Duke of Edinburgh’s Award 2025-26 round-up

As the 2025-26 Duke of Edinburgh’s Award expedition season draws to a close, we are delighted to congratulate all 250 participants who have successfully completed their qualifying expeditions with outdoor expedition provider Hillgoers.

  • 138 Bronze
  • 70 Silver
  • 42 Gold

Mrs McAvinue, Duke of Edinburgh Awards Manager, said: “Thank you to all participants for your hard work and dedication to the Award. Your commitment, resilience, and teamwork have truly paid off. Many thanks to Hillgoers for your collaboration.”

Robert Gordon’s College is one of the largest independent school centres in Scotland for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, where pupils choose to participate as part of a strong tradition of volunteering, outdoor expeditions, and skills development.

We look forward to celebrating the success of completed participants in our RGC Celebration event in March 2027.