Born free joins peta in calling for an end to the use of bear fur hats for the british army
We support PETA's petition calling for the replacement of real bear skin hats in the British Army with faux fur alternatives.
News & Updates
The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.
The smokescreen of trail hunting and why hunt meets on public land should be banned
Events over the last year have clearly demonstrated that the pastime of “trail hunting” is nothing but a “smokescreen” for illegal fox hunting.
Born free roars into 2022 with Born Free forever exhibition
Outdoor exhibition of 25 life-sized lions, cast in bronze by acclaimed artists Gillie and Marc, opens in London to raise awareness and vital funds for our lion conservation work.
Government commitment to crack down on hare coursing
Born Free welcomes the move, but calls for more action to protect hares.
Dr richard leakey – a personal appreciation
Born Free’s Will Travers OBE pays tribute to Dr Leakey’s life and work.
Joanna lumley recognised in new year honours list 2022
Virginia McKenna OBE congratulates Born Free’s Founder Patron after she was awarded a Damehood.
Born free declares 2022 ‘year of the lion’
A year of action for lions in honour of the 100th birthday of our charity’s fearless founder and lionheart, Bill Travers MBE.
Tracking giants
Headed by Newton Simiyu, Born Free’s newly appointed elephant conservation team is hard at work in Meru National Park, Kenya.
Education in meru
Born Free is working with local communities to raise awareness, support schools and encourage coexistence with wildlife in Kenya.
Cheetah rescued from illegal wildlife trade in ethiopia
Born Free team bring injured cheetah to safety at sanctuary.