Adrenaline junkies wanted

11:20am Saturday 22nd March 2008

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Meningitis Research Foundation is seeking adrenaline junkies in Wiltshire to jump for free in our skydiving fundraiser this spring.

Stepping out of a plane at 10,000 feet, you will freefall at an exhilarating 120mph for 5,000 feet before pulling the ripcord and gliding gently back to earth. This experience of a lifetime is free: simply raise the required sponsorship money 'minimum £395' and you'll have the satisfaction of completing a parachute jump and contributing to our fight against meningitis and septicaemia.

The skydiving experience is taking place at two dedicated parachute jumping facilities the Skyline British Parachute Association centres in Salisbury and Swindon with several courses available to suit all levels of experience, from novices to those with parachuting experience.

For more information contact Meningitis Research Foundation's fundraising team on 01454 281814 or email fundraising@meningitis.org.

Meningitis and septicaemia "the blood poisoning form of the disease' affect around 3,000 people every year in the UK, killing 10% of sufferers and leaving many more with after effects that could be as severe as brain damage, deafness and amputations.

The money raised will help the charity in its work of funding research, promoting education and awareness, and helping individuals and families affected by these devastating diseases.