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All the latest news from Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity

Meet our flying doctors

Meet our flying doctors

Monday, 31 October 2022

It has been a year since we enhanced our clinical delivery by increasing the number of pre-hospital consultant (doctors) shifts on the Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance aircrew rotas.

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Aircrew trial MOSAIC system for RRV missions

Wednesday, 19 October 2022

Wiltshire Air Ambulance are excited to be working in partnership with the Airbox Systems to trial MOSAIC for the charity’s two Rapid Response Vehicles (RRVs).

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Restart A Heart Day lands at Swindon Town

Tuesday, 11 October 2022

Wiltshire Air Ambulance will be offering Swindon Town supporters training in CPR and defibrillator use at Saturday’s home game with Colchester United.

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Summer Raffle 2022 winners announced

Monday, 15 August 2022

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

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Swindon Town help to kit out WAA

Wednesday, 27 July 2022

Swindon Town Football Club are aiming to raise £12,000 for Wiltshire Air Ambulance to “kit out” our lifesaving aircrew.

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A photo of critical care paramedics and pilots in front of the Bell-429 helicopter on the helipad holding Platinum Jubilee award medals.

Recognition for our frontline staff

Thursday, 30 June 2022

To commemorate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, members of frontline emergency service staff received medals, if they had completed five years’ service (as of 6 February 2022).

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Laser attack aborts our lifesaving mission

Monday, 11 April 2022

Wiltshire Air Ambulance was subjected to a laser attack over Bath last night (Sunday 10 April 2022), which meant the helicopter was unable to land to treat a patient.

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A group photo of charity team members and two paramedics accepting the Pride of Wiltshire Award in 2022.

Wiltshire Air Ambulance receives prestigious award

Tuesday, 15 March 2022

Wiltshire Air Ambulance has received the prestigious Pride of Wiltshire award at the Wiltshire Life Awards.

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Wiltshire Air Ambulance completes helicopter review

Thursday, 03 March 2022

Wiltshire Air Ambulance has decided to continue with its existing helicopter until at least 2025.

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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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