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Older rescue cats for adoption and rehoming in and around Chelmsford

There are 15 older cats looking for a new home in and around Chelmsford right now, listed by Celia Hammond Animal Trust, London Inner City Kitties, Protected Paws Animal Rescue, Animal Rescue and Care (Twickenham), Holbrook Animal Rescue, Hounslow Animal Welfare Society, Last Chance Animal Rescue, National Animal Welfare Trust Hertfordshire and Rescue Remedies. Older cats here are cats whose listed age is 10 years or more.

All 15 are with rescues reachable from Chelmsford, in places such as London, Watford and Edenbridge. Each card shows the town and how far it is.

Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.

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Cecil, domestic cat for adoption in LondonNEW

Cecil

12 years • Male • Domestic cat

low energy
Can live with:Other cats
Celia Hammond Animal Trust

London · 30 miles

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Minnie, domestic cat for adoption in LondonNEW

Minnie

17 years • Female • Domestic cat

low energy
Celia Hammond Animal Trust

London · 30 miles

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Vinnie, domestic cat for adoption in LondonNEW

Vinnie

12 years • Male • Domestic cat

low energyFIV positive
Celia Hammond Animal Trust

London · 30 miles

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Tinker, domestic cat for adoption in London

Tinker

13 years • Male • Domestic cat

low energy
Can live with:Children
Hounslow Animal Welfare Society

In foster near West London · 30 miles

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Greta, domestic cat for adoption in London

Greta

15 years • Female • Domestic cat

low energy
Can live with:Other cats
London Inner City Kitties

In foster near London · 30 miles

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Prince, domestic cat for adoption in London

Prince

15 years • Male • Domestic cat

low energy
London Inner City Kitties

In foster near London · 30 miles

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Norbert, domestic cat for adoption in London

Norbert

12 years • Male • Domestic cat

low energyFIV positive
Protected Paws Animal Rescue

London · 30 miles

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Older cats near Chelmsford right now

15 older cats are listed in or around Chelmsford today, with 9 rescues. 9 are male and 5 female. The newest was added on 6 November 2026.

  • Celia Hammond Animal Trust at London, about 30 miles away: 4 older cats
  • London Inner City Kitties at London, about 30 miles away: 3 older cats
  • Protected Paws Animal Rescue at London, about 30 miles away: 2 older cats
  • Hounslow Animal Welfare Society at West London, about 30 miles away: 1 older cat
  • National Animal Welfare Trust Hertfordshire at Watford, about 38 miles away: 1 older cat
  • Last Chance Animal Rescue at Edenbridge, about 41 miles away: 1 older cat
  • Animal Rescue and Care (Twickenham) at Elmbridge, about 43 miles away: 1 older cat
  • Rescue Remedies at Smallfield, about 47 miles away: 1 older cat
  • and 1 more rescue

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Older cats in Chelmsford: your questions

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How many older cats are available for adoption in Chelmsford?

As of 8 November 2026, 15 older cats are listed for adoption in and around Chelmsford on LocalPetFinder, from Celia Hammond Animal Trust, London Inner City Kitties, Protected Paws Animal Rescue, Animal Rescue and Care (Twickenham), Holbrook Animal Rescue, Hounslow Animal Welfare Society, Last Chance Animal Rescue, National Animal Welfare Trust Hertfordshire and Rescue Remedies. All are with rescues reachable from Chelmsford, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

Which rescues near Chelmsford have older cats right now, and how old are they?

As of 8 November 2026, Celia Hammond Animal Trust (at London, about 30 miles away): 4, London Inner City Kitties (at London, about 30 miles away): 3, Protected Paws Animal Rescue (at London, about 30 miles away): 2, Hounslow Animal Welfare Society (at West London, about 30 miles away): 1, National Animal Welfare Trust Hertfordshire (at Watford, about 38 miles away): 1 and Last Chance Animal Rescue (at Edenbridge, about 41 miles away): 1, and 3 more. The newest was added on 6 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

What age counts as an older cat?

On LocalPetFinder, an older cat is one whose listed age is 10 years or more. Rescues use their own cut-offs: Blue Cross, for example, has a lower fee band for cats aged 8 or over.

How much does it cost to adopt an older cat in Chelmsford?

The older cats listed in and around Chelmsford today are with Celia Hammond Animal Trust at London, about 30 miles away (4), London Inner City Kitties at London, about 30 miles away (3), Protected Paws Animal Rescue at London, about 30 miles away (2) and 6 other rescues; each profile shows that rescue's fee. Each rescue sets its own fee, and some charge less for older cats. Blue Cross fees start from £100 for cats aged 8 or over, against £150 for cats aged 4 months to 7 years. Battersea charges £100 for a cat over six months, and Cats Protection says you can expect to pay £80 to £120 on average for an adult cat and £100 to £120 for a kitten, varying between its branches. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.

Is there an older cat rescue near me in Chelmsford?

As of 8 November 2026, the older cats listed in and around Chelmsford are with Celia Hammond Animal Trust at London, about 30 miles away (4), London Inner City Kitties at London, about 30 miles away (3), Protected Paws Animal Rescue at London, about 30 miles away (2), Hounslow Animal Welfare Society at West London, about 30 miles away (1) and 5 other rescues. The nearest to Chelmsford is Celia Hammond Animal Trust at London, about 30 miles away. You can also see older cats across Essex. To see what is closest to you, search by postcode with the pet finder on our home page. To hear when one is listed, set up an email alert on this page.

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