you along the river Clyde towards Innellan before you double back to finish back at the Yachtsman.

There is a trophy for the overall winner and the first local home will receive the “Willie Jukes Memorial Trophy”. All finishers will also receive a medal in recognition of their feat.

Registration forms are available from the Gathering Office on 01369 703206 or by visiting www.cowalgathering.com and download the form from the other events page.

We hope you will come along and take part.

I am delighted to announce the launch of this year’s patrons’ packages which have been revamped as a result of the feedback we sought during last year’s Gathering.

The Patrons’ packages are designed to allow  individuals and businesses/ groups to make a contribution towards the cost of staging a world class event such as Cowal and to receive certain benefits in return e.g. admission tickets to the event and a quiet, pleasent place to relax away from the crowds whilst maintaining.

It offers the opportunity to not only be associated with the Gathering but also to feel pride in the knowledge that your contribution is going someway to securing the future and allowing for the growth and expansion of this unique highland gathering.

The details of the packages are;

LIFE PATRON

Life patronage is offered to supporters of Cowal who wish to make a generous donation to be used in the furtherance of the Gathering and improvements to the facilities offered to visitors and competitors.

Cost: £200 + £30 annual subscription (to cover ongoing costs of postage, tickets, programmes etc)

Benefits:

• Complimentary ticket for each day
• Enamel Cowal Lapel Badge (1st year only)
• Complimentary programme
• Life Patrons Certificate
• Access to the newly resited and enhanced Patrons Marquee which now offers a view of the main arena
• Ability to pre book one seat in the grandstand for saturday
• listing in programme and on website

BUSINESS PATRON

This package is for businesses and groups who wish to support the event whilst benefitting from the added exposure that being involved with the Gathering can bring.

Cost: £150 per annum

Benefits:

• Certificate
• Listing in programme and on the website
• listing on sponsors board at the stadium
• 4 admission tickets for Friday and Saturday
• complimentary programme
• Access to the newly resited and enhanced Patrons Marquee which now offers a view of the main arena
• A complimentary glass of wine on arrival in patrons marquee (on redemption of voucher)

PATRON

The patron package is the basic package for those who wish to support the event and enjoy the comfort of the patron’s tent.

Cost: £20 per annum

Benefit:

• Complimentary admission ticket for Friday and Saturday
• Patrons Rosette
• Access to the newly resited and enhanced Patrons Marquee which now offers a view of the main arena