Community events this autumn and winter for Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity
Tuesday, 27 October 2026
As a Charity, we rely on the generosity of local people to keep our essential critical care service operating for up to 19 hours a day, 365 days a year. It is thanks to your support that our crew can continue to be there for people when they need us most.
From markets and charity days to races, fireworks and concerts, there is plenty on offer for all the family. Soak up the festive atmosphere, enjoy a great day out and pick up unique gifts for loved ones, all while supporting local businesses, community groups and Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity.
Come and say hello to our volunteers at the events below, giving you the chance to learn more about our lifesaving service. At selected events, you will also be able to buy merchandise and Christmas cards, helping to support our work this festive season.
November events
Melksham Fireworks Display
Thursday 5 November, 5.30pm
Head to Oakfields Stadium for children's rides, food, licensed bars and a fully choreographed fireworks display set to music, with fireworks scheduled for 7.30pm. Advance booking is recommended.
Milk Churn Charity Day
Friday 6 November, 10am-2pm
Come and say hello to our volunteers at The Milk Churn in Melksham and help support our lifesaving work.
Castledown FM 20th Anniversary Event
Saturday 7 November, 12noon-4pm
Castledown FM is a volunteer-run community radio station serving Tidworth, Ludgershall and the surrounding area.
Christian Malford Bonfire & Fireworks
Saturday 7 November, 5-10.30pm
Enjoy a family-friendly evening at Malford Meadow with a quieter early fireworks display, a huge bonfire, the main fireworks display, live music, fairground rides, food and a licensed bar, all while supporting Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity.
Find out more and book tickets
Heddington & Stockley Firework Night
Saturday 7 November, 5.30-8.30pm
Join the Heddington and Stockley community for an autumn evening of fireworks and fundraising.
Morrisons Chippenham
Friday 13 November and Sunday 13 December, 10am-3pm
Look out for our volunteers at Morrisons Chippenham and stop by to learn more about our lifesaving work and support the Charity.
Morrisons Chippenham store information
Calne Indoor Market
Saturday 14 November, 10am-2pm
Browse the stalls at Calne Indoor Market and come and say hello to our volunteers while you are there.
Avebury8 Nine
Sunday 15 November, 9.30am-1pm
Take on an approximately nine-mile trail race through the beautiful Wiltshire countryside, starting and finishing in Avebury, with all profits from the 2026 event going to Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity. Runners must enter in advance, and early entry is strongly recommended as the race sold out in 2025.
Cepen Lodge Christmas Fair
Sunday 15 November, 2-4pm
Join residents, families and the local community at Cepen Lodge Care Home in Chippenham for an afternoon of festive fundraising.
Swindon Symphony Orchestra Autumn Concert
Sunday 15 November, 7.30-9pm
Enjoy an evening of classical music from Swindon Symphony Orchestra, including Mendelssohn, Brahms and Sibelius. Advance tickets are recommended, as the orchestra concerts can sell out.
Edington Charity Christmas Card Sale
Saturday 21 November, 10am-12noon
Start your Christmas shopping at Edington Parish Hall, where eight charities will be selling Christmas cards alongside coffee, tea, cake, mince pies and plenty of community conversation.
Kingston House Christmas Fayre
Sunday 22 November, 2-4pm
Join the team and residents at Kingston House in Derry Hill, Calne, for their Christmas Fayre and an afternoon of festive community spirit.
View Kingston House's event listing
RWE Bingo Night
Wednesday 25 November, 5-8.30pm
Enjoy a community bingo night while helping to raise funds for our lifesaving work.
Basset Down Race Night Xmas Market
Friday 27 November 4-8pm
This local event is back for 2026, showcasing the finest handcrafted gifts, festive treats, and seasonal goodies from local artisans across Wiltshire.
Royal Wootton Bassett Christmas Festival
Friday 27 November, 6-9pm
Celebrate the start of the festive season in Royal Wootton Bassett with the town's much-loved Christmas Festival, featuring festive activities and entertainment in the town centre.
Find out more from Royal Wootton Bassett Town Council
Salisbury URC Christmas Fayre
Saturday 28 November, 10am-3pm
Visit Salisbury United Reformed Church on Fisherton Street for its annual Christmas Fayre and enjoy a traditional community event in the heart of Salisbury.
Ramsbury Brewery & Distillery Christmas Market
Saturday 28 November, 11am-3pm
Browse more than 50 market stalls, enjoy live music, food and drink, meet Santa and soak up the festive atmosphere at Ramsbury Brewery & Distillery. Entry is free on the day.
Westbury Christmas Lights Switch-On
Saturday 28 November, 1-7pm
Join the community in Westbury town centre for the countdown to the Christmas lights, alongside festive stalls and seasonal entertainment. The event is listed as free on the day.
Tesco Trowbridge Stand
Monday 30 November, 10am-2pm
Look out for our volunteers at Tesco Extra on County Way, where you can stop for a chat and support our lifesaving work while you shop.
Tesco Trowbridge Extra store information
December Events
Bath Christmas Market Community Chalet
Friday 4 December, 9am - 8pm at Orange Grove
Discover hundreds of festive traders across Bath city centre and visit the community chalet to support local organisations. Entry to Bath Christmas Market is free, with no ticket or advance booking required
Find out more about Bath Christmas Market
Curry's Chippenham
Saturday 5 December 10am - 2pm
Look out for our volunteers at the Chippenham store, where you can stop for a chat and support our lifesaving work while you shop.
Winkworth Farm Christmas Market
Sunday 6 December, 10am-3pm
Browse more than 40 independent stalls, enjoy live music and entertainment, festive food and drink, children's activities and a licensed café and bar at Winkworth Farm near Malmesbury. Entry is free but advance booking is recommended. Separate tickets are required for the wreath-making workshops.
Find out more and book free tickets
Trowbridge RFC Christmas Fayre
Sunday 6 December, 11am-4pm
Head to Trowbridge RFC for a festive community fayre and come and say hello to our volunteers while you enjoy the seasonal atmosphere.
Tesco Tidworth Stand
Thursday 10 December and Sunday 13 December, 10am-3.30pm on both days
Come and meet our volunteers at Tesco Tidworth Superstore on Station Road and find out more about the difference your support makes.
Tesco Tidworth store information
Tesco Trowbridge Stand
Friday 11 December, 10am-2pm
Look out for our volunteers at Tesco Extra on County Way and help support our lifesaving work while you shop.
Tesco Trowbridge Extra store information
Calne Santa's Scamper
Saturday 12 December, Registration from 9.30am; run starts at 11am
Pull on your Santa suit for an approximately 4km festive fun run starting and finishing at Calne Community Campus, followed by festive treats, hot drinks and entertainment. Participants must register in advance and there are no entries available on the day.
Find out more and enter Santa's Scamper
Sarum Avenue Christmas Lights
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 30th November. Our volunteers will be at Sarum Avenue on Friday 11 December, Saturday 12 December, Friday 18 December, and Saturday 19 December from 4-8pm
Come along to see the display each night from 5-9pm. Santa and his Elves will be out Take a festive walk through Sarum Avenue's much-loved community Christmas display, with residents once again fundraising for Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity.
Marlborough College Christmas Market
Monday 21 December and Tuesday 22 December, 12noon-7pm
Browse an array of independent makers, gifts and festive stalls in the impressive surroundings of Marlborough College at this seasonal market organised by Giftbox Events.
Can't make it to an event?
You can still support our lifesaving work this Christmas.
Visit our online shop or Devizes Charity Shop, or send e-cards this Christmas and donate what you might otherwise have spent on cards and stamps to Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity.
It is a quick, easy and sustainable way to send a festive message to someone you love while supporting your local air ambulance.
*Please note our attendance at these events are subject to last minute changes and alterations, please check individual websites of the organisers for the most accurate information.