Airdrie & Coatbridge Advertiser

Could you brave the Falkirk Wheel climb?

- Lorraine Howard

The Scottish SPCA is calling on daredevils to abseil down The Falkirk Wheel to raise vital funds.

Scotland’s animal welfare charity has spaces left for the exciting challenge which takes place on Saturday, April 22, 2017.

Ayr centre manager, Marion Hainey said: “This is the first time we have organised an abseil at The Falkirk Wheel and spaces are going fast.

“It’s a fantastic challenge for anyone who wants to do something fun and memorable to help animals in the local area.

“Those who have completed abseils for the charity in previous years have said that it’s an amazing experience and one they’ll never forget.

“There will be a team of highly skilled instructor­s to ensure participan­ts are equipped with everything they need to make the abseil as safe and enjoyable as possible.

“We rely on public support to continue our work rescuing abused, abandoned and injured animals so every penny and pound raised in sponsorshi­p really does count.”

Cheryl McLoughlan from Hamilton who previously took part in the Titan Crane abseil said: “I was terrified on the day but excited too.

“I had never taken part in anything like it before.

“That moment I had to climb over the side of the crane to my descent was pretty scary, but as soon as I got going I was loving it.”

Anyone interested in taking part in the abseil can call the Scottish SPCA fundraisin­g team on 03000 999 999 or email fundraisin­g@scottishsp­ca.org for further informatio­n.

 ??  ?? Falkirk Wheel You could abseil for charity next year
Falkirk Wheel You could abseil for charity next year

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