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Barrow Council reveal South Lakes Safari Zoo inspection outcome

While Born Free welcomes some aspects of report, flawed inspection process may have hindered inspector’s findings.

The people’s vote: No more large animals in zoos

An exclusive opinion poll has revealed more than 75% of the British public believe the next UK government should end the keeping of large animals in zoos.

People, elephants and bees

Born Free is helping farmers and elephants to live together without conflict, thanks to innovative and cost-effective natural solutions.

Farewell Dember

We are saddened to announce the death of cheetah, Dember, at our Ensessa Kotteh sanctuary in Ethiopia in mid-January.

Catching up with our 2021 McKenna-Travers Award winners

Born Free is pleased to report on the fantastic conservation work that has been carried out by our 2021 McKenna-Travers Award for Compassionate Conservation winners.

Ely the elephant

Born Free is supporting the campaign to help Ely, a 42-year-old African elephant kept alone at Zoológico de San Juan de Aragón in Mexico.

Hedgehog & badger-killers

Born Free’s supports campaign to end the sale of illegal poison products in the UK aimed at killing protected species.

Further concerns raised about South Lakes Safari Zoo

Following Born Free’s inspection in October 2022, a new investigation and fresh public concerns highlight continuing issues at troubled zoo in Cumbria.

Rest in peace Lakota

We are so sad to announce that one of our beloved cheetahs has died after a short illness.

Lion death at Longleat Safari Park: Born Free reaction

Born Free is saddened to learn of the death of a female lion at Longleat Safari Park, as a result of an aggressive interaction with a male.