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Sidmouth open 28 September

Our main sanctuary is ready to safely welcome you again.

We know you have missed the donkeys. They can’t wait to see you again.

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Unfortunately, our regional sanctuaries remain closed. They hope to welcome you again soon.

Latest news

Working mule in Nepal brick kiln

Equine charities host New York Climate Week event

23 September 2020

For the first time, The Donkey Sanctuary and World Horse Welfare have taken part in the annual Climate Week NYC.
Rocky, Jenny and Edie

The road to recovery with Rocky, Jenny and Eidie

22 September 2020

You may have seen Rocky, Jenny and Eidie on TV in December 2019 when their story featured on Channel 5’s Help the Animals, but do you remember their story?
Jonty in UV mask

A tribute to much loved Jonty

4 September 2020

It is with great sadness that we announce that the dearly loved Jonty has passed at the age of 18.

Information & advice

Donkey being groomed

Coronavirus – Covid 19

We want to keep you informed about our response to the coronavirus outbreak. Here are the answers to some of the most common FAQs we receive.
Ben K and Toby with groom

Caring for your donkeys during Covid-19 (Coronavirus)

If you are a donkey owner or Donkey Guardian worried about caring for your animals during the Covid-19 outbreak, we are still here for you.
Alert donkey with ears forward

Understanding donkey characteristics

Donkeys have a reason for everything they do. Their behaviour is controlled and influenced by a wide range of factors. Misunderstanding of the donkeys’ true nature and behaviour leads to a number of incorrect but common beliefs.