Join The Royal British Legion and abseil down England’s highest waterfall – thanks to the kind permission of Canonteign Falls in Devon on Sunday 3rd June, 2018.
At 220ft, Canonteign Falls is situated on the edge of Dartmoor's National Park in the heart of Devon's Teign Valley, offering some of the most spectacular waterfall and woodland scenery in Devon.
This exciting challenge will give participants the chance to take in the great scenery as they descend the stunning Waterfall, while knowing they are raising money for the charity to provide invaluable support to the Armed...
Throughout her career, Linzi who works for CPS in Exeter, has encountered various crimes and witnessed the effect that crimes can have on individuals.
Linzi wanted to raise money to help victims and witnesses of crime to find the strength to move beyond the crime with the support from Victim Support; raising awareness, that there are people who care, a confidential ear, an unbiased listener, practical help during court hearings, or subsequent to court hearings for example assisting with medical treatment or getting rehoused.
Why not join the growing gang of Santa lookalikes shimmying 100ft down Princesshay car park for YMCA Exeter’s sixth annual Santa Abseil.
Due to take place on Saturday 5th December, all money raised will help YMCA Exeter provide even more safe housing for young people facing homelessness this Christmas.
Peter Stephenson, Chief Executive of YMCA Exeter said: “Christmas is a time when many people are looking to give something back to their community.
"It’s also a time that is particularly difficult for the many young...
A brave group from leading South West law firm Stephens Scown pushed themselves over the edge today in a Halloween-themed abseil raising funds for Age UK Exeter.
Six lawyers from the firm’s Young Marketing Group (YMG) took part in the hair-raising 80ft abseil off the edge of Princesshay’s NCP car park, raising over £750 in the process.
In costumes ranging from witches to Harry Potter and Batwoman, the terrifying lawyers were part of more than 50 participants from businesses around the city.
Age UK Exeter works to support elderly people across the city and is the...
YMCA Exeter’s 5th Annual Santa Abseil took place on Saturday 6th December with almost 60 local people, young and old, abseiling off the Princesshay car park to help combat youth homelessness.
Fifty-seven people put on their Santa suits, an increase of over 20 participants from last year, and overcame the dizzy heights to step over the roof’s edge and raise over £4,000 to support those without safe accommodation, with the figure still rising.
One of the brave abseilers was Julia Holland, who used to manage a supported accommodation project for young homeless people in Exeter...
On Monday 19 May, Ashfords staff made their way to Canonteign Falls, the highest waterfall in England at an impressive 220ft, to abseil down for CHSW.
With the help of the Royal Marines, all 15 participants made it safely down the steep and slippery rock face.
Faced with the prospect of a 220ft descent down a craggy cliff and waterfall the team showed great courage and team spirit. The event was thoroughly enjoyed by all, even by those who were pale and shaking at the top, with an impressive £1,743 raised for Ashfords charity of the year, CHSW.
So who’s up for some fun festive frolics? Why not join the growing gang of Santa lookalikes shimmying 100ft down the @Renslade offices in central Exeter for Exeter YMCA’s fourth charity Santa Abseil, sponsored by Gilbert Stephens. Due to take place on Saturday 7th December, all moneys raised will help the YMCA continue to provide a home to over 40 young people and the support that they need to see a brighter future.
Peter Stephenson, Chief Executive of Exeter YMCA said, “Christmas is a time when many people are looking to give something back to their community. It’s also a time...
Local residents are being challenged to abseil 80 feet down the side of Princesshay Shopping Centre dressed as Santa for charity. Action for Children is seeking daredevils who will raise vital funds for the country’s most vulnerable children, young people and their families by taking part in its Advent Abseil on Saturday 30 November. It is hoped the event will see hordes of Santas stepping safely off the top of the local landmark, 80 feet up in the air. Action for Children fundraiser, Jamie Lee, said: “Christmas can be a very difficult time for many families. By dressing as Santa and...
