Archives: Team Members

Jane Horrod

Introducing Jane Horrod, one of our friendly North Yorkshire Community Fundraisers at Yorkshire Air Ambulance. With a wealth of experience as a journalist and in the public relations industry, Jane joined our charity in September 2022, bringing her expertise and boundless enthusiasm to the team. Day in and day out, you can find Jane immersed in a whirlwind of fundraising activities, from organising and attending events to hosting talks, working alongside our incredible volunteers, arranging bucket collections, and ensuring our collection tins from local businesses are well taken care of.

When asked why she is passionate about her role, Jane said, “What I adore about our role is that no two days are ever the same, and that’s what keeps me motivated. The most inspiring moments come when I have the privilege of meeting the very people we have airlifted and hearing their personal stories. It’s a constant reminder of why we do what we do.”

Beyond her dedication to fundraising, Jane enjoys spending time with her four children and seven granddaughters. Outside of her cherished family time, Jane is also a passionate cook and gardener.

An interesting fact about Jane is that she has previously spent 13 years living in Southwest France, where she embarked on incredible journeys throughout Europe in a camper van.

Adele Garland

Introducing Adele Garland, our vibrant and talented Social Media Executive. With her infectious energy and creative flair, Adele takes the reins of our online platforms, weaving her magic to engage and captivate audiences. From our crew of pilots and paramedics to our fundraising teams and head office staff, she effortlessly brings everyone together to create captivating content that spreads joy and raises awareness of our vital missions.

Adele’s professional journey began in the field of Marketing, but she embarked on an exciting detour, completing a PGCE and venturing into primary school teaching. However, her passion for marketing drew her back to the field when she joined our YAA marketing team in June 2022.

Beyond her digital endeavours, Adele cherishes the time spent with her teenage daughters. They often enjoy leisurely walks together, seizing the opportunity to take photographs of their beautiful surroundings.

An interesting fact about Adele is that her heart is captivated by Italy. She dreams of one day having her own little stone cottage in the charming region of Tuscany. Adele is currently dedicating herself to learning the Italian language, eagerly anticipating the day when she can fully immerse herself in the warm embrace of Italia.

Holly Whitehouse

Holly is our South Regional Fundraiser, having been promoted from the role of South Community Fundraiser in February 2024.

Before joining the Charity in 2021, Holly worked for a small charity in South Yorkshire.

Holly said ‘I love working in fundraising, I love the variety that comes with the role. I am sure most Fundraisers would agree that no day is the same. It is wonderful to see how generous people can be with their time and their money, to help support the work the Charity does. I have always been a fan of Helicopter ER, so when I saw the role at YAA advertised I knew I had to apply for it!’

Interesting fact: Holly has climbed Ben Nevis, Snowdon, and Scafell Pike. She has lots more she would like to add to that list.

Lindsey Newey

Lindsey lives in Sheffield and joined Yorkshire Air Ambulance in 2022. Studying to become a Paramedic at Coventry University before going on to work in Bristol, for South Western Ambulance Service, Becky then moved to Yorkshire Ambulance Service before joining YAA.

“I’m very excited about joining Yorkshire Air Ambulance. It has been a long term goal of mine to work in HEMS and I’m excited to get started and stuck in”, said Lindsey.

Interesting fact: In her spare time Lindsey plays Rugby Union.

Becky Knight

Becky is from Wakefield and joined Yorkshire Air Ambulance in 2022. She previously worked a dual role as an ambulance paramedic and lecturer practitioner in Human and Health Sciences at the University of Huddersfield.

Becky said: “I have always been interested in helicopters and critical care. I wanted to become a HEMS paramedic to challenge myself, help others and learn from the team’s experience and expertise.”

Interesting fact: Becky has a spaniel called Pete.

Tammy Williams

Tammy joined Yorkshire Air Ambulance in 2022. After completing a three-year BSC Paramedic Science degree in London and qualifying in 2016,  Tammy initially worked out of Deptford, before coming back up to Yorkshire where she was based at Wakefield before joining YAA.

Comparing London to Yorkshire, Tammy said: “Working on the land ambulance you have a lot more trauma such as RTCs and stabbings in London and the trauma is quite invasive. It’s a lot more rural up here. Being exposed to that level of trauma made me want to be a HEMS Paramedic and expand my knowledge.”

Interesting fact: Tammy used to do boxing as a hobby before becoming a Paramedic.

Fiona Blaylock

Fiona is from Harrogate and joined Yorkshire Air Ambulance in 2022. She previously worked as a Combat Medical Technician in the army and in a prison healthcare department before becoming a Paramedic in 2013.

“When you’re on the road as a Paramedic with a patient and you see the air ambulance arrive, you know the patient will get extra care and sometimes get to the hospital quicker that could potentially save their life”, said Fiona.

Andy Watson

Andy lives in Leeds and has been a Paramedic for four years and progressed to Team Leader, before joining Yorkshire Air Ambulance in 2022. Prior to working as a Paramedic, Andy was a personal trainer, a bodyguard, and was in the military.

When asked why he wanted to work as a HEMS Paramedic, Andy said: “HEMS is the best job within the ambulance service and it’s a job most paramedics aspire to.”

Interesting fact: In his spare time Andy enjoys scuba diving

Sam Berridge

Sam lives in Bridlington and joined Yorkshire Air Ambulance in 2022. He began his career working in the Coast Guard Search and Rescue Team for nine years and joined the ambulance service in 2016. He worked his way up to Team Leader before joining the Charity.

“I wanted to work for Yorkshire Air Ambulance because it’s the best air ambulance in the country and brings the very best care to critically ill patients and working in the fantastic small Critical Care Team will allow me to do this”, said Sam.

Interesting fact: Sam is still on the coast guard team and he used to be a fire arms instructor

Terri-ann Lonie

Terri-ann became a Paramedic in 2017, initially based out of Keighley, then Pateley Bridge, and finally Harrogate. She then completed a secondment at HART, Yorkshire’s Hazardous Area Response Team, before joining Yorkshire Air Ambulance in 2022.

When asked why she wanted to join YAA, Terri-ann said: “I wanted to work with the most amazing clinicians, Paramedics, and Pilots. The pre-hospital care they give and the speed that they can fly a patient to the hospital is incredible.”

Interesting fact: Terri-ann once got ‘The Most Improved’ on a surf camp in Australia.