Avian Influenza notice – updated 22/06/2023

Due to the ongoing avian influenza epidemic we currently have very limited ability to deal with gulls, as well as other seabirds and waterfowl. Enquiries regarding a sick or injured gull chick, our wildlife care department may be able to offer assistance. We are however at this time unable to assist with healthy gull chicks that are simply in the wrong place. This is a very difficult situation for us. but we have to consider the consequences that an infected bird would have for all other animals on site.  Like everyone else we hope this situation changes soon. Your understanding is much appreciated.

Rescue, rehabilitate, release

We are here 8am to 8pm, 365 days a year to rescue sick, injured or orphaned wildlife across the South-West of England. If you find an animal in need of urgent attention outside these hours please contact your nearest veterinary surgeon. We rely entirely on the generosity of our supporters and receive no government funding; please consider making a donation to help save British wildlife.

Found an injured animal?

Please call our advice line on 01278 783250 if you have any concerns regarding injured wildlife before intervening. For more information, click below to read our ‘Wildlife Saver’ guide

What We Do

Secret World Wildlife Rescue (SWWR) exists to relieve the suffering of British wildlife and to encourage respect and tolerance for wildlife. We do this by providing a rescue, rehabilitation and release service for injured, sick and orphaned wildlife; inspiring learning and sharing information about British wildlife and delivering professional training.

Adopt an Animal

Our adoptions make great presents all year round especially for those who are difficult to buy for. By adopting a wild species, either for yourself or as a gift for someone else, you will be helping to ensure injured, sick and orphaned wildlife will be cared for and treated and given the best chance of being released back into the wild.

EDUCATING THE NEXT GENERATION OF WILDLIFE SAVERS

We offer an extensive education programme and create resources for all levels, from schoolchildren to vets. Our aim is to inspire in people a love of wildlife and encourage them to protect it.

SUPPORT WILDLIFE

Your donations and support help give sick, injured, and orphaned wildlife a second chance at life in the wild. Whether it’s a gift in your will, a donation of dog food, or a one-off cash donations, there are lots of ways to help. Click here to find out more.

EVENTS

Whether it’s an activity day on site, a wildlife talk, or a virtual fundraiser, there are lots of ways to get involved and find out more about our work. Click here to see all of our upcoming events and learning sessions.

VOLUNTEER

Our work would not be possible without our amazing network of volunteers. We offer opportunities for all abilities, including animal care, maintenance and rescue drivers. Click here to see the many ways you can be part of our work.

THE LATEST NEWS

November update: Prickly November

Prickly November It’s that time of year that animal lovers worry about their hedgehogs. Females who have had a late birth of hoglets will sometimes desert them as there is little time for them to get up to hibernation weight of 600gms. It is more important for them to...
SWWR team with lifesize animals

SWWR 2024 Auction and Ball – A night ‘Down Under’

 Our annual Auction and Ball took place on 21st October at the beautiful Webbington Hotel and Spa.  With a theme of ‘Down Under in Australia’, as well as guests in black ties and ball gowns, we welcomed surfer dudes, Miss Australia, and cassowaries through the doors...

October update: Unusual Casualty

  Unusual casualty We do sometimes get call outs to unusual animals, but this was a normal phone call about a badger that was in a shed.  We sent one of our Response Drivers to go and catch it up and bring it back to be assessed. Normally an animal in an unusual...

Intensive Care Kennels Appeal

We need multi-use intensive care kennels for our Badger Room. Can you help?  Aster, one of this year's orphaned badger cubsIt’s been another tough year for wildlife. While the weather has been much better for them, animals are facing more threats than ever...

Auction and Ball – only 5 weeks to go!

Hasn't it come around quickly? There are only five weeks to go till our biggest fundraising event of the year: our Annual Auction and Ball. If you haven't got your tickets yet, there's still time! For those of you who are undecided, we thought we'd offer a sneak...

September update: Famous Little Owls!

You may have heard of the Little Owls rescued from the Glastonbury Festival. The first one was found during the preparation for the event underneath the Pyramid Stage. This was taken to West Hatch RSPCA but was transferred to us at Secret World. Literally when Guns N...

August update: Little owls rescued from festival stage by Secret World Wildlife Rescue

During this year’s Glastonbury Festival, Secret World Wildlife Rescue, a Somerset-based wildlife charity, received a pair of young little owls found in a very unusual place. The first little owl chick was found under the Stage Left steps of the Pyramid Stage during...

Auction and Ball early bird tickets – only 2 weeks left!

Only 2 weeks left to get your early bird tickets for our 2023 Auction and Ball! Receive £5 off per ticket purchased before midnight 7th September.Join us for our biggest fundraising event of the year at The Webbington Hotel and Spa, Loxton, Somerset. Our Auction and...

July update: Time for the cuckoo to go!

It’s been a very busy orphan bird season with many, many garden bird species so it caused a surprise when we had a young cuckoo brought in. I personally haven’t heard the cuckoo sound this year which is sad as it usually heralds the start of the summer. Maybe not so...

Little owls rescued from festival stage by Secret World Wildlife Rescue

During this year’s Glastonbury Festival, Secret World Wildlife Rescue received a pair of young little owls found in a very unusual place. The first little owl chick was found under the Stage Left steps of the Pyramid Stage during Guns N’ Roses’ headline set on...