London Squirrels

Rescue . Rehabilitation . Care

Our mission is to rescue, protect, and provide lifelong compassionate care to grey squirrels, giving every squirrel a safe, enriched life while promoting understanding and kindness toward a misunderstood species.

London Squirrels is fully licensed by Natural England, a UK public body overseen by DEFRA (the UK government department for environment and rural affairs), to care for grey squirrels (Sciurus carolinensis) at our rescue facility, under the Invasive Alien Species (Enforcement and Permitting) Order 2019.

Licence reference number: 2025-100038-SPM-MMS

Meet the residents...

Pumpkin

Pumpkin was found by the roadside chewing discarded gum, thin and unwell. A kind lady cared for him, treated him for fleas, and brought him to us. Now full of life, Pumpkin loves cuddles, zoomies, and racing around his caregiver like a tree.

When his caregiver comes home, Pumpkin makes happy little “muk muk” sounds and jumps up and down until he’s picked up for cuddles, back scratches, and strokes — he truly has endless love to give.

Luna

Luna was found at the edge of a park begging passers-by for help and was brought to us by a kind member of the public. She’s a champion sleeper — often dozing for up to 22 hours a day, usually on her back with all four paws in the air!

Luna is incredibly loving and needs devoted one-to-one attention. If she sees others getting cuddles, she’ll cry from her drey until it’s her turn — and then happily dive in for affection.

Bam Bam

Bam Bam was rescued as a tiny baby after being found emaciated and covered in fleas at the base of a tree. When he first came to us, it was touch and go, but after weeks of care he slowly began to improve.

Bam Bam has a congenital neurological condition and is full of personality. He gets wonderfully over-excited at feeding time, clapping his little hands to let us know he’s hungry — a true fighter with a huge spirit.

Rosie

Rosie was found in a gutter after being hit by a car, badly injured and in distress. We rushed to her rescue, but sadly we were unable to locate her drey and babies despite our best efforts.

Rosie was left with a mild brain injury that affects her jumping, but she’s now safe and comfortable — a gold-medal sleeper and eater with a lovely gentle nature.

Betty

Betty was found injured after falling from a tree, with both front legs broken. After weeks of treatment and recovery, she healed beautifully — and now, despite arriving as a young adult, she adores belly rubs and loves human affection.

Vinny

Vinny was brought into a kind lady's house by her cat after being attached by a neighbour's dog and losing part of his ear. Thanks to quick help and care, Vinny made a wonderful recovery.

Now Vinny is incredibly affectionate and absolutely adores playtime — always ready for fun and cuddles.

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