Welcome to the website of the Westmorland Red Squirrel Society. We are a group of local volunteers who share an interest in the conservation of our native red squirrels in the South Cumbria area.

We aim to raise awareness about the threats to the red squirrels’ survival and to work with our members, the local community and other groups towards eliminating those threats wherever possible, so ensuring that the sight of our charming red squirrels can be enjoyed by future generations of Cumbrians and visitors alike.

Join us
Find out about becoming a member and other ways you can support us and make a difference.

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Under threat
Red sqirrels are at risk from squirrel pox virus.

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Our area
WRSS is one of several red squirrel groups operating in Cumbria.

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Report your sightings
Whether you are out walking, or if you see red or grey squirrels in your garden, we are very interested to hear about it. We rely on your information to help us monitor our squirrel populations.

You can report your sightings using the online sightings form on our Sightings page, or you can telephone on 01539 822089.

All red sightings reported will be shown on our WRSS 2010 Red Sightings Map opposite, along with the grid reference and date of last sighting for that location. No personal details of those reporting the sightings will be shown.

It is recommended to view the larger map and then return to our site using your browser back button.

We really appreciate your help by reporting your sightings - thank you!

Coming next...

Thursday 9th September 2010 - Come and meet us on our WRSS stand at the Westmorland County Show

Sunday 26th September from 12 noon - Squirrel Fest at Brockhole - a day of family fun! View the Squirrel Fest poster here...

Local businesses
We are very grateful for the support we receive from local businesses through donations and corporate membership.

If your organisation would like to support us in any way, please contact us.

Landowners
If you are a local landowner interested in helping to conserve our red squirrel population, we would like to hear from you.

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Read our latest news and find out more about upcoming events here...