Abseil Guildford Cathedral for Maggie's, Royal Marsden

Abseil from 160ft in the air down the spectacular Guildford Cathedral and support people living with cancer.

Date: 18 October 2025

Time: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Where: Guildford Cathedral, Stag Hill, Guildford GU2 7UP

Registration Fee: £15 early bird until end of August, £20 thereafter

Sponsorship target: £250

This October, we will be celebrating 6 years of Maggie's at The Royal Marsden. Join in on the celebrations by taking part in this thrilling challenge and abseil 160ft (150m) down the iconic Guildford Cathedral.

This abseil challenge will see you climb the Bell Tower's spiral staircase of 249 steps, promising wonderful panoramic views of Guildford and Surrey at the top and during your descent.

We are delighted to have partnered with Hatt Adventures and Guildford Cathedral to put on this fundraising challenge.

Why abseil for Maggie's

Here at Maggie's we are one big team, and we can't wait for you to join us! We will support you every step of the way, from helping you with fundraising inspiration to cheering for you as you take the leap of faith.

As a valued member of Team Maggie's, you will get:

  • encouragement and support on the day from our fundraising team
  • a free Maggie's T-shirt, as well as a medal and certificate
  • continued support, ideas and advice throughout your fundraising
  • the reassurance that you are making a difference to the lives of people with cancer and those who love them.

How to join

  • Sign up today to join
  • Early Bird registration costs £15 before 31 August 2025
  • Standard registration costs £30 after 1 September 2025
  • We ask that you do your best to fundraise £250 for Maggie's at The Royal Marsden

All money raised will go directly towards supporting our free cancer support services.

Participant Restrictions

Minimum Age – 14 years (must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian).

There is no maximum age, but a doctor's medical note may be required in some circumstances. Please contact our fundraising team for guidance.

Maximum Weight – 100 kg (16 stone).

Medical Issues – If you are in any doubt as to your medical ability to abseil, please contact our fundraising team before registering.

Pregnant women are advised not to take part in this activity.

GET IN TOUCH

For more information about this event or if you have any questions, please call us on 020 3982 3141 or email us at royal.marsdenfundraising@maggiescentres.org

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