Author: Paul Cole

These hedgehogs are a little special, they are the first to be released as part of a formal tagging and tracking programme that is being actively monitored, and we need the help of Glatton residents. Our four new arrivals all Read more…

We’re excited to share that four tagged hedgehogs will be arriving in Glatton this Sunday at 11am as part of a new pilot release with the Hedgehog Hospital. These little wanderers will each have a small cluster of numbered tags Read more…

With temperatures remaining high, our local wildlife is under real pressure. Hedgehogs, birds, bats, insects and even small mammals struggle to find enough natural food and water when the ground dries out and natural sources disappear. A few simple actions Read more…

We’re delighted to welcome what we believe are the first baby hedgehogs born in Glatton in 2026. This tiny bundle of hoglets was discovered tucked safely into the corner of a garage. We think there are at least five, with Read more…

We hope to confirm hedgehog numbers and release dates shortly, with the aim of carrying out the release in the middle of June. The hospital will confirm how many hedgehogs will be ready, and once I have that information I Read more…

Glatton’s Hedgehog Project continues to grow from strength to strength,  so much so that it’s now being highlighted as an example of a well‑run, community‑led conservation programme. Thanks to the care residents have taken to improve garden access, reduce hazards, Read more…

Shepreth Wildlife Conservation Charity, delivered four new hedgehogs for release into our community. Glatton is proud of the work we do to support this great charity and to help our little prickly friends. We are expecting the next batch to Read more…

Shepreth are in the process of launching a new initiative involving tagging and monitoring of hedgehogs. Glatton has a great reputation for our Hedgehog rehoming program of the last few years and as a result have been asked if we Read more…