Walton: Diving record attempt is a gas

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A diver is preparing to take the plunge and stay there for as long as possible to break a world record and raise money for charity.

Mick Brown, 50, will be diving under the water at Walton swimming pool on February 1, with only one 12-litre high-pressure cylinder of air in a bid to break the current world record of six hours 57 seconds.

Mick Brown

Diving instructor Mr Brown of Salisbury Road, Holland-on-Sea, will donate all money raised to a minibus fund for the Clacton and District Occupational Workshops.

The record breaking attempt is being organised by Mr Brown and Clacton Rotary Club and supporters are asked to pay £1 each to guess how long he can stay under, with a £100 prize on offer.

Published Friday, January 3, 2003

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