A Balham man who is afraid of heights has decided to conquer his fears and do a parachute jump to raise £400 for charity.

Flemmich Webb, 27, of Old Devonshire Road, is raising the money for the charity Bliss that supplies baby life support equipment to hospitals.

He said he has always set himself challenges and believes it is time to conquer his fear of heights.

"I haven't let myself think about it too much.

"There have been a couple of mornings where I have woken up and imagined standing in the doorway of the plane, with someone yelling at me to jump," he said.

If you would like to sponsor Mr Webb call 0181 675 4588.

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