Extreme sportsman's breathtaking freefall from a giant crane

One of Norfolk’s longest-standing outdoor education centres celebrated its 30th anniversary in breathtaking style when Austrian extreme sports professional Benjamin Moesel jumped onto a giant inflatable pillow from the top of a 30 metre-high crane.

Hilltop was built on the site of Sheringham Zoo in 1989. The centre was created by former high school PE teacher Martin Read, who believed outdoor learning could have a major impact on the education and wellbeing of children and young people.

Now run by Oliver and Helen Read, Hilltop marked the anniversary with a celebration for guests and flew in Benjamin Moesel for the jump. After being lifted above the air jump tower in a basket, he leapt onto the airbag as guests watched.

First published by Eastern Daily Press, 30 August 2019.