The family of a prominent homebuilder who took his own life have urged others to reach out for help following a touching event in his memory.

Colin Davison died in November last year at the age of 57. He had no known history of mental ill health. 

Almost a year on, his son has made an emotional plea for others not to suffer in silence and to seek support if they feel they are struggling.

Colin Davison  (Image: Jonny Davison)

Jonny Davison, 32, organised a fundraising golf day at Sprowston Manor in her father's memory, which saw 96 golfers pitch in - raising £25,000 for mental health charity Mind in the process.

Mr Davison, who lives in Sprowston, said: "My dad was a selfless person who put everybody first and was always on the end of the phone if anybody else needed help. He was one of the best people you could ever meet.

"But he was quite shy and because he was always helping others, perhaps he did not want to look weak by asking for help himself.

"The reason we wanted to do something in his memory was to try and get the message out to others that it is okay to not feel okay and that it is so important to reach out to others.

"And if you don't feel comfortable reaching out to a friend, there are professionals at the end of the phone too - help is out there."

(Image: Jonny Davison)

Mr Davison was a well known figure in the construction industry, including as a director for Freebridge Community Housing Limited and a business manager at T.M. Browne.

He was also an avid Norwich City fan and husband of 35 years to Alison Davison.

His son added: "I think it's a testament to his character that so many people turned up wanting to honour his memory and help out. I think he would have been very proud."

Jonny Davison, at an event in the memory of his father Colin (Image: Jonny Davison)

If you are struggling help can be found:

Samaritans - 116 123

NHS First Response Service: 111 option 2

Norfolk and Waveney Mind - 0300 330 5488 - option 1 (not a crisis line)