Sally takes to the skies raising thousands for Children’s Hospice South West

Sally Norden’s plan to raise money for charity took-off when she committed to skydiving for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW), a charity close to her heart.

Sally, who works on the Sibling Team at the charity’s hospice in Fremington, Little Bridge House, completed a tandem skydive; jumping from 15,000ft; to help raise vital funds to support children and young people living with life-limiting conditions.

Sally said: “The view was incredible; it was a perfect day and the sun was shining! I was so excited to be doing the jump. I was free falling at 120 mph, it didn't feel like that though, I felt so free, when the parachute opened it was a feeling of freedom and calmness. Just beautiful, and I even got to steer the parachute! I felt very empowered and will remember the experience forever.”

“Working as part of the Sibling Team at Little Bridge House is such a privilege and so rewarding. Supporting the siblings through their journey, we want to make them feel special and build a trusting relationship so they can come to us with any worries or concerns. We also want them to have fun and enjoy themselves!

“This is the reason I did the Skydive, to help continue the support we offer. I did a coffee morning to help raise funds and I would like to thank every single person that has supported my fundraising effort.”

Gubs Hayer, area fundraiser for CHSW, was delighted to receive the fundraising cheque from Sally for an incredible £2,145 following her Skydive jump. Gubs said: “Thank you so much to Sally for taking part in one of our Skydives and raising an amazing amount through sponsorship! Sally is a fabulous ambassador for the charity, not only by supporting siblings at Little Bridge House but by getting involved and fundraising for the charity as well! Every penny raised will go towards supporting children and young people here in the South West when they need it most, thank you.”

New Skydive dates for 2024 have been released by CHSW for supporters to sign up and take to the skies like Sally!

Skydives on Sunday, June 9, and Saturday, October 10, 2024, at Dunkeswell Airfield, Honiton, are available to book now! Check out www.chsw.org.uk/skydive for more information.