A testing 109 metres

“Never measure the height of a mountain until you have reached the top…”

Dag Hammarskjold

At first claustrophobia (confined spaces) and acrophobia (height or open spaces) would appear to be complete opposites and unrelated. In fact psychologists are now beginning to understand that these two fears are part of the same spatial-perceptual continuum. Claustrophobia relates to under perception of horizontal distances, acrophobia is over perception on vertical distances. If you are not sure where you stand on this continuum, I may have found a solution. The old Battersea Power Station, stands on the banks of the Thames in London. This iconic structure has recently been re-opened as up market apartments and a shopping centre. In the south west corner, one of the massive chimneys now houses a lift. Punters can take a small glass capsule up the narrow space and pop out at the top 109 metres above London, giving uninterrupted 360 degree views of the entire city. You will certainly find out your place on the continuum. #formeacrophobia>claustrophobia #letsmakelemonade