News & Updates

The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.

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A photo of Jenny Seagrove sitting on a chair at the BBC Radio 4 studio, with microphones visible.

Behind the scenes: Recording Born Free’s Radio 4 Appeal

Our Creative Content Officer Rose Summers, a talented photographer and filmmaker, reports on Jenny Seagrove’s spear-heading of our vital new audio appeal for lions.
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The Born Free Family celebrates Footsteps to Freedom Ball 2026

A glittering night of inspiration, entertainment, fine dining, and fundraising took place at the Royal Lancaster London on Thursday 19th March.
A baby rhino walking towards the camera

How to help endangered animals

Discover ways to help endangered animals through everyday actions. From gardens to African savannahs, learn how to protect wildlife with Born Free.
Watercolor painting of three adult lions and one cub resting on a rocky surface. The artwork highlights detailed fur textures and natural coloration, capturing a serene moment in a pride's life.

Our Footsteps to Freedom auction is now open!

Bid from the comfort of your own home on an amazing array of lots, from naming your own lion, to wild holidays, and sought after art.
Photograph of an elephant standing behind a rusty metal fence with a blurred background. The elephant's large tusks and textured skin are prominently visible, highlighting its size and strength.

Urgent Appeal: Give Kariba the elephant a home

We need your help to transform Kariba’s life and give her a forever home at Pangea, Europe’s first large-scale elephant sanctuary.
Photograph of four cheetah cubs inside an enclosure with a multicolored blanket. Cubs display fluffy fur and distinct facial markings, with one cub prominently close to the camera showing large, expressive eyes.

Cheetah cub emergency

Our remarkable team in Ethiopia has rescued four extremely young cheetahs in Ethiopia. Saved in the nick of time from the illegal pet trade, sadly heartbreak was to follow.
A beautiful male lion standing in profile in a lush green landscape.

Simba’s new home

Remember Simba, the rescued lion? Four years ago, we launched an appeal to build him a purpose-built home, and you instantly responded. But, what happened next?
A montage of people taking on challenges for Born Free - swimming, cycling and running

New Year, new challenge?

Be inspired and do something amazing for wild animals in 2026!
A lion lying on the ground with a natural background. In between his front paws he is gripping a large bundle of herbs and leaves

Comfort and joy for the pets in your life

Christmas enrichment ideas for dogs and cats, inspired by their wild cousins!
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Join us to celebrate Footsteps to Freedom 2026

Tickets now available for our spectacular black-tie ball… don’t miss out!