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All the latest news from Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity

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2023 Impact Report

Thursday, 04 April 2024

The year 2023 was another busy one for Wiltshire Air Ambulance, not just from an operational point of view with missions, but also in terms of the demands placed on our charity team, who are tasked with achieving the yearly fundraising goal to keep our helicopter flying.

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Visitors at WAA airbase viewing the helicopter taking off

Another sell out Brew with the Crew event with Air Ambulance crew

Wednesday, 03 April 2024

Wiltshire Air Ambulance’s Easter Brew with the Crew event proved a massive success, with a sell-out crowd in attendance.

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Bradford on Avon businesses work together to support us

Bradford on Avon businesses work together to support us

Tuesday, 02 April 2024

When Hitachi Information Control Systems (based in Bradford on Avon) embarked on raising funds by having a charity raffle for their Christmas party last year, they were bowled over when other local businesses got on board, not just to donate prizes but also adding much needed funds to the pot!

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Our impact | February 2024

Thursday, 21 March 2024

February was another busy month for our aircrew, with a total of 97 missions taking place. This equates to an average of three missions a day, including the additional leap year day.

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Local accountants joining WAA Snowdon Trek

Local accountants joining WAA Snowdon Trek

Wednesday, 20 March 2024

A team of nine from local accountancy firm Gooding Accounts will scale Wales’ highest peak this summer with the aim of raising at least £2,000 for Wiltshire Air Ambulance.

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Front view of the WAA helicopter at night with stars in the background

Our impact | January 2024

Monday, 19 February 2024

The charity experienced its busiest January since records began, as our crew were called out to 118 missions across Wiltshire, Bath and surrounding areas.

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Read our latest Lift Off magazine online today

Tuesday, 13 February 2024

Take a look at the digital version of our latest Lift Off Magazine to find out more about Wiltshire Air Ambulance.

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Queen’s words with paramedic Ben make headline news

Queen’s words with paramedic Ben make headline news

Friday, 09 February 2024

Wiltshire Air Ambulance’s advanced clinical practitioner Ben Abbott found himself in the media spotlight following his warming conversation with Her Majesty The Queen at the Unique Concert for Wiltshire.

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Her Majesty The Queen sitting in Salisbury Cathedral

Local charities celebrate their work with stunning concert

Friday, 09 February 2024

Local Wiltshire charities celebrated their work at a musical evening attended by Her Majesty The Queen at Salisbury Cathedral on Thursday 8 February.

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What's coming up...
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!