Welcome To

Hereford Bat Rescue

Who we are

Hereford Bat Rescue are a small group of dedicated volunteers who operate within Herefordshire rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing bats.

We are all registered with the Bat Conservation Trust who connect finders to their closest ambulance drivers. Our team care passionately about bats and all wildlife, and we always do our best to help bats in need of rescue.

common pipistrelle bat Hereford Bat Rescue
common pipistrelle bat Hereford Bat Rescue

Found a bat?

The BCT helpline will be able to give you details of your nearest registered bat carer, who will be able to organise the collection and care of the bat.

  • Wear gloves

  • Contain the bat with a soft cloth and carefully scoop it up and place it in a shoebox.

  • Put a tea towel or soft cloth in the box for the bat to hide under.

  • Place a plastic milk bottle top with water inside

  • Keep the bat indoors somewhere quiet and dark

  • Call the National Bat Helpline.

  • Do not feed

Contact the Bat Conservation Trust

0345 1300 228

Always follow the advice given by BCT and telephone the helpline if you ever find a grounded bat.

Support Us

Our volunteers often have to cover all costs for bat care themselves.
Find out how you can help support us and the bats in Herefordshire.
common pipistrelle bat Hereford Bat Rescue
common pipistrelle bat Hereford Bat Rescue