Hastings Badger Protection Society

Hastings Badger Protection Society Hastings Badger Protection Society was brought together by a very determined group of ladies who were tired of badgers and foxes being treated so cruelly.

It has a long history but now needs more members to help re-launch to be there for badgers locally Since the 1992 Badger Act was passed, the problems the Society handles have changed to some extent, although badgers, their setts and very close environments are protected. All wildlife, including badgers, are at greater risk now than in 1973 when the Badger Act was first introduced. Locally, in Roth

er and Hastings, habitats and traditional sources of fresh water are being destroyed at an ever increasing rate, native food bearing trees are being cleared and foreign exotic trees are being planted in their place. The Society has continued from the beginning to help with advice, practical help and examples to help people understand and maintain the future welfare of badgers and other wildlife.

19/06/2026

For far too long, there has been a belief that people who harm animals, particularly badgers, also harm people, with a number of these involved with domestic violence within the home.

Now, through analytical work carried out by the NWCU and supported by statistical information and reports from Badger Trust, this has been proven.

The clear picture emerging is that persons who harm badgers are likely to harm humans.

This is known as polycriminality.

A non-conviction in a wildlife crime case has far-reaching consequences, and we need to take action!

Read our article: https://buff.ly/aBNFns8

🦡 Calling everyone who cares about badgers in Hastings, Rother and Bexhill!We're holding an informal online information ...
16/06/2026

🦡 Calling everyone who cares about badgers in Hastings, Rother and Bexhill!

We're holding an informal online information meeting on Friday 3 July at 7pm for anyone interested in supporting badgers and helping to re-establish the local group dedicated to their protection and welfare.

📅 Date: Friday 3 July
🕖 Time: 7.00pm
💻 Location: Online via Zoom
📧 To receive the meeting link, email: [email protected]

We'll be chatting about:

• What local badger groups do & how they operate
• Different ways to get involved – no experience necessary
• The next steps in getting the group up and running again

Whether you're interested in wildlife surveying, community outreach, fundraising, administration, campaigning, or simply want to support badgers in your local area, there's a place for you.

If you've ever wanted to make a difference for badgers locally, this is the perfect opportunity to get involved. We hope you'll join us and help shape the future of the Hastings Badger Group.

Please share with friends, family and fellow wildlife lovers who may be interested.

We'd love to see you there! 🦡💚

Badger Trust will be holding an informal online information meeting at the end of June for anyone who would like to find...
20/05/2026

Badger Trust will be holding an informal online information meeting at the end of June for anyone who would like to find out more about the re-launch of Hastings Badger Protection Society and how to get involved.

Without local people, we cannot be there for badgers in Hastings. We know Hastings has a significant badger population, and a thriving local group can help educate, advocate, and protect badgers while working closely with the community.

If you are interested in getting involved, please complete our online interest form and we will send you the meeting invite once arrangements are confirmed.
https://forms.gle/5yxqDtav4kn6D3yz7

16/05/2026

Who’s been keeping track of cub development this spring? 👀🦡

From tiny, fluffy cubs to curious young badgers exploring the world, we’d love to see this year’s little ones growing up!

Tag us in your photos and videos of badger cubs if you want to share with other badger lovers. 📸✨🦡

🦡 All About Badgers - CubsBadgers exhibit delayed implantation, where fertilised eggs pause development before implantin...
10/05/2026

🦡 All About Badgers - Cubs

Badgers exhibit delayed implantation, where fertilised eggs pause development before implanting in the uterus. This ensures cubs are born in late winter, timed with improving spring food availability.

Cubs are born blind and remain dependent within the safety of the sett.

07/05/2026

🦡 All About Badgers - Activity

Badgers are primarily nocturnal and show strong seasonal shifts in behaviour and metabolism. They accumulate fat reserves in autumn to support reduced winter activity.

They don't hibernate, but reduce activity (torpor) and can remain inactive in the sett for extended periods during harsh conditions.

🦡 All About Badgers - SensesBadgers rely heavily on smell, supported by highly complex turbinate bones inside the nasal ...
04/05/2026

🦡 All About Badgers - Senses

Badgers rely heavily on smell, supported by highly complex turbinate bones inside the nasal cavity that increase scent detection efficiency.

This allows them to locate underground prey and communicate through scent marking within and between social groups. All vital to their daily lives.

Every great wildlife success story starts with people who care.The return of the Hastings Badger Group is about hope: fo...
02/05/2026

Every great wildlife success story starts with people who care.

The return of the Hastings Badger Group is about hope: for badgers, for nature, and for the local community.

Together, we can protect habitats, raise awareness, and make Hastings safer for badgers once again.

Join us and be part of the comeback story. We are now collating interest before we hold an online informational meeting.

Email: [email protected] to get involved.

🦡 All About Badgers - SkullsBadger skulls are strong, compact, and built for life underground.🔹 Secure jaw – The jaw joi...
29/04/2026

🦡 All About Badgers - Skulls

Badger skulls are strong, compact, and built for life underground.

🔹 Secure jaw – The jaw joint is tightly set, keeping the skull structure very stable.
🔹 Strong bite – A raised ridge (sagittal crest)on top of the skull supports the muscles used for powerful chewing.
🔹 Easy ID – Short skull with flat molars for grinding, unlike the longer fox skull.
🔹 Age clue – Adults have a more developed crest; juveniles are smoother.
🔹 Great sense of smell – large nasal cavity & internal nasal bones help support their strong sense of smell.

Built for diggingBadgers are physically adapted for a digging lifestyle with a low slung body, strong forelimbs, long cl...
22/04/2026

Built for digging

Badgers are physically adapted for a digging lifestyle with a low slung body, strong forelimbs, long claws, and a compact skull designed to withstand force.

We'll have more info on their incredible skull next week!

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