TWO members of staff from a Sutton opticians jumped at the chance to raise money to support people with sight loss.

Preeya Daffu, 27, (above) a pre-reg optometrist, and Charlotte O’Rourke, 23, optical assistant, both from Specsavers, skydived out of a plane for a parachute jump to raise money for sight loss charity partners, Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB).

The jump marked the beginning of National Eye Health Week, during which Specsavers and RNIB stepped up their efforts in raising awareness of the importance of eye tests. This year, which marks the charity’s 150th anniversary, the partnership is specifically urging Britain’s ageing workforce to keep on top of its eye health.

Preeya said: “It was an amazing experience and something that we found so exciting to be a part of. Eye care is our business and we’re looking to raise funds for the charity to help continue its support for the blind and partially sighted community.”

So far Preeya and Charlotte have raised more than £1,000.

Lizzi Wagner, senior challenge events manager at RNIB, said: “We’re delighted that Preeya took part in the Big Jump to raise money for RNIB in the year of our 150th anniversary. It was a day to remember and a thrill that I’m sure will stay with her for a long time.

“The money Preeya and Charlotte have raised will enable us to continue helping people living with sight loss face the future with confidence.”