Wildlife Articles

ood, water, shelter and a few simple garden checks can make autumn safer for hedgehogs. Follow this practical guide as they prepare for winter.

In warm, dry spells, clean water can be the most helpful thing you offer garden wildlife. This guide explains how to set up safe, simple water stations for birds, hedgehogs and insects, where to place them, how to keep them hygienic, and what to avoid — with practical UK-focused tips.

Summer can be a tough season for hedgehogs in UK gardens—dry weather, strimmers, netting and busy roads all add risk. This practical guide covers when feeding helps, what to offer (and what to avoid), how to set up safe water stations, and quick garden checks that make a real difference.