# Scottish Coal Carrying Championships | Kelty - **Website:** - **Primary alias:** `scottishcoalcarryingchampionships.co.uk` ## Description Coal-Crazy invites you to explore the captivating tradition of the Scottish Coal Carrying Championships, a unique annual event that celebrates the rich history of Scottish coal miners. Originating in the late 1800s, this exhilarating competition pays homage to the colliers who dashed home carrying bags of coal known as "rakers" or "clugs." Now hosted in the vibrant town of Kelty, the event showcases the remarkable strength and endurance of coal-carrying athletes, turning a nostalgic pastime into an exciting modern competition. On August 31, 2024, families can join in celebrating this thrilling spectacle, which promises a fun-filled day for all. Coal-Crazy encourages community involvement and support through donations, helping to keep this historical event alive. With the participation of dedicated sponsors and enthusiastic fans, the Scottish Coal Carrying Championships continues to highlight the heroics of its athletes while fostering community spirit and tradition. Get ready to cheer on the competitors and immerse yourself in this fascinating cultural experience! ## Industries - 🏈 Sports - 🎗 Community and Society - 🎗 Holidays and Seasonal Events _(under Community and Society)_ ## Links - [facebook](https://facebook.com/Scottishcoalcarryingchampionships) ## Logos & icons - logo _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idLai5LpGB/w/180/h/180/theme/light/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1722989468654) - icon _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idLai5LpGB/w/180/h/180/theme/dark/icon.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1722989468736) ## Colors | Name | Hex | Theme | | --- | --- | --- | | Thunderbird | #d11313 | accent | | Black | #000000 | dark | | Concrete | #f3f3f3 | light | --- _Source: _ _See [/llms.txt](/llms.txt) for a full list of agent-readable pages, and [/auth.md](/auth.md) for how agents authenticate._