Falkirk Wheel Abseil

We are delighted to have secured a few places at this really popular event and by taking part, you will provide vital support - and offer hope - to children, young people and adults who are struggling to cope following the death of a loved one.

Imagine slowly lowering 100ft down the world's only rotating boat lift, recognised as a marvel of engineering across the world. The Falkirk Wheel connects the Forth & Clyde Canal with the Union Canal in a half-turn that takes only five minutes - and now is your chance to experience it in a different kind of way!

The abseil will take place in the morning of 21 March 2026 - exact time slot will be confirmed later this year.

No experience necessary - expert guidance will be provided throughout. 

Please note: the minimum age for this event is 11 years old old, you must be at least 140cm tall, and you must not weigh any more than 18 stone.

How to secure a place...

As we anticipate high interest for the handful of places we have, we are welcoming you to register your interest with a short and simple application. If successful you will pay a £20 entry fee and raise funds for Cruse Scotland through sponsorship.

All you have to do is send us an email with the information below by noon on Monday 10 November. 

• Your full name
• Email address
• What is your relationship with Cruse Scotland (eg former client, Volunteer, first time connecting etc)
• Your minimum fundraising target
• Would you be happy to share pictures and provide a quote following the abseil?

Pop your answers to the above to fundraising@crusescotland.org.uk and if successful we'll get back to you the week of the closing date.

If your application for a place in the abseil is successful...

• We'll be in touch to let you know the great news and to request the £20 registration fee
• We'll provide you with a Cruse Scotland T-shirt and all the information you need for the event including a Participant Agreement you must sign and hand to event organisers on the day.
• You will endeavour to raise 80% your minimum fundraising goal via JustGiving before the abseil, and remaining 20% in the two weeks following.
• We'll be on hand to support your fundraising efforts, to get you excited about the event and cheer you on, on the day! 

Thank you so much for you interest in the Cruse Scotland abseil places - and good luck!