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All the latest news from Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity

A headshot of Richard Youens stood outside

Remembering Richard Youens

Thursday, 24 October 2024

Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity is saddened to learn of the passing of Life President Richard Youens at the age of 81.

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A team of critical care paramedics and doctors working on a patient on a stretcher in the back of the charity's helicopter

Our impact | September 2024

Monday, 14 October 2024

During September, the aircrew attended a total of 112 missions, with doctors on board for 72 of the missions.

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Team members from John O'Conner Abriculture outside Wiltshire Air Ambulance's airbase

Arboriculture company donate time

Tuesday, 08 October 2024

Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity would like to thank John O’Conner Arboriculture for donating their hard work and time to cut back and clear trees at the airbase.

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Give the gift of critical care this Christmas

Thursday, 03 October 2024

Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity is looking for your support to keep the critical care team saving lives this Christmas.

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The pathway to becoming a doctor

The pathway to becoming a doctor

Thursday, 03 October 2024

In 2024 Maria Smith became the first doctor fully employed by Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity.

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Award-winning photography for Wiltshire Air Ambulance

Award-winning photography for Wiltshire Air Ambulance

Thursday, 03 October 2024

The images found in this article were taken by Sony ambassador Terry Donnelly, who was undertaking his third project with the charity.

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Two critical care paramedics, either side of a critical care doctor, walking towards a yellow and green helicopter

Our impact | August 2024

Tuesday, 10 September 2024

During August, the aircrew attended a total of 106 missions, with doctors on board for 69 of the missions.

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A paramedic wearing an orange flight suit pointing, whilst sitting in a yellow car

Channel 5 show to feature WAA

Thursday, 29 August 2024

Wiltshire Air Ambulance will take centre stage on a new Channel 5 television programme.

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Auction house to hold Salisbury Valuation Day

Auction house to hold Salisbury Valuation Day

Wednesday, 21 August 2024

Wiltshire Air Ambulance will be teaming up with one of the South West's premier auctioneers of antiques & collector's items, Henry Aldridge & Son Ltd, and charity ambassador Paul Martin to host a Valuation Day in Salisbury next month.

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What's coming up...
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Our event

Summer Behind-the-Scenes Tour

Thursday 09 July 2026

Join the team on one of our behind-the-scenes tours of the charity's airbase.

A group of people lounging in the sun at an air ambulance airbase

Our event

Summer at the Base

Saturday 22 August 2026

Get ready for an unforgettable day out as Summer at the Base returns on Saturday 22 August, from 12–4pm!
Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity Race Day

Our event

Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity Race Day

Wednesday 15 July 2026

Come and join us for a fantastic day of racing and fundraising at Bath Racecourse, where thrilling racing meets a great cause. Enjoy the excitement of the track, soak up the views, and help us raise vital funds for Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity.
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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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