DAREDEVIL father and daughter Kevin and Lauren Gowen are planning to jump for joy and raise funds for charity.

Mr Gowen, who works for NatWest Bank in Trowbridge, celebrated his 50th birthday in June and his daughter Lauren was 21 in May.

Mr Gowen said: "To celebrate, we have paid for a skydive each at Netheravon on Sunday, September 5 to raise funds for Dorothy House Hospice, a charity that does amazing work in the area."

"So far we have collected nearly £3,700 but are hoping to reach £5,000.

"Anyone who knows me, knows that I'm terrified of heights, so this will definitely be a challenge for me.

"Let’s all wish Lauren luck as she’s going to have to be the one to deal with me whilst I'm about to jump out of a plane at 13,500 feet."

To donate, go to NatWest in Trowbridge or by going to https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/kevandlauren"