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All the latest news from Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity

Phishing incidents: donors urged to stay extra vigilant

Tuesday, 20 June 2023

Wiltshire Air Ambulance has been made aware of some phishing incidents in recent weeks, with a number of our donors, supporters and volunteers receiving suspicious emails.

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Wiltshire Air Ambulance at first AAUK Fundraising Conference

Friday, 16 June 2023

Air Ambulances UK (AAUK), the national charity supporting the lifesaving work of the UK's air ambulance charities, hosted its first ever Fundraising Conference this week (13 June) at The Midlands Arts Centre, Birmingham.

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Visitors wander around Middlewick House

Middlewick House event breaks fundraising record

Wednesday, 07 June 2023

A record amount of £88,000 has been raised for local charities following the Middlewick Open Gardens event at the Corsham home of Pink Floyd musician Nick Mason and his wife Annette last weekend (June 3-4).

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Pilot Matt Wilcock in cockpit of Wiltshire Air Ambulance's helicopter

Local band supports Wiltshire Air Ambulance

Thursday, 25 May 2023

Wiltshire Air Ambulance features on the front cover of a new single from local band A Bottle of Dog.

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A boy wearing a blue and black jacket, with green glitter face paint, decorating a biscuit

Brew with the Crew success!

Thursday, 04 May 2023

Thank you to everyone who helped make our Easter Brew with the Crew event such a success in April.

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Wilber, bear mascot, sliding down an inflatable slide with two women wearing yellow Wiltshire Air Ambulance t-shirts

It's A Knockout comes to our airbase

Thursday, 04 May 2023

It’s A Knockout is coming to the Wiltshire Air Ambulance airbase!

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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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A black and white photograph of a pilot stood in front of the helicopter wearing a flight suit.

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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A photoshopped Dachshund dangling from the Wiltshire AIr Ambulance helicopter

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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What's coming up...
Motorbike ride-in

Our event

Motorbike ride-in

Saturday 05 September 2026

Calling all motorbike enthusiasts! Fire up your engines and join us for a fantastic ride-in at our airbase in support of Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity.
Comedy Quiz Night for Air Ambulance Week

Our event

Comedy Quiz Night for Air Ambulance Week

Tuesday 08 September 2026

Join us at the Milk Churn, in Melksham for a fantastic evening with Klaire Alexander’s laugh out loud comedy combo and quiz night. All in aid of raising vital funds during Air Ambulance week. There will be some fantastic prizes up for grabs for the winning team.

Brew with the Crew

Our event

Brew with the Crew

Wednesday 09 September 2026

Come and join us at our popular Brew with the Crew event and celebrate Air Ambulance Week with us.
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!
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!

Gear up for an unforgettable ride through the Wiltshire and Bath countryside before finishing back at the Castle Combe Circuit!

Whether you are riding with friends, a club or taking on your first long-distance challenge, this is your chance to set a goal, enjoy incredible scenery and support our lifesaving work!

Choose from a 40 mile or 65 mile route, before returning to a family fun day at the Castle Combe Circuit.

Riders who choose the discounted entry agree to pledge a minimum of £100 in fundraising, helping support our lifesaving work.

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