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All the latest news from Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity

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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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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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A group of people, some sitting on sofas, unveiling a new comfortable room

Renovated family room unveiled

Wednesday, 15 May 2024

Wiltshire Air Ambulance has given the Family Room at its airbase an incredible makeover, with support from Furniture Box and SXW Carpentry.

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Recycling partners receive prestigious King’s Award

Tuesday, 14 May 2024

Wiltshire Air Ambulance is proud to be partnered with Recycling Solutions Ltd, who have recently been honours with a King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade for Outstanding Short Term Growth.

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The exterior of Middlewick House, with five sports cars parked on the lawn in front

One month to go until Middlewick House Open Garden returns

Wednesday, 08 May 2024

Nick and Annette Mason will be opening up their garden to the public again on 8-9 June to raise vital funds for two local charities, Wiltshire Air Ambulance and The Wiltshire Bobby Van Trust.

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What's coming up...
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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Captain's on Board single cover displaying chief pilot Matt Wilcock in the Wiltshire Air Ambulance cockpit

Join us for a Night with a Pilot

Ever wanted to hear more about the work of our pilots at Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance? 

Here is your chance! Join us at Ridgeway Barns for an exclusive dinner event with our chief pilot, Matt Wilcock.

This event offers a unique opportunity to step behind-the-scenes of our lifesaving service, while enjoying exceptional hospitality in a beautiful setting.

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