Jonathan Brewer, a man who is distinctly uncomfortable with heights, rather foolishly said that he would take part in a charity skydive if I was able to raise £1,000.

On the 31^st May a group of soldiers from the REME (Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers) will attempt to break the world record for the most number of tandem Parachute Jumps performed in 24 hours (currently 403) to raise money for the Army Benevolent Fund. The goal is to have at least 456 jumpers – each participant representing a British Soldier who died during the Afghanistan Campaign whilst serving his and her country.

One benefit is that this is probably the fastest way to get me my P45…..