Liverpool's Anglican Cathedral is to partner up with Beatles Day for a charity abseil in aid of the cathedral's Centenary Fund.
All participants who register for the 150ft abseil over the Main Entrance at west end of the Cathedral will receive two complimentary tickets for the official Beatles Day – The Concert featuring Sgt Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Show (plus special guests) at the Echo Arena that night.
The best dressed Beatles on the day (spectator or participants) will also win free family or couple tickets to the show.
The abseil will take place on Saturday 10th July. Registration is £35 and participants are required to raise a minimum of £120 in sponsorship. There will be a back-up date of July 17th in case of bad weather.
There are just 100 places available for the abseil – the first time the Cathedral has organised such an event. All proceeds raised will go to the Cathedral Centenary Fund, which helps keep the Cathedral free to visitors as well as funding projects that help the Cathedral engage with the wider community through music, activities, building improvements and visitor facilities.
Dean Justin Welby was the first to brave the drop in a trial abseil last month. The Dean said, “This really is a first for the Cathedral. Many people admire the Cathedral architecture, and abseiling down it will allow people a unique view of both the building and the city, at the same time as helping raise much-needed funds. After trying it myself I can say that it is sure to provide a great view and a grand experience.”
Gill O’Neill, Beatles Day Foundation Fundraising Manager said, “We are delighted to link with the Cathedral on this event. We're always looking for new and exciting fundraising activities for Beatles Day and it doesn't get much more exciting than seeing some Beatles jump off the Cathedral! We'd encourage anyone to hold their own event for Beatles Day and register it with us at info@beatlesday.tv."
Rebecca Bentham, Cathedral Fundraising Manager added, “There is a natural link between the Beatles and the Cathedral, so we are really excited about becoming official partners on Beatles Day. We know that Paul McCartney loves the Cathedral building and he chose it for the Northern premiere of his choral work Ecce Cor Meum (Behold My Heart). Both the Beatles and the Cathedral are firmly associated with the rich history and culture of the city, so it is fantastic to bring the two together for this unique event.”
Places are limited. To register, visit www.liverpoolcathedral.org.uk or contact Rebecca Bentham, Fundraising Manager, 0151 702 7226 rebecca.bentham@liverpoolcathedral.org.uk
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