The clock is ticking for businesses to get their teams assembled to take on one of Scotland’s most unique fundraising events.
The Forth Bridge Abseil, run by Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (CHSS) in partnership with Network Rail and Balfour Beatty, raised more than £202,000 for 28 charities across the country in 2025, including £107,000 for CHSS. In 20 years the event has raised more than £2 million.
There are limited entries for this year’s event which takes place on Sunday October 4.
Stephanie Wilks, Community, Events and Corporate Fundraiser for Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland said: “There’s still time for businesses to join forces for an unforgettable, and worthwhile, team day out to raise money for charity.
“Our fundraising team is ready to help you get prepared for the big day but there are only a limited number of spaces left so we would encourage anyone who wants to take part in a truly thrilling fundraiser to sign up now.”
The abseil, which first took place in 2003, has raised more than £2 million for charities across Scotland.
Alan Ross, Director of Engineering and Asset Management at Network Rail Scotland, said: “Seeing people take on the challenge of abseiling from the Forth Bridge, especially those who’ve overcome serious health setbacks, is genuinely inspiring. There’s no better place to showcase that kind of resilience.
"The bridge itself is a symbol of strength and we’re proud to support an event that brings people together in such a powerful way. It’s always a brilliant day, and we’re delighted to be part of it again next year.”
Colin Hardie, Works Manager at Balfour Beatty, said: “We are delighted to have joined with Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland and Network Rail once again to open the doors to the iconic Forth Bridge.
“Since it launched over 20 years ago, the Forth Bridge Abseil event has raised millions for those living with chest, heart, and stroke conditions. We look forward to making next year’s abseil the biggest and most successful to date.”
Entries for the Forth Bridge Abseil in 2026 are now open. The event will take place on Sunday October 4th. For more information or to sign up, visit abseil.scot.
If you’re living with the effects of heart disease and stroke and looking for advice and information, please contact Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland’s Advice Line on 0808 801 0899. You can also text NURSE to 66777 or email adviceline@chss.org.uk.
Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (CHSS) is Scotland’s leading health charity supporting people with chest, heart, and stroke conditions, including Long Covid, to live their lives to the full.
Its Community Healthcare Support Services are there for people at every stage of their condition.
CHSS provides a free advice line, organises peer support groups, offers health checks in local communities, and campaigns to improve policies and services.
CHSS is Scotland’s largest volunteering organisation with over 3,700 volunteers who help to deliver services, run 43 charity shops across Scotland, and raise vital funds to ensure people with our conditions can live life to the full.