Holly Walsh: The Hollycopter

Though a fixture on the circuit for a while now, Holly Walsh has bided her time before taking the plunge into the Fringe fray, busying herself with numerous other projects such as the innovative Popcorn Comedy nights that mix standup with short films.

Taking the plunge is what her anticipated debut is all about – jumping off Worthing Pier, to be precise. Recognised for her children's TV presenting duties, Walsh was approached by the organisers of the Worthing Birdman event to don fancy dress and throw herself off the town's landmark.

The comedian injured herself in the process but in so doing she faced up to a previous incident in her life and the notion that she was risk-averse. It's a trait that Sarah Millican will be talking about in her show too this year, and it's hard to believe it of two people who are so accomplished at live comedy–so it's an intriguing paradox.

With a gentle pace, occasional wry asides and delicate puns, Walsh riffs well on her time in hospital after the accident. But, given the context of the story, proceedings are always incredibly upbeat, with lots of levity including some messing about with Venn diagrams. 

Easygoing and genuinely endearing, the 30 year old has been rewarded for her patience. She has come up with an accomplished and pleasing show, and has therefore convalesced from that other unfortunate incident she once endured: The TNT Show with Jack Whitehall.