Erskine

We are proud to welcome the return of Erskine, Scotland's Largest Veteran Charity as our charity partner.

Erskine will mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day on their stand with a landing craft replica, actors dressed in military garb of the era on the landing craft and D-Day 80 themed merchandise and giveaways throughout the show.

Supporting Veterans since 1916, Erskine provides unrivalled support to veterans in Scotland, through four care homes and a Veterans Village, comprising of 44 cottages, an Activity Centre, five Assisted Living Apartments and 24 Transitional Supported Apartments.

Erskine is a family. Their strength lies in the very special blend of dedicated care, compassion and understanding they offer to residents and their families. When Erskine was founded in 1916, their aim was to care for Service men and women who had been injured in active service. Today, care remains the cornerstone of their philosophy.

“The work that Erskine does for so many Veterans is amazing. Without Erskine, many Veterans would struggle either post-service or in later life. I cannot speak highly enough of what they have done for me.” Veteran Albert Lamond

Photo: Albert Lamond is a Scottish war veteran who played a vital role in the historic D-Day landings.

Visit here to find out more about Erskine and the amazing work they do.

Erskine

D-Day Landing Craft Replica

Visit the Erskine stand to see Erskine's modular build of the D Day landing craft sat upon sand with actors dressed in military garb to commemorate the Second World War. There will be photo opportunities and donation collections in aid of the charity.

Bucket Collections

Erskine's friendly fundraisers will be visible across the Ideal Home Show Scotland to chat about the charity and to support Erskine’s fundraising.

Visit Erskine's page for more ways to donate to the charity.

D-Day 80 Range Merchandise

As the 80th Anniversary of D-Day approaches, Erskine has created a range of merchandise to honour the sacrifices Veterans have made throughout the years and in the present day. These will be available to purchase at the Show!