Medical Cover for Events in Wiltshire: What You Need to Know
- Ben Partridge
- Jul 19, 2025
- 3 min read
When planning a public event in Wiltshire—whether it’s a festival, carnival, sporting event, or community gathering—one of the most important components of your event safety plan is robust medical cover. At Partridge Medical Solutions, we specialise in providing paramedic-led event medical services in Wiltshire, ensuring your attendees, staff, and stakeholders are protected by experienced professionals.
In this post, we’ll outline why event medical provision matters, what level of cover you may need, and how we’ve supported real events across Wiltshire, including the Wiltshire Throwback Festival and Melksham Carnival.
Why Is Event Medical Cover in Wiltshire So Important?
Wiltshire is home to a wide variety of events throughout the year—from music festivals and equestrian shows to parades and sports events. Regardless of the size or nature of your gathering, there are legal and ethical obligations to ensure appropriate medical cover is in place.
Organisers must consider:
Number of attendees
Type of event (e.g. static, mobile, high-risk)
Distance from the nearest hospital
Response times from local NHS Ambulance Trusts
Risk of injury or illness (e.g. dehydration, trauma, substance misuse)
Failure to provide suitable cover not only puts people at risk—it can jeopardise your event licence and insurance.
Wiltshire Council say “Event organisers must make sure that they comply with the various legal requirements relating to events attended by the public.”
What Medical Cover Does Your Wiltshire Event Need?
We recommend a needs-based analysis, tailored to your event type, location, and expected footfall. This may include:
First Aiders
Emergency Care Assistants (ECAs)
Paramedics
Ambulance Technicians
Mobile Treatment Units
Rapid Response Vehicles
At Partridge Medical Solutions, we work with event organisers across Wiltshire to conduct comprehensive medical risk assessments and deliver custom medical strategies aligned with industry best practice and guidance from the Purple Guide.
Case Study 1: Wiltshire Throwback Festival (New Event, 2 Days)
In 2025, we supported the first-ever Wiltshire Throwback Festival—a two-day celebration of retro music and community spirit. With no previous medical history to base decisions on, the event required a fresh, professional approach to event safety.
Our Involvement:
Conducted a needs-based medical risk assessment
Developed a full Emergency Medical Plan
Attended Event Safety Advisory Group (SAG) meetings as consultants
Delivered a multi-disciplinary clinical team (including Paramedics, ECAs, and response vehicles)
Maintained dynamic resourcing, adjusting staff levels before and during the event in line with real-time intelligence
Ensured all medical plans were ratified by the local NHS ambulance service
The result? A safe and well-supported inaugural event that was praised by organisers, attendees, and local stakeholders.
Case Study 2: Melksham Carnival (Community Parade)
The Melksham Carnival is a vibrant community event that brings together families, floats, and festivities. As part of our commitment to community healthcare, Partridge Medical Solutions provided dedicated cover for this high-footfall parade.
Our Deployment:
A fully crewed frontline ambulance
A rapid response Paramedic, positioned strategically along the route
Real-time coordination with event organisers and marshals
This ensured fast response times and visible reassurance to the public, helping maintain a fun and safe atmosphere throughout.
Why Choose Partridge Medical for Event Medical in Wiltshire?
✔️ Paramedic-led teams with real NHS and frontline experience
✔️ CQC compliant processes and equipment
✔️ Tailored service levels, not just off-the-shelf packages
✔️ Embedded in the Wiltshire community and familiar with local authority protocols
✔️ Strong partnerships with local NHS Ambulance Trusts and SAGs
Whether you’re hosting a first-time music festival or a long-standing village fete, we can provide a scalable, professional, and risk-conscious medical solution—keeping your event compliant, safe, and successful.
Ready to Talk About Medical Cover for Your Wiltshire Event?
We offer free consultations and medical risk assessments for event organisers throughout Wiltshire, including Melksham, Trowbridge, Chippenham, Devizes, and Salisbury.
📞 Contact us today to discuss your needs and build a bespoke event medical strategy:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How much medical cover do I need for a small event?
It depends on the expected crowd size, duration, location, and risk level. We can assess this with you.
Is an ambulance always required?
Not always. Some events only require first responders. Higher-risk events benefit from having a crewed ambulance onsite.
Will you liaise with the local NHS Trust or SAG?
Yes—we often work directly with local authorities and emergency services as part of our consultancy.
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