Samaritans to mark London Marathon weekend in Dunfermline

Carnegie Hall and the Carnegie Library and Galleries will light up in the Samaritans' green colour over the marathon weekend to mark the link-up while other events will also be taking place.

The suicide prevention charity is aiming to tackle the stigma around suicide, through its London Marathon partnership, by sharing stories of hope and encouraging the public to play a part in suicide prevention to help others to, ’Believe in tomorrow.’

Dunfermline Samaritans' Branch Director, Claire Blanchflower, explained: “At a marathon we see people rally together to support their loved ones, knowing their support can help get them through it. Yet many people struggle with suicidal thoughts in silence.

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"We are delighted that ON Fife have agreed to light up both Carnegie Hall and the Central Library in Dunfermline and the Adam Smith Theatre in Kirkcaldy that weekend in support of our charity’s message.

"Lighting up these iconic Fife buildings green for marathon day is a reminder that Samaritans are here for anyone who is struggling to cope 24/7, 365 days a year."

Dunfermline Samaritans will also be present at the Dunfermline Parkrun on Saturday, April 20.

"When we were asked by our Central Charity to do something in our local areas over the Marathon weekend, to help raise awareness, it seemed very appropriate to have a presence at the Parkrun which is now such a well-established event in the Glen every Saturday morning," added Claire.

"We are extremely grateful to the Parkrun organisers’ for agreeing to have us along on the London Marathon Weekend."

Samaritans is the only charity that is there for anyone struggling to cope that is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year across the UK and Ireland.

Anyone can contact Samaritans free of charge at any time on 116 123 or email jo@samaritans.org.