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We are England’s leading first aid charity

Our purpose is to put the power of first aid into everybody's hands. So we're all closer to help in an emergency. Every person. Every place. Every time.

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29,735

patients were supported at events across England

It was Remembrance Sunday last year and I’d just been to the parade where I live. As a St John Ambulance cadet, I've been going every year since I joined at 12. After it finished, I went with my dad to my auntie’s restaurant where I worked as a waitress. As soon as I walked in, I could hear someone struggling to breathe...

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Event medical cover

Thousands of events count on our medical cover every year, from the biggest sport fixtures to local festivals.

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The backs of three St John Ambulance volunteers stood at the side of a large sports stadium looking out to the pitch. In front of one of them is a wheelchair.

Lifesavers at Work Awards 2026

St John has launched a nationwide hunt for the most inspirational lifesavers in our country’s workplaces – who will you nominate?

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A St John Ambulance trainer with someone learning first aid, practicing chest compressions on a manikin.

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We've moved our first aid courses and supplies to a new website to improve your experience. Don't worry, you can still book and order everything you need from our full range. Visit the St John Ambulance shop.

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