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All the latest news from Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity

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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Wiltshire Air Ambulance reveals its lifesaving mission stats for 2021

Thursday, 06 January 2022

Wiltshire Air Ambulance undertook 1,104 missions in 2021 as the charity came through another difficult year on the front line.

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Virgin Red supports AA UK with donation scheme

Tuesday, 12 October 2021

Four new charities including Air Ambulances UK have been added to the rewards club, enabling members to donate Virgin Points to even more good causes Virgin Red, Virgin's new rewards club, has welcomed Air Ambulances UK to its Points for Good category.

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An orange Kubota tractor and trailer parked on the helipad next to the helicopter. There is a staff member from WAA and Howard & Sons handing over the keys.

Wiltshire Air Ambulance gifted tractor from Howard & Sons

Thursday, 16 September 2021

Wiltshire Air Ambulance have been supported by local firm Howard & Sons, who have gifted a brand-new Kubota tractor to the charity for the next two years.

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Wiltshire Air Ambulance's costs rise to £4m a year

Tuesday, 31 August 2021

Wiltshire Air Ambulance’s costs have risen to £4 million a year as the charity emerges from the clinical and financial challenges of the COVID pandemic.

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Five ways to join our GroundCrew

Friday, 04 June 2021

Our volunteers really do make a difference to our charity.

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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!