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Belfast Telegraph
13-07-2025
- Business
- Belfast Telegraph
Royal Portrush can become the must go to destination in golf: General Manager Danny Campbell
Danny Campbell is used to working in iconic institutions. Harrods. Check. St Andrews. Check. Now he is the General Manager at Royal Portrush Golf Club. The man from Kent experienced five Open Championships in his time at the home of golf.
STV News
16-06-2025
- Health
- STV News
Presenter Danny Campbell runs 10k in Crocs in memory of younger brother
Presenter Danny Campbell has completed a 10k run wearing Crocs in memory of his younger brother who died from cancer. Mr Campbell, an architect and presenter, ran the Glasgow Men's 10k in 50 minutes and 18 seconds, handing out copies of his younger brother Duncan's memoir The Suicide Notes throughout the race. He wore Crocs during the race to 'defy expectations' and to encourage people to 'show up for yourself' after his 31-year-old brother's death last year, and regularly wears them during his appearances on television. In 2024, Mr Campbell spoke openly about losing his younger sibling to an aggressive form of brain cancer, despite trying sonodynamic therapy in New York, describing his brother's health battle as 'heroic'. PA Media Danny Campbell ran the race with a copy of a book written by his late brother, Duncan (Callum McKenzie/PA Wire). The race, which started at the Riverside Museum and ended in Glasgow Green, is designed to get men of all ages talking about their mental health. Mr Campbell, a father-of-three, said: 'I ran the race in my brother's honour. Every squeaky step, Dunk was with me. 'He faced life's hardest challenges with humour, courage, and zero regard for convention. He made sure we laughed, even when things got impossibly hard. I'm just trying to follow in his footsteps. 'My Crocs are now a symbol of not giving a toss about other people's expectations. 'It's about showing up as yourself — and creating space for other people to do the same. 'Thanks to everyone who donated, cheered, or just shook their head in disbelief. I hope it made people smile. And maybe think about someone they could check in on today.' Writing on a JustGiving page, he said: 'I'm doing this in memory of my little brother and to encourage others to share their struggles. 'Dunk fought a tough battle with cancer and had a profoundly positive impact on so many people. He was charismatic, quick-witted, honest and caring.' Mr Campbell, an ambassador for The Social Hub Glasgow, said that doing the race in Crocs was 'a silly way to say something serious'. He raised £750 for the Mental Health Foundation, which praised his efforts at 'normalising conversations around mental health'. Julie Cameron, associate director for Scotland at Mental Health Foundation, said: 'We're incredibly grateful to Danny for taking on this challenge, raising both awareness and vital funds for the Mental Health Foundation. 'His message encouraging people, especially men, to talk about their struggles and seek support is more important than ever. 'While awareness has grown, stigma still holds many back from opening up about their struggles. 'Normalising conversations around mental health is crucial, and if an architect running a 10K in Crocs sparks those discussions, that's a win.' To donate, visit Mr Campbell's Just Giving page. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
The Independent
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
BBC presenter runs 10k in Crocs in memory of younger brother
BBC Scotland's Home of the Year presenter Danny Campbell has completed a 10k run wearing Crocs in memory of his younger brother who died from cancer. Mr Campbell, an architect and presenter, ran the Glasgow Men's 10k in 50 minutes and 18 seconds, handing out copies of his younger brother Duncan's memoir The Suicide Notes throughout the race. He wore Crocs during the race to 'defy expectations' and to encourage people to 'show up for yourself' after his brother's death last year, and regularly wears them during his appearances on television. In 2024, Mr Campbell spoke openly about losing his younger sibling to an aggressive form of brain cancer, despite trying sonodynamic therapy in New York, describing his brother's health battle as 'heroic'. The race, which started at the Riverside Museum and ended in Glasgow Green, is designed to get men of all ages talking about their mental health. Mr Campbell, a father-of-three, said: 'I ran the race in my brother's honour. Every squeaky step, Dunk was with me. 'He faced life's hardest challenges with humour, courage, and zero regard for convention. He made sure we laughed, even when things got impossibly hard. I'm just trying to follow in his footsteps. 'My Crocs are now a symbol of not giving a toss about other people's expectations. 'It's about showing up as yourself — and creating space for other people to do the same. 'Thanks to everyone who donated, cheered, or just shook their head in disbelief. I hope it made people smile. And maybe think about someone they could check in on today.' Writing on a JustGiving page, he said: 'I'm doing this in memory of my little brother and to encourage others to share their struggles. 'Dunk fought a tough battle with cancer and had a profoundly positive impact on so many people. He was charismatic, quick-witted, honest and caring.' Mr Campbell, an ambassador for The Social Hub Glasgow, said that doing the race in Crocs was 'a silly way to say something serious'. He raised £750 for the Mental Health Foundation, which praised his efforts at 'normalising conversations around mental health'. Julie Cameron, associate director for Scotland at Mental Health Foundation, said: 'We're incredibly grateful to Danny for taking on this challenge, raising both awareness and vital funds for the Mental Health Foundation. 'His message encouraging people, especially men, to talk about their struggles and seek support is more important than ever. 'While awareness has grown, stigma still holds many back from opening up about their struggles. 'Normalising conversations around mental health is crucial, and if an architect running a 10K in Crocs sparks those discussions, that's a win.'
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Scotland's Home of the Year star runs Glasgow Men's 10k in unusual footwear
A 10k run in unusual footwear has helped put a spotlight on men's mental health. TV presenter and architect Danny Campbell completed the Glasgow Men's 10K in a pair of Crocs, using the eye-catching choice of footwear to start conversations around grief, resilience, and men's mental health. Danny, known for his role as a judge on BBC Scotland's Home of the Year, ran the 10K in memory of his younger brother Duncan, who passed away last year following a long illness. He said: "I ran the race in my brother's honour. "Every squeaky step, Dunk was with me. "He faced life's hardest challenges with humour, courage, and zero regards for convention. "He made sure we laughed, even when things got impossibly hard. "I'm just trying to follow in his footsteps." Read more: Brave Glasgow couple to abseil 30m down iconic Scottish landmark Crossing the finish line in 50 minutes and 18 seconds, Danny handed out copies of Duncan's memoir, The Suicide Notes, during the race in hopes of encouraging open conversations about mental health. The architect, who founded HOKO Design in 2019 and serves as an ambassador for The Social Hub Glasgow, has spoken candidly about balancing grief, fatherhood, and entrepreneurship while raising three young boys. (Image: Supplied) Danny said: "My Crocs are now a symbol of not giving a toss about other people's expectations. "It's about showing up as yourself — and creating space for other people to do the same. "Thanks to everyone who donated, cheered, or just shook their head in disbelief. "I hope it made people smile - and maybe think about someone they could check in on today." The Glasgow Men's 10k, which began at the Riverside Museum and finished at Glasgow Green, aims to encourage men of all ages to get active and speak openly about their mental health. Danny is raising funds for the Mental Health Foundation, a UK charity dedicated to addressing mental health issues. Donations remain open at Read more: New Glasgow-inspired wellbeing wallpaper unveiled by SAMH Julie Cameron, associate director for Scotland at the Mental Health Foundation, said: "We're incredibly grateful to Danny for taking on this challenge, raising both awareness and vital funds for the Mental Health Foundation. "His message encouraging people, especially men, to talk about their struggles and seek support is more important than ever. "While awareness has grown, stigma still holds many back from opening up about their struggles. "Normalising conversations around mental health is crucial, and if an architect running a 10k in Crocs sparks those discussions, that's a win."
The Courier
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Courier
Broughty Ferry's Tree House misses out on Scotland's Home of the Year title
The Tree House in Broughty Ferry missed out on being crowned Scotland's Home of the Year. The finale of the popular BBC property show aired on Monday night. Hilltop House near Pitmedden in Aberdeenshire was crowned Scotland's Home of the Year. The Tree House was one of six episode-winning properties to make it to the finale of the show. Filmed at Glasgow's House For An Art Lover, the final episode brought together the six finalists for the first time, giving them the chance to see each other's homes. Hilltop House is a contemporary home built on the footprint of a farm steading. Home to Jessica Zanoni and husband Chris Labrooy, their teenage son Chase (18) and dogs Enzo and Dino, Hilltop House fuses together mid-century and Californian cool styles. Designed by the couple – who run their own art business – it's filled with colourful statement pieces from bright yellow sofas to a pastel pink bathroom. The SHOTY judges – interior designers Anna Campbell-Jones and Banjo Beale, and architect Danny Campbell – crowned Hilltop House the winner of Scotland's Home of the Year 2025 from a shortlist of six finalists from across Scotland. Anna Campbell-Jones said of Hilltop House: 'This home managed to feel perfect in every way whilst still feeling like a place where real people live. I particularly loved the way their art was reflected in their choices of colour and furniture, managing to create the perfect balance between playfulness and sophistication.' Fellow judge Danny Campbell was equally blown away: ''This was a home that manages to be both deeply personal and architecturally ambitious,' he said. 'There's a clarity of vision that's rare: every corner feels considered, every material honest, every space deliberate and thought through. It felt like the building was completely in tune with the people who lived there, which is especially impressive for a conversion.' The owners were delighted the judges picked Hilltop House as the winner. Jessica said: 'Every home is distinctive and unique because of the people that live there. So, our home is different because we are different. 'With me being from California and Chris being an artist, I think our tastes are just naturally a little bit unique. There isn't really anything in our house that we found at shops near us. Everything was specially sourced.' Chris added: 'I feel the home's location and east-facing gable give it a special character. I love the sunrises here – so much so that I'm up before 6.00am every morning just to take them in. I work from home so I really appreciate the quality of light throughout the day. It's a very easy going home to live in.' The six homes that reached the final of Scotland's Home of the Year included the Tree House in Broughty Ferry, which is owned by Paul Durrant and his wife Jackie McKenzie. Paul said he and Jackie were delighted to make the final: 'We had such a good day in Glasgow. We loved meeting the other finalists and hearing the stories of their homes. 'We weren't at all disappointed not to win. It really was a bonus to reach the final and to appear alongside so many amazing homes.' The 7th series of Scotland's Home of the Year featured 18 properties from all over Scotland – including four in Tayside, Fife, and Stirlingshire. Reflecting on the season, Danny Campbell said: 'This year's line-up was outrageously good. From bold conversions to quirky self-builds, every home had its own personality and inspirational touches. 'It felt like homeowners across Scotland have taken things up a level — not just in terms of design, but in how fearlessly they made their homes truly their own. It was a joy (and a nightmare!) to judge.' An 8th series of Scotland's Home of the Year has been commissioned and will begin filming across the country later this month. Season 7 of Scotland's Home of the Year is available on iPlayer
