Three images of people enjoying the Helix slide. It is a huge red and white slide which stands extremely tall.
  • When: Saturday 13 September 2025

  • Where: ArcelorMittal Orbit, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Newham, Greater London, England, E20 2AD

  • Who: 18 to 29 years

  • Cost: £10

  • Closing Date: 29 August 2025

Come on a high adrenaline adventure with VICTA!

Join us to take a ride on the Helix, the world’s longest and tallest slide, which you will loop around 12 times and reach speeds of up to 15mph! The slide is located on the iconic ArcelorMittal Orbit sculpture, constructed as a lasting legacy of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, within Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford. This is a fantastic opportunity to participate in a group activity with like-minded peers in a safe and supportive environment.

After our exhilarating trip down the Helix, we will head over to Riverside East for some music and street food.

A minimum height of 1.3 metres is required for this adventure and a maximum weight of 130kg to take part.

Trainers or boots are required (crocs, wellies or high heels are not permitted).

The Helix is a physical activity where it is likely that you will be required to stand for a prolonged period.

Why apply?

  • A great opportunity to meet other people with a vision impairment
  • Grow in confidence
  • Increase your independence skills
  • Enjoy the adrenaline rush!

Who can apply?

You must be:

  • Registered or registrable as blind or partially sighted
  • At least 18 years old on 13 September 2025
  • Physically, socially and emotionally able to take part independently in a group setting with peers of a similar age
  • Able to communicate their needs independently
  • Able to take medication independently (if applicable)
  • Able to take part in physical activities

For further information on the Helix and Riverside East please visit: Helix | The world’s longest and tallest tunnel slide | Zip World, Riverside East | Stratford’s Biggest Dining & Events Destination

Apply below:

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Independence skills

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Eye condition

If this is the first VICTA activity that you are applying for, please note that applicants must be registered sight impaired or severely sight impaired, or be able to provide proof that they are registerable. Any information or documents supplied must include the applicant’s name, date of birth and visual acuity.
Supporting documentation
If the applicant is registered, please include a copy of one of the following registration documents: - Certificate of Visual Impairment (CVI) - Blind Registration Card issued by local authority If the applicant is not registered, please provide: - a letter from an ophthalmologist confirming visual acuity. Please note, applications cannot be processed without these documents.

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a. I agree to take part in VICTA's activity and have read all the information sent to me.
b. I acknowledge the need to behave responsibly at all times during the activity.
c. I confirm that this form has been completed accurately and I undertake to update VICTA's organisers should any information contained on the form or personal circumstances change.
d. In the event of an emergency/accident, I consent to emergency medical treatment, which may include the use of anaesthetics.
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Activities for 14 to 17 years