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If you are worried about an injured swan or cygnet, please call us on 01753 859397. Our aim is to return them to the wild as soon as possible.

What We Do:
Swan Lifeline rescues and provides shelter and treatment for sick and injured swans. We educate the public about the incidence and effects of pollution and human activities on swans and other wildfowl on the UK's rivers and waterways. We aim to provide a professionally managed treatment centre to continue in perpetuity, not dependent upon any one person or group for its survival. Our C

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Our centre on Cuckoo Weir Island includes a dedicated treatment centre and intensive care unit with nine heated pens. We can house up to 180 swans and on average, we are called to rescue over 700 swans and admit over 300 for treatment in any given year. We work within a 50-mile radius of our site and can advise a course of action for any enquiries outside of this radius. Our Services:
We work with RSPCA, Thames Valley Police, Metropolitan Police, Network Rail as well as other wildlife organisations whose inspectors will call us to help with swan rescues throughout the South East. Additionally, we have links with The Rangers who work in country parks and call on us for advice and help. Our on-site team are available seven days a week, providing rescues, phone advice, treatment and care to our admitted swans. Our staff members are supported by volunteers and a hands-on management team of Trustees.

17/06/2025

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🤕This week we rescued a greylag goose with a broken wing, found struggling and unable to fly.

❤️After safely containing him, we transported him to The Swan Sanctuary, where he’ll receive the long-term care and rehabilitation he needs.

💫We're grateful to have trusted partners like The Swan Sanctuary to ensure that injured birds get the best possible chance at recovery.

💚Wishing this brave greylag a smooth journey back to strength.

15/06/2025

🐣A recent and a rather unexpected rescue — a mother duck and her ducklings had made their home on a balcony roof!

🦆With care (and a bit of gentle persuasion), we safely gathered the family and released them together to a nearby pond where they’ll have much more space to swim, forage, and grow.

💚We never know where we’ll be needed next, but every rescue reminds us how important it is to protect and support our local wildlife — even in the most unlikely places!

13/06/2025

🦢 We recently had the pleasure of welcoming the 1st Clewer Brownies to Swan Lifeline.

💫It was a joy to share our work with such an enthusiastic and curious group. The Brownies learned about the swans in our care, the importance of wildlife conservation, and how the river plays a vital role in supporting local ecosystems.

❤️Education is a big part of what we do, and it’s always inspiring to see young people engaging with nature and asking thoughtful questions. We hope this visit sparked a lifelong love for wildlife and our beautiful river.

🌈Thank you, 1st Clewer Brownies, for your visit — and for caring about our swans as much as we do!

04/06/2025

🦢We recently rescued this beautiful swan after noticing a lump in its neck. On closer examination, the cause was shocking — a ball bearing lodged under the skin, likely fired from a catapult.

❤️Thankfully, the swan was taken in for treatment, and the ball bearing was safely removed. After some time recovering at our site, it’s now healed and has been successfully returned to its flock where it belongs.

💫It’s heartbreaking to see such cruelty, but we’re so relieved this story has a happy ending. A huge thank you to everyone involved in the rescue and recovery.

01/06/2025

🐣This little cygnet had a rough start — separated from its family in a lock, it was left behind.

❤️Luckily, it was spotted in time and brought safely back to site, where it's now being cared for and monitored closely. It's already showing signs of getting stronger every day, and we’re hopeful for a full recovery.

🦢We’ll be keeping a close eye on this brave little one as it continues to grow. A big thank you to everyone who helped give it a second chance.

30/05/2025

🦆Help us care for ducklings like Olive!

❤️Meet Olive, a tiny duckling who was found alone and calling for her mum in the show home garden at Crest Nicholson Windsor Gate development. Their wonderful team acted quickly, bringing her to us here at Swan Lifeline.

🐣Now safe and warm, Olive has been introduced to three new duckling friends and is thriving in our care. She’ll stay with us until she’s strong enough to return to the wild

💫It’s thanks to kind donations—like the generous £500 from Crest Nicholson - that we’re able to give Olive and so many others the care they need.

💚But we urgently need your support to continue this work through the busy summer months. You can help by:

🌐 Donating via our website
https://swanlifeline.uk/donate

🧾 Supporting our JustGiving page
www.justgiving.com/page/helptheswans

📦 Sending supplies through our Amazon Wishlist
https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/14KN3VSZPSGH3?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwKbHdsBpiRQN-pbPrFiDw6fqWv08_1yJwzC4cpFl76sot4CLze---GyEhqB26IqUQ_aem_AcA1G3wNov3EZ_Rj0l6J6y5uR-VT58je32olIcncJWdVwoq8LoAE_Js7zrqiHerM2fg

🌈Every penny and parcel truly makes a difference for the wildlife we rescue.

🙏 Thank you for helping us give ducklings like Olive a second chance!

21/05/2025

🐣We had a brick-tastic rescue at Legoland this week! A family of ducklings was spotted adventuring a little too boldly — paddling along one of the water rides with their mum. Thankfully, the amazing staff were able to temporarily stop the ride and step in to help.

❤️Sadly, mum flew off before she could be caught, but the team quickly netted the little ones and kept them safe until we arrived to collect them.

💫They’re now in our care, safe and sound, and will stay with us until they are old enough to be released.

18/05/2025

🦢Another railway rescue story — we were called out after reports came in of a swan who had been clipped by a passing train. It’s always a worrying situation, but thankfully, this lucky swan escaped without any broken bones.

🤕He was understandably shaken and sore, so he’s now resting and recovering on site, getting the care he needs and slowly building his strength back up.

❤️We’re keeping everything crossed for a smooth recovery and hope he’ll be ready to return to the wild very soon.

16/05/2025

🦢This young one was found badly tangled in fishing line, with a hook lodged in his mouth.

❤️Thankfully, it was all safely removed — but he was in shock and too weak to return to the water right away. He’s been recovering on site and should be ready to head back home in the next few days.

08/05/2025

🦢It’s been a particularly busy period for our team, with a noticeable rise in swan-related callouts across the region. Many of the birds we’ve attended to have been displaced due to territorial disputes—something that becomes increasingly common during the breeding season.

🏡As swans establish and fiercely defend their nesting territories, younger or less dominant birds are often pushed out, leading them to turn up in unusual or sometimes hazardous locations. Our team has been working hard to safely collect and relocate these swans, ensuring both their welfare and public safety.

❤️We appreciate everyone who’s reported sightings and helped us respond quickly. It’s a reminder of just how dynamic wildlife behaviour can be this time of year!

29/04/2025

🦢We’re incredibly grateful to have been chosen by to receive a £50 donation from their recent Charity Wishing Well fundraiser.

❤️Thanks to the kindness of their clients and visitors, they’ve raised an amazing £500 — and we’re honoured to be one of the charities benefiting from their generosity.

💫Thank you, Dignity, for supporting our work and helping us make a difference

Address

Cuckoo Weir Island, Meadow Lane, Eton
Windsor
SL46SS

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm
Saturday	8am - 5pm
Sunday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+441753859397

Website

https://swanlifeline.uk/

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