The Big Festive Abseil

Join us for our first ever abseil event down the main block at Doncaster Royal Infirmary on Saturday 14th December.

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Will you pledge to go over the edge for Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals Charity?

When
Saturday 14th December

Where
Doncaster Royal Infirmary

Registration Fee
£35

Minimum Sponsorship
£200

We are delighted to introduce our very first abseil event and invite you, our brave supporters, to take the pledge and go over the edge of Doncaster Royal Infirmary to help raise vital funds for Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals' Charity. 

You'll be joining a team of wonderful people, just like you. Taking on the 115ft drop to raise funds for areas of the hospital that mean the most to you. 

We have limited spaces avaiable for this brand new event. Registration is just £35 and includes the abseil experience with Big Bang Promotions plus a charity t-shirt. All participants are asked to raise a minimum sponsorship of £200 which will help us to continue funding amazing projects which make a huge difference to our patients, their families and our colleagues across DBTH. 

Festive fancy dress is encouraged, but not essential! 

FAQ's

Are there any restrictions to take part?

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Age: All participants must be aged 16 or over. However, participants under 18 must be accompanied on the day by a parent or legal guardian. The parent/guardian does not need to partake in the abseil but it is encouraged! The parent or guardian must complete a Parental Consent Form prior to the event. There is no upper age limit but we encourage older participants to consult their doctors in advance.

Weight: The weight restriction for this event is 120kg (18.9 stone). If you are at, approaching or over this weight, please get in touch and we will discuss the possibility of participation with the events company.

If any of the following apply, you must seek professional medical advice before abseiling and sign a non-standard waiver.

  • High blood pressure
  • Heart condition
  • Suffer from dizziness or epilepsy
  • Damage to neck, back, spinal column, legs or eyes
  • Asthma
  • Medication – if you are taking any form of prescribed medication, please inform us of how this may affect you
  • Aged 50 years or above: we strongly advise that you seek medical advice prior to taking part.

Where will the abseil take place?

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The abseil will take place at main block of Doncaster Royal Infirmary. 

Doncaster Royal Infirmary Armthorpe Road Doncaster South Yorkshire DN2 5LT

Registration will be inside the main entrance of the hospital.