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All the latest news from Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity

Charity's Helicopter Fuel Costs More Than Double Due to Middle East Conflict

Charity's Helicopter Fuel Costs More Than Double Due to Middle East Conflict

Friday, 17 April 2026

Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity has seen the cost of helicopter fuel more than double following the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, placing additional pressure on the charity’s finances. 

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Fundraisers Honour Mark Lewis with Special Concert and Charity Cycle Ride

Fundraisers Honour Mark Lewis with Special Concert and Charity Cycle Ride

Wednesday, 08 April 2026

Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity is set to benefit from two heartfelt fundraising events in memory of Mark Lewis, whose life was saved by the charity’s crew 10 years ago following a devastating accident in rural Wiltshire. Now, his family and friends are coming together to honour his memory and give back to the charity that gave them more time with him.

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Your Chance to Win This Spring

Your Chance to Win This Spring

Tuesday, 31 March 2026

Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity has launched its Spring Raffle 2026, giving supporters the chance to win incredible prizes while helping to keep our lifesaving service flying. Tickets are just £1 each, and every entry helps fund the critical care we provide by land and air across Wiltshire and Bath.

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A heartfelt thank you: celebrating our third Thankathon

A heartfelt thank you: celebrating our third Thankathon

Wednesday, 18 March 2026

Our Charity team, volunteers and trustees spent the day personally thanking as many supporters as possible. We’re pleased to share that for our third event, we reached an incredible 1,759 people, smashing last year’s total of 1,072.

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Swindon Wildcats Take to the Ice in Support of Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity

Swindon Wildcats Take to the Ice in Support of Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Swindon Wildcats will face the Sheffield Steeldogs on Saturday 21 March, 6.30pm, in a thrilling night of ice hockey that also shines a spotlight on Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity.

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Brand New Chalk Walk Challenge Around Wiltshire’s White Horses Launches to Support Local Air Ambulance

Friday, 27 February 2026

Local walkers and supporters are being invited to take part in a brand-new community challenge this April, as our Charity launches the Chalk Walk, a month-long walking challenge taking in some of Wiltshire’s most iconic chalk horse landmarks.

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Announcing our record-breaking air ambulance team taking on Bath Half for charity

Announcing our record-breaking air ambulance team taking on Bath Half for charity

Wednesday, 04 February 2026

As Bath’s official air ambulance, we’re excited to announce that we have officially filled all 60 spaces for the Bath Half Marathon on Sunday 15 March!

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HEMS Aviation Under Threat: How Laser and Drone Misuse Risks Lives in Wiltshire and Bath

HEMS Aviation Under Threat: How Laser and Drone Misuse Risks Lives in Wiltshire and Bath

Tuesday, 03 February 2026

Our critical care paramedics and doctors are highly trained in critical care and deliver leading edge care in extreme, often life-threatening situations. But our ability to reach patients quickly and safely is increasingly being put at risk by a worrying rise in laser strikes and unauthorised drone activity targeting emergency medical helicopters.

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Our Charity becomes a Resuscitation Council accredited course centre

Our Charity becomes a Resuscitation Council accredited course centre

Wednesday, 21 January 2026

In December 2025, our Charity successfully organised and delivered our first Resuscitation Council UK, Advanced Life Support (ALS) Course. This is a fantastic achievement and one that has taken over 12 months of planning and organisation to attain.

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Flying over the finish line: supporting Bath’s official air ambulance through Bath Half Marathon

Flying over the finish line: supporting Bath’s official air ambulance through Bath Half Marathon

Wednesday, 14 January 2026

Whether you’re joining us for Bath Half, or taking on your own fundraising challenge, we caught up with one of our half marathoners, Josh Dolman from Elevate Cloud, to hear his tips and inspiration.

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Our Charity's Missions in 2025

Our Charity's Missions in 2025

Monday, 12 January 2026

From its airbase in Semington, the helicopter and critical care cars responded to an average of three incidents every day, delivering advanced medical care when every second counted. Speed is the Charity’s superpower, with the helicopter able to reach anywhere in Wiltshire and Bath within just 11 minutes.

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Hats off to Hilary for five years of fundraising

Hats off to Hilary for five years of fundraising

Friday, 09 January 2026

Hilary Fleming has worn a different hat every day for the past five years, a joyful challenge that has so far raised £5,000 to support our lifesaving work across Wiltshire and Bath. Support like hers helps us continue to be there for patients when every minute matters.

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Middlewick House Open Garden

In the community

Middlewick House Open Garden

Saturday 06 June 2026

Join us for a day of fun and fundraising at the Middlewick House Open Garden 2026 event, organised by The Wiltshire Bobby Van Trust and Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance.
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Our event

Summer Behind-the-Scenes Tour

Thursday 09 July 2026

Join the team on one of our behind-the-scenes tours of the charity's airbase.

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Our event

Summer at the Base

Saturday 22 August 2026

Get ready for an unforgettable day out as Summer at the Base returns on Saturday 22 August, from 12–4pm!
Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity Race Day

Our event

Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity Race Day

Wednesday 15 July 2026

Come and join us for a fantastic day of racing and fundraising at Bath Racecourse, where thrilling racing meets a great cause. Enjoy the excitement of the track, soak up the views, and help us raise vital funds for Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity.
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Take on the Chalk Walk this April!

Local walkers and supporters are being invited to take part in a brand-new community challenge this April, as our Charity launches the Chalk Walk, a month-long walking challenge taking in some of Wiltshire’s most iconic chalk horse landmarks.

Inspired by Wiltshire’s famous chalk figures, the route offers two distances to suit everyone: a main route of 32 miles and a shorter option of 17 miles, perfect for families, friends, colleagues or clubs looking for a shared outdoor challenge. 

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