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🦇 From Ranger to ‘Batman’ – Ben Earns His Bat Licence!

06 Jun 2026

We’re thrilled to celebrate a fantastic achievement from one of our Countryside team! Nature Reserve Ranger Ben Morgan-Brown has officially become… a Batman!

Ben Morgan-Brown inspecting Soprano Pipistrelle wing - handled under licence

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🦇 From Ranger to ‘Batman’ – Ben Earns His Bat Licence!

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