THE British Red Cross in Wiltshire needs new volunteers to provide first aid at events like the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta and WOMAD.

Volunteers are required to join the first-aid groups in Trowbridge, Warminster, Royal Wootton Bassett and Salisbury.

First-hand experience of what is involved will be provided opposite the Fore Street entrance to the Shires Shopping Centre, Trowbridge, on Saturday, January 31 (11am-3pm) and on Saturday, February 7, in the car park behind the Three Horseshoes Centre, in Warminster (11am-3pm).

Red Cross first aiders will also demonstrate life-saving skills, such as how to help someone who is having an asthma attack.

Potential volunteers can also attend longer first-aid ‘taster sessions’ in February.

The Red Cross is also looking for volunteers throughout Wiltshire to join its fire and emergency support (FES) service, which assists the fire service and helps those affected by house fires and other emergencies.

To find out more call or email Fiona Gundry on 0117 3012622 and fgundry@redcross.org.uk or apply online to redcross.org.uk