This year, I am doing something extreme to help animals in need.

What better than a skydive from 15,000ft?

I'll be taking the plunge in aid of RSPCA Little Valley Animal Shelter.

Little Valley is a self funded independent branch of the RSPCA. Established for over 30 years, this wonderful charity rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, rodents, birds and other small animals. They care for animals who have been victims of cruelty and neglect or given up because of a change in their owners circumstances. They also provide veterinary care and financial support to those who really need it most to ensure they can look after their pets properly when in difficulty.

Animals are often brought into the shelter by RSPCA inspectors who rescue them from truly horrific conditions and poor treatment. Left to starve, chained up outside in all weathers or used for breeding or sport. It breaks our heart to see such cruelty inflicted on these animals and it takes a great deal of time, patience, understanding and training to get them healthy and trusting people again so that they can be found a new home where they will be loved and safe for the rest of their lives.