Can somebody please help me - there is an animal (sounds like a bird) trapped down my chimney. It is behind the living room gas fire. Who do I call to get it out??

I,M almost sure in the first instance in case like this it,d the RSPCA

thanks - i tried calling the Sheffield branch and they are closed until tomorrow!

Definitely ring the RSPCA. If they can't help directly, they should be able to suggest someone who can. Let us know the outcome.

EDIT: Just saw your last post :( . Is there not a national helpline number?

It's the RSPCA emergency line in the first instance I'm afraid, on 0870 5555 999. Nobody else has the kit and people that they have. You could be on hold and waiting a while though.

EDIT- this is the national emergency line- they're not connected to the local Sheffield branch, who are basically the rehoming arm only.

thanks - i am on hold now! I will let you know the outcome

Not sure if alan could help but worth a try

South Yorkshire Pet Ambulance,
1 Barber Wood Road,
Rotherhan,
S61 2DQ

0705 010 4750

all sorted - the RSPCA have the bird. Thanks for your help.

all sorted - the RSPCA have the bird. Thanks for your help.
Excellent! I hope the little thing's alright. Thanks for letting us know :) .

What sort of bird was it, by the way?