A Powys farmer organised a concert for the Wales Air Ambulance after the service saved his life.

Henry Hughes and his family organised a Welsh concert to show their appreciation to the all-Wales charity after he was airlifted to hospital by an air ambulance following a cardiac arrest in May 2023.

The farmer from Llangadfan, near Llanfair Caereinion, said: "I wouldn’t be alive today without the intervention of the Wales Air Ambulance crew.”

The successful concert saw more than 100 people supporting the event, with Glyn Owens compeering the concert and singing from Cor Llangwm.

Donations were also given to the cause from people who couldn’t attend on the evening.

As a pan-Wales service, the dedicated air ambulance crews, regardless of where they are based, will travel the length and breadth of the country to deliver emergency lifesaving care.

Henry’s wife, Meinir said: “Henry is fine now and has had excellent medical care throughout the year. He has been extremely lucky and we are very grateful to the Wales Air Ambulance.

“The Welsh concert was well attended and we raised an excellent amount for a very small community. Thank you to everyone who donated.”

Along with his wife, a delighted Henry visited the Charity, where he presented its Regional Fundraising Manager, Deb Sima, and the medics with the cheque of £2,330.

Deb Sima, Wales Air Ambulance Regional Fundraising Manager said: “It is always heartwarming and inspiring to hear that a past patient has wanted to help the service which saved their life by fundraising.

"Henry knows firsthand how important our all-Wales Charity is and he is extremely grateful.

“Thank you to Henry and his family for supporting our cause. You’ve raised an incredible £2,330 for the Wales Air Ambulance.

"These funds will help us to continue to be there for the people of Wales, like the air ambulance medics were there for Henry when he needed us most.

"We really appreciate your support and it was lovely to meet you both during the cheque presentation.”