AN EDINBURGH charity is to benefit from a Superheroes Family Race Day as the Scots racecourse pledges cash for every child who dresses up.
Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity (ECHC) will be put centre stage at the race day by Musselburgh Racecourse on Sunday 15 September.
Superheroes including Batman, Spiderman and Captain America are to welcome the children to Musselburgh’s Clip Clop kids zone where there will be prizes for the best costume.
There will be bucket collection at the entrances and exits on behalf of ECHC and the racecourse will donate £1 for every child that dresses up.
The racecourse aims to provide other activities such as funfair rides, face painting and a disco.
A group of children from the hospital are to be given special access to the race day and will have the opportunity to have a one-on-one meeting with the superheroes.
Musselburgh Racecourse head of marketing, Aisling Johnston, said: “Racing isn’t just for grown-ups – our Superheroes Family Raceday will have something for all ages and is guaranteed to tire out those wee legs.
“This year, we are thrilled to partner with Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity, who give seriously ill children and their families the extra support they need when facing a life-changing hospital visit.
“On the day, Musselburgh Racecourse will donate £1 for every child that dresses up as a Superhero, so it’s time to grab your capes and get involved.”
Fiona Brian, fundraiser at ECHC, said: “What better way to spend a Sunday than hanging out with all your favourite superheroes?
“We’re so grateful to Musselburgh Racecourse for supporting seriously ill children with this very special raceday.
“ECHC works tirelessly to help our very own superheroes – the children and families fighting their toughest battles every day at Edinburgh’s children’s hospital.
“Partnering with wonderful supporters like Musselburgh Racecourse means we can continue to bring more than medicine to all those who need us.
“Together, we can make a difference to so many young lives.”
With racing prize money of almost £60,000 spread over seven flat races, the first race starts at 2.10pm and the last race at 5.35pm (provisionally) with gates open at noon.
