Mum and daughter to take on huge abseiling challenge
A mother and daughter team are checking their harnesses as they prepare to abseil down Hampshire's tallest building.
Beth and Daisy Hunt, from Fareham, are taking on the "breathtaking" challenge on the 170-metre Spinakker Tower in the Brighterway Charity Abseil Challenge this month.
They will be representing Team UNLOC at the challenge on June 21 and 22.
They hope to raise vital funds for Brighterway, the charity supporting mental health and wellbeing across Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
Beth, who works for UNLOC, said: "I think we'll power through, even though it's quite scary.
"I heard about the abseil through work and I'm one of those people who says 'yes' and then thinks about it later.
"I said to Daisy, 'Well, you can do it too.' And I think with Daisy there, I'll be able to do it."
Her 15-year-old daughter added: "Sometimes I have a fear of heights, so it's a good thing to overcome it - and a cool experience as well.
"It's something you'll always remember… and also something that really matters.
"One small donation can go a long way for someone who needs support."
READ MORE: Former psychiatric patient backs major mental health fundraising appeal
Beth has done adventurous things before, including bungee jumping in New Zealand and hiking Snowdon.
However, she says this feels different.
"Since having kids, I think your mindset changes.
"But doing this with Daisy is important. We're very close, and it's about making memories."
Beth and Daisy's fundraising is going strong, but they still need more support.
"We're trying our best," Beth said. "A little goes a long way."
Daisy added: "Just one person donating can help a lot of people."
To donate to Beth and Daisy's fundraising effort, go to justgiving.com/page/beth-daisy.
After the challenge, they plan to celebrate with a barbecue at home - and a good night's sleep.
"I know our adrenaline will be sky high," Beth laughed.
"But it's going to be something we remember forever."
Beth and Daisy's JustGiving page is open for donations, and they're calling on local residents to lend their support.
As Daisy puts it, "If you can do it, I can do it - and together we can make a real difference."
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