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Souter sponsored abseil

Abseil down the lighthouse tower and help us raise funds to care for Souter's coast.

  • Booking essential

Do you dare to tackle the tower? We're offering a handful of brave people a rare chance to abseil down the lighthouse under the expert guidance of outdoor activity specialists Pinpoint Adventure. It's all for a good cause; you'll be helping us repair footpaths, clifftop safety barriers and fencing along the coast, maintain Whitburn Local Nature Reserve and pay for seed to feed the birds. We'll provide you with a sponsorship form and, by raising a minimum of £80, you play your part in looking after Souter to benefit people and wildlife.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
All minimum sponsorship£80.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 0191 529 0902 or email ross.anderson@nationaltrust.org.uk.

Suitability

Suitable for children aged 8 years and over.

Meeting point

Meet at the base of the lighthouse.

What to bring and wear

Please wear trousers e.g. leggings or tracksuit bottoms (no jeans or shorts please). Warm clothes, a waterproof jacket and trousers and trainers are advised. Further info will be supplied on booking.

Accessibility

This event requires you to be able to climb the 76 steps to the top of the lighthouse and climb over the railing on the outside of the walkway. Level access is available for spectators.

Upcoming events

Event

The Pantaloons present Robin Hood at Souter Lighthouse 

Enjoy an innovative outdoor theatre performance of the classic myth.

Event summary

on
12 Jul 2025
at
19:00 to 20:45
Event

Tuesday health walk 

A gentle guided stroll. Free.

Event summary

on
15 Jul to 16 Dec 2025
at
14:00 to 15:00
+ 22 other dates or times
Event

Wednesday health walk 

Explore the coast on a free guided walk.

Event summary

on
16 Jul to 17 Dec 2025
at
13:30 to 15:00
+ 22 other dates or times
Event

Coffee afternoon by the sea with Age Concern Tyneside South 

Join Age Concern Tyneside South at Whitburn Coastal Conservation Centre for a dementia-friendly coffee afternoon.

Event summary

on
17 Jul to 18 Dec 2025
at
14:30 to 15:30
+ 22 other dates or times