Over half of historic churches thought to house bats, but it could be many more
19th May 2021
It is thought that at least 60 percent of pre-16th century churches across the country contain bat roosts, but this is an out of date estimate, it could be many more and it’s likely to vary widely across the country
Threats to bats from 'Urban Exploring' trend
7th May 2021
The Bat Conservation Trust is aware that a rising trend known as ‘urban exploring’ in abandoned buildings and underground hideaways is illegally impacting on bats.
Bats and discoveries of new viruses
25th April 2021
The discovery of new viruses is happening at an ever-increasing rate, it is important to know that very few animal viruses cause ill health in humans.
Volunteer Bat Care Helpline Project update
20th April 2021
First results from BCT’s Bat Finder Survey released
1st April 2021
30th March 2021
Earned Recognition Project: Consultation reports and opportunity to register interest in becoming an Earned Recognition Assessor
Increasing reports of concerns around HS2
25th March 2021
We have recently been contacted by many members of the public with concerns relating to the HS2 project.
Bat Conservation Trust joins the Diverse Sustainability Initiative
19th March 2021
Bat Conservation Trust is making a public commitment to improve diversity by making a positive difference to bring about change
We need nature’s recovery in law!
1st March 2021
BCT is joining forces with many other organisations to make our voices heard and we are asking you to please help
