Abseiling and Caving Challenge

Abseiling and Caving Challenge

Enjoy the Peak district in a way you never have before. Abseil off bridges, down waterfalls and through caves.

By Shelter

Date and time

Sunday, October 5 · 9:30am - 4:30pm GMT+1

Location

Millers Dale Car Park - Peak District NP

Millers Dale Car Park - Peak District NP Wormhill SK17 8SN United Kingdom

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Come and join us for this once in a lifetime event and experience abseiling like never before.

Start the day with the thrill of abseiling from Millers Dale Bridge, the 90ft drop over the River Wye will give you an adrenaline boost to kick off the challenge. You'll spend the morning completing a number of different abseils to improve your skills and gain confidence. In the afternoon we'll head underground to abseil through the caves (including down a waterfall!). Dolomite training will be our expert guides on the day and will provide you with all the equipment and information you need.

Reserve your place now with a £30 registration fee (a bargain as this event would normally cost £100!) then raise a minimum sponsorship of £150. We will provide you with help and support to make meeting your fundraising target easy.

We'll meet at Millers Dale Station car park, you will need transport to access the later locations.

Please be aware that in order to access all the abseils you will need to be able to climb a ladder back up, and you will have to travel through the cave to access the underground abseils. If you have any concerns about accessibility please get in touch with us to discuss - Ellie_Tomlin@Shelter.org.uk .

Due to the nature of this event and the unpredictaibility of the British Weather, some locations may need to be changed (for example if caves are inaccessible). Fortunately, Dolomite Training have run this event many times and have backup locations to use if needed.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a car?

Yes, due to the different locations involved you will need access to a car throughout the day.

What happens in the event of bad weather?

In most weathers, there are a variety of location options that we could use so the event will still go ahead. In severe weather that poses a danger, we may need to postpone the event.

Do I need to fundraise?

Yes, due to the cost of holding this event we ask all participants to raise a minimum of £150.

What if I can't raise £150?

Don't worry, we will be on hand to support your fundraising and will help make hitting your target easy! If you have any concerns about your fundraising then don't hesitate to get in touch with Ellie_Tomlin@Shelter.org.uk so we can reassure you.

I have additional accessibility requirements, can I take part?

Please email Ellie_Tomlin@Shelter.org.uk to discuss individual requirements or concerns.

What do I need to bring?

Please wear warm clothing (we recommend multiple layers, ideally non-cotton) and bring a spare change of clothes (or two in the case of rain). You may wish to bring your own lunch, or alternatively this can be purchased from the café at Millers Dale car park.

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