A 200ft abseil might be too much for most to take on – but not Saddleworth Independent columnist Stan Bowes who is braving the challenge for charity.
Stan, who writes the Independent’s ‘Strange but True’ column, will take the plunge on June 16 on 23 – weather dependent – from the top of ‘The Big One’ rollercoaster in Blackpool.
The Big One was the tallest and steepest rollercoaster in the world when opened in 1994, and is still in the top category today.
Stan is taking on the feat in aid of ABF The Soldiers’ Charity, which works with soldiers and their families who are suffering the consequences of catastrophic injuries in action.
Stan, who is Assistant Governor in Rotary District 1280, revealed he was inspired by a presentation given by the charity at a Rotary Conference last year.
He said: “In a moment of weakness I volunteered to abseil from the top of ‘The Big One’ to raise funds for the charity.
“I was also lucky enough to meet Corporal Andy Reid, who lost two legs and his right arm when blown up by a Taliban improvised explosive device in Helmand Province – a remarkable man.”
Stan has already raised more than £500 for ABF The Soldiers’ Charity but is keen to raise more.
He added: “I offer my thanks in advance on behalf of the many people who will benefit from the work done by ABF – The Soldiers’ Charity.”
Anyone wishing to support Stan and donate can do so online: www.justgiving.com/stan-bowes
For more information about ABF The Soldiers’ Charity visit their website: www.soldierscharity.org
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