More than 70 bungee jumpers plunged from the skies at St Osyth on Saturday in an effort to raise funds for the Essex Air Ambulance.

Grant Sharpe and Neil Stacey, of the Sailor Boy pub, laid on the fun along with a whole host of other entertainment to keep everyone happy, including karaoke, face painters, magicians and balloon modellers on hand.

Mr Sharpe said the weather was perfect for the event, which drew in huge crowds.

"Neil alone raised £750 in sponsorship and we are confident that when all the cash comes in we can top the £2,000 we collected for St Helena Hospice last year," he said.

The event was opened by presenters from Dream 100

Published Tuesday, July 1, 2003

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