Exeter Bird Rescue is not yet a formal organisation, but we are working hard to change that. Our goal is to establish a dedicated wild bird rescue and rehabilitation centre — something that is urgently needed, as no such facility currently exists in this area.
At present, Janet, Jenny, and a team of committed volunteers are doing incredible work with very limited resources. Together, they maintain two small facilities: one in central Exeter and another just outside the city, providing vital care for rescued and injured wild birds.
We are always in need of volunteers, donations, and practical support to help us create a fully funded, well-organised rescue centre for local wildlife. Every little bit helps — and we’d love to have you involved. birds@parkcottage.com
If you've found an abandoned young bird then please observe it for two to three hours to see if the parents return to take care of it, it is very common for this to happen. If the bird is in an unsafe location such as in the road then please move to somewhere close but near by. If the parents do not return after two/three hours then please contact us for further advice. If the bird is obviously injured then please bring it into us and make a careful note of the location - re-wilding birds is often more successful if returned to the same location after rehabilitation.
Please Help
We need more space for housing birds during rehabilation. If you know of anyone with any spare land or even a large garden in which we can put a shed or aviaries then please contact us in birds@parkcottage.com