The Harlow Badger Group (HBG) was formed in January 2010 with Harlow being one of the only remaining areas in Essex not covered by a badger group. We are a band of enthusiastic and passionate volunteers that are driven to try and help the badgers that live in and around Harlow. We meet bi-monthly at Parndon Wood Nature Reserve in Harlow.
We would like to say a BIG thank you to Pauline Kidner (founder of Secret World) for agreeing to be our patron. Irene Brierton for letting us use her image as our logo. Derek Barry our founder, a tireless Badger enthusiast and everybody that has helped the Harlow Badger Group get on its feet.
We cover the areas of Harlow and Epping Forest.
Essex Badger Hotline 07751 572 175
Mission
To promote the protection and conservation of Badgers generally, and specifically within the groups operational territory in the Harlow and Epping Districts of Essex.
To dispense information, advice and /or assistance on Badger related matters, and to engage with members of the public, to encourage tolerance and appreciation and respect for all animal life and advance public education concerning badgers through-out the district so as to preserve their habitat.
To assist the Emergency Services and /or any Veterinary Surgeons in any incident where a Badger is or may be involved.
To render aid to any badger in need with the aim that it is returned to the wild at the earliest possible opportunity
To liaise with other Badger Groups, the Badger Trust, and any other Wildlife Preservation / Conservation Groups to promote the conservation of Badgers
To liaise with Local / National Government Departments or other Local / National bodies, when required.
