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Prestonfield Primary's Bungee Jump for Playground
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- May 13, 2026
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- 74
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Summary
Six brave souls from Prestonfield Primary School in Edinburgh are taking the plunge, quite literally, for a good cause. Theyre bungee jumping from a forty-meter height over Perthshires River Garry to raise funds for a playground upgrade. Inspired by viral social media clips, theyve chosen the Highland Fling Bungee near Pitlochry, where jump videos gain millions of views. The schools small size means tight-knit families, but events like fairs havent raised enough cash yet. The PE teacher, JP Mason, admits to anxiety but sees it as a chance to model pushing limits, just like he encourages students in sports. Theyre aiming for eight thousand pounds total through the school fair and more, with a GoFundMe campaign targeting two thousand four hundred pounds to soften the playground, extend the trim trail, and maybe add a multiuse games area or astroturf. Families plan a two-hour trek to cheer them on, showcasing the extra mile this dedicated staff and community always go for their school. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1ca84788090e6234