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Eric Liddell: Legacy of an Olympic Legend
July 4, 2024
The Eric Liddell 100 is delighted to announce an inspiring, world-first, exhibition commemorating Eric Liddell will be unveiled at the Scottish Parliament this […]
Commemoration reception in memory of Eric Liddell
July 3, 2024
A commemoration reception in memory of Eric Liddell, recognising his contribution toward forging a friendship between China and Scotland, was hosted by the […]
Securing Eric Liddell’s Legacy: Olympic Year Appeal
May 23, 2024
The Olympic Year Appeal was launched on 27th May for The Eric Liddell 100 initiative to secure our charity namesake’s legacy. As we […]
Legacy in the Links – Path in Bruntsfield Links renamed to honour the legacy of ‘Chariots of Fire’ inspiration
April 29, 2024
Legacy in the Links – Path in Bruntsfield Links renamed to honour the legacy of ‘Chariots of Fire’ inspiration Unveiled by Scottish International Rugby […]
The Eric Liddell 100 teams take part in Melrose 7s
April 18, 2024
The Eric Liddell 100 and partners came together at the historic Melrose 7s tournament on Saturday, with men’s and women’s teams putting in […]
In celebration of Tartan Day (Saturday 6th of April), The Eric Liddell Community launches its exclusive tartan, honouring Scotland’s iconic sportsman.
April 11, 2024
Furry friends join in the unveiling ceremony, marking a poignant tribute to Eric Liddell’s enduring legacy. With the support of Kinloch Anderson an […]
Eric Liddell’s legacy honoured at Stade Yves-Du-Manoir, Paris in momentous plaque unveiling ceremony
April 11, 2024
In a heartfelt tribute to one of Scotland’s most celebrated sporting figures, The Eric Liddell 100 campaign celebrated a historic moment at the […]
The Life and Death of Eric Liddell and the Rebirth of Chinese Christianity
March 21, 2024
On the 3rd February 2024, three scholars of the University of Edinburgh held an event about Eric Liddell’s life and work in China, […]
‘The Flying Scotsman’ Liddell honoured with World Athletics Heritage Plaque’
March 5, 2024
We are proud to announce that our namesake, Eric Liddell, ‘The Flying Scotsman,’ was awarded a World Athletics Heritage Plaque in the posthumous […]
Shout out to The Edinburgh Remakery
February 22, 2024
The Edinburgh Remakery is a charity with a focus on sustainability and the re-use of resources. They offer a wide range of workshops […]
Pop-up exhibition launches in the heart of Glasgow to pay tribute to Scottish Olympic Champion
February 20, 2024
A display paying tribute to Eric Liddell, the legendary 1924 Olympic 400m champion, was launched on 19th February, in the lead-up to the […]
100 Years On: Schools nationwide empowered to keep sportsman’s memory alive with free education resource
February 20, 2024
The Eric Liddell Community charity unveils lesson plans and material to remember Eric Liddell. Nearly 100 years on from Eric Liddell’s Olympic Gold […]
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