Edge to Edge Expedition
10 Years of Going Further
50+ Miles | 2 3 Days | One Mega-SUP
For ten years, Edge Group Scotland has helped young adults go further - further in their confidence, independence, skills and aspirations.
And we're not finished yet!
After two incredible days on Scotland's canals, TeamEdge and our programme participants have just 12 miles left to paddle to complete the Edge to Edge Expedition!
We're now preparing to tackle the final stages on Friday 6th November 2026, with Friday 13th November as our backup date. As ever, the Scottish weather will have the final say, with wind conditions being the deciding factor.
One expedition. One determined team. One finish line still to cross!
There's still time to support our fundraising efforts towards a third minibus, helping us create even more opportunities for the young adults we support.
And if you missed us the first time around, here's your second chance to come along, cheer on TeamEdge and help us celebrate crossing that finish line!
12 miles to go. We're determined to finish what we started!
The Challenge
The Edge to Edge Expedition is a unique paddling challenge that will bring together TeamEdge and programme participants in a shared journey across Scotland.
Created as part of our tenth year celebrations, the expedition reflects the very values that sit at the heart of Edge Group Scotland - confidence, resilience, teamwork, determination and a willingness to embrace new opportunities.
This isn't simply about reaching a destination.
It's about working together, supporting one another, overcoming challenges and demonstrating what can be achieved when people are given the opportunity to grow, develop and believe in their own potential.
Throughout the journey, staff and programme participants will paddle side-by-side on the Mega-SUP, showcasing the skills, confidence and independence that are developed every day through our specialist supported programmes.
The Edge to Edge Expedition is a celebration of how far we've come over the last ten years - and a commitment to helping create opportunities for young adults attending Edge Group Scotland now and in the years ahead.
Edge to Edge Expedition Fundraising Progress
Every donation moves us one step closer to adding a third minibus to the Edge fleet and creating more opportunities for the young adults we support.
£12,438* raised towards our £20,000 target
*Includes offline cash donations
Last update: 14/10/26
Well…that was an EXPEDITION!
Two days. Relentless rain. Huge distances. The Falkirk Wheel. Traffic on and off the water. Ambitious timings. Endless logistics. And one absolutely phenomenal TeamEdge.
Day 1 threw everything at us, but we completed it.
Day 2 brought a different challenge. We made it through the Falkirk Wheel, covered some brilliant miles afterwards and eventually reached Broxburn, where we had to make the incredibly difficult decision to stop. There simply wasn’t enough daylight left to safely complete the remaining distance.
That is not failure.
This was always meant to be ambitious. We might not have completed every mile this time, but we WILL finish them. Whether stage by stage or in one final push, TeamEdge are not quitters.
Our clients were absolute heroes throughout - paddling, carrying, walking, adapting, helping each other and forming possibly the BEST cheer squads ever!
Our staff team were phenomenal. Sleeves rolled up, problems solved, plans adapted and everyone supported. A perfect example of what TeamEdge does best: we get stuck in and make things happen.
To our business partners, supporters and everyone who cheered us on from the towpath - thank you. We genuinely couldn’t have done this without you.
A special shout-out to Graeme from Nexus24, who captured the most incredible drone footage of our Falkirk Wheel journey and beyond. We’re still waiting for confirmation, but we think we may have taken the first ever Mega-SUP through the Wheel… so we’re keeping that crown until someone tells us otherwise. 👑
These photos are just a glimpse of what happened. We’ll be sharing a full gallery once we’ve gathered all the footage - including some genuinely EPIC drone shots.
The Edge to Edge Expedition isn’t quite finished yet.
Neither are we. 💪
(nearly!) 50+ Miles | 2 Days | One Mega-SUP
Our Official Partners
Why We're Raising Funds
The Edge to Edge Expedition is raising funds towards a much-needed third minibus.
Transport plays a vital role in everything we do.
From volunteering placements and employability experiences to outdoor activities, community projects and accredited learning opportunities, transport enables young adults to access the real-world experiences that help build confidence, independence and future-ready skills.
As our programmes continue to grow, so does the need for additional transport capacity.
Every contribution will help us move closer to providing more opportunities, more experiences and more pathways towards independence for the young adults we support.
Why Transport Matters
Transport is much more than simply getting from A to B.
It is often the key that unlocks opportunity.
Every week, our programme participants travel across East Lothian, Edinburgh and beyond to access volunteering opportunities, employability experiences, outdoor learning, travel training, community projects and accredited learning activities.
These experiences help develop confidence, communication, problem-solving, adaptability and independence in real-world environments.
A third minibus will help ensure more young adults can continue accessing the opportunities that make our programmes so impactful.
Meet The Expedition Team (so far!)
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Claire
Marketing Manager
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Kenny
HR & Operations Manager
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Adam
Support Worker
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Rebecca
Senior Support Worker
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Reilly
Support Worker
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Jamie
Outdoor Practitioner
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Gareth
Outdoor Practitioner
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Ewan
Outdoor Practitioner
Follow the journey
The Edge to Edge Expedition is about much more than a single challenge.
It's about celebrating ten years of impact while helping create opportunities for the years ahead.
We'll be sharing regular updates, training progress, fundraising milestones and expedition news throughout the journey.
Follow along as we paddle Edge to Edge and celebrate ten years of going further.
Support the Expedition
Every contribution, no matter the size, will help support the continued growth of opportunities for the young adults attending Edge Group Scotland's specialist supported programmes.
Our Goal
🎯 Raise £20,000 towards a third minibus
A third minibus will help create more opportunities, more experiences and more pathways towards independence for the young adults we support.
Together, we can help create more experiences, more opportunities and more pathways towards independence.
Edge to Edge Expedition FAQs
Why are you fundraising?
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Edge Group Scotland is an independent social care provider rather than a charity. While we deliver specialist supported programmes for young adults who have learning disabilities, are autistic and/or have other additional support needs (ASN), we do not have access to many of the charitable funding streams available to third-sector organisations.
The Edge to Edge Expedition gives individuals, businesses and supporters the opportunity to contribute directly towards creating more opportunities and experiences for the young adults we support.
Where will the funds go?
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All funds raised through the Edge to Edge Expedition will directly contribute towards an additional vehicle for our transport fleet, helping support the continued growth of our specialist supported programmes and increasing access to community-based learning, volunteering, employability experiences and outdoor activities.
How can I support the expedition?
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You can support the expedition by donating, sharing our fundraising campaign, following our progress and helping us spread the word.
How can businesses support the Edge to Edge Expedition?
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We're currently developing a range of sponsorship opportunities for businesses that would like to support the Edge to Edge Expedition.
Whether through financial support, products, services or other contributions, we'd love to hear from organisations interested in being part of the journey.
Please get in touch to discuss the sponsorship opportunities available. Drop Claire, claire@edgegroupscotland.com , an email and she will get back in touch to discuss the options further.
We're a trusted leader in social care, consistently empowering young adults to transform their lives and celebrate every step of their journey to their chosen positive destination.
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We're a trusted leader in social care, consistently empowering young adults to transform their lives and celebrate every step of their journey to their chosen positive destination. •
