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Chris Packham Narrates Heartwarming Film for British Hedgehogs

12:20, 26 February 2025

Words by Abi Scaife, Staff Writer, London

Environmentalist and TV personality Chris Packham has narrated an adorable story about a little hedgehog finding its way home.

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The film is called The Littlest Hoglet and was created with the British Hedgehog Preservation Society and production company Liquona. The goal is to raise awareness about hedgehogs and how we can change our garden habits for their benefit.

What Should I Know About the Littlest Hoglet?

This sweet stop-motion film shows the story of a little hoglet (a baby hedgehog for those not in the know) who gets separated from its mother and siblings. The hoglet eventually finds its way back home, thanks to the help of some kind gardeners who have installed things like hedgehog highways in their garden.

How Can I Help Hedgehogs?

Careful viewers may already have spotted several ways to help hedgehogs showcased in The Littlest Hoglet - like the Hedgehog Highways which allow hedgehogs to travel safely between gardens. More information about these can 

How Can I Help the British Hedgehog Preservation Society?

The Littlest Hoglet is a finalist in the Smiley Charity Film Awards, the world's largest cause-based film campaign. Through the Smiley Charity Film Awards website, you can donate to the British Hedgehog Preservation Society, learn more about their film, and much more.

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