The Big QMC Abseil
Can you handle the 100 foot drop? Take on the Big QMC Abseil and raise money for Nottingham hospitals
When
Saturday 5th September 2026
Where
Queen’s Medical Centre, Nottingham
Registration fee
£30
Minimum Fundraising Amount
£150
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The Big QMC Abseil is back and better than ever!
On Saturday 5th September, more than 100 brave abseilers will be taking on the unforgettable challenge of sailing 100 foot down the side of the Queen's Medical Centre.
You'll meet fellow fundraisers who are also braving the drop and helping to support Nottingham hospitals through their fundraising efforts. After taking in the breath-taking 360° views from the top of QMC, you'll take on an experience like no other in Nottingham whilst being cheered on by your friends, family and colleagues.
Grab a friend and enjoy this incredible experience together, as you'll be able to take on the descent side by side.
How do I get involved?
Registration is just £30, which confirms your place at this year’s event, and we ask a minimum sponsorship commitment of just £150. When you register, you will be able to book your time slot and will receive a confirmation email from us confirming your place. Please make sure you check your spam inbox as sometimes our emails can end up there.
If you're joining us as a big group, please check that your chosen timeslot has enough spaces for everyone. Since each person needs to register individually, we recommend booking as soon as you pick your timeslot to make sure no one misses out.
If you're a larger group, get in touch with us, and we’ll be happy to arrange this for you directly (subject to availability)! If you have any questions, just drop us an email at hello@nottinghamhospitalscharity.org.uk - we’re here to help!
What happens next?
We’ll be there with you every step of the way from the moment you register. Our Charity team will greet you at the top and bottom of QMC and help you find your group so you are ready for your briefing. We’ll cheer you on as you scale down the side of the QMC and once your feet are safely back on the ground, we’ll be ready and waiting for you at the bottom to present you with your very own certificate.
Your fundraising makes a difference
Get the whole team involved
The Big QMC Abseil is a great team event, where you can take on the challenge together and form lasting bonds with your colleagues. We partner with local Nottingham businesses, like yours, to help make a lasting impact on Nottingham hospitals.
If you would like to sponsor our Big QMC Abseil, please fill in the form below.
Take a look at our FAQs
Our abseil takes place on site at the Queen’s Medical Centre - located near the tram stop in the underground car park. There will be signs on the day pointing you to our event.
Yes! The abseil is open to members of the public as well as NUH staff!
Absolutely not! Our abseil is suitable for almost everyone. Our expert team will guide you through the process of abseiling and will help you every step of the way.
The minimum age is 13.
Yes, for safety reasons there is a weight limit of 17 stone 3lbs (110kg). This is set by our event providers and their equipment manufacturers to ensure everyone can take part safely and comfortably. If you have any questions or need more info, feel free to get in touch!
We find that the majority of participants exceed their fundraising targets! If you’d like some fundraising advice or have signed up and are worried you won’t raise the minimum of £150, our fundraising team can offer lots of support. Please reach out to us via email (hello@nottinghamhospitalscharity.org.uk) or by calling us on 0115 962 7905.
All the money raised at our Big QMC Abseil goes back to support patient care in Nottingham. You can choose to raise money for an area that means the most to you, or for our hospitals in general.
We actively encourage businesses to join in our Big QMC Abseil as it’s a fantastic team-building exercise. You’ll go down in pairs, but you’ll be able to cheer your colleagues on from the roof or ground. If you would like to take part as part of our team, please get in touch with our Corporate Fundraising Lead at hello@nottinghamhospitalscharity.org.uk.
Of course! We welcome supporters along on the day to cheer on their family and friends.
If you have a question about accessibility requirements, please reach out to us via email (hello@nottinghamhospitalscharity.org.uk) or by calling us on 0115 962 7905 so we can discuss your individual requirements.
You can contact our events team by dropping us an email at hello@nottinghamhospitalscharity.org.uk or give us a call on 0115 962 7905.
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