Pencelli’s Hidden Roost — 50 Years of the Vincent Wildlife Trust

In this episode of BatChat, we explore the 50-year history of the Vincent Wildlife Trust (VWT) and its vital role in bat conservation. I speak with CEO Lucy Rogers about her role with VWT, the organisation's founding by the Hon. Vincent Weir and its ongoing efforts to protect our rarest bat populations here in the UK. With Jenny O'Neil and Phil Morgan we discuss the importance of community involvement, collaboration with local bat groups, and the strategic initiatives that VWT is implementing to enhance bat habitats. This conversation reflects on past achievements while addressing current environmental challenges, emphasizing the commitment required to ensure that bat populations thrive for future generations. Impact Report & LHS Conservation Handbook are here Fancy volunteering for VWT? Find out how here Read their latest news Sign up for the VWT Newsletter to receive newsletters with information and updates on the Trust’s work Current projects such as Horseshoe's Heading East & Natur am Byth! Support the show Please leave us a review or star rating if your podcast app allows it because it helps us to reach a wider audience so that we can spread the word about how great bats are. How to write a podcast review (and why you should) . Got a story to share with us? Please get in touch via comms@bats.org.uk Bats are magical but misunderstood. At BCT our vision is a world rich in wildlife where bats and people thrive together. Action to protect & conserve bats is having a positive impact on bat populations in the UK. We would not be able to continue our work to protect bats & their habitats without your contribution so if you can please donate. We need your support now more than ever: Thank you!

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Pencelli’s Hidden Roost — 50 Years of the Vincent Wildlife Trust is an episode from BatChat by Bat Conservation Trust.

This episode is 36:34 long.

This episode was published on Nov 19, 2025.

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