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Pavilion volunteer Jo in the gardens beside Gorleston Pavilion Theatre

125 years · one sky-high challenge · September 2026

Jo’s wing walk for the Pavilion

This September, volunteer Jo is taking fundraising to new heights to help protect the Pavilion for generations to come.

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Why Jo is taking to the skies

As the Gorleston Pavilion celebrates its 125th anniversary, dedicated volunteer Jo is taking fundraising to new heights with a wing-walking challenge to raise vital funds for our historic venue’s restoration.

Jo’s inspiration reaches back to the dazzling Cadbury “Crunchie Flying Circus” she remembers from childhood. She has also been inspired by Harry Heasman, the 98-year-old war veteran and wing-walking world-record holder who proved that courage and a sense of adventure have no age limit.

Now Jo is turning that inspiration into action. By standing on the wing of a plane in flight, she hopes to rally our community around the on-going preservation of the theatre and the people and programmes that bring it to life.

Every donation helps give our historic theatre a future as remarkable as its past.

Your donation makes a difference

Protect our theatre

Help maintain and restore a rare historic seaside venue at the heart of Gorleston.

Support young people

Sustain youth theatre, Stage School and opportunities to build confidence through performance.

Keep creativity thriving

Ensure the Pavilion remains a welcoming creative home for our whole community.

Campaign updates

News, fundraising milestones and stories from Jo as the big day gets closer.

The challenge is announced

Jo is officially preparing to take to the skies this September. Donate today and help her campaign get off the ground.

Photos & videos

Follow Jo’s preparations and return after the challenge for photographs and video from the day.

Help Jo’s challenge travel further

A share can introduce the Pavilion to a brand-new supporter.