A Teddington vicar, David Cloake, will parachute jump 12,000ft this Friday (30 May) to raise money to build vital facilities for St Mary with St Alban Church. 

Planning permission to revitalise Teddington's treasured 800-year-old landmark is set to expire this December.

The project aims to "create a welcoming community space that unites people of all ages and ensures the church continues to serve future generations".

Planning permission to revatilise St Mary with St Alban Church's facilities is set to expire in December (Credit: Nub News)

Father David is trailblazing the final £350K fundraising need with this parachute jump - all to build vital facilities to support all generations in the community and to protect Teddington's cultural heritage.

Every penny of sponsorship will go toward building essential facilities at the Teddington church, benefiting everyone in the local community.

You can donate here.

Locals are also invited to join the family fun at the Parachute Watch Party at 5pm on Sunday, 8 June at St Mary's Parish Hall in Teddington.

Sign up here.

Father David said: "I've bought a bucket and a shovel. And some paper towels. Other than that – it's all with God!"