Archive: this sponsored abseil took place on 25 April 2021.
The original report said a fundraising abseil at Millers Dale Bridge in the Peak District raised more than £6,000 for Blythe House Hospicecare and Helen’s Trust.
An activity provider describes the Millers Dale Bridge abseil above the River Wye as 80ft, with around 70ft free-hanging.
The original report said 29 people took part on Sunday 25 April 2021, with the youngest aged ten.
The money raised supported hospice care and services.
“It was a fantastic day and although it was very scary having never done anything like this before, I faced my fears and probably cured my fear of heights! It was great to raise money for this amazing local cause too”, said one participant.
The charity is now known as Blythe House Hospice. It supports people affected by life-limiting illness across North Derbyshire.
The hospice works to make care and support available close to home across its area.
Blythe House offers support from diagnosis through bereavement. Its Hospice at Home service provides care for people in their own homes.
The 2021 report described the hospice’s fundraising needs at the time. For current services and ways to support its work, see Blythe House Hospice.
Blythe House Hospice is at Eccles Fold, Chapel-en-le-Frith, SK23 9TJ. For general enquiries, call 01298 815 388 or visit the hospice’s contact page.
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