Cat Rescue & Adoption Centres: Norfolk
Cat and kitten rehoming centres covering Norfolk. Adopt a cat from your local rescue shelter.
Organisations are listed alphabetically. Please browse the page to locate rescues nearest you.
Blue Cross - Suffolk Rehoming Centre
Category ID:388
Registered Charity no. 224392
Covering Suffolk, Essex, parts of Cambridge, and parts of Norfolk. The new Blue Cross rehoming centre on Bourne Hill has allowed the Suffolk centre to double the number of animals they can help and rehome. They offer a matching service to ensure the right pet goes to the right home.
Bourne Hill, Wherstead, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8NQ (Open 2-4pm daily. Weds by appointment only)
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Bon's Test Shelter
Category ID:1386
Registered Charity no. 1234567
great-yarmouth
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Bon's place, Great Yarmouth
Brambles Animal Sanctuary
Category ID:669
downham-market
Covering Downham Market. A small, self funded, animal sanctuary based in Denver. Helping unwanted and stray animals find new, loving homes.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Bury’s Stray Cat Fund
Category ID:690
Registered Charity no. 279321
thetford
Based in Bury St. Edmunds, rehoming within a 15 mile radius. An independent cat sanctuary that cares for hundreds of cats each year, and always has cats looking for new, loving homes. Each cat is neutered, vaccinated and microchipped before being re-homed. The rescue also helps to control the feral population and reduce suffering through neutering programmes.
Friars Orchard, The Street, Little Welnetham, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP30 0UH.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Help! Foster Carers Needed: Bury's Stray Cat Fund runs a foster scheme for some of their OAP cats - they provide the food and cover vet bills, you just provide the fireside, armchair and TLC (within 20 mile radius of Bury St. Edmunds).
Help Needed: Part time volunteers and fund-raisers are always needed. Aluminium cans, used stamps, margarine tubs, plastic trays, blankets, bric-a-brac and your old woollies always gratefully received.
C.A.T.S. - Catch and Treat Strays
Category ID:708
Registered Charity no. 1153666
fakenham
Based in Fakenham, finding homes for unowned cats and kittens in Norfolk. C.A.T.S. catch, neuter and arrange necessary veterinary treatment for stray and feral cats before finding them suitable homes / placements. All cats aged 4 months and older are neutered before homing.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Cat Sanctuary Norfolk
Category ID:832
thetford
Based in King’s Lynn, covering the Norfolk area. A small rescue, experienced in hand rearing abandoned kittens, rehoming cats and carrying out feral trap neuter and re-release. All cats and kittens will be microchipped, receive at least their first vaccination and be treated for fleas and worms. They will also be neutered (those that are too young will be rehomed with a neutering voucher).
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Cat Welfare Wisbech
Category ID:860
Registered Charity no. 1097808
Based in Wisbech. Covering Wisbech and surrounding villages. The charity takes in stray, abandoned and unwanted cats and kittens, rehoming them to loving new homes. All cats over six months of age are neutered. They also offer help with trapping and neutering feral cats. Fundraising events are held throughout the year to raise funds for the upkeep of the cats and veterinary costs.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: A reduced price neutering scheme is available at participating vets in the Wisbech area.
Help! Cat Sponsors Needed: Contact the shelter if you would like to sponsor a cat in their care.
CatPals+
Category ID:1450
norwich
Fostering, adoption, rescue, registered scan angels. Every cat has been health-checked, and is ready to find their forever family.
Adopt a Cat Cats for homing at this shelter
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Cats Protection - Anglia Coastal
Category ID:264
Registered Charity no. 203644
great-yarmouth
Based in Lowestoft, covering postcodes NR30-NR35. Helping stray and unwanted cats and kittens in Great Yarmouth, Gorleston, Lowestoft, Beccles, Bungay and surrounding areas to find new, loving homes. All cats are health checked, vaccinated, microchipped, neutered where old enough, and have received flea and worm treatments.
Extra Info
Neutering Assistance: Find out if you are eligible here: Financial Assistance with the Cost of Neutering
Lost & Found Register: There is a Lost & Found cats section on their website, linked above.
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12
Cats Protection - Breckland
Category ID:282
Registered Charity no. 203644
thetford
Covering postcode areas, IP24, IP26, IP27 & IP28, which includes Thetford, Brandon, Mildenhall, Hockwold, Feltwell etc. Breckland Branch has been helping rescue and rehome cats since October 2002 through their small but dedicated band of fosterers.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Find out if you are eligible here: Financial Assistance with the Cost of Neutering
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12
Cats Protection - East Norfolk Cat Centre
Category ID:345
Registered Charity no. 203644
dereham
The adoption centre cares for rescued and unwanted cats and kittens; ensuring that they are vet checked, neutered (where old enough), microchipped and vaccinated, before finding them loving homes.
Hoe Road, Longham, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 2RP. (Please call in the first instance between 8am-5pm daily).
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Find out if you are eligible here: Financial Assistance with the Cost of Neutering
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12
Cats Protection - Ely & District
Category ID:362
Registered Charity no. 203644
swaffham
Based in Ely. The branch regularly has around 30 to 40 cats and kittens seeking a new home, which are cared for by six fosterers. If you are able to offer a kind, loving and permanent home to one (or more!) of their cats, drop them an email or give them a call.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Find out if you are eligible here: Financial Assistance with the Cost of Neutering
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12
Cats Protection - North Walsham & District
Category ID:468
Registered Charity no. 203644
north-walsham
Based in North Walsham. The branch rescue and rehome many, many cats over the course of a year. They always have cats looking for new homes. Their website gives lots of helpful advice on cat care, and common feline health concerns. See the Cats Protection - North Walsham & District website to find out about current fundraising events.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Find out if you are eligible here: Financial Assistance with the Cost of Neutering
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12
Cats Protection - Norwich & District
Category ID:471
Registered Charity no. 203644
norwich
Based in Norwich. Rescuing stray and unwanted cats and kittens - rehabilitating and re-homing them where possible in the Norwich area. Home checks will take place prior to adoption. All cats are microchipped, vaccinated, wormed and up to date with flea treatment; they also come with one month’s free insurance.
PO Box 3420, Norwich, Norfolk, NR7 7LD
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Find out if you are eligible here: Financial Assistance with the Cost of Neutering
Lost & Found Register: A lost and found service is also provided at the Norwich & District branch.
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12
Cats Protection - West Norfolk Cat Centre
Category ID:347
Registered Charity no. 203644
swaffham
Covering Norfolk, Cambridgeshire, South Lincs & Suffolk. All cats & kittens are homed neutered, microchipped, have had at least their first vaccination, are treated for fleas & worms and come with 4 weeks free pet insurance. If you are looking to adopt a new feline companion, you will be spoilt for choice! If you are thinking of rehoming your cat, tailored support is available.
Wards Chase, Stowbridge, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE34 3NN. Open 11am - 2pm daily, closed Tuesday.
Adopt a Cat Cats for homing at this shelter
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Find out if you are eligible here: Financial Assistance with the Cost of Neutering
Appointments preferred. Calls and emails picked up between 9am & 4pm, everyday except Tuesday.
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12
Douglas Sanctuary for Cats (The)
Category ID:1356
norwich
Based in Kings Lynn. A small sanctuary for garden colony and stray cats in north Norfolk. All cats ready for re-homing are neutered, micro-chipped and up to date with vaccinations and flea and worm treatments. They have also been tested for FIV / FeLV. Please Note: The Douglas Sanctuary are unable to take-in unwanted pet cats. Please only contact them if you would like to adopt.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Help! Cat Fosterers Needed: If you have a spare room / secure area of your house and can help cats learn to trust human interaction, please contact the sanctuary about fostering.
East Coast Pet Rescue
Category ID:1372
great-yarmouth
Based in Great Yarmouth. A small rescue who's primary aim is to rescue and rehabilitate animals in need throughout Great Yarmouth and the surrounding area. They can offer help and advice for those experiencing difficulties looking after their pets, and will assist with rehoming. Animals are cared for in a home environment until they find their forever homes. All cats over 4 months old will he neutered before rehoming.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Faith Animal Rescue
Category ID:1365
north-walsham
Based at Hickling near Norwich. F.A.I.T.H. is a progressive animal rescue centre, where animal welfare comes first. All dogs and cats are wormed, vaccinated, micro chipped and most leave with four weeks free pet insurance. They have a full neutering policy and home checks are also carried out.
F.A.I.T.H. Animal Rescue, Stubb Road, Hickling, nr Norwich, NR12 0BW. Open by Appointment Only.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Feline Care Cat Rescue
Category ID:1361
Registered Charity no. 1144830
attleborough
Covering Norfolk and North Suffolk. A purpose built Cat Rescue Centre set in three acres of rural tranquility, offering cats a loving home whilst finding them new forever homes. Feline Care Cat Rescue also carries out therapeutic work with feral and nervous cats. Every cat taken in at the shelter is neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Home checks apply.
Feline Care Cat Rescue, Roudham Road, East Harling, Norwich, Norfolk, NR16 2QN
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Hallswood Animal Sanctuary
Category ID:1276
norwich
Based near Norwich. Although predominantly a wildlife rescue, Hallswood Animal Sanctuary helps many cats and kittens find loving homes every year. Those that can't be rehomed can remain at the sanctuary. Cats and kittens will be neutered before the adoption, or must remain inside until old enough for neutering.
Hallswood Animal Sanctuary, Shortthorn Rd, Stratton Strawless, Norwich, NR10 5NU.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Help! Volunteers and Cat Fosters Needed: If you'd like to help Hallswood Animal Sanctuary with their work, contact them using the details below.
Help! Items Needed: Donations of cat and dog biscuits, tinned cat-food, hay, rabbit food, wood shavings, newspapers, towels and blankets are always welcome.
Millies Wishes
Category ID:1114
great-yarmouth
Based in Great Yarmouth, covering postcodes NR30, NR31, NR32 & NR33. A small independent rescue, taking in cats in need and finding them suitable forever homes. All cats are vet checked, vaccinated, microchipped, treated for fleas and worms and neutered if old enough (or recalled for neutering when old enough). Subject to home visit and adoption fee.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Help! Saleable Items Needed: Good quality, preloved items are always welcome to help cover veterinary costs.
Newmarket Cats
Category ID:1083
Registered Charity no. 1089460
Based in Newmarket. Caring for more mature cats in their own environment. Adult cats available for rehoming.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
North Norfolk Cats Lifeline Trust
Category ID:1074
Registered Charity no. 1181019
sheringham
Based in Antingham, near North Walsham. Welcoming stray and abandoned cats who will be adopted into loving homes. All will be neutered, microchipped, wormed, de-flead and inoculated against cat flu and enteritis before adoption. Those not suited to rehoming can stay at the sanctuary for the remainder of their lives.
Antingham Village Hall, Cromer Road, Antingham, North Walsham, NR28 0NL. Visits to the sanctuary are by appointment only.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Help! Volunteers Needed: If you have some time available to help in the catteries both mornings and / or afternoons, please contact North Norfolk Cats Lifeline Trust using the details above.
People For Animal Care Trust (PACT)
Category ID:1064
Registered Charity no. 1154444
wymondham
Covering Norfolk and North Suffolk. The sanctuary rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes all kinds of animals including wildlife. Good homes are especially needed for elderly animals. The sanctuary specialises in helping abused animals return to health and enabling them to find loving homes.
River Farm, Woodrising, Near Hingam, Norfolk, NR9 4PJ. (Open by appointment only)
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
RSPCA - Block Fen Animal Centre
Category ID:583
Registered Charity no. 219099
Based in March in Cambridgeshire. All cats are neutered, fully vaccinated and microchipped before rehoming. If you would like to help Block Fen Animal Centre, or would like to adopt a rescue cat, please contact them using the details below. Home visits and adoption fees apply.
Block Fen Drove, Wimblington, March. PE15 0FB.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice
RSPCA - East Norfolk
Category ID:633
Registered Charity no. 206296
great-yarmouth
Covering Great Yarmouth, Gorelston and north towards Cromer. Carrying out rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of animals in need. All animals are health checked, neutered, microchipped, vaccinated and given flea and worm treatments before being rehomed. Animals too young to be neutered are rehomed with a neutering voucher, to be done when old enough. Home checks are carried out by the branch, and they do not rehome to busy main roads.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Neutering vouchers available to those on means tested benefits: Tel: 01493 858936
Animal Welfare Clinic: For the treatment of pets owned by those in receipt of a means tested benefit: RSPCA Great Yarmouth Clinic, Tarworks Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 1QR - Tel: 01493 858936. This clinic is open on Tues and Thurs 9:00am-4:00pm by Appointment only. Fri 3:00pm-4:00pm for flea/wormer and neutering vouchers only.
Please Note: Viewing is by appointment only as all cats and dogs are housed / fostered elsewhere.
Clinic Tel: 01493 858936
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice
RSPCA - Mid Norfolk & North Suffolk
Category ID:701
Registered Charity no. 206629
norwich
Covering Norwich, Attleborough, Mundford, Fakenham and Sheringham. All cats at the branch are vet checked, microchipped, neutered, fully vaccinated, treated for fleas and worms before rehoming. They also have 4 weeks free insurance.
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Calls to the branch are taken Monday to Friday 10am - 4pm
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice
RSPCA - West Norfolk Rehoming Centre
Category ID:778
Registered Charity no. 206572
kings-lynn
Based on the outskirts of Kings Lynn. The West Norfolk RSPCA Rehoming Centre is an independent branch of the RSPCA, rehoming dogs, cats and other small animals. The branch has been operating for over 30 years and views itself as a stepping stone to any animal's forever home.
Eau Brink Bank, Tilney All Saints, King’s Lynn, Norfolk, PE34 4SQ. (Monday to Saturday from 11am to 3pm, closed Wednesday)
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice
Venture Farm Cat Rescue
Category ID:895
Registered Charity no. 1015098
dereham
Based in Mattishall. The trust rescues, cares for, neuters and rehomes many cats. They are always looking for loving new homes for their rescued felines, including some FIV positive cats needing indoor homes.
Thuxton Road, Mattishall, Norfolk, NR20 3LB (Open by appointment only)
Extra Info
Adopt a Cat: Contact as above to ask about cats needing homes.
Microchipping: Low-cost microchipping service available. Contact the rescue for an appointment.
Help! Volunteers Needed: Venture Farm are very happy to hear from anyone wishing to volunteer their help. There is always plenty to do!
Help! Quality Goods Needed: The trust is always grateful for donations of goods suitable for resale, and will be pleased to receive them at their support shop, or Rehoming Centre.
Support Shop: Norwich Street, Dereham (Open Monday - Saturday 9.30am and 4.30pm).
