Dunfermline Community Comes Out to Honour Local Hero

Over 150 people from Dunfermline and beyond came out on Sunday 27th April to honour the memory of David Seath and to raise funds to support veterans across Scotland.

Article Source: Help for Heros
Last Updated: 1 May 2025 11:54

May 1, 2025 - Over one hundred and fifty supporters joined the Seath Family, under the distinctive cherry blossoms in Pittencrieff Park, Dunfermline, and completed virtual routes across the world, including as far as Australia, on Sunday 27 April.

Held on an annual basis, the fundraiser commemorates the passing of Captain Seath, who died running the London Marathon nine years ago.

Since then, over £350,000 has been raised for the veterans’ Charity Help for Heroes in David’s name with this year’s event raising a further £1,100 to help deliver vital services for veterans across Scotland.

Founded by his brother, Gary Seath, events like last weekend’s 5K serve to keep his brother’s memory alive, and ensure veterans across Scotland, no matter what age they happen to be, experience no barriers to thriving in civilian life.

Gary said: “When you consider we’re now nine years on from David’s tragic passing, it’s nothing short of incredible, and indeed overwhelming, to see over one hundred and fifty supporters come out to raise a phenomenal amount in his name.

“David was a local Dunfermline boy supported by so many people and it’s incredible to consider supporters come from as far as places like Glasgow and beyond to join us on the day and see friends and family complete virtual routes across the globe.

“I think it speaks volumes for the respect so many have for David as an Officer in 29 Commando Regiment Royal Artillery, and the commando spirit we have embodied in showing courage, determination and selfless commitment to establish a legacy supporting those whom he cared most passionately about.

“I want to express my sincere gratitude to all who continue to support our cause and for keeping David’s memory alive. The funds we have raised are making a massive difference in ensuring no veteran is left behind in accessing vital support.”

Over 15,000 men and women leave the British armed forces annually. Whilst a significant proportion of the 220,000 veterans living in Scotland are of retirement age, growing numbers of younger veterans’ families are presenting a wider range of complex support needs.

Help for Heroes supports veterans and their families, from any branch of the UK military – regulars or reserves – irrespective of length or place of service – and locally embedded civilians who worked under the command of UK Armed Forces. The Charity remains at the side of veterans who are struggling, providing life-changing support for as long as it takes.   

If you or a family member is a veteran and you need support, visit helpforheroes.org.uk or call 0300 303 9888.

Image: Captain David Seath

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