THIS IS MISSION 40. CHALLENGE YOURSELF TO COVER 40 MILES Or More IN MARCH.
Join hundreds of others taking on Mission 40 and supporting Thames Valley Air Ambulance with every mile. Together, you can make a huge difference to patients in need of our lifesaving care.
Make 40 miles your goal and match the average distance our helicopter flies to reach an emergency within Berkshire, Buckinghamshire or Oxfordshire. Alternatively, take it further by choosing one of our other distances:
40 miles
80 miles
160 miles
You can complete this virtual challenge in your garden, local park, on the school run – the choice is yours. Whether you walk, run, swim, cycle or wheel your way to 40 miles, you will help our crews to be there for people when they need us the most.
In 2025, we were called out 3,302 times to help seriously injured or ill people across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire. By bringing hospital-level drugs and procedures to the scene, our doctors and paramedics fight to give everyone the best chance of survival and recovery.
By signing up to Mission 40, you’ve taken the first step in helping our crews bring the hospital to the patient when every second counts.
Now in its fifth year, Mission 40 is an event in support of Thames Valley Air Ambulance. You will join hundreds of others challenging themselves to complete 40 miles in March, while fundraising for our lifesaving service.
Walk, run, swim, cycle, or wheel – how you complete the challenge is up to you.
40 miles in March – complete your mileage any time between 1st – 31st March.
Join the Mission 40 Facebook Group, register for your free t-shirt, and connect with hundreds of others taking on the challenge.
Thames Valley Air Ambulance is a charity at the frontline of saving lives. We provide emergency medical care by air and land to patients in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire. As an independent charity, we receive no government or NHS funding, and rely solely on support from our generous community. By fundraising for our charity, you will be helping us to bring lifesaving care to critically ill and injured patients when they need it most.
By signing up to Mission 40, you’ll be taking the first step to help our crew bring hospital-level treatment to patients in need.
If you’re feeling like 40 miles is not enough, why not push yourself further with our 80 and 160 mile options? No matter which mission you choose, every step you take helps keep our crews ready to respond when lives are on the line.
40 Miles – led by Critical Care Paramedic Hannah
I’ve seen the stunning countryside from the air, but this March, I’m excited to explore it on foot. Join my team and let’s take on 40 miles together!
Feeling those winter blues? Let’s shake them off together as we step into spring. Join my team and take on 80 miles this March. Together, we’ll raise vital funds for Thames Valley Air Ambulance!
Become an ambassador for our lifesaving cause and show your support with a free Mission 40 t-shirt.
However you decide to take on the challenge, your t-shirt is a great way to raise awareness of what you’re doing and remember the difference you made for years to come.
Small – to fit 35/37″ / 91-94cm chest
Medium – to fit 37/39″ / 95-98cm chest
Large – to fit 39/42″ / 99-106cm chest
X Large – to fit 42/44″ / 107-114cm chest
XX Large – to fit 45/46″ / 115cm – 122cm chest
We’ll send you your t-shirt once you receive your first donation on your fundraising page.
Mission 40 takes place throughout March. You can complete your 40 miles at any time between Sunday 1st March and Tuesday 31st March.
Mission 40 is suitable for all ages and abilities, there are no restrictions for who can take part. Please encourage friends and family to get involved. Together, you can make a huge difference to patients in need of our lifesaving care.
Please note Thames Valley Air Ambulance cannot take responsibility for any injuries picked up as part of this challenge.
The best way to take on Mission 40 is by joining hundreds of other like-minded participants in our Facebook Group.
Join the Mission 40 Facebook Group by clicking the button below.
Once you’ve joined the group, set up your fundraising page. The simplest way to do this is by following the link below.
Once your fundraising page is live, share it with friends and family and encourage them to sponsor your challenge.
After you’ve received your first donation, we’ll send you your free Mission 40 t-shirt.
Thames Valley Air Ambulance is a charity at the frontline of saving lives. We provide emergency medical care by air and land to patients in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire. Our critical care paramedics and doctors are highly trained and ready for any eventuality. We bring the hospital to the patient, giving you the best chance when the worst happens. Every day, somebody in our community could be in urgent need of our service. We rely solely on the generous support of the public.
By taking on Mission 40 and fundraising for Thames Valley Air Ambulance, you will be helping us to reach more critically ill and injured patients with hospital-level treatment when they need it most.
There is no minimum sponsorship, our suggested sponsorship target is around £100 per person. If you need any help with your fundraising, make sure to join the Facebook group for support and advice.
40 miles is the average distance our helicopter travels to get to an incident within our three counties of Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire. On an average day, we are called out to nine emergencies. If you’re feeling ambitious, why not take on our 80 mile or 160 mile tiers?
To order your free challenge t-shirt, simply follow the instructions via the link below.
T-shirts are being dispatched in bulk throughout February. Once posted, please allow two to four days for your t-shirt to arrive. If you have any questions about your order, please get in touch with our team at Fundraising@tvairambulance.org.uk.
T-shirt size guide:
Small – to fit 35/37 ” / 91-94 cm chest
Medium – to fit 37/39 ” / 95-98 cm chest
Large – to fit 39/42 ” / 99-106 cm chest
X Large – to fit 42/44 ” / 107-114 cm chest
XX Large – to fit 45/46″ / 115-122cm chest
Please note, t-shirts are sent once you receive your first donation on your fundraising page.
