Forth Bridge Abseil returns on September 28, 2025, giving thrill-seekers a once-in-a-lifetime chance to abseil from Scotland’s most iconic bridge for charity. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Forth Bridge Abseil returns on September 28, 2025, giving thrill-seekers a once-in-a-lifetime chance to abseil from Scotland’s most iconic bridge for charity.
Network Rail’s Alan Ross (centre) with Imogen Reading and Stephanie Wilks of the CHSS fundraising team.

Forth Bridge Abseil Unites Community for Charity

Organized by Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland, Balfour Beatty, and Network Rail, the Forth Bridge Abseil 2025 invites participants to descend from the historic structure in South Queensferry.

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In 2024, almost 800 adventurers joined the abseil from Forth Bridge, raising over £390,000 for health-related causes. This year’s goal is to attract even more participants and donations.

Alan Ross of Network Rail Scotland called the event a meaningful connection between engineering excellence and community impact. He emphasized how the Forth Bridge charity abseil allows people to engage with the landmark in an unforgettable way.

The bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers sweeping views across the Firth of Forth, making it a perfect backdrop for this fundraising challenge.

Forth Bridge Abseil 2025 to Break New Records

Colin Hardie from Balfour Beatty highlighted the event’s growth, saying the Forth Bridge abseil challenge has raised millions over the past 20 years for causes like stroke recovery and Long Covid support.

He expressed optimism that 2025 would mark the biggest turnout in the event’s history, supported by growing public enthusiasm.

Heather McCann from Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland described the Forth Bridge abseil event as the organization’s most impactful fundraiser.

She urged new and returning participants to register early and help raise essential funds, combining adventure with purpose.

This year’s abseil from Forth Bridge stands out as one of Scotland’s premier charity experiences—offering adrenaline, scenic beauty, and meaningful change in one unforgettable descent.

Source: projectscot.com

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