920 steps. 42 floors. One morning that helps end loneliness in later life.

Enter a team, climb your local skyline, and change later life for older people across the UK.

On the morning of Friday 20 November 2026, teams from across the City will climb the 920 steps of Tower 42, the tower at the heart of the Eastern City, to raise money for Re-engage, the UK charity reducing loneliness in later life – and they will do it dressed as Santa. It is one day, one building, and one clear ask: help us be there for older people who are facing later life alone.

Loneliness in later life is one of the most significant, under-recognised risks to health and wellbeing — and one of the fastest-growing social challenges as our population ages.

Re-engage tackles it directly, through Tea Parties, Call Companions and Activity Groups run by volunteers across the UK.

Date: Friday 20 November 2026

Venue: Tower 42, 25 Old Broad Street

Challenge: 920 steps, 42 floors
Entry: £30 per climber
Fundraising target: £150 per climber
Timing: During the working day — staggered start times for teams

Dress code Santa suit (provided, and optional)

Sign up now
Every climber gets full joining instructions, fundraising materials and support from the Re-engage team.

This event is proudly sponsored by the Eastern City BID.