The crucial work the emergency services carries out in Cornwall is set to be showcased at a festival in Padstow.

Cornwall Air Ambulance is staging its annual blue light festival Helifest on Saturday, July 15, which will be a day of music and fun.

Teams from Devon & Cornwall Police, Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service, RNLI, Cornwall Blood Bikes, and of course the paramedics and pilots of Cornwall Air Ambulance, who will each be showcasing their work to support people across the Duchy.

The music line up includes Rewind Radio, Sambada Cambada, Rachael Watson, True Foxes, Change the Letter, Cobweb Crew, Josh Curnow, 3 Daft Monkeys and The Barefoot Bandit.

There will also be the return of our popular circus, lots of children’s entertainment and plenty of great local food traders on site.

More than 2,000 people turned out to enjoy the first event last year, which was held in perfect weather. Visitors were able to see the charity’s AW169 helicopter up close for the first time, as well as meet some of the crew.

Fundraising oficer Rob Foster said: “We’re really excited to be bringing Helifest back to the people of Cornwall. 2022 was the first event of its kind and was well attended, and this year we’re hoping to build on that success and make it even bigger and better. “The festival allows you to learn about Cornwall’s blue light services, have fun, try some great food, and hear some talented local musicians, all while supporting Cornwall Air Ambulance. It’s your support that helps to make sure your helicopter can keep flying and the crew can continue to save lives.”

Helifest is supported and sponsored by John Bray Cornish Holidays, Absolute Canvas and Rewind Radio. Parking is available on site.

• Tickets cost £8 for adults, £5 for children, and family tickets are available too. 

They can be purchased online here: https://cornwallairambulancetrust.org/helifest