Due to the Coronavirus, we are unable to confirm the exact dates for this trip in 2021, however encourage you sign up and kick-start your fundraising towards building your own Dig-a-Well that will provide clean water to families from some of the world's poorest communities. The fundraising target is £660.
Transport for this trip is available from London and Birmingham, with limited spaces available.
If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to get in touch at events@muslimhands.org.uk – or call our team at 0115 911 7222.
Did You Know?
Beccles Airfield, also known as Beccles Airport or Beccles Aerodrome, is located in Ellough, southeast of Beccles in the English county of Suffolk. Built during the Second World War, it has operated as a heliport servicing the North Sea oil and gas industry and currently operates as a base for private flights, flight training and parachuting.
The military developed parachuting technology as a way for air crews to escape emergencies aboard balloons and aircraft in flight, and later as a way of delivering soldiers to the battlefield. Early competitions date back to the 1930s, and it became an international sport in 1952.
The Gift of Water
Muslim Hands works globally to provide people with access to clean water and sanitation. The type of communities we work with vary greatly so our approach reflects this. Assessing the need for water on an individual basis, we tailor our solutions to specific problems.
With your support, we will build a Dig a Well in one of our many locations, that can serve up to 200 people, providing access to clean water for drinking, washing and cooking, as well as keeping livestock hydrated. On average, these wells serve up to 35 families.
Frequently Asked Questions
A. All ages from 16 and above are welcome, however, restrictions do apply such as anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult, as well as, all participants must be 15 stones or below in weight.
In addition, all participants must complete Forms 115A and 115B student medical forms – printed, stamped and signed by your doctor, as well as a completed Parachuting Student Declaration form - printed and signed.
The 115A and 115B medical forms and Parachuting Student Declaration form will be sent via email by a member of the Events Team and must be brought with you on the day.
A. You must complete the registration form and complete the registration fee payment of £50 to secure your space.
Once your space is secured, we ask you fundraise a minimum of £660. However, we are hoping that our enthusiastic fundraisers aim for a more pioneering individual target.
A. Comfortable loose clothing is recommended for skydiving with suitable footwear such as trainers.
Slip on shoes or shoes with high heels must not be worn. Jeans are also not recommended.
A. Your completed 115A and 115B medical forms and completed Parachuting Student Declaration form (without these your entry will be refused).
Furthermore, a bottle of water is recommended. Extra snacks to last throughout the day.
On completion we will provide lunch. It is also advisable to bring your mobile phone fully charged in case we need to contact you.
A. All training will be provided by a team of qualified instructors on the day along with an in-depth safety briefing.
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Established in 1993, Muslim Hands is an aid agency and NGO helping those affected by poverty, conflict and natural disaster in over 20 countries worldwide.