Paws & Go Silchester

31/03/2026

I love this so much ❤️

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27/01/2026

“If you see me in your garden, I come with no harm—only a gentle plea.”

Nestled in the quiet sanctuary of a summer lawn, a mother hedgehog curls protectively around her young. Their tiny bodies rise and fall in unison, asleep in the comfort of her warmth. This is not just a moment of tenderness—it is a glimpse into a disappearing world.

For millennia, hedgehogs have roamed our gardens and hedgerows. Quiet custodians of the soil, they feast on slugs, beetles, and caterpillars—creatures often seen as pests to the gardener’s eye. They ask for nothing but shelter, and in return, they offer balance to nature’s rhythm.

Yet, in recent decades, their numbers have fallen. Roads, pesticides, fenced-off gardens, and the slow loss of wild spaces have driven these gentle beings into decline. Once common, they are now a species at risk.

So I urge you—if you are fortunate enough to spot a hedgehog in your garden, consider it a privilege. Leave a shallow dish of water. Perhaps a little cat food. Avoid chemicals. Let the wildflowers bloom and the hedges grow unruly.

A healthy garden is not one of perfection—it is one that welcomes life.

To all who cherish the green spaces of our world: let us make room for the wild hearts that still dwell among us.

Have a beautiful gardening summer.

— In the spirit of David Attenborough

27/08/2025

Bees: Earth's Unsung Superheroes!

Scientists have officially declared bees the most important species on the planet — and it’s easy to understand why.

They pollinate 70% of the crops that feed 90% of the world.

They support biodiversity and keep ecosystems healthy.

Without them, much of our food chain would collapse.

But here’s the sting: bee populations are shrinking fast due to pesticides, habitat destruction, and climate change.

It's time to take action:

Plant flowers that bees love
Avoid harmful chemicals
Support sustainable agriculture

Let’s protect the pollinators that protect us.

No bees = No food. No future.

06/03/2025

06/03/2025

A stunning week of walks around Silchester, Spring has arrived! 🐶🐾🐾🐶

25/12/2024

08/07/2024

24/03/2024

04/03/2024

When you are in Corsica, don't leave your towel for too long!

How cows are taking over Corsica beaches: More details/photos: https://bit.ly/46VfBHJ