Welcome to Lowton Hedgehog Rescue
If you find a hedgehog in need of help
Contain it in a high-sided cardboard box
Give it a towel to snuggle under
Add a source of warmth (a hot water bottle wrapped in a towel)
Offer water to drink but NO FOOD
Do NOT attempt to care for it yourself - it needs immediate professional help!
Contact Irene immediately on 07950 933410 or take it straight to a Veterinary practice
(Note that a veterinary practice will not charge members of the public for taking in a wild animal)
Not in our area?
We are based in Lowton near Leigh and Wigan, with satellite units in Warrington and St Helens.
If you are not in our area, then click here to find your nearest rescue from the Help Wildlife Directory.
Or ring the British Hedgehog Preservation Society on 01584 890801
Mission statement
Our mission is to provide for the rescue, rehabilitation and release of sick, injured or orphaned hedgehogs.
The rescue's main hub is based in Lowton, with satellite units run by medically trained volunteers and a team of foster carers who enable treated animals to gain weight prior to release back to the wild.
On-site training is provided to volunteers, and they are encouraged to enroll on recognised wildlife courses.
Advice and assistance is available directly to any member of the public who finds a sick or injured hedgehog, and we work closely with local veterinary practices to provide follow-up care.
Talks are given to adult and children’s groups/organizations to raise awareness of the needs of hedgehogs and the work of the Rescue, and public events are attended to engage with a wider audience.
The five freedoms
Freedom from hunger and thirst by ready access to fresh water and a suitable diet to maintain health and vigor.
Freedom from discomfort by providing a safe, comfortable place to rest, with appropriate temperature, noise levels, and access to natural light.
Freedom from pain, injury, or disease by prevention or rapid diagnosis and treatment including appropriate medications.
Freedom to express normal behavior by providing sufficient space, proper facilities, and the ability to interact with – or avoid – others of their own kind as desired.
Freedom from fear and distress by ensuring conditions and treatment which avoid mental suffering, as psychological stress can lead to physical illness.
See some of the ways you can support us here
