People are urged to take the plunge and abseil 262ft down London’s ArcelorMittal Orbit for the Children’s Air Ambulance.

The famous sculpture, created by Anish Kapoor and Cecil Balmond, is a symbol of the London 2012 Olympics, and its views reach over 20 miles across the city.

The event is taking place on September 25, between 9-6pm at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford.

Registration is £25 and people are asked to raise a minimum sponsorship of £350.

The national Children’s Air Ambulance flies emergency transfers between hospitals for seriously ill children so they can get the treatment they need as quickly as possible.

To book your place or for more information visit the website at www.childrensairambulance.org.uk/fundraising-challenges/arcelormittal-orbit-abseil.