Katie Hamilton:
I was born in 1993, living in Penicuik for a short time before moving to Roslin with my mum, Patricia (who is sadly no longer with us), my dad, Kevin, and little sister, Lauren. I attended Roslin Primary School, then moving onto Beeslack High School. I moved back to Penicuik in my early 20s and welcomed my son, Coen, in 2016. I married my husband, Ker, in 2023, and have two step-twins, Harris and Rocco.
I have had a few jobs over the years, currently working full-time for the NHS as a Data Assistant, as well as a part-time cleaning job at Strathesk Primary School. Outside of work, I spend the majority of my time being a football mum, with previously being a volunteer coach for Penicuik Athletic Football Club and running all three of my boys to football games throughout Midlothian, Edinburgh, and Livingston.
When I’m not being a taxi service to my children, I’m usually out walking my black Labrador, Bear, who is like having a fourth child! Family and friends are one of the most important things to me, and I’m very lucky that I have a huge support system, especially my husband, who has pushed me to go for this, knowing how much it means to me. If it weren’t for everyone behind me, this whole experience wouldn’t have been possible.
I am unbelievably thrilled and honoured to have been chosen to be the 2026 Hunters Lass alongside Aaron as our Hunter. We will give it our all to represent Penicuik to the highest standard throughout the summer and the coming years.
Penicuik Hunter and Lass 