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All the latest news from Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity

An emotional night at The Barn

An emotional night at The Barn

Tuesday, 28 November 2023

The third annual In Celebration of Life service proved to be a beautiful and emotional evening when it was held on Sunday (26 November) at The Barn, Lowden Garden Centre.

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Recycle for Wiltshire Air Ambulance scheme closes

Friday, 17 November 2023

As of 1 December 2023, Recycle for Wiltshire Air Ambulance has decided to close its Salisbury hub at the Phoenix Emporium and cease operating.

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New car helps us to drive lifesaving excellence

Thursday, 16 November 2023

Wiltshire Air Ambulance has unveiled its brand-new Critical Care Car, which has been fully funded by a grant from the HELP Appeal.

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A Unique Concert for Wiltshire

Monday, 13 November 2023

A Unique Concert for Wiltshire will be held at the historic Salisbury Cathedral on Thursday 8 February 2024 to raise vital funds for key Wiltshire charities.

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Arson attack on charity clothing bank

Friday, 27 October 2023

We are pleased to report that our clothing bank at The Recreation Ground in Marlborough (SN8 4AE) will be restored today after a recent arson attack.

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Meet our newest faces

Thursday, 26 October 2023

Meet Matt Metcalf and David Connor, the two newest members of the Wiltshire Air Ambulance aircrew.

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A paramedic wearing a santa hat, holding a "could you be out £3,000 jackpot winner" sign, like in Love Actually

Our Christmas Raffle has landed!

Tuesday, 17 October 2023

Wiltshire Air Ambulance has launched its annual Christmas Raffle with a video that has a cheeky twist on the 2003 hit film Love Actually.

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Charity Ball raises over £30,000

Wednesday, 11 October 2023

Wiltshire Air Ambulance’s 2023 Charity Ball raised over £30,000 when it was held at the De Vere Cotswold Water Park on Saturday (7 October).

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Teddy The Air Ambulances UK Mascot Joined The Kwik Fit Borehamwood Team To Mark The New Charity Partnership on Kwik Fit and Air Ambulances UK announce new national partnership

Kwik Fit and AAUK announce new national partnership

Wednesday, 11 October 2023

Kwik Fit, the UK’s leading automotive servicing and repair company, today announces that it has chosen Air Ambulances UK (AAUK) as its national charity partner.

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What's coming up...
A group of people being shown screens in a flight room

Our event

Behind-the-Scenes Tour

Monday 20 January 2025

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

National Puzzle Day

Our event

National Puzzle Day

Wednesday 29 January 2025

National Puzzle Day is dedicated to the enjoyment and benefits of puzzles of all kinds. Our team love a Jigsaw Puzzle and we think many of you will too.

A pilot talking to a room full of people sat on chairs

Our event

Q's with the Crew

Tuesday 18 February 2025

Join us for this opportunity to ask all your burning Q’s to our crew
A group of people being shown screens in a flight room

Our event

Behind-the-Scenes Tour

Tuesday 11 March 2025

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

A group of runners from the Bath Half marathon, posing with a mascot

Our event

Bath Half Marathon

Sunday 16 March 2025

This event is now sold out
Fundraiser taking part in a skydive, wearing a Wiltshire Air Ambulance yellow t-shirt

Our event

Skydive

Sunday 13 April 2025

Get ready to experience a rush like no other as you take in fantastic views over Salisbury and beyond.

Car Boot Sale

Our event

Car Boot Sale

Saturday 26 April 2025

Join us at our very first fundraising Car Boot Sale on the front lawn at our airbase!
A group of people being shown screens in a flight room

Our event

Behind-the-Scenes Tour

Tuesday 20 May 2025

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

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Need for our charity is greater than ever

Our vital critical care team undertook a record number of missions during 2024, new statistics have revealed.

Read our 2024 statistics
Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance aircraft with crew stepping in