Introducing our brand new challenge event!

We are excited to announce that we have a brand new challenge event to offer you. Will you do something amazing and abseil 262ft down the UK’s tallest sculpture to help people in your community to live well for longer?

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Abseiling down the ArcelorMittal Orbit in London’s Olympic Park will be an experience you will never forget.

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Standing at 262ft tall, it is the UK’s highest sculpture meaning you will get to view some of the city’s most iconic sights upon your descent, including The Gherkin, St Paul’s, Canary Wharf and Wembley Stadium. What’s more, as part of Team St John’s you will be helping people in your community to live well for longer.

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  • When: 14 October 2023
  • Where: Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London
  • Registration fee: £20
  • Fundraising target: £200

Before you abseil, you will have a comprehensive briefing from The Wire & Sky team, who will also provide you with all the specialist equipment you need to complete the challenge. Please ensure you have read and agree to the Terms and Conditions before signing up to this event.

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If you have a question or would just like to speak to a member of our team about taking on a challenge for St John’s please email us on challenges@hje.org.uk or call us on 020 7806 4093.

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