AbseilChallenge

This event is a truly unique experience for you to ascend the 100ft drop off the Port of Leith Distillery. With views across Edinburgh’s skyline and of the historic Royal Yacht Britannia beside you! Standing proudly on the waterfront, the Port of Leith Distillery is the UK’s first vertical distillery, a striking nine-storey tower wedged into Edinburgh’s historic harbour.

Restrictions: Participants must weigh under 120kg.

Event details

When: Saturday 10 May 2025

Where: Port of Leith, Edinburgh

To register your interest please contact – [email protected]

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10/05/2025

Port of Leith Distillery, Edinburgh

Firewalk Dundee

Do you have what it takes to walk barefoot across glowing embers? We think you’ve got the inner fire to prove you can defeat the heat!

person walking on hot embers during The Yard Firewalk

Challenge

Firewalk Dundee

Sign up for The Yard Firewalk and with expert training, you’ll master mind over matter and prove that you can conquer anything!

By facing the fire, you’ll raise vital funds for disabled children and young people at The Yard.

When is the Firewalk?

Saturday, 25th October at The Yard, Dundee

What to expect

6:30 PM – 6:45PM	Registration and welcome
6:45PM – 8:15PM	Motivation workshop and safety briefing
8:15PM – 8:45PM	Firewalk begins accompanied by live entertainment.
8:45PM – 9:30PM	Post event drinks and nibbles

Spectators should aim to arrive between 8:00PM – 8:15PM

What to Expect:

Upon registration, participants will receive a Yard t-shirt before taking part in a 90-minute motivational workshop and safety briefing to prepare for the Firewalk. Then, it’s time to step outside and brave the fire!

Who Can Participate?

Individuals, teams of friends or colleagues, businesses – everyone is welcome to join in the Firewalk. Participants must be over 16 years old.

What do I need to do to take part?

Purchase your ticket and pay a £10 registration fee. We do ask for a minimum sponsorship of £60.

Once you have purchased your ticket, please set up your fundraising page on JustGiving.

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25/10/2025

The Yard, Dundee, DD4 8HZ

Burning questions

There is no special clothing required. Casual comfortable clothes are best.

Please remember fires can be quite dirty and clothes may become ash stained. We also suggest bringing a waterproof jacket, as October weather can be unpredictable.

No, you will walk on a bed of embers. By the time you finish the training workshop, the fire will have reduced to glowing embers.

Friends and family are unable to participate in the workshop (this includes children), however they are very welcome to watch and cheer you on.

Spectators should arrive 15 minutes before the Firewalk begins.

Yes, participants must be at least 16 years old to take part in the Firewalk.

I have a medical condition; will I be able to Firewalk?

If you’re concerned about your ability to participate, please check with your GP before signing up for the Firewalk. Your safety and well-being are our top priorities.

The Firewalk is not a weather dependent event. If it is raining, we will still go ahead unless the rain is so heavy that it will extinguish the fire or there are very high winds.

All participants will be notified in the event of cancellation due to weather.

There is no preparation to undertake. all training will be provided on the night.

You should abstain from the consumption of alcohol or drugs prior to the event. Any person who is in the opinion of the trainer unfit to participate will NOT be permitted to take part.

The Yard has extremely limited parking. We recommend car sharing if possible or using public transport.