“I was disappointed because the record is 110mph and I only reached the 95mph mark so I will hopefully be able to break that.

“I thought I could do the zip-line just to prove you’re never too old to do things and it gives me a goal to aim for. I have had friends who have suffered with cancer and it’s fulfilling if you can do something for somebody.

“It gives you a purpose in life and you’re doing something worthwhile.”