Sooty the Sweep! Young owl rescued from chimney

Sooty's now sitting cosy in the intensive care unit for some much need rest! Credit: Avon Owls

An owl has had a lucky escape after being found inside a chimney.

The avian chimney sweep - who is a young Tawny Owl, has been named Sooty by the children of his rescuer.

He was given a good clean but seems unharmed. Credit: Avon Owls

Luckily, the stint up the chimney doesn't seem to have done him any harm - it's hoped he can be released in the next few days.

Sooty is recovering but should soon be released. Credit: Avon Owls