On 15 September, my daughter Ellie and I will be taking part in our first (and probably last!) tandem skydive to raise funds for local children's hospice Charlton Farm and Together for Short Lives.

We'll be jumping out of a plane from 15,000 feet, free falling at 120mph and then gliding to the ground!

Ellie and I were fortunate enough to visit Charlton Farm recently and see firsthand the excellent work that the team there do, supporting families going through an incredibly difficult time and helping them make precious memories together, supported by Together for Short Lives. After the visit the joint decision was quickly made to do something to help and we decided to jump out of a plane. Madness! Please help us raise as much money as possible!

Send us your messages of support and follow our nervous preparation with the hashtag #dadanddaughterdiveat15000