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All the latest news from Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity

Wiltshire Air Ambulance's Devizes charity shop signage with yellow and white writing

Free Will advice drop in at our Charity Shop

Wednesday, 03 May 2023

Parker Bullen LLP will be offering a free consultancy drop in to discuss will writing and legacies at our Devizes Charity Shop on Thursday 15 June.

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Rob Collingwood 1980-2023

Tuesday, 04 April 2023

Wiltshire Air Ambulance is heartbroken to share the news that our much-admired pilot, Rob Collingwood, passed away earlier today (4 April 2023) following a short battle with cancer, aged 42.

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Pup pup and away

Saturday, 01 April 2023

April Fools! Wiltshire Air Ambulance is to make history by becoming the first air ambulance resource to employ a Critical Care Dog to assist at emergencies.

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Persimmon Homes Wessex hand over a £5,000 cheque to Wiltshire Air Ambulance at Castle Mead School, Trowbridge

Persimmon Homes help fund lifesaving learning

Wednesday, 29 March 2023

A leading local housebuilder has donated £5,000 to Wiltshire Air Ambulance which will be used to support over 1,500 local school children learn vital emergency skills.

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A group of smartly dresses people at the Air Ambulances UK Parliamentary Reception.

Wiltshire Air Ambulance visit Westminster

Thursday, 09 March 2023

Representatives from Wiltshire Air Ambulance visited the Houses of Parliament on Tuesday 7 March to participate in the Air Ambulances UK Parliamentary Reception.

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Rob Kevan

New chairman to be appointed in September

Saturday, 18 February 2023

Wiltshire Air Ambulance is delighted to announce that following board elections, Rob Kevan will become our charity’s new chairman in September.

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Yellow and green Wiltshire Air Ambulance helicopter landed in a field with white horse in the background

Read Lift Off 2023 online today

Thursday, 16 February 2023

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

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Other ways to donate with Amazon Smile Ending

Thursday, 09 February 2023

The popular Amazon Smile donation scheme will conclude on 20 February.

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Another busy year for our aircrew

Wednesday, 18 January 2023

The year 2022 proved to be another busy one for Wiltshire Air Ambulance’s aircrew, who undertook 1,061 missions across Wiltshire, Bath and surrounding areas.

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What's coming up...
Mayor's Civic Dinner

In the community

Mayor's Civic Dinner

Saturday 14 March 2026

Join us at the Mayor’s Reception, for a Spanish themed evening of encuentro, ‘coming together’, to raise money for our Charity and FearFree.

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Bath Half Marathon

Our event

Bath Half Marathon

Sunday 15 March 2026

Sold out! Every Bath Half place filled – thank you for going the distance for our Charity. Please scroll to the bottom of the page to express interest for next year's event.

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Chalk Walk

Our event

Chalk Walk

Wednesday 01 April 2026

The Chalk Walk challenge invites you to explore some of the most iconic countryside in Wiltshire, while raising vital funds for Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity.

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Easter Brew with the Crew

Our event

Easter Brew with the Crew

Thursday 02 April 2026

Back by popular demand, join us at our Charity's airbase to enjoy Easter fun and meet our lifesaving pilots, doctors and paramedics.

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The Business Club Networking Event - April 2026

Our event

The Business Club Networking Event - April 2026

Wednesday 15 April 2026

Join us for a workshop on AI and what the future may hold for businesses. Available to members of The Business Club and guests.

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Adam Filipe 10

In the community

Adam Filipe 10

Saturday 18 April 2026

Join us for an evening of musical theatre, pop and rock music led by Salisbury's own west-end star, Adam Filipe, fresh from donning the iconic Dreamcoat as "Joseph" in 2025. All proceeds will be going to Wiltshire & Bath Air Ambulance, a charity very close to Adam's family.

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Car Boot Sale

Our event

Car Boot Sale

Sunday 17 May 2026

Our popular Car Boot Sale is back on Sunday 17 May, returning to the front lawn at Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity’s Air Base – and we can’t wait to welcome you!

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A person wearing a green raincoat and blue backpack, holding walking poles in the air

In the community

Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge

Saturday 30 May 2026

Are you ready to take on one of the UK’s most iconic walking challenges? Take on a new adventure and support Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity along the way. Sign up now and conquer the peaks!

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Tour de Trowbridge 2026

In the community

Tour de Trowbridge 2026

Sunday 31 May 2026

2026 will see the launch of Tour de Trowbridge, a new charity cycling event for Wiltshire, organised by the Trowbridge Chamber with Iconic Cycling Events.

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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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