23 September City Giving Day 2026
22-23 September, 7:30am-10:00pm
CPR World Record Relay Challenge
Be Part of a Lifesaving World Record Attempt
Join Central London Alliance in a unique initiative to raise awareness of CPR while bringing together businesses, organisations, and communities across Central London to create a safer, more connected city.
As part of The Lord Mayor's Appeal City Giving Day, we are aiming to set a new world record for the largest CPR relay, with a target of 4,000 participants. Every person taking part will be CPR trained, helping to equip thousands of people with the confidence and skills to save a life.
Why CPR Matters
Cardiovascular disease is responsible for approximately one in four deaths in the UK, and someone experiences a cardiac arrest every three minutes.
Cardiac arrest can affect anyone, regardless of age or health status. Every week, 12 young, otherwise healthy people in the UK lose their lives to sudden cardiac death, and fewer than one in ten people survive an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest.
However, immediate action can make all the difference. When CPR is performed by a bystander within the first two minutes of cardiac arrest, the chances of survival increase significantly and outcomes are greatly improved.
By taking part in this event, you will not only contribute to a world record attempt but also gain a vital lifesaving skill that could one day help save a life.
Event Details
Dates: 22–23 September
Venue:
Tower Suites by Blue Orchid Hospitality
100 Minories
London EC3N 1JY
Kindly hosted by Blue Orchid Hospitality.
Part of: The Lord Mayor's Appeal City Giving Day
Training
All participants must be CPR trained before taking part in the relay.
If you have not previously completed CPR training, we will provide access to a 15-minute online CPR training course, courtesy of the British Heart Foundation, to ensure everyone can participate.
Register Your Place
Help us make history while learning a skill that could help save a life.
Together, we can raise awareness, build stronger communities, and empower thousands more people with the knowledge and confidence to act in an emergency.
