WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO
We are a small group of volunteers based in east Dorset, who are able to provide a rescue service for the public when they find bats in trouble within this region of the county.
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We receive no official funding and rely totally on public donations for veterinary costs; transport; live food for the bats; housing; heat mats; incubators; large flights etc. during these difficult times.
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When bats come in to us their injuries are assessed and appropriate treatment given. Once on the way to recovery we are able to use our outdoor flights to ensure that they are fit and flying strongly enough to be released back into the wild. This process can take many weeks and man hours to complete. We then return them to their local colony and areas of feeding.
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We are extremely grateful to our local specialist vet team who offer advice, care plans and treatment for the survival and recovery of our most injured bats.
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COVID-19 UPDATE (LAST UPDATED APRIL 2022)
Please note, as of March 2020 events and educational talks have been cancelled until further notice. This is in guideline with UK Government and Bat Conservation Trust policies.
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However, there are opportunities available to be involved with our organisation as a volunteer, performing organisational or care duties. Please use the link below if interested in finding out more.
CONTACT US
For urgent enquiries on bats needing rescue found locally in East Dorset, please call EDBRR on 07746 743221; the RSPCA on 0300 1234 999, or the Bat Conservation Trust Helpline on 0345 1300 228
Please do not use email or social media for a bat found, telephone only please
We are unable to give advice on planning applications and developments
07746 743221