Dad and daughter dangle for good cause

DARING fundraisers abseiled down the Spinnaker Tower to raise awareness for a charity that works to improve the lives of the world's poorest children.

Geoff Cannell took part in the challenge on Friday, May 29 with his 23-year-old daughter Grace in aid of the World Vision charity and their efforts to assist child refugees.

From left, 
Sam Tinney, Geoff and Grace Cannell and Sue Tinney Picture: Keith Woodland (160798-071)placeholder image
From left, Sam Tinney, Geoff and Grace Cannell and Sue Tinney Picture: Keith Woodland (160798-071)

The daring duo dangled their way down 94 metres, while Geoff’s wife Toni and World Vision child sponsor and ambassador Sue Tinney gave their support from the ground.

Geoff, who is also an ambassador for the charity, hopes to raise £2,000 by completing a number of challenges this year – and he has already raised more than £1,000.

All donations will go to the charity’s ‘Barefoot and Coatless’ campaign.

For more, or to donate, go online at worldvision.org.uk

Related topics:
News you can trust since 1877
Follow us
© 2026 Iconic Media Group Ltd. All rights reserved.Cookie SettingsTerms and ConditionsPrivacy notice