The National Bat Helpline can answer your questions and concerns about bats and give you advice.

0345 1300 228

9:30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday

You can also email enquiries@bats.org.uk


There is also an Out of Hours Helpline which is run by volunteers during the summer and is for emergency calls only.

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