Join us at The Donkey Sanctuary Sidmouth on Friday 6 December 2024 to get a pinch of Christmas magic - featuring the all-important donkeys.
Every year we welcome supporters to join us in an evening of Christmas carols with our Candlelight service at The Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth.
Thousands of candles will be lit around the sanctuary from 3pm onwards, providing the perfect festive atmosphere for our congregation of two and four-legged friends and The Kitchen will be open for an evening service serving hot food and drinks.
Car park booking required
**All car parking spaces are now fully booked**
You are welcome to arrive by public transport; local bus routes serving The Donkey Sanctuary include the 899 Axe Valley Mini Travel and Stagecoach 9A between Exeter and Seaton.
The carol service will be broadcast live on our website and social media channels.
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Further information
The hour-long Christmas carol service will begin at 6pm in Main Barn, join us here to experience The Donkey Sanctuary’s Candlelight that’s like no other.
The sanctuary will close at 4pm, with the car park reopening at 5pm, for the event to begin at 6pm.
Please note, car park bookings do not confirm access into the barn as it has limited capacity for health and safety reasons. Entry is on a first come first serve basis. No dogs allowed in the barn.
The carol service will also be broadcast live on our website and social media channels. Please check back on this page for more information.