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All the latest news from Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity

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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A person using a laptop to visit the Give as you Live website in a coffee shop

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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The WAA charity shop window with new vinyl sticker.

Charity Shop gets a fresh new look

Thursday, 12 January 2023

Wiltshire Air Ambulance’s Charity Shop in Devizes is set to re-open on Tuesday 17 January after a much-needed makeover.

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Well done to our 2022 Christmas Raffle winners

Thursday, 22 December 2022

The draw has taken place for the winning numbers in our 2022 Christmas Raffle.

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A paramedic who is being handed a delivery box of blood products from a biker wearing a high vis jacket and a helmet.

Wiltshire Air Ambulance increase bloods carried for lifesaving missions

Tuesday, 22 November 2022

Wiltshire Air Ambulance has increased the number of red blood cell units carried on board its aircraft and critical care cars, meaning the charity can provide a level of care comparable with local hospitals.

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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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