Some companies provide gravel boards with pre cut Hedgehog highways.

The picture above is a gravel board supplied by Jackson’s fencing.

Why do hedgehogs need highways ?

Hedgehogs can travel up to a mile a night in search for food and a mate. One of the main reasons hedgehogs are struggling is because more people are fencing off gardens and popping up walls, so hogs don’t have the ability to roam.

What is a hedgehog Highway ?

A hedgehog highway is simply a small hole approx 5 inches x 5 inches cut in to the bottom of a fence which leads to adjoining gardens or fields.