THINK you could brave the dizzying heights of one of Taunton's tallest building?

That's what around 80 brave souls will be doing later this month when they take part in a charity abseil down County Hall.

Somerset County Council has joined forces with the Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service (DSFRS) to organise the event down County Hall's C Block on Friday April 22 and Saturday 23. 

This is the second time the event will take place, which has seen over £13,000 raised for charity so far.

All money raised will be divided equally between Somerset County Council's Chairman's Charities - the National Autistic Society and Somerset Trust for Arts & Recreation (a charity which provides those little extras for disadvantaged Somerset children) and the DSFRS Firefighter charity.

Cllr Christine Lawrence, Somerset County Council's chairman said: "We are so pleased to be working with the Fire and Rescue Service again on this fantastic event.

"This is a great opportunity to raise vital funds for some well-known charities, ultimately benefitting many people. Please come along and help support our volunteers."

People are invited to come along to the event to show their support for those who are taking part, grab a cup of tea and take a look at the number of displays while they cheer the abseilers down the building.

DSFRS will be showcasing some of their specialist equipment, which they have to help communities when they need them.

Visitors will be able to get advice from the Fire Service on how to keep safe in their own home and on the roads.

There will be fast bikes, cars and the community bus, Pumper One, there for all to see along with advice from The Somerset Road Safety Partnership.

As an added fundraising incentive the DSFRS is giving away a special VIP experience day to the top 20 fundraisers.