Cornwall Air Ambulance is holding an open event on Sunday, February 18 to offer a behind-the-scenes viewing of the helicopter and life-saving equipment on board.

It’s a chance to see the specialist equipment used by the crew and follow detailed demonstrations.

You can ask the crew questions, see inside the helicopter and learn more about how lives are saved across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

There will be the chance to go on a virtual reality adventure or rescue mission with the 360-degree challenge video and Cornwall Air Ambulance crew flight.

 There will be activities, refreshments and a pop-up charity shop.

If you still have any unwanted Christmas gifts you’re invited to take them along as a donation.

Air operations officer Steve Garvey said: ‘This is the first time we’re giving detailed demonstrations of the equipment on board the helicopter.

‘It’s a great opportunity to meet people curious about what it is we do and how it all works, and for us to touch base with our fantastic supporters.’

The event is at Cornwall Air Ambulance headquarters at Trevithick Downs, Newquay, between 11am and 3pm.