Hedgehog Awareness Week (3–9 May 2026) is a national campaign celebrating hedgehogs and encouraging simple actions to help protect them. This year’s theme is “Take the Hedgehog Pledge.” [msn.com]
Across Bradford District Parks & Green Spaces, we support wildlife-friendly management, including leaving some areas more naturalised. These spaces provide important habitat — not only for hedgehogs, but also for other wildlife such as ground nesting birds, insects and pollinators. [REGENV1612…ing Report | PDF]
Take the pledge
This year, everyone is encouraged to choose one simple action — from creating Hedgehog Highways and leaving wild areas, to checking before mowing or putting out fresh water. [slcc.co.uk]
👉 Take the Hedgehog Pledge
👉 Sign up to the pledge [msn.com] [slcc.co.uk]
Local spotlight: The Hedgehoggery, Shipley
We’re also highlighting the fantastic work of The Hedgehoggery in Shipley, a local rescue caring for hedgehogs across the district. They can be contacted via Facebook:
👉 The Hedgehoggery | Shipley [Re: Hedgeh…9 May 2026 | Outlook]
Get involved
- Take the Hedgehog Pledge
- Share messages this #HedgehogWeek
- Help create wildlife-friendly spaces
You can also support the campaign here:
👉 Hedgehog Awareness Week appeal [hedgehogstreet.org]