We are a hospital for sick and injured hedgehogs so we do not allow visitors into the rescue. This is for a number of reasons:

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1. The hedgehogs are wild animals. They have never had interactions with humans before entering the rescue. They fear humans and think we are potential predators. As carers, we keep our interactions to a minimum and we release them as soon as they are healthy. Any additional visitors would cause further distress to the hedgehogs.

2. The hedgehogs in the rescue are there because they are sick or injured. They are at their weakest and most vulnerable. Some have injuries or are being treated for diseases. They are extremely stressed and need quiet to recover.

Wild Hogs Hedgehog Rescue is a rehabilitation centre not a zoo, and the best practice guidance for such facilities is that we do not allow visitors. There are many places where visitors are not routinely allowed to enter - surgical wards at veterinary practices, emergency service providers, and hospitals. Wild Hogs Hedgehog Rescue is one of those special places that cannot take visitors.

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As part of our commitment to education and conservation, we offer a range of talks to schools and community groups delivered at your group venue. We do not bring live animals with us but have a range of games, equipment and photos that enable us to share our passion for hedgehogs.

We also host a number of work experience placements for students every year and support Duke of Edinburgh volunteers. 

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Once a year, we open our doors to the public at our Open Weekend. We ensure any acute casualties are not in the rescue and we have pre-booked escorted tours of small groups to ensure that the hedgehogs are not overwhelmed with the noise. Our next Open Weekend is 30-31st August 2025.

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Thank you for understanding and supporting hedgehogs.