Ayrshire: Hillbillies MCC raise money for Crosshouse

The Hillbillies Motorcycle Club once again demonstrated its dedication to supporting Crosshouse Children's Fund by raising funds through an Easter Egg Bike Run, a Rock Night, and a special motorcycle raffle.

In total, the Hillbillies, who celebrate their 25th anniversary this year, racked up £6,862.79 in 2024 to support the charity that helps Ayrshire’s babies and children in hospital.

The annual Easter egg run. (Image: NQ Archive)

The funds raised for the charity will help bring the latest medical equipment to Ayrshire, assist families in navigating their child's journey, and support young patients in coping with their hospital experience.

Hillbillies MCC is a family motorcycle club formed in 1999, which welcomes riders from across the community.

Their fundraising for Crosshouse Children’s Fund was inspired by a former member who had directly experienced the incredible care given to children at Crosshouse Hospital.

The bikers hosted their annual Easter Egg Bike Run in March, which started at Mauchline Primary School and concluded at Crosshouse Hospital, and saw bikers from all over the region coming together to support the charity.

The wonderful efforts of this year have contributed to an overall total of more than £10,000 for Crosshouse Children's Fund since 2019,which brings their overall fundraising for children and families in Ayrshire, to over £36,000, since 2003.

A spokesperson for the Hillbillies Motorcycle Club said: “Hillbillies MCC would like to thank everyone who has supported the club’s fundraising for Crosshouse over the years.

"Without everyone’s support, none of this would be possible.”

Rebekah McGinn, Fundraiser at Crosshouse Children's Fund, shared her appreciation, adding: "We are so grateful for the incredible support from the Hillbillies Motorcycle Club.

"The funds they have raised will make a significant difference in the lives of the children we support.”