Gordon Dingwall 1973 – 2026
Everyone at Oriam WF was devastated to hear of the sudden passing of our friend and teammate, Gordon Dingwall on 12th March 2026.
Gordon joined our Club just over 2 years ago and loved having the chance to play football again with new friends.
He loved his football and was a massive Red, following both Aberdeen and Liverpool.
Despite his own medical issues, he devoted his life to caring for others as a Senior Registered Nurse.
Our thoughts go to his family and friends at this saddest of times.
Gordon will be sorely missed by all of us at Oriam WF.
RIP Gordon 
YNWA
Oriam WF Xmas Night Out 2026
We’ve booked Baberton Golf Club for our Xmas Night Out on Friday 4th December. More details will follow in due course but in the meantime, please put the date in your diaries.
Walking Group
On 17th February our Walking Group set off from the Riccarton Arms and headed off into the Pentlands visiting Torphin, Clubbiedeen and Torduff Reservoirs before back down for a well deserved lunch at the Riccarton Arms.
Another glorious days weather wise and a great chance for a blether and a laugh along the way.
Defib
On 16th February we took delivery of our own portable Defib. This will complement the existing player safety procedures we have with our Oriam partners and allows us to have a Defib pitch side when playing in tournaments outwith Oriam.
It’s only been possible due to our players support of our Lucky Number Draw – thank you.
Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland – Great Scottish Sports Quiz
Are you game? Walking Football Scotlands charity partners, Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland have launched a brand new event for 2026, the Great Scottish Sports Quiz!
We’re delighted to share a special offer from our charity partner to Walking Football Scotland Club members.
The first event kicks off in March at Edinburgh’s Murrayfield stadium, with future events at Hampden stadium, Glasgow and more locations to be announced!
Tickets: The Great Scottish Sports Quiz 2026 – Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland
Use Code: WFS20 for a £20 discount on individual tickets.
Grub Club
Our first Grub Club of the year took place on 29th January at Vietnam House. Another good turnout and an enjoyable night including some story telling involving a tale of some famous European goal.
Alzheimer Scotland
On 30th January we presented our 2025 charity partners, Alzheimer Scotland with a cheque for £6264.77 representing the proceeds of our fund raising activites during our 10th anniversary year – a quite remarkable achievement.
Pool Club
Our latest Pool night was held on 22nd January. Another great night was had by all with some fantastic play on show. The night ended with a few pale sherries but the less said about that the better.
Happy New Year
Happy New Year to all our Walking Footballers and their families. We’ll see you all in 2026.
Check out our ‘Here’s to us’ slideshow below.
Walking Group
The latest outing was on 30th December from Harlaw car park to Maidens Cleugh in the Pentlands. It was a record turnout on a glorious day followed by lunch at the Riccarton Arms. Next walk has been pencilled in for Tuesday 27th January. For more info contact our Thommo
Pool Club
The last pool evening of 2025 took place on 16th December at Marcos in Edinburgh. Another great evening was had by all, although not quite matching the excitement of the previous night out when Scotland qualified for WC 2026.
Going in to 2026 the yellow jersey is being worn by Orry Nowosad.
Join The Generations
On 14th December, an O70s crew from Oriam led by Les Morrison, headed up to Currie for our third JTG event with Currie FC. A great time was had by all but strangely enough we haven’t had any feedback about the final scores.
Scottish Transplant Football
Our own Dave Muttitt is part of the squad which has a busy season ahead culminating in the World Cup in Frankfurt in September. It’s an inspirational story and we’re very proud of Dave and his selection for the squad.
As a Club, we’re delighted to sponsor him for the season ahead.
Well done Dave
Xmas Night Out 2025
Our Xmas Night Out at Baberton Golf Club was a huge success. Fantastic venue, and the food and service were both excellent. POTY trophies were awarded to O50 – Ewan Duffy, O60 2025 – Kadry, O60 2015 – Gordon Scott, O65 2025 – Stuart Campbell, O65 2015 – Gordon Scott, O70 – John Martin, Ladies O40 – Amy Pedersen-Wilson.
We also recognised the contributions of Les Morrison and Deric Oliver who have left the Committee after 12 years combined service.
South East Regional O50 Squad
Oriam continues to be well represented at Regional level which is a great credit to our players and a real source of pride for us as a Club.
Pool Club
Our 2nd pool evening was held on 18th November at Marcos. Brilliantly organised by Ken Duncan again, some fantastic pool was on show. We have had some feedback though about one player who had both feet off the ground whilst breaking!!
The evening was rounded off perfectly as Scotland qualified for WC2026 in some style, albeit leaving a trail of bitten fingernails. Under garments were on show but night out rules apply so no identities will be disclosed.
If you’d like to come to the next session, please contact Ken Duncan
South East Regional O60 Squad
It was great to see so many Oriam players picked for the Regional O60 squad, alongside some friends from Hearts who are well known from our weekly social sessions.
Grub Club – Khukuri Nepalese Restaurant
Our Grub Club held their seciond night out on 13th November. Great food and company and another brilliant night out.
The next one will be in January.
If you’d like to be added to the group speak to Emma or Thommo.
Walking Football Scotland Funding
We’re delighted to announce that we’ve been given funding of £250 from Walking Football Scotland as part of their collaboration with Scottish Womens Football to encourage more women to stay active and involved in football.
This important funding will be used to support the continued development of Womens Walking Football at our Club.
We’re very grateful for the support and would like to thank the WFS Funding Panel for approving our application.
10th Anniversary Dinner – 30 October 2025
Oh what a night…
Our 10th Anniversary Dinner held at Tynecastle was everything we hoped it would be. Superbly organised as always (massive thanks to all involved particularly Dave Whitelaw and Henry Snedden), the night was expertly compered by Calum Robertson with the entertainment provided by the inimitable Eric Davidson and Tam Cowan.
Over 120 players, family, friends and sponsors joined together for an evening of laughter, friendship and generosity which saw over £4000 raised for our chosen charity Alzheimer Scotland.
Thank you to our main event sponsors Digby Brown Solicitors and our table sponsors Grange Wealth Management and Dickens Lounge Bar.
Pool Club
Our first Pool night organised by Ken Duncan, took place at Marcos on Wednesday 22nd October. A brilliant night was had by all and looking forward to the next session.
Golf Club
Last outing of the season today at Duddingston GC for the OWF Golf Section
Weather stayed fair and the course was in great condition
Winners today with a 2 under par 70 were Stuart, Orry and Brian
We’re going into hibernation now until spring but always looking for new players so just shout if you are interested
Thanks to everyone who has organised our outings this season at Gogarburn, Ravelston, Kingsknowe, Swanston and Duddingston.
Talking Walking Football
Annie Waterston and Emma Mickley make their debut appearances on the Worlds only radio show dedicated to Walking Football Annie & Emma Talk Walking Football
10th Anniversary Charity Dinner
A small number of tickets remain available for our 10th Anniversary Dinner that will take place on 30th October in the Executive European Lounge at Tynecastle Stadium. The cost will be £40 per person.
Please email Dave Whitelaw at whitelawhdave@gmail.com
Subject: Dinner Guest Ticket Request
Confirm the number of tickets you require and any dietary requirements.
We will request payment after confirming we can accommodate your request.
Any questions please message Dave Whitelaw
Reminder
In addition to a two course dinner we have lined up 3 excellent guests Calum Robertson (Master of Ceremonies) and speakers Eric Davidson and TV and Radio personality Tam Cowan who I’m sure will make it a memorable evening.
We are also planning a fund raiser/auction to raise funds for our chosen Charity partner.