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Richard Hammond to 'find a way' to share mansion with bats after renovation plans paused
Saturday, September 5, 2026
Television presenter Richard Hammond paused renovation plans for his Georgian mansion after rare bats were discovered on the property. The bats delayed his intended construction of a padel court and luxury car garage. Hammond stated he would find a way to share the mansion with the bats while proceeding with his plans.
Original reporting: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cj4j5zn5n75o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss