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Wildlife Christmas Shoebox Appeal
Secret World Launches Wildlife Christmas Shoebox Appeal The days are getting shorter, it’s getting colder, and our British wildlife is preparing itself for the winter. Secret World Wildlife Rescue is making an appeal for donations for the animals in the winter months. Ellie Wallace, Learning and Engagement Officer at Secret World, said: “This is … Continued
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Home Educators: Hibernation - fully booked
10:00 am – 12:00 pm November 23
Secret World Wildlife Rescue
Each 2 hour session will give children and their parents the chance to find out more about our native wildlife, play games, make crafts and take part in outdoor activities. £6 per child, £4 for additional siblings. Best suited to children aged 5-11 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult. … Continued
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Wildlife Course 4
10:00 am – 4:30 pm November 25
Secret World Wildlife Rescue
This wildlife course will focus on the eventual release of a wildlife casualty after it has been treated, which is sometimes not considered well enough by wildlife rehabilitators. The course, led by SWWR’s release co-ordinator and rehabilitation section leader (Founder SWWR), looks at pre-release assessment, release criteria and other factors such as seasonality and weather conditions. … Continued
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Secret World Launches Wildlife Christmas Shoebox Appeal
The days are getting shorter, it’s getting colder, and our British wildlife is preparing itself for the winter. Secret World Wildlife Rescue in East Hunstpill, is making an appeal for donations for the animals to see them through the winter months.
Christmas is a time for giving and we don’t want our animals to be forgotten about. It would be wonderful if they were able to enjoy a little treat during the festive season and people can help through our Shoebox Appeal.
We are asking members of the public and schools to get involved and send us shoeboxes filled with goodies that will help us look after the wild animals in our care throughout the winter.
Don’t Forget About Vulnerable Wildlife this Bonfire Night
If you are having a bonfire this weekend, make sure you check for hidden wildlife before you strike a match, says one of the UK’s leading animal rescue charities.
Secret World Wildlife Rescue is urging people to take two minutes out of their day when building a bonfire to think about any wildlife that could be lurking in heaps of wood and debris, particularly if the bonfire has been sitting about for a week or two.
Venue Hire
Nestled in the rural grounds of Secret World Wildlife Rescue, the picturesque Bluebell Barn offers a unique location for a variety of events. Whether you are looking for a meeting or training venue or an idyllic setting for your wedding or family celebration, the Bluebell Barn could offer you the ideal package.
Otters on the Somerset Levels
Watch our video clips of wild otters in their natural habitat across the Somerset levels