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All the latest news from Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity

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Increased demand for our lifesaving work in Bath during 2023

Monday, 01 January 0001

Wiltshire Air Ambulance’s importance to the city of Bath has been shown in the latest statistics released by the lifesaving charity.

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Bath's local air ambulance hit by £500,000 fundraising hike

Monday, 01 January 0001

The yearly cost to provide Wiltshire Air Ambulance’s lifesaving service across Wiltshire and Bath has risen to £4.5 million.

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Middlewick House Open Garden Raffle Prizes

Monday, 01 January 0001

See below for the lucky ticket numbers.

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What's coming up...
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! 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!