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We’re here to help you turn your British garden into a place where nature can thrive.

From a small pot to a large plot, it’s our job to give you the right tools to make the most of your garden and its inhabitants. Ark Wildlife was started by Sean McMenemy in 1991 and has grown to become the UK's leading garden wildlife product supplier. Working from our Hertfordshire base, we have a dedicated team who really understand about garden wildlife and want to offer all our customers the b

est advice, products, value and service to enhance your enjoyment of your own garden. We make all our own food daily from carefully selected re-cleaned crops with no additives or treatments to offer you the best, freshest food on the market. When we can't find an accessory built to a standard we find acceptable, we commission our own, so you know everything on our website and catalogue are fit for the purpose they are designed for.

07/02/2025

The Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) - Big Farmland Bird Count Starts Today! 🐦🚜 This vital initiative helps track and protect the birds that call our countryside home. Farmers, landowners, and nature lovers, your sightings provide crucial data to safeguard species like yellowhammers, linnets, and lapwings.

Find out more about this event here: https://www.arkwildlife.co.uk/blogs/guest-expert-wildlife-bloggers/the-gwct-big-farmland-bird-count-how-to-get-involved

06/02/2025

Enjoy 10% OFF our Nyjer Seed – a favorite feast for beautiful Goldfinches! 💛

Packed with essential oils and nutrients, to keep these stunning little visitors happy and healthy. Stock up now and bring more life to your garden! https://www.arkwildlife.co.uk/products/niger-seed-uk

📸By David Tipling

02/02/2025

Happy National Hedgehog Day 🦔

Join us in celebrating hedgehogs today, share your sightings, set up a feeding station, or simply spread the word! 🏡

Looking to give them a helping hand? Hedgehogs will soon be re-appearing after hibernation, and our Hedgehog Bundle Packs have everything you need to create a safe and welcoming haven! https://www.arkwildlife.co.uk/collections/all-hedgehog

01/02/2025

🌿 Stay Connected with Ark Wildlife! 🐦

If you care about wildlife, you’re in the right place. Explore our range today and start making your garden part of the solution.

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We’re more than a business. We’re a commitment—to wildlife, to ethical trade, and to our customers who want to make a difference. We’re here to give you the tools to create a haven for nature. 🌼🐝https://www.arkwildlife.co.uk/pages/subscribe-to-our-newsletter

30/01/2025

CONGRATULATIONS to our January photo competition winner DC Lincs

Thank you to all customers and followers who submitted their entries. We're always blown away by the number of incredible photos we receive! 📸

Please do keep your photo entries coming in for Februarys competition, via our website, or keep an eye out for our upcoming post!

https://www.arkwildlife.co.uk/pages/wildlife-photography

28/01/2025

Robins bring joy to every garden, and now’s the perfect time to treat them to something special! 🐦✨We’re offering 10% off all robin feeders until Friday!

Whether you're looking to welcome more feathered friends or upgrade a feeder, we're to help with the best products and advice to help your garden wildlife thrive!

Don’t miss out—our feeders are flying off the shelves faster than the robins themselves! 🛒💨 https://www.arkwildlife.co.uk/collections/new-offers

26/01/2025

The Big Garden Birdwatch has come to an end, and we want to know who visited your garden? 🌳

Was it the cheerful chirp of a robin, the flash of a blue tit, or maybe a surprise guest? 🐦

Every bird counts, and your observations help protect our precious wildlife. Thank you for being part of this amazing event! 🌍🦜

24/01/2025

Storm Eowyn is making its presence known! 🌧️ We hope everyone, humans and wildlife alike, stays safe during this turbulent time.

Let’s weather the storm together, caring for our community and the creatures that share it.

23/01/2025

🌿🐦 Get ready for the Big Garden Birdwatch 2025! 🐦🌿

This weekend, join thousands of nature lovers across the UK in spotting and counting the birds visiting your garden. It’s a fun and easy way to support wildlife conservation, and every sighting helps!

Order before 3pm today to ensure full feeders for your feathery friends this weekend!

🗓️ Mark your calendar, grab a cuppa, and enjoy some birdwatching bliss! Don't forget to sign up on the RSPB website, https://www.rspb.org.uk/whats-happening/big-garden-birdwatch

21/01/2025

🌰🐿️ Happy Red Squirrel Appreciation Day! 🐿️🌰

At Ark Wildlife, we’re passionate about supporting red squirrel conservation, rewilding projects and breeding programs! By providing high-quality food and habitat solutions, we’re working to ensure these charming creatures have the resources they need to survive and thrive.

https://www.arkwildlife.co.uk/collections/all-squirrel

📸 Photo from iStock

20/01/2025

Nature lovers, mark your calendars! BBC Winterwatch is back on our screens tomorrow at 8pm, bringing you the best of winter wildlife 🦊🐦

Tune in, get inspired, and let’s make a difference together! 🌱

📸Photo by Terry Hancock

19/01/2025

📸 It's Januarys Competition Time! ❄️

Every month, one of our followers, wins £55 to spend on our website. Could you be the next lucky winner?

You can enter by sharing your wildlife pictures with us, by adding your pics to the comments area below, or by submitting your pictures to us via our website: www.arkwildlife.co.uk/wildlife-photography.

Winners are announced at the end of each month on Facebook!

*The winner will receive a £55 Ark Wildlife Voucher. T&Cs Apply. By entering you're agreeing to our T&Cs. Visit our website on the link above for full T&Cs.

17/01/2025

🦊 Happy Friday, everyone!

Can you believe we’re already over halfway through January? Where does the time go?! ⏳

Here’s to a fantastic Friday and a weekend full of fresh air and wildlife wonders.

16/01/2025

CONGRATULATIONS to our December photo competition winner John Moxham, who submitted this photo of a pair of squabbling Jays!

Thank you to all customers and followers who submitted their entries. We're always blown away by the number of incredible photos we receive! 📸

Please do keep your photo entries coming in for January's competition, via our website, or keep an eye out for our post later this week!

https://www.arkwildlife.co.uk/pages/wildlife-photography

14/01/2025

As winter takes hold, the UK’s wildlife shows incredible resilience to the chill! ❄️

🐦 Garden Birds: Robins, blackbirds, and blue t**s rely on high-energy foods like seeds, nuts, and suet to stay warm. Why not set up a feeder to lend a hand? 🥜

🦔 Hedgehogs: These spiky friends hibernate in leaf piles or hedgerows. You can help by leaving wild areas in your garden untouched! 🍂

🐿️ Red Squirrels: These rare beauties store nuts and seeds in the autumn to snack on during winter. If you’re lucky enough to have them nearby, leaving out nuts can be a lifeline! 🌰

The UK’s wildlife is tough, but a little kindness goes a long way in helping them through the winter.

12/01/2025

One of winter's most fascinating mysteries is how birds' feet survive constant contact with ice and snow without freezing❄️

Their secret is a special circulation system called rete mirabile, a complex network of blood vessels where warm arteries closely interact with cool veins, maintaining an optimal temperature in their feet 🐦

This incredible adaptation allows birds to stand comfortably on ice or perch on frozen branches while keeping their core body temperature stable!

10/01/2025

Friendly reminder to clean your nest boxes! 🧽💦🐦🏡🐤

With the days growing longer, birds are starting to claim their territories. Winter is the ideal time to tidy up your boxes, as laws restrict cleaning after January.

We’ve already spotted birds visiting the nest boxes in our Ark Wildlife garden, even in this chilly weather! So, grab your cleaning supplies and add it to your weekend to-do list ✅

Read more top tips here! https://www.arkwildlife.co.uk/blogs/wildlife-guides/nest-box-maintenance

08/01/2025

With recent snowfall and frosty mornings, you'll see more birds flocking to your feeders! 🐦

Our selection of high-energy seeds and suet will help to keep them warm and well-fed during the winter chill ❄️ Let’s make sure our feathered friends stay cozy by keeping those feeders topped up! 🌨️

🛒https://www.arkwildlife.co.uk/collections/bird-food

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Dog Kennel Farm Charlton Road
Hitchin
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Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.arkwildlife.co.uk/

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Our customers care for wildlife wherever they go, even when on holiday! 🌿🐦 #centerparcs #centerparcselveden #natureholiday #nature #naturelovers #NatureEscape #natureconnection

❄️✨ Embracing the winter solstice magic! 🌙🌲 As the longest night unfolds, we welcome the beauty of the cold season. Nature transforms with trees dusted with snow, icy waters glistening, and wildlife adapting in awe-inspiring ways. 🦉❄️ A true testament to resilience and wonder. #wintersolstice #wintersolstice2024 #winter #winteriscoming #winterwildlife #wildlifeplanet #wildlifeconservation #wildlifelovers

Spotted a stunning jay bird at the feeder this morning! 🐦💙

Such a thrill to see those vibrant blue feathers up close. Jays are known for their intelligence and beauty, and it’s always amazing to watch them work those clever beaks for a snack! #saturdayvibes #saturdaymorning #autumn #jaybird #birdfeedercamera #birdfeeder #gardenwildlife #birdcam

Squirrels Stealing The Bird Food! #squirrel #squirrels #squirrelwatching #birdfeeder #wildlifecam #wildlifecamera

Hungry Garden Visitors 🦔

A great wildlife cam capture from one of our customers! Thanks Terri for sending this in to us 😊 We're glad to see your hogs are enjoying our food! Don't Forget - Our Hedgehog Food is currently 10% OFF🦔 https://www.arkwildlife.co.uk/products/hedgehog-food-uk #hedgehogs #hedgehognation #hedgehoglife #hedgehoglove #wildlifecamera

What Messy Eaters! 🐦

What Messy Eaters! 🐦 Ever wondered how your bird seed ended up on the floor... Here's why 😂 #birds #birdfeeder #birdfeeding #dinnertime #bullfinch #birdspotting

Woodpeckers - Did You Know 💭

Did You Know 💭 Woodpeckers are one of our shyer birds, often found hiding amongst the trees in woodland areas. Although, if you're lucky, they may make an appearance in gardens, especially those with fat ball or peanut feeders! 🐦 For more information on Woodpeckers in your garden, read our guest blog here! https://www.arkwildlife.co.uk/blogs/guest-expert-wildlife-bloggers/woodpeckers-in-my-garden #woodpecker #woodpeckersofinstagram #birdsofinstagram #birdphotography #wildlifelovers #naturelovers #naturephotography #photographer

Peanut Butter for Birds? 🐦

Did You Know... You Can Buy Peanut Butter Specially For Birds 🥜 Safe, rich and nutritious, and leaves no mess. Your birds will love it. https://www.arkwildlife.co.uk/collections/peanut-butter-for-birds #bird #birdlovers #birdwatching #birdfeeding #birdfeedingtips #birdfeeder

Early Evening Visitor 🐦

Time for dinner! 🥜🐦 Spotted this little friend enjoying some Ark Peanut Kernels this evening. A gentle reminder to keep your feeders topped up and water drinkers filled with fresh water during the hot weather💦☀️Our feathery, furry, and spiky friends will appreciate it! #summer #summertime #birds #birdlovers #birdwatching #wildlife #nature

We're All Busy Bees... 🐝 Beneficial insects work just as hard as we do in our gardens! They pollinate our plants and eat garden pests like mosquitoes and greenfly. With National Insect Week beginning tomorrow, we’ll be out spotting all the creepy crawlies we can find! Who have you seen in the garden? 🐞 #nationalinsectweek #insect #insects #garden #nature #outdoors #outdooradventures #bees #ladybug

Your feathery friends will all enjoy a beak-sized treat of our tasty suet pellets!🐦 Did you know... Suet is great for birds all-year round, not just in winter! As a source of energy and protein, it's perfect during breeding season. https://www.arkwildlife.co.uk/category/bird-food/fat-balls-and-suet/suet-pellets/ #birds #wildlife #nature #ukwildlife #wildlifelovers #naturelover #naturelovers

A Little Visitor 🐦

These red-breasted friends bring much joy to the garden when they visit! Following you as you potter around the garden having a tidy, waiting for you to dig up some juicy worms whilst singing delightful songs 🥰 🎥 Video by Sean McMeneny #robin #birds #birdsong #wildlife #wildlifephotography #nature #naturelovers #gardenbirds

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Story of the Ark

Carefully selected bird food, wildlife feeds, habitats and accessories. Made and packed on our premises.

Our expertise lies in providing carefully selected natural food, nutritionally balanced for optimum health supported by the type of exceptional customer service only true enthusiasm for your subject can bring. Ark Wildlife aims to combine the convenience of an online mail order outlet with the caring, helpful touch of a specialist shop. We take great pride in the energy, commitment and enthusiasm of our ever growing workforce, still led by our inspirational leader and founder Sean McMenemy.