British Equestrian backs East Anglian Air Ambulance’s Cambridge Air Base Appeal as charity passes halfway mark in bid to raise £8.2 million
British championship event rider, Bubby Upton, is backing East Anglian Air Ambulance’s Cambridge Air Base Appeal and sharing details of how the charity helped her following a serious riding accident in 2023 that almost left her paralysed. Bubby’s support comes as the charity passes the halfway mark in its £8.2 million fundraising appeal.
Hundreds tackle thrilling Only The Brave mud challenge for East Anglian Air Ambulance
East Anglian Air Ambulance’s thrilling Only The Brave multi-obstacle mud challenge has once again proved a huge success, with hundreds of courageous participants taking on the challenge at the Euston Estate, near Thetford on 20 September to raise vital funds for the charity.
Dedicated East Anglian Air Ambulance fundraiser shortlisted for BBC Make a Difference Award
Local fundraising champion Wendy Willis has been shortlisted at the BBC Cambridgeshire Make a Difference Awards 2026, in recognition of her extraordinary commitment to supporting East Anglian Air Ambulance.
East Anglian Air Ambulance supporters take on Trek 24 in Cambridge
The first-ever Trek 24 Cambridgeshire took place on Sunday 6 September, raising vital funds to support East Anglian Air Ambulance and help secure the future of its lifesaving service across the region – with 150 people taking part in the event.
Landmarks across Cambridge to light up in support of East Anglian Air Ambulance during Air Ambulance Week
Several well-known buildings across Cambridge will be illuminated in either red or yellow on Wednesday 9 September to show support for East Anglian Air Ambulance and help raise awareness of the lifesaving work carried out by the charity during Air Ambulance Week.
Inspirational East Anglian Air Ambulance patient to take on Trek 24 Cambridgeshire to support crew who saved his life
Pedro Santos will tackle 2.4-mile circuit in his wheelchair alongside friends A man whose life changed forever after a serious road traffic collision is taking on East Anglian Air Ambulance's Trek 24 Cambridgeshire this September to give something back to the charity whose specialist team helped save his life. Pedro Santos, 45, is encouraging people of all ages and abilities to join him at…
Cambridge rower backs air ambulance fundraising appeal after lifesaving treatment on the River Cam
A Cambridge rower, whose life was saved after suffering a serious cardiac emergency on the River Cam, is backing the East Anglian Air Ambulance’s £8.2 million fundraising appeal to secure a new Cambridge base. Details of the dramatic rescue have been revealed as the charity announces it has raised £2.6 million thanks to the generosity of local people and businesses, who have got the Cambridge…
G’s Fresh backs Cambridge Air Base Appeal
East Anglian Air Ambulance is pleased to announce that G’s Fresh – one of Europe’s leading fresh produce companies – is backing its Cambridge Air Base Appeal.
CQC rates East Anglian Air Ambulance’s Norwich base outstanding
East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) has been rated Outstanding following a recent inspection by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) at its Norwich base.
Wave of support for East Anglian Air Ambulance as Cambridge turns yellow in support of Air Base Appeal
East Anglian Air Ambulance experienced a wave of support over the weekend from retailers, local businesses, and members of the public, as its team and volunteers hit the streets to raise awareness of the Cambridge Air Base Appeal.
Mayor of Cambridgeshire and Soham Town Rangers Chairman learn CPR with East Anglian Air Ambulance at Knife Angel
Charity offering public free training between now and mid-June
East Anglian Air Ambulance launches Trek 24 Cambridgeshire
Corporate teams can walk 24 miles, 24 kilometres or 2.4 miles to support lifesaving air ambulance service.
Cambridgeshire to welcome powerful knife monument
Cambridgeshire is set to host a 27-foot-tall monument created to raise awareness of knife crime and its devastating impact on individuals, families and communities.
East Anglian Air Ambulance launches £8.2m appeal to build new Cambridge base
Former patients help charity launch appeal as it calls on people and businesses across Cambridgeshire to help protect the future of their local air ambulance.
Planning permission granted for relocation of lifesaving charity’s air base
East Anglian Air Ambulance has been granted planning permission for the relocation of its air base in Cambridgeshire.
New BBC programme to feature former East Anglian Air Ambulance patient
Lifesaving charity East Anglian Air Ambulance will feature in a new BBC One series launching on 30 March at 10:15am. Farm 999 is a 15-part documentary series presented by Steph McGovern. The programme shines a light on the hidden dangers and emergency incidents faced by rural communities across the UK, including the remarkable story of Cambridgeshire farmer Jonathan Willis. After being impaled by…
Royal Papworth CEO joins East Anglian Air Ambulance board of trustees
East Anglian Air Ambulance, a charity that provides 24/7 lifesaving critical care by air and road, has welcomed the Chief Executive Officer of the Royal Papworth Hospital to their board of trustees. Eilish Midlane was formally appointed in December 2025 and brings extensive expertise and insight to the charity.