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All the latest news from Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity

Our impact | June 2024

Wednesday, 03 July 2024

During June, the aircrew attended a total of 120 missions, with doctors on board for 79 of the missions.

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Happy Retirement Jo!

Happy Retirement Jo!

Tuesday, 18 June 2024

We hope you will join us in wishing Jo a very well-deserved retirement.

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Middlewick House event raises record sums

Thursday, 13 June 2024

A record total of over £123,000 has been raised for essential Wiltshire charities from the annual Middlewick House Open Garden event.

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A photo of road bikes and cyclists at an event

Gear up for CycleFest

Wednesday, 12 June 2024

Wiltshire Air Ambulance has announced CycleFest, a new family-friendly cycling event aimed at raising vital funds for the charity.

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A yellow and green helicopter landed on a green in Swindon, with houses behind

Our impact | May 2024

Tuesday, 11 June 2024

May has set a new record for Wiltshire Air Ambulance, with the aircrew attending a total of 125 missions.

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A yellow and green helicopter views through a paned window

Hartham Park Estate announces charity partnership

Friday, 31 May 2024

Hartham Park Estate is pleased to announce a new and significant charity partnership with Wiltshire Air Ambulance.

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Devizes auction house boosts fundraising

Devizes auction house boosts fundraising

Wednesday, 29 May 2024

Henry Aldridge & Son Ltd, The Devizes Auctioneers and Paul Martin have donated £2,000 to Wiltshire Air Ambulance from auction profits made following a Valuation Day in March.

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The Queen Consort unveiling the opening plaque for Wiltshire Air Ambulance's new airbase.

Her Majesty extends Patronage of Wiltshire Air Ambulance

Monday, 20 May 2024

Wiltshire Air Ambulance is delighted to confirm HM Queen Camilla is to continue her patronage of the charity.

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Our impact | April 2024

Friday, 17 May 2024

April proved to be a busy month for our aircrew, as they responded to a total of 107 missions, equating to an average of three missions every day.

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What's coming up...
Paws Charity Dog Show

In the community

Paws Charity Dog Show

Sunday 13 September 2026

Calling all dog lovers, come and join us for the Paws Charity Dog Show!
Paddle for Purpose

Our event

Paddle for Purpose

Saturday 26 September 2026

Take on a brand-new challenge with our exciting Paddle for Purpose event. Set off from Bathampton and complete a 10km out and back route on the Kennet and Avon Canal.

CycleFest @ Castle Combe

Our event

CycleFest @ Castle Combe

Sunday 04 October 2026

CycleFest is back for 2026. Join us for a brilliant day of cycling!
The Business Club Networking - October 2026

Our event

The Business Club Networking - October 2026

Wednesday 07 October 2026

Join us for networking with a difference at our airbase! Fraser Normington, our head of fundraising, who will be discussing the "Human side of Business" with special guest speakers, Robin Worrall and Paula Harsley. Rather than focusing purely on profit, our panel will discuss people, purpose and impact as well as relating it to their own industries. 

Firewalk 2026

Our event

Firewalk 2026

Friday 30 October 2026

Join us at our airbase on Friday 30 October 2026 for an unforgettable Firewalk Challenge. Feel the buzz, face your fears, and experience the ultimate adrenaline rush as you walk barefoot across hot embers beneath the autumn night sky - all while supporting our lifesaving work.
Pilot Matt Wilcock in cockpit of Wiltshire Air Ambulance's helicopter

Our event

A Night with a Pilot

Friday 13 November 2026

Supporters are invited to an exclusive dinner event with our chief pilot, Matt Wilcock. Join us for a memorable evening hosted by Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity in partnership with Ridgeway Barns and Wild Fork West Catering.

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Take on the CycleFest Challenge!

Take on the CycleFest Challenge!

Taking place at the iconic Castle Combe Circuit, CycleFest is back for 2026. Join us for a brilliant day of cycling!

From 11am until 4pm, the circuit opens for our Family Fun Day, giving you a rare chance to cycle around the full Castle Combe racetrack with family and friends.

Away from the track, there will be plenty to enjoy, including:

  • Children’s games and activities

  • Cycling skills sessions

  • The chance to meet the Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance mascot

  • Delicious food and refreshments

  • The RPM Biketrials display team

However you choose to take part, every pedal helps support our lifesaving missions!