Badger Trust

Badger Trust Badger Trust is a charity that exists to promote and enhance the welfare, conservation and protection of badgers, their setts, and their habitats.

ABOUT US
Badger Trust is a charity that exists to promote and enhance the welfare, conservation and protection of badgers, their setts, and their habitats. We are the leading voice for badgers in England and Wales, with a network of over 50 local voluntary badger groups, and supported by thousands of supporters and followers. HISTORY
We started as The National Federation of Badger Groups, which wa

s formed in January 1986 and later evolved into Badger Trust in 2005. Despite significant progress made along the way in terms of legal protection for this iconic species, badgers across the UK are under threat more than ever before. WHAT WE DO
Badger Trust runs a number of campaigns to push for a better world for badgers. Our work covers badger culling (proposed, actual or related matters), crimes against badgers, road traffic casualties, planning and development issues that threaten badgers and their habitat, education and badger ecology. Join our clan to help us shout louder for badgers: https://www.badgertrust.org.uk/join
Find out more about our campaigns: https://www.badgertrust.org.uk/

2022 marks the 30th anniversary of the Protection of Badgers Act (1992) and our campaign calls for tougher sentencing for those who commit crimes against badgers. You can take action now to help speak up for badgers. PBA30 Campaign: https://www.badgertrust.org.uk/protection-of-badgers-act

OUR CLAN RULES
This page is a great place for badger lovers to gather, get the latest news and hear the latest updates. We love to hear your feedback, ideas and suggestions and have you engage on our page. All we ask is that users are respectful and keep their posts polite, civil and suitable for all ages. We will not tolerate any content that is offensive or abusive, including material that is obscene, violent, aggressive, argumentative, harassing, defamatory, unlawful, insulting, indecent or otherwise objectionable. This includes any language that can be construed as offensive, sexist, racist or homophobic. Please note that we retain the right to hide or remove any comments that we consider inappropriate. This extends to spamming and any material judged to be off-topic in subject-specific areas. We retain the right to block individuals who repeatedly ignore this policy and post inappropriate content on our page. In these cases, warnings will be given beforehand. If you’re not sure if you should post something, please err on the side of caution, and don’t. If you have a complaint that you want to raise with Badger Trust please follow our complaints procedure so we can work with you to resolve the matter. Complaints Procedure: https://www.badgertrust.org.uk/complaints-procedure

OUR MODERATION POLICY
In general, we don’t moderate posts on our page – except when offensive language is used or libellous allegations are made. We have a duty to protect our staff and volunteers, so while deleting comments is the last resort and very unusual, our position is that any post containing libellous accusations should be removed. If an individual continues to post content contrary to Our Clan Rules (as above), we’ll be forced to block that person from the page, but we would prefer not to do this as it detracts from the purpose of our work and takes up our time. Warnings will be given beforehand. Website: https://www.badgertrust.org.uk/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/badgertrust
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badgertrust/
Privacy Notice: https://www.badgertrust.org.uk/privacy-notice
Complaints Procedure: https://www.badgertrust.org.uk/complaints-procedure

Did you know? The badger can grow up to 1 metre in size and has loosely fitting skin, which makes it difficult for an an...
21/08/2026

Did you know? The badger can grow up to 1 metre in size and has loosely fitting skin, which makes it difficult for an antagonist to get a firm grip on the badger in a fight.

A thick layer of subcutaneous (under the skin) fat develops during autumn in order for the badger to live off fat reserves when going into torpor during winter.

Find more badger facts on our website: https://buff.ly/3nb3zdo

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Meet your neighbours 🦡You might not see them, but badgers live alongside us across Wales, yes in our countryside, but al...
20/08/2026

Meet your neighbours 🦡

You might not see them, but badgers live alongside us across Wales, yes in our countryside, but also our towns and cities.

They've shared this landscape with us for thousands of years and are part of Wales's rich natural heritage.

Right now, their future is once again part of the political debate on bovine TB.

We believe Wales should continue to be a country where badgers are protected, not culled.

They live here too.

Badgers Belong Here.

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🚨 MYTHBUSTER: BADGER POPULATIONS 🚨You may have seen claims that badger numbers are "booming" - but the truth is, we have...
19/08/2026

🚨 MYTHBUSTER: BADGER POPULATIONS 🚨

You may have seen claims that badger numbers are "booming" - but the truth is, we haven’t had a proper population survey in over 12 years. Since then, more than half of the last estimated population in England has been culled.

The reality? No one knows exactly how many badgers remain. Until new data is available (not expected until 2027–2028), any talk of "robust" populations is speculation NOT science.

Swipe through to see the facts and read the full article ‘Underground and Underestimated: The Trouble with Counting Badgers’: https://buff.ly/BGWh5nl

🌿💕 The Heart of a Badger Family 💕🌿Badgers are truly special creatures. They live in close family groups in homes called ...
18/08/2026

🌿💕 The Heart of a Badger Family 💕🌿

Badgers are truly special creatures. They live in close family groups in homes called setts, which are passed down through generations. 🏡💛 Their bonds run deep, and every member of the clan plays an important role in caring for one another.

🐾 Mothers are at the heart of the family – badgers have a clever way of delaying pregnancy so that cubs are only born in February. This means losing an expectant mum or a mother with young can be devastating for the whole clan.

👶 It takes a village – female badgers take turns babysitting cubs, making sure they’re safe, warm, and loved. Some have even been seen comforting little ones during thunderstorms, wrapping them in gentle protection. 🌩️🦡

💞 Love is in the little things – badgers groom each other, not just to keep clean, but to strengthen their family bonds. It’s their way of showing care and affection.

Losing a badger isn’t just losing one life – it’s losing a piece of a family, a guardian, a playmate, a protector. These beautiful creatures deserve our love and protection.

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KEEP WALES CULL-FREEBadgers are part of Wales. They belong in our countryside, our towns and cities, and our future.And ...
17/08/2026

KEEP WALES CULL-FREE

Badgers are part of Wales. They belong in our countryside, our towns and cities, and our future.

And the Welsh public does not want to see them culled.

46% oppose badger culling.
Only 27% support it.
68% oppose public money being spent on it.

Wales has taken a different path on bovine TB and is already making progress without the widespread badger culling seen in England.

Now is not the time to turn back.

Let's build on the progress being made, invest in better ways to tackle bovine TB in cattle, support farmers and and protect our native wildlife.

Badgers Belong Here.
KEEP WALES CULL-FREE.

16/08/2026

POV: When the family says they'll help but you end up doing everything yourself 🦡💚

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Would you know the signs of a blocked sett if you saw one?Blocked entrances. Fresh soil piled unnaturally. Bricks, timbe...
15/08/2026

Would you know the signs of a blocked sett if you saw one?

Blocked entrances. Fresh soil piled unnaturally. Bricks, timber, fencing or debris forced into sett holes.

Would you know what to do next?

Our Crime Fact Sheet: Sett Blocking, shows you exactly what to look for, how to respond safely, and how to gather evidence of this serious wildlife crime.

Every report matters. Every badger counts.

Read the fact sheet and help protect our native wildlife: https://buff.ly/CNSsfll 🦡

Meet Backpack Badger... always packed, always prepared, and always up for an adventure! 🎒🦡Whether you're heading off on ...
14/08/2026

Meet Backpack Badger... always packed, always prepared, and always up for an adventure! 🎒🦡

Whether you're heading off on a summer holiday, exploring your local countryside, or simply surviving the Monday commute, this little explorer is ready to tag along.

Collect the new Backpack Badger wooden pin, patch, sticker, and the original enamel pin, and take your favourite badger wherever your adventures lead.

Best of all, every purchase helps protect real badgers and the places they call home.

Where will Backpack Badger be heading first? Share your adventures with us! 🌿💚

Shop now in the Brock Shop: https://buff.ly/LnciI0P

Be the voice for badgers where it matters most – in your local community.We're currently helping people establish the lo...
13/08/2026

Be the voice for badgers where it matters most – in your local community.

We're currently helping people establish the local badger groups shown in the image, and we'd love to add more.

If there isn't a Badger Trust-affiliated group where you live, why not start one? You don't need to be a badger expert, just someone who cares and wants to make a difference. We'll support you every step of the way.

If your area isn't listed and doesn't already have a local group, get in touch. Together, we can give badgers a stronger voice across England and Wales.

Contact: [email protected]

12/08/2026

Badgers - cosy living experts! 🦡 🛏️ Badgers use a variety of natural materials for their bedding, like dry grass, leaves, bracken, hay, moss and even flowers 🐾

Here’s why we think Badgers are the true experts in cosy living! 👇

Draught Excluder Extraordinaire:
Badgers are pros at home improvement—they use leaves and hay to block off sett entrances when it’s particularly windy 🍂🌬️

Fresh Air Therapy!
💨 Like nature's own laundry day, badgers leave their bedding outside to sunbathe, killing off any unwanted pests before dragging it back underground for the night. Eco-friendly pest control at its finest! 🌞🦡

The Ultimate Nature Nappers:
As badger cubs can’t thermoregulate, the magic of decaying bedding comes in!
The warmth from the materials helps keep the cubs toasty. It’s like nature’s version of heated blankets, no plug required! 🔥🦡

And just like us, badgers do a full bedding makeover a few times a year. After the harvest or just before the cubs arrive, they replace everything, keeping things fresh and cosy for the whole clan.

Talk about ultimate ! 🏡🌿

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Citibase, 95 Ditchling Road
Brighton
BN14ST

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Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

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