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Learn about our donkeys’ enrichment through their favourite toys and treats in our new winter trail.

Toys and Treats Trail

4 November 2023 (09:00) - 8 February 2024 (16:00)
No booking required

Find our Adoption donkeys’ favourite toys and treats hidden around the sanctuary.

Here at the sanctuary, all our donkeys love to forage for their treats and play with their toys, this helps to exercise, excite and entertain them. 

The scientific term is called enrichment and is something we ensure all our donkeys have an abundance of.

Can you find all nine of their favourite treats and toys hidden around the sanctuary? Follow the trail around the heart of the sanctuary to find each toy and treat and match it with one of nine of our Sidmouth adoption donkeys.

Combine family fun, exercise and brainpower for just £5 per trail, including a prize when you complete the trail. Head to the Gift Shop to pick up a trail sheet and you’re ready to start the trail.

Plus with a new play area, daily talks, scenic walks, engaging exhibits, award-winning gardens and, of course, hundreds of adorable donkeys to meet, there’s so much to explore with your own herd, whatever the weather. Friendly dogs on leads are welcome too!

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family meeting brown donkey next to fence
vegan burger chips and coleslaw on a plate in front of a window

Take sanctuary in our Taste of the West award-winning restaurant, The Kitchen, and enjoy fresh, local, seasonal produce while soaking in the unparalleled coast and country views. Breakfasts, lunches and tempting afternoon treats are dished up daily, with every penny of profit helping donkeys and mules around the world.

Before heading home, browse our Gift Shop at leisure in the knowledge that every purchase goes towards helping donkeys in need. Packed with unique donkey-design items and souvenirs, you will find something for everyone.

Make the day your own, but above all else, fall in love with our herds of donkeys.

From humble beginnings as a UK rescue mission 50 years ago, The Donkey Sanctuary has grown into one of the world’s largest equine welfare charities.

General admission and parking at the sanctuary are FREE (donations welcome). Dogs on leads are welcome.

Further information

01395 578222 | [email protected]

All proceeds help fund the work of The Donkey Sanctuary Worldwide.