This report documents a trademark dispute and related misconduct surrounding the name "Caerphilly Bird Rescue", focusing on events in late 2025 and early 2026.

It covers:

• Unauthorized appropriation of a long-standing rescue name
• Public conduct of the new operator
• Instances of misrepresentation of legal authority
• The ensuing reputational conflict

The findings draw on public records, social media posts, and statements by involved parties. All information is presented in a matter-of-fact manner with supporting evidence, given the significant public interest in transparency and animal welfare governance.

Caerphilly Bird Rescue was an established local wildlife rescue in Caerphilly (South Wales) with a history spanning over 33 years. It was co-founded by Carol Gravenor and her late husband Ray Gravenor, known as "The Bird Man".

In 2023, it was effectively shut down after Carol Gravenor (67) admitted to animal welfare offences. In January 2024, a court imposed a lifetime ban on her keeping animals.

In late 2025, a newly formed venture began using the name: "The New Caerphilly Bird & Small Animal Rescue Sanctuary"

Led by: Ms. Jayne Price (also known as Carrie-Anne Ridsdale)

Operator of: Jayne's Baby Bank (a Community Interest Company focused on charitable baby supplies)

Facebook Page: facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587140308856

• 24 January 2026: Stolen third-party fox image used with fabricated rescue narrative
• 30 January 2026: JustGiving crowdfunding appeal launched claiming rescue operations "since 2016" (unverified)
• False legal claims: Misrepresentation of trademark rights as criminal law enforcement
• Brand hijacking: Unauthorized use of 33-year-old rescue name
• Pattern of misconduct: Prior false claims about operating rescue organizations

• ✗ Register the venture as a charity or nonprofit entity
• ✗ Create a registered Community Interest Company or company for rescue operations
• ✗ Authorize any animal rescue activities or confer animal welfare licenses/permits
• ✗ Demonstrate compliance with safeguarding, governance, or veterinary standards
• ✗ Create a criminal offence if others use a similar name (civil matter only)

"It is Trademarked and breach of Trademarked law is a criminal offence not civil."

This statement is legally incorrect.

• In UK law, trademark infringement is typically a civil issue
• A pending application grants NO rights at all
• Criminal sanctions apply only in extreme cases (e.g., counterfeit goods)
• Not applicable to simple use of similar name in non-commercial context

Analysis: Portraying a mere application as an "enforceable" trademark with criminal penalties is a misleading and false assertion aimed at intimidating others or silencing dissent.

The fox photograph was NOT taken at any property of Jayne's Baby Bank. It was:

• Lifted from a private individual's TikTok video without permission
• Actually photographed inside the home of David Lovett
• Misappropriated to create a false rescue narrative

After exposure, Jayne's Baby Bank claimed critics were accusing it of "selling animals" and "selling a fox".

No such allegation had been made.

This false narrative was introduced to:

• Divert attention from the real issue (stolen image misuse)
• Paint the operator as a victim of ridiculous rumors
• Sidestep legitimate criticism about honesty

"I'm raising £1,000 to We are The New Caerphilly Bird and Small Animal Rescue Sanctuary based in Caerphilly - we have been rescuing animals since 2016. We would appreciate your support towards animal food, bedding and vet bills."

• Timeline Inconsistency: The venture only began using the "New Caerphilly" name in late 2025
• Prior False Claims: Previously claimed to have run "The Forever Home Rescue and Sanctuary" (2017-2020) — CIC register search found no such entity existed
• No Registered Entity: No charity, CIC, or company registration exists for rescue operations "since 2016"
• Active Fundraising: Soliciting donations despite no evidence of:
  • Physical rescue premises
  • Animals in care
  • Veterinary arrangements
  • Welfare licensing
  • Transparent financial controls

This fundraising appeal demonstrates a continuation of the documented pattern:

Before donating to this appeal, potential supporters should ask:

• What registered entity has been "rescuing animals since 2016"? (Name and registration number)
• Where is the physical rescue location?
• How many animals are currently in care?
• What veterinary practice provides care?
• What animal welfare licenses are held?
• Can financial accounts/transparency reports be provided?
• Why does the claim of "since 2016" conflict with late 2025 emergence of this venture?

On 25 January 2026, the original co-founder and operator, Carol Gravenor, issued a public statement refuting Jayne's Baby Bank's claims.

"Caerphilly Bird Rescue was founded 33 years ago by [Carol] and her late husband, Ray Gravenor."

Explicitly characterized as Ray's legacy, built over decades.

"The rescue has not been sold, transferred, or taken over by Jayne Price or Jayne's Baby Bank."

No permission or agreement was given for anyone to assume the name or operations.

"A scaled-down continuation of the rescue is still being run by a family member."

The family has not entirely disbanded the rescue effort, underscoring that the original rescue line is not defunct.

"Jayne Price has nothing to do with Caerphilly Bird Rescue."

Unequivocal statement that the new venture is unconnected, not recognized by original custodians.

"PLEASE BE AWARE THIS WOMAN IS NOTHING TO DO WITH CAERPHILLY BIRD RESCUE."

"CAERPHILLY BIRD RESCUE IS RAY'S LEGACY."

"This woman is unscrupulous and has no rescue, no birds, nothing but sees a way to make money."

Ms. Gravenor characterized the claims as "unscrupulous" and "misleading", describing it as "an attempt to monetise an established name."

All materials were captured contemporaneously, prior to deletion, and preserved for public and regulatory record.

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Original Owner's Image
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Owner Challenge of Misuse
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Before attempting to adopt "Caerphilly Bird Rescue," the operator claimed to have previously operated a rescue organization:

"We ran a small rescue CIC (fundraising from 2017–2020 for pet food, hutches, etc.)"

Identified as: "The Forever Home Rescue and Sanctuary" (originally titled "The Last Stop Rescue")

This establishes a pattern of asserting rescue entities that are not legally registered.

Recurring pattern of misrepresentation of legal authority:

• Police/Court Claims: Repeatedly claims enforcement victories (restraining orders, police interviews) with no evidence
• Intimidation Tactics: Tells potential whistleblowers that regulators will "automatically" reveal complainant identities (false)
• False Authority: Implies regulators have validated complaints against others (unverified)
• Chilling Effect: Creates atmosphere designed to prevent legitimate complaints

Evidence from incorporation records links the Price and Ridsdale identities, despite public denials of any alias, providing documentary confirmation of the connection.

Trademark rights are NOT established until registration. Claims that others using the name "Caerphilly Bird Rescue" are committing a crime are patently false. Misstating trademark law could itself be seen as a misleading business practice.

Public accusations without evidence expose operator to potential defamation claims. Harassing people online can fall foul of:

• Malicious Communications Act 1988
• Protection from Harassment Act 1997

Operating under potentially false pretenses could attract regulatory action. Jayne's Baby Bank is NOT a registered charity — it is a CIC. The "sanctuary" is not a registered entity at all.

Should the venture actually take possession of animals, it would require:

• Compliance with animal welfare legislation
• Potentially licensing as sanctuary/rehomer
• Proper facilities and expertise
• Veterinary arrangements

• Attempt to assume "Caerphilly Bird Rescue" identity via pending trademark without authorization
• Pattern of misleading behaviour (stolen image, false legal claims, intimidation)
• Original founders have disavowed any connection
• Trademark application alone cannot legitimize conduct or erase 33 years of history

High risk of public confusion and harm:

• Donors could be misled into funding unproven venture
• Animals potentially placed in care of group without demonstrated compliance
• Trust in community institutions undermined
• Use of fear tactics to silence concerned citizens

• CIC Regulator should be made aware of findings
• Local Council charity liaison should review compliance
• Animal welfare authorities in Caerphilly should monitor situation
• Trading standards should scrutinize public communications for truth in advertising

• Perform due diligence before donating
• Verify legal registrations (charity/CIC numbers)
• Seek independent references
• Approach new ventures with healthy skepticism

If harassment or intimidation crosses legal lines, investigate whether operator's own actions constitute harassment rather than purported online slander.

The disclosure of this internal report ensures maximum transparency. Issues at hand — animal welfare, public donations, integrity of charitable work — are squarely in the public interest.

By documenting evidence and timeline, this report enables the community and stakeholders to be fully informed.

The legacy of Caerphilly Bird Rescue and the trust of its supporters deserve to be protected from misuse.

• Ask for registered charity number or CIC/company number for the rescue itself
• Ask where donations are held (account name, signatories)
• Ask whether funds are ring-fenced and where documented

• Ask for written intake criteria (species, conditions, capacity)
• Ask which veterinary practice is used
• Ask for quarantine, biosecurity, housing standards in writing

• If name resembles historic rescue, request written statement on connection
• Ask whether connected, successor, or entirely unrelated
• Ask whether animals currently held or transferred under this branding

For public clarity: Operating an animal rescue or sanctuary in England & Wales is NOT achieved by:

• Creating a Facebook page
• Filing a trademark application
• Branding oneself as a "sanctuary"
• Announcing a takeover of a defunct rescue
• Overlaying stolen wildlife images with fundraising slogans

A lawful rescue operation ordinarily requires:

• Legally registered entity (charity, CIC, or company) covering rescue activity
• Land use consent and premises compliance
• Veterinary arrangements and written welfare standards
• Local authority licensing where applicable
• Compliance with Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (England) Regulations 2018
• Safeguarding and governance frameworks
• Lawful fundraising compliance
• Traceable financial controls
• Transparent public disclosures

Footnote included for public awareness and due diligence. No animals were rescued in the making of this Facebook post.