A daredevil pensioner has decided to celebrate his 80th birthday with a skydive in aid of Dame Hannahs.

Reg Wilkinson from Yealmpton has raised thousands for numerous charities over the years. Good causes including the Sea Cadets, RNLI, Barn Owl Trust, Dartmoor Search and Rescue and Royal British Legion have all benefited.  

Now Reg has chosen to support Dame Hannahs, and has joined the charity’s Ivybridge Supporter Group.

He explained: "I’m not ready for the pipe, slippers and sitting in front of the fire yet. I always say, life is not a rehearsal and you need to grab opportunities as they arise.  

"I am celebrating my 80th this year with the sky dive - it’s one of those silly things that I have always wanted to do for charity, and I have picked Hannahs because it’s a very worthwhile cause."

Reg’s skydive is on Saturday, May 6, and his birthday is on May 11. He hopes to raise £1,000 in total.

To support Reg visit www.justgiving.com and search for Reg Wilkinson.