Badger Ecology

Experts in Badger Ecological Solutions across the UK

Welcome to Badger Ecology UK

Badger Ecology LTD is the UK's leading badger consultancy, offering project management guidance on artificial sett construction and sett closures, as well as providing surveys and mitigation plans upon request. We also offer a tailored badger vaccination service to landowners, including farmers, conservation groups, and private individuals, throughout the UK, who wish to reduce the spread of bovine TB on their land. Our team comprises highly experienced wildlife professionals with a broad range of knowledge about badgers, their habitats, and relocation options.

Over 1100 badger vaccinated since 2014

Over 150 badger setts closed

Surveyed over 350 sites

Carried out the most extensive private badger survey in Wales, covering 175 sq km.*

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*Currently leading the badger ecology on the largest construction site in Europe at Sizewell C nuclear reactor construction.

Trusted by companies across Wales and the UK

Why Vaccinate Badgers?

It is common knowledge that the Eurasian Badger is a significant wildlife reservoir for Bovine TB (Mycobacterium bovis) in the UK. Vaccination of badgers against M.bovis has been proven to reduce the likelihood of a badger testing positive to bovine TB by up to 85%.

At Badger Ecology we offer a range of services centred around your needs.

Badger Surveys

Badger Ecology has overseen over 300 site surveys and can provide detailed, accurate land mapping for ecological studies, construction work and planning applications.

Planning Applications and Advice

We can offer expert guidance regarding all planning application needs.

Badger Sett Closure and Artificial Sett Construction

Where planning conditions require, we offer artificial badger sett construction and full sett closures under licence, across Wales and the UK.

Badger Vaccination

We provide badger vaccination programs for landowners across the UK.

Badger Bait-Marking Surveys and Tracking Studies

Bait marking surveys can be used to establish badger social group territories.

Project Management

Badger Ecology is able to project manage both small and large projects for clients across Wales and throughout the UK.

Wildlife Surveys

Badger Ecology Ltd will soon be offering the following services: PEA (Phase 1) Site surveys PEA surveys for Construction PEA Surveys for architects or planners

Badger Vaccination Training

Badger Ecology offer Badger Vaccination Training courses. Contact us to find out more.

Need advice on badgers?

From Badger sett surveys to planning applications, we’ve got you covered.

Our Mission

To deliver expert, science-led solutions that help landowners, farmers, and conservationists manage badger populations responsibly. With a key focus to reduce the spread of bovine TB, prioritise Badger Welfare and promote ecological balance, all while supporting compliance, sustainability, and practical land use across Wales and the UK.

Trusted Badger Experts

Over 150 licensed projects completed with Natural England, Natural Resources Wales, and Welsh Government licenses.

Pragmatic approach to construction and development projects

We provide expert advice and support to planners, architects, builders and all involved in the construction industry when working with protected species.

Complete Badger Management in One Place

From bait marking to mitigation plans, sett closures to vaccination, we handle it all, legally, responsibly, and efficiently.

Client Feedback & Reviews

"We have worked with George & Badger Ecology LTD for many years across multiple projects and can confidently testify to their expertise and professional approach. Their pragmatic problem-solving skills have been invaluable in navigating complex issues, and their commitment to finding workable, effective solutions has always stood out. We would not hesitate to recommend them to our clients and to anyone seeking ecological advice and development solutions."

“Ever since my initial meeting with Badger Ecology and George, they have provided the project with reassurance and confidence that they have the professional competence to complete the work we require. They integrated into our team seamlessly and assisted us in getting the necessary licences and discharging all the conditions. Their knowledge and understanding with the stakeholders helped the project maintain programme and build ability. On our scheme they completed all surveys, rehomed badgers and completed vaccinations and post disturbance monitoring. Badger Ecology will be my go-to for all future badger requirements and licensing work and would confidently recommend them to others.”