Latest news with #WalesAirAmbulanceCharity
South Wales Argus
7 days ago
- Automotive
- South Wales Argus
Pontypool motorsport legend honoured with ride out and track naming
Selwyn Griffiths was a champion motorbike racer who spent many years of his working life in the town. He sadly passed away back in January aged 83 years old. Selwyn's main claim to fame was as the winner of the 1964 Senior Manx Grand Prix. He was also a podium finisher at the Isle of Man TT Races, a Southern 100 Championship winner, and twice Aberdare Park Welsh Open winner. These however are just some of his many victories. Selwyn Griffiths at the 1964 Senior Manx Grand Prix (Image: Michael Griffiths) Selwyn worked at Ray Cowles Motorcycles in Pontypool with his business partner and race sponsor Ray for 68 years and was a much-loved figure in the community. At least 160 bikers were present during his funeral procession. Now a 'ride out' is being held from Pontypool to Pembrey circuit in Llanelli to celebrate the naming of 'Selwyn's corner' at the track. Speaking of the ride out and his father 41-year-old Michael Griffiths Selwyn's son said: 'Dad's achievements are being honoured by the naming of a corner at Pembrey Circuit, the home of Welsh Motorsport, and I think that says it all. 'We'll have a great time and contribute to a good cause in memory of dad.' Selwyn Griffiths at Ulster race track (Image: Michael Griffiths) All proceeds from the ride out will be donated to the Wales Air Ambulance Charity. So far, an incredible £1,466 has been raised through a JustGiving page in Selwyn's honour. At the circuit a raffle to raise further funds for Wales Air Ambulance Charity will be held where participants will have a chance to win motorsport related items. Selwyn's family have said for more information on the ride out to search for Selwyn's Pembrey Circuit Rideout on JustGiving.
Cambrian News
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Cambrian News
Win Oasis tickets: Cardiff gig supports Wales Air Ambulance
Missed out on the rock n' roll reunion of the century? The Wales Air Ambulance Charity might be able to help - as if you're an Oasis fan and failed to bag tickets for their Live '25 UK tour - this is Definitely Maybe your day!
Cambrian News
10-05-2025
- Health
- Cambrian News
Ceredigion distillery workers to take on ‘helicopter half
The event, dubbed the 'Helicopter Half', is being organised to support the life-saving work of the Wales Air Ambulance Charity, which provides emergency air cover across the country. Between them, the distillery team will be walking, jogging and running a continuous lap route around their own site until they hit the magic 13.68 miles. The Distillery is also inviting the local community to get involved – whether by donating, cheering them on, or even running alongside for part (or all) of the distance.
Business News Wales
01-05-2025
- Health
- Business News Wales
Cash Boost for Wales Air Ambulance
The Wales Air Ambulance Charity has received a £1,000 donation from a Swansea-based business. The donation was made by the Amazon fulfilment centre in Swansea. The money will be used to help keep the charity's helicopters in the air and rapid response vehicles on the road. Wales Air Ambulance is consultant-led, taking hospital-standard treatments to patients and if required, transferring them directly to the most appropriate hospital for their illness or injury. The service is delivered via a unique third-sector and public-sector partnership. The Emergency Medical Retrieval and Transfer Service (EMRTS) supplies highly skilled NHS consultants and critical care practitioners who work on board the charity's vehicles. This advanced critical care includes the ability to administer anaesthesia, deliver blood transfusions and conduct minor operations, all at the scene of an incident. As a pan-Wales service, its dedicated crews, regardless of where they are based, will travel the length and breadth of the country to deliver emergency lifesaving care. The Wales Air Ambulance Charity relies on donations to raise the £11.2 million required every year to maintain the helicopter and rapid response vehicle operation. Following the donation, members of Amazon's Swansea team paid a visit to the Dafen airbase of the Wales Air Ambulance where they met with clinicians and a pilot. The charity's Regional Fundraising Manager, Christian Sullivan, said: 'We want to extend a huge thank you to Amazon in Swansea for their incredible support. Funds like this are vitally important and help us raise the money we need to run our lifesaving service. 'It was wonderful to welcome some members of the team to our Dafen base so they could meet the clinicians and pilot and learn more about the work we do.' Darrell George is the General Manager's Assistant at Amazon in Swansea. He said: 'We have supported the Wales Air Ambulance over several years. We ask our team which charities they would like to benefit from our charitable giving, and a donation is then made as a show of appreciation for the incredible work done by the chosen organisation. On this occasion, that goes to the clinicians and pilots of Wales Air Ambulance. 'We were all excited about coming to the base to see the helicopter and meet the crew. I couldn't believe how small the cockpit was. It's so snug in there and they've got to fit in so much equipment. Wales Air Ambulance travels the length and breadth of Wales and must conduct procedures in the most difficult situations. You cannot help but be in awe – it's a phenomenal service.' Amazon in Swansea plans to continue supporting Wales Air Ambulance in 2025.
