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Spring Nature Trail 2022

Spring Nature Trail

25 April 2022 (09:00) - 29 June 2022 (17:00)
No booking required

Spot the wildlife along the trail at The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth, Devon to claim prizes on completion.

Follow the Nature Trail around the sanctuary this spring to discover what animals (besides donkeys) you could find living in the various habitats located across our land in Devon and Dorset. Along the way, learn how encouraging biodiversity and maintaining these habitats and natural ecosystems, helps contribute to the health and wellbeing of our donkeys. 

Simply find the habitats located around the sanctuary to reveal which animal lives there and use the stickers provided to match the animal with the habitat listed on the trail sheet. Once you have spotted them all, head to The Shed to claim your prizes.

This entertaining activity combines family fun, exercise and brainpower and is just £5 per trail, including a prize on completion and a biodegradable bag of seeds to help you create your own wildflower meadow at home. Good practice, good for the environment, good for you. 

Plus with 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!

Kids enjoying the Spring Nature Trail
Children exploring the new play park
Family meeting friendly donkey at the sanctuary

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). 

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

Further information

01395 578222 | [email protected]