Brave pensioner plans to abseil 160ft for charity
George has been volunteering for his local Cats Protection branch for more than 20 years.
A 70-year-old cat lover is planning to abseil 160ft down the Sea Walls of the Avon Gorge to raise money for one of his favourite charities.
Pensioner George Russell will bravely complete his first ever abseil next month for Swindon Cats Protection. He says he is looking forward to seeing spectacular views and hopes people will sponsor him.
"I have never done an abseil before and it sounded like a challenge. I know that some of my colleagues at Cats Protection are going to be facing down their fear of heights when they take part, but I don’t feel scared as I know I’ll be in safe hands.
"I am really looking forward to it and hope I can raise as much as possible for the charity."
George has been volunteering for his local Cats Protection branch for more than 20 years, getting involved in socialising cats, fundraising and cleaning. He and his wife have been cat fosterers and have adopted six rescue cats from the charity.
He said: "Now I want to do something extra special to help raise funds for all the cats that need it."
Cats Protection's regional fundraising manager, Rebecca Worth, said: "We are delighted that George is taking part and hope his enthusiasm will encourage other people to sign up for the challenge."
To sponsor George, visit his JustGiving page: https://www.justgiving.com/George-Russell4/
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