On 18th May 2008, I will (attempt to ) abseil down the 128 ft Peel Tower on Holcombe Hill, near Ramsbottom (see picture), in aid of The Anthony Nolan Trust. Given the fact that I am 53 years old, diabetic, hypertensive, unfit and overweight, I must be truly mad!!!

UPDATE - 13th March 2008: I'm very happy to say that I will now be joined by one of the presenters on my local radio station - 107 The Bee. The evening show presenter, EJ, who has a fear of heights, has kindly agreed to take part.

19th May 2008 - SUCCESS!!

I'm happy to say that I completed the abseil successfully. This picture (in case you wondered!) is me kissing the medal after the event at the foot of the Tower. Many thanks to all who donated and pledged sponsorship. I fell a little short of my target of £500, but I'm quite happy with £356.

Now, if I ever suggest to anyone that I'm going to do something this daft again..................................................

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Ian