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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 during 2023

Tuesday, 09 January 2024

Wiltshire Air Ambulance undertook 1,167 missions across Wiltshire, Bath and surrounding areas in 2023, which represents a 10.6% increase on the previous year.

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Are you our 2023 Christmas Raffle winner?

Friday, 22 December 2023

The draw has taken place for the winning numbers in our 2023 Christmas Raffle.

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We are here for you this Christmas

Thursday, 14 December 2023

Wiltshire Air Ambulance's pilots, paramedics and doctors will be on shift throughout the Christmas and New Year for those who need their critical care skills most.

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Helicopter suffers laser attack near Trowbridge

Monday, 11 December 2023

On the evening of Sunday 10 December 2023 our Bell 429 helicopter was subjected to a laser attack near to our airbase in Semington.

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A magical night in Bath

A magical night in Bath

Thursday, 07 December 2023

Thank you to everyone who played their part in making our Carols in the Abbey event such a huge success.

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Our helicopter is back!

Tuesday, 05 December 2023

It's safe to say our pilots are excited to see the Bell 429 back!

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Dr Jono Holme delivering drugs to a patient in flight

A big thank you!

Monday, 04 December 2023

Thanks to your generosity we've completed the 2023 Big Give Christmas Challenge with a whole day to spare.

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Air Ambulances UK 2023 awards

Special recognition for Rob

Monday, 04 December 2023

Wiltshire Air Ambulance pilot Rob Collingwood, who sadly passed away earlier this year, has posthumously received a Special Recognition award at the Air Ambulances UK Annual Awards of Excellence.

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A photo of a lit candle with a small teddy bear sat next to it, wearing an orange flight suit, on a black background

Grief Awareness Week 2023 – 2-8 December

Saturday, 02 December 2023

Wiltshire Air Ambulance will always be there to support, aid and comfort families during bereavement and grief.

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What's coming up...
Middlewick House Open Garden

In the community

Middlewick House Open Garden

Saturday 06 June 2026

Join us for a day of fun and fundraising at the Middlewick House Open Garden 2026 event, organised by The Wiltshire Bobby Van Trust and Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance.
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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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A photo of Middlewick House with sports cars parked outside and visitors taking photos and looking at the cars.

Middlewick House Open Garden returns!

A great family-friendly weekend!

Our ambassadors Nick and Annette Mason are kindly opening up their garden to the public again to raise money for Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity and The Wiltshire Bobby Van Trust.

This community event is not to be missed, an opportunity to be wowed at the incredible cars on show, enjoy the beautiful scenery of Middlewick House, friendly farm animals to visit and children's entertainment zone while supporting a great cause - what could be better?

Tickets are by advance booking only this year - don't miss out!

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