Publications & Resources

Born Free is convinced the circus is no place for wild animals. The stresses of frequent transport, the inadequacy of minimal housing space, the exploitative displays in the ring, and frequent accusations of abuse; it is clear that life in a circus brings compromises and cruelty to wild animals.

Born Free calls on the UK Government to phase out the keeping of elephants in zoos so we have an Elephant Free UK.

An investigation into the online sale of exotic animals as pets

An investigation into the sale of non-human primates by licensed pet shops in England

The plight of elephants kept in solitary confinement in Europe

An evaluation of the implementation of the EC Directive 1999/22.

An evaluation of the implementation of the EC Directive 1999/22.

A review of the keeping of dolphins and whales in captivity in the EU.

An examination of the state of UK circuses with wild animals, produced in partnership with RSPCA

This report is the result of two years of investigations into the welfare of circus animals in England and Wales.