A Scottish Memorial Gathering - Charles’s Final Challenge
Dear friends and family,
Thank you to everyone who came together to celebrate Charles’s life. The warmth, love, and memories were a true reflection of Charles and the impact he had on so many lives.
As many of you know, Charles asked for his ashes to be scattered near Dow Loch, on the northern slope of Craiglee in Dumfries & Galloway — one of his favourite places.
There will be a gathering and moment of reflection for those who wish to attend but not take part in the hike. Afterwards, we will set out on a circular walk to Dow Loch to lay his ashes.
Date: Saturday, 22 November 2025
Gathering
Time: 9:00am - 10:00am
Location: Bruce’s Stone Upper Car Park, Glen Trool, Galloway Forest Park
A chance to meet and reflect. We hope to provide hot drinks and refreshments.
The Hike
Set off: 10:00am sharp from Bruce’s Stone Car Park
Route: Approximately 13km (631m elevation gain, difficult ground)
We start early to ensure a safe return before sunset at 15:50. Conditions may be challenging; please prepare for weather and terrain.
Bobby, Charles’s sidekick, will accompany the walk — as he did on so many of Charles’s adventures.
If you are planning to join, please RSVP so we can confirm numbers and coordinate plans. Please also join the WhatsApp group for comms on the day.
Accommodation
Sands of Luce — a place and community very close to Charles’s heart — have kindly offered to assist with accommodation.
Please contact Lauren at info@sandsofluce.com
Please Help Spread the Word
Charles was loved far and wide, reaching more people than we could ever hope to contact directly. We kindly ask you to share this message with anyone who knew him so they can join us in remembering and celebrating his life.
Contact
Claude Compton (Brother) - claude@claudecompton.com / 07841 708 643
Roy Compton (Father) - roypcompton@gmail.com
June Compton (Mother) - junepcompton@icloud.com