Strictly Air Ambulance
In light of the developing Covid-19 pandemic, we are postponing Strictly Air Ambulance until Saturday 24th October 2020. The health and wellbeing of our guests and our team are our top priority.
We apologise for any disappointment, however, we are excited to be back in the Autumn!
Your tickets will be valid for the new date. For more information on tickets or refunds, please read our FAQs below.
FAQs
Why has it been postponed ?
In light of the rapidly developing Covid-19 outbreak, we have decided that postponing the event is in the best interests of everyone due to attend the event. We are prioritising the health and wellbeing of our guests and of our team.
When is the new date?
Saturday 24th October 2020.
Will it be at the same venue?
Yes, it will be at Five Lakes Resort, Maldon.
Will my ticket still be valid?
If you bought a ticket for 28th March, this will remain valid for 24th October 2020. You do not need to take any action.
I can’t make the new date, can the cost of my ticket(s) be regarded as a donation to EHAAT?
Yes, please contact the events team to let them know on 0345 2417 690 or email [email protected] before 17th April 2020.
I’d prefer not to donate the cost of my ticket(s), can I get a refund?
Yes, if you would like to arrange a full refund please contact the events team on 0345 2417 690 or email [email protected] before 17th April 2020.
How will this be paid to me?
If you paid online it will be paid directly to the card you used. If you paid by bank transfer or cheque you will be refunded by bank transfer. If you paid by cheque and you require a cheque, please let us know.
How long will it take to get a refund?
This should take no longer than fourteen days.
I’ve bought a hotel package, what should I do?
Your package will be transferred across to October, but if you require a refund please contact the events team on 0345 2417 690 or email [email protected]
I have booked a room separately with the hotel rather than as part of a package. What do I need to do?
You will need to contact the hotel separately and alter your booking.
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Ready for Strictly Air Ambulance 2020?
Our amazing Strictly Air Ambulance event will now take place on Saturday 24th October 2020, being held at a new venue, Five Lakes Resort in Maldon.
Tickets are now on sale from £25.
This year we are offering a special Strictly Air Ambulance and Five Lakes Resort hotel package for 2, available for £179. Make a night of it after the show, by staying at the hotel and enjoying a leisurely breakfast the following morning. An ideal gift for Mother’s Day!
And there’s an opportunity to join our After Show Party attended by the contestants and their professional dance partners. Enjoy a glass of bubbly and a DJ for just £10; tickets are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.
Celebrity Judges and Host
This year we are excited to announce that Strictly Air Ambulance is being hosted by BBC TV and Radio Presenter David Whiteley, with celebrity judges Pasha Kovalev and Chloe Hewitt.
Pasha Kovalev, Celebrity Judge
Russian-born Pasha began dancing at the age of eight, and has taken part in both ‘So You Think You Can Dance’ on American TV and the BBC’s ‘Strictly Come Dancing’. During eight years as a competitor in the latter, Pasha won series twelve with Caroline Flack and was runner up three times.
We are delighted that Pasha will be a celebrity judge for Strictly Air Ambulance, along with dance partner Chloe. Together they will be performing demonstration dances on the night.
Chloe Hewitt, Celebrity Judge
Chloe Hewitt started dancing at the age of 7. She became a World, European and a 3x National Ballroom and Latin Champion, all by the age of 20.
In 2013, she was scouted to audition for Britain’s Got Talent whereby she reached the Live Semi-Finals. And in 2016 Chloe become a professional dancer on hit TV show Strictly Come Dancing. Along with performing on Strictly, Chloe was given the opportunity to experience presenting with Strictly’s ‘It Takes Two’.
David Whiteley, Host
David Whiteley is a BBC TV and Radio presenter. He fronts the BBC One Current Affairs programme, Inside Out and is also a Producer and the Series Director. David regularly hosts BBC Look East and can be heard on his BBC Radio Norfolk show, Treasure Quest, every Sunday morning.
Our dance contestants
We are delighted to introduce our five amateur dance contestants who are being partnered by local professional dance teachers. Find out more about them!
Contestant: Rob Jelly
Partner: Trisha Bray
What’s your background?
I’ve spent four years presenting `The Early Wobble on BBC Essex, seven years playing American Football for Essex Spartans, six years hosting the Nuclear Races Obstacle Course Race and 33 years dancing – untrained, until now!
Why did you want to get involved in Strictly?
I have always been a performer and would live to challenge myself with something I have no experience of. It’s because of my job that I have ended up dancing with the lovely Trisha. Back at the start of 2019 I was talking to the team from EHAAT about Strictly Air Ambulance and said ‘that would be great fun’. And here I am. Trisha and I are going to be doing a tango, which I’m very excited about because it’s not something I’d ever thought I would do. Originally, my dance partner was Joanne Taylor, unfortunately, she has had to pull out of this year’s event due to injury. Thankfully Joanne has given me a fantastic headstart, it’s going to be good fun.
Support Rob and Joanne by donating to their JustGiving page.
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Contestant: Louise White
Partner: James Fenton
What’s your background?
I am a physiotherapist and hypnotherapist and I am married to a serving soldier. We have two daughters. I was born in Scotland but I have lived in Colchester for 14 years although I have moved around and spent time working overseas. I have had 27 different addresses! As a family we love to travel and enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities and I believe you should embrace new opportunities and try everything once. My husband and I have recently been involved with making a TV documentary about planning for your retirement.
Why are you taking part in Strictly Air Ambulance?
It is such a great cause. As a physiotherapist, I have treated clients who have been saved by the air ambulance I can think of nothing more reassuring in a time of need than hearing the whirl of the propeller blades approaching.
I am about to turn 50, so I have chosen to do this as a personal challenge to mark this milestone birthday. I have been to and thoroughly enjoyed the shows previously.
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Contestant: Rob Keen
Dance Partner: Zoe Jeffery
What’s your background?
I’m a production supervisor at a greeting card company based in Watford. I am always up for a laugh and like socialising with family and friends. In my spare time I like music and movies. In the last year I have started taking part in Nuclear Races, which are 12km mud-filled obstacle courses. I live in Harlow with my partner Jamie, who suggested I enter Strictly Air Ambulance.
Why did you want to get involved in Strictly?
I volunteered for Strictly Air Ambulance because I am a volunteer for the charity. I make greeting cards for a company in Watford and I can’t think of a better way of raising money and having fun at the same time. I’m lucky enough to have been partnered with Zoe, a previous winner and I’m hoping to smash it!
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Contestant: Rob Theobald
Partner: Michelle Pavlovic
What’s your background:
I live in Rayleigh with my wife Jo and our children Mia and Madison. I work for St James’s Place, a wealth management business. I am being sponsored by my wife’s business, a company called Public Sewer Services.
Why are you taking part?
Last year I was dragged off the sofa by my wife to go to Strictly Air Ambulance. I then had this mad moment when I started bidding for the chance to take part. I’m fifty next year and I thought it would be a good milestone to achieve. I have zero experience in dancing, so I am relying on Michelle to guide me.
Support Rob and Michelle by donating to their JustGiving pages.
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Contestant: Stacy Grantham
Partner: Sam Jeffery
What’s your background?
I work at David Lloyd Colchester. You’ll find me mainly behind the reception desk, however, I get involved in many things in club!
Why are you taking part?
EHAAT got in touch with the club to see if anyone wanted to take part. I used to dance Ballroom and Latin when I was younger but I stopped when I was around 10 or 11 I always felt I gave up too soon! Now I’m an adult with 2 children, this is a great opportunity for me to revisit my youth and dance again! It’s for a great cause too so it’s win-win! I am so excited to see if I’ve still got a wiggle in me! I feel proud to be able to do this event for Essex and Herts Air Ambulance to keep them doing the amazing job that they do each and every day!
Support Stacy and Sam by donating to their JustGiving page.
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Contestant: Dawne Watts
Partner: Ronnie Bradford
What’s your background?
I am a 46-year-old hairdresser who has taken a liking to challenges. In the last 3 years, despite my profound fear of heights, I have climbed Snowdon three times and done a tandem skydive with the Red Devils. I decided to raise money for charity to ensure I would go through with falling out of an aeroplane attached to a Red Devil.
Why are you taking part?
I have watched for a few years in awe and have always said it is something I would love to do. Being able to dance and raise money for a very worthwhile charity is amazing. I love dancing and what I lack in rhythm I will make up for in enthusiasm.
Support Dawne and Ronnie by donating to their JustGiving page.
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Would you like to be part of our event?
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We are always looking for business to sponsor our events, to keep our costs as low as possible. We can offer you marketing and promotional benefits in return.
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