The local air ambulance was called out last week to 51 incidents including one in Frome.

The Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance had a very busy week with cars and their helicopter called out to Bridgwater, Poole, Dorchester, Taunton, Burnham-On-Sea, Frome, Christchurch, Watchet, Street, Yeovil, Wells, Weymouth and Christchurch.

For a second year the ambulance charity is running a special 5k fundraiser run - the 5K Twilight Shift.

The event will take place on Saturday 23 at Henstridge Airfield; the home of the critical care team. Gates will open at 3pm and the event will begin at 5.30pm.

Supporters can enter The 5K Twilight Shift as an individual, as a family, or a group. You can take part as a serious runner or simply use it to have fun and exercise on what will hopefully be a beautiful late afternoon in September.

Participants could even wear fancy dress, or for the more experienced 5K challengers, carry extra weight, just like the air ambulance team need to do, when they are attending an incident.

There are only 500 places available and the first 100 adults who enter will receive a free T-shirt. The charity hopes that anyone who is fortunate to gain a place, will use the opportunity to raise a minimum of £25 in sponsorship.

Emma Jones, Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance Fundraising Manager said:

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Last year was the first ever 5K Twilight Shift and we all had such a wonderful time. We were thrilled with the amount of people that came out to support the event and hope this year will be even better. So many people say how they would love to visit our airbase, meet our crew and see Peggy, our AW169 helicopter up close. This event gives people that opportunity, whilst raising funds for our life-saving service. It's a truly inspiring event and I would encourage everyone, no matter your age or ability to register and take part. We can't wait to see you there!

Register online today by visiting: https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/The5KTwilightShift2023

Entrance fees: Adults (£15), Under 16's (£10)