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Alfred's Tower charity abseil for SOS Africa

SOS Africa are hosting a 160ft charity abseil fundraising event from Alfred’s Tower at Stourhead.

  • Booking essential
  • Free event

Back by popular demand, this sponsored charity abseil will take place on the weekends of 27-28 September and 4-5 October 2025.

Courtesy of the National Trust Stourhead, SOS Africa’s King Alfred’s Tower Charity Abseil is the charity’s highest to date and a unique opportunity for the general public to abseil this iconic historical venue.

Times

The basics

Booking details

Call 01747 841152

Meeting point

Alfred's Tower

What to bring and wear

Please wear activity appropriate clothing

Accessibility

There are many steps that lead to the top of Alfred's Tower.

Other

For more information and to register visit https://www.sosafrica.com/events/king-alfreds-tower-charity-abseil-stourhead/

Contact info

Stourhead Estate Office

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