4 Jun 2009

On 13 June Lakehouse staff took part in the 'Everest in a Day' challenge at Trellick Tower, where the company is undertaking £2.4M of Decent Homes work for Kensington & Chelsea TMO. Thousands of residents will benefit from vital improvements to their homes and 60% of those affected will receive new kitchens and bathrooms.

The idea behind 'Everest in a Day' is simple - 100 people climb the 31 storeys of Trellick Tower, one of London's biggest landmarks, and then abseil 322 feet down with the help of the British Army. A 322 foot drop done by 100 people is 32,200 feet, more than 2,000 feet higher than Mount Everest!

Funds raised through this event are going to the 'Next Generation Programme' which was set up in 2006 with the aim of inspiring young people to take control of their own lives, to be achievers and to confront their limitations. It offers disaffected youth a fully mentored and supported 10 month programme of outdoor and expedition related skills training, culminating in a five-week wilderness expedition.