Wife’s Fundraising Skydive in memory of Husband

Zoë Harding-Carr is set to take on a fundraising skydive this March in memory of her husband, Danny, who received support from St Elizabeth Hospice until his death in September 2025.

Taking place on Mother’s Day (15 March), the challenge will see Zoë leap from a plane 13,000ft in the air at Beccles Airfield, to help raise vital funds for St Elizabeth Hospice.

Zoë, who is from Lowestoft, said: “For us, the hospice was a lifeline. I really don’t know how to put into words the incredible care Danny received. The whole team were outstanding.

“I want to raise awareness that more younger people are being cared for by hospices, and that people can support these fantastic services in many different ways.

“My skydive all came about as our first wedding anniversary approached. I asked Danny, ‘what am I going to do to celebrate?’

“Then I clicked on Facebook, and the first post I saw was about the hospice’s skydive. For me, it felt meant to be. Danny had always wanted to do a skydive, but time ran out. So I thought – what better way to honour his memory and raise money for an amazing charity, than to throw myself out of a plane!

“I won’t lie, I’m nervous. But it feels like a fun, meaningful way to raise awareness and support a cause close to my heart. I know it will be an unforgettable experience for an incredible charity.”

Since April 2019, St Elizabeth Hospice has cared for more than 7,000 patients and their families in Great Yarmouth and Waveney, through their healthcare partnership with East Coast Community Healthcare.

Claire Jennings, In Memory & Individual Giving Fundraiser at the hospice, said: “Best of luck to Zoë in taking on this brilliant challenge for the hospice and supporting our services.

“Every penny raised will make such a difference to the hospice as we continue to evolve and expand our services to care for more patients and their loved ones in Great Yarmouth and Waveney.”