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Welcome to Cats Protection Cherwell

We’re here to support cats and kittens in the Cherwell area, covering postcodes: OX7, OX15, OX16, OX17, OX25, OX26, OX27 and NN13. 

Formed in 2006 and run by a small team of dedicated, cat-loving volunteers, we’re dedicated to improving the lives of cats and kittens in the Cherwell area covering Banbury, Bicester, Brackley, Chipping Norton and surrounding communities. We are supported by local fundraising and donations from generous members of the public locally and from around the World. 

Our team of volunteers aim to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home as many of the lost, unwanted and abandoned cats and kittens in the Cherwell Valley as possible. To accomplish this we undertake vital tasks such as trapping, fostering and socialising cats, as well as arranging for veterinary treatments for animals in our care and conducting home visits for prospective adopters.

We are always working to find loving new homes for local cats in our care.  We also offer support with neutering costs to owners in need, can help with lost and found cats, as well as provide general cat education and awareness within the Cherwell area. 

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Adopt a cat in Cherwell

Could you provide a loving new home for a cat in the Cherwell area of Banbury, Bicester, Brackley, Chipping Norton and surrounding communities?

During the process of adopting a cat from us, we’ll consider everything from your potential pet’s personality and how this fits with your lifestyle, to your home environment – creating the perfect match for both cat and owner and the start of a wonderful feline friendship.  Please note that we try to avoid cats being re-homed close to where they originated, so the potential location - address or area - will be considered as part of the adoption process..

Our adoption fees are £100 for cats and £120 for kittens 6 months old and under. Cats available for adoption from Cats Protection Cherwell Branch are featured below.

To express your interest or request more information about a particular cat, please enquire via email at enquiries@cherwell.cats.org.uk.  Or alternatively, call us on our main number at 01869 908 308.  Please give us as much detail about yourself, your property location, numbers of people and other pets in your household, etc. to help with the homing process.

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Click here to view all cats available for adoption
Bruce
Bruce

Meet Bruce – a handsome gentleman looking for his second chance at love At around 13 years old,...

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Hettie
Hettie

Meet lovely Hettie!This gorgeous girl is now ready to find a home of her very own where she can...

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Pop
Pop

Introducing the cheeky little trio, Snap, Crackle and Pop!These three adorable kittens are on the...

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Snap
Snap

Introducing the cheeky little trio, Snap, Crackle and Pop!These three adorable kittens are on the...

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Crackle
Crackle

Introducing the cheeky little trio, Snap, Crackle and Pop!These three adorable kittens are on the...

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Cleopatra
Cleopatra

Meet Cleopatra – Your New Furry Best Friend! Cleopatra is a gorgeous 6-month-old kitten with a...

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Coco pop
Coco pop

Coco Pop is a tiny little girl with lots of love to give, and she’s looking for a special family...

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Rosie
Rosie

Rosie is a very sweet 6 year old. Initially shy, once she trusts you, she becomes very chatty and...

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Support Cats Protection Cherwell

None of our vital work would be possible without you. There are many ways you can be there for cats and kittens in our Cherwell catchment area.  Even simple donations like unused toys or cats food can help us tremendously!   There are many 'Ways to Give' and it is always much appreciated.  

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Appeals

Appeals
Fundraise for us

Fundraise for us
Challenge events

Challenge events
Membership

Membership
Weekly lottery

Weekly lottery
Gifts In Wills

Gifts In Wills
Other ways to give

Other ways to give

Fundraising events for cats in Cherwell

Want to fundraise for cats in the Cherwell area by taking part in one of our events? From summer fêtes to epic sporting challenges, we’d love to see you at one of our fundraising events soon. You can also check out the national Cats Protection events calendar here.

Sorry, there are currently no events available at the moment.

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Volunteer at Cats Protection Cherwell

Without volunteers, Cats Protection Cherwell simply wouldn't exist. Our amazing, friendly volunteers are a diverse group with a shared love of cats who fit volunteering around their home lives and personal commitments.

We're often looking to welcome new volunteers to join our brilliant team. As well as meeting great people and making an incredible difference to the cats of Banbury, Bicester, Brackley, Chipping Norton and surrounding areas, you'll enjoy practical benefits such as discounted pet insurance.

Online sales volunteer: We looking now for a volunteer to sell items on Vinted or eBay to help raise funds for our Cherwell Branch. These are mainly items of clothing. If you think you could help us, please send us an email at enquiries@cherwell.cats.org.uk 

As a busy team, we are always so grateful to have as much or little time as our volunteers are able to give. 

Branch admin team leader volunteer

Cherwell

Without the passionate and committed teams of volunteers across Cats Protection we wouldn’t be able to help the thousands of cats and kittens each year that rely on us for help. The purpose of this role is to support the organisation with communications and administration at a local level. You’ll play an active part in the branch committee and support the branch with record keeping and planning, thus enabling more cats to be

08 Dec 2026

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Lost and found cats in Cherwell

Have you lost or found a cat in the Cherwell area? We’re here to help you.

To report a lost cat, or if you have found a cat in Banbury, Bicester, Brackley, Chipping Norton or surrounding areas, please email us at enquiries@cherwell.cats.org.ukor lostandfound@cherwell.cats.org.uk. Alternatively, call us at 01869 908 308.

Read our lost, found and feral cats guides

Contact us

We’re here to support with enquiries within the Cherwell area and would love to hear from you.

Cherwell - Contact Details

Specific contact details

Adoptions

Neutering vouchers

For feral and farm cats

To report lost and found cats: