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What we do
- What we do
  Our Vision:
  A world where every donkey has a good quality of life.
  Our Mission:
  Improving the lives of donkeys every day.
  See our impact
  How we work
  Find out how our expertise in donkey welfare enables us to get the best results for donkeys.
  Where we work
  Find out where we are making an impact for donkeys.
  Latest news
  Keep up-to-date with our latest news, blogs and stories.
  End the donkey skin trade
  Learn about the biggest global threat to donkey welfare and the campaign to halt it.
  Partner with us
  Who we are
  Our history
  Our people
  Our organisational strategy
Donkey care
- Donkey care
  More than 60 million donkeys and mules share this planet with us. However, they remain misunderstood creatures. Find out all there is to know about donkeys.
  All about donkeys
  Why donkeys matter
  Resources for donkey owners and guardians
  From feeding to farrier work, find out everything you need to know about keeping your donkeys fit and well.
  Resources for professionals
  From research projects to workshops and published books, our expertise and resources help animal welfare professionals to care for donkeys and mules.
  The Donkey Academy
  Free online courses for donkey owners and professionals.
  Webinar series
  These recordings of live webinars are created to help owners, handlers, carers and professionals.
  Report a donkey in need
  What to do if you see a donkey in distress.
Visit us
- Visit us
  Our Sidmouth headquarters is open to the public every day from 9am - 4pm. Free Entrance. Free Parking. No pre-booking.
  Explore our Sidmouth sanctuary
  Take our virtual tour
  Visit our Sidmouth sanctuary
  No trip to Devon is complete without visiting The Donkey Sanctuary - a tranquil corner of the Jurassic Coast where hundreds of donkeys are waiting to meet you.
  The Kitchen
  Take sanctuary in our award-winning restaurant and enjoy fresh, local, seasonal produce while soaking in coast and country views.
  Donkey Assisted Activities
  Discover the world of donkey-assisted activities and the different types of activity on offer at our Sidmouth sanctuary.
  Webcams
  Love donkeys? You’ll love watching our webcams any time of day!
  Events
  Discover the exciting events currently on offer at The Donkey Sanctuary.
  Belfast, Northern Ireland
  Buxton, Derbyshire
Support us
- Support us
  From just £3 a month, your ongoing support reaches donkeys around the world. It helps to provide food and medicines, pay for vets and builds shelters and hospitals.
  Most importantly of all, it can help rescue helpless donkeys from hopeless situations.
  Adopt a donkey
  Renew your adoption
  Donate
  Make a difference today.
  Where your money goes
  Find out how we use the money we raise through the kind generosity of our supporters.
  Donate in memory
  Remember your loved one by supporting the cause they cherished.
  Leave a gift in your will
  Leave a lasting legacy. Be forever by their side.
  Philanthropy and major gifts
  A major gift can make a huge impact on donkeys and their communities.
  Play the weekly lottery
  For just £1 to play, you could win our £1,000 weekly jackpot.
  Get involved
  Fundraise for us
  Volunteer
  Rehoming scheme: Become a donkey guardian
Shop

What we do
- What we do
  Our Vision:
  A world where every donkey has a good quality of life.
  Our Mission:
  Improving the lives of donkeys every day.
  See our impact
  How we work
  Find out how our expertise in donkey welfare enables us to get the best results for donkeys.
  Where we work
  Find out where we are making an impact for donkeys.
  Latest news
  Keep up-to-date with our latest news, blogs and stories.
  End the donkey skin trade
  Learn about the biggest global threat to donkey welfare and the campaign to halt it.
  Partner with us
  Who we are
  Our history
  Our people
  Our organisational strategy
Donkey care
- Donkey care
  More than 60 million donkeys and mules share this planet with us. However, they remain misunderstood creatures. Find out all there is to know about donkeys.
  All about donkeys
  Why donkeys matter
  Resources for donkey owners and guardians
  From feeding to farrier work, find out everything you need to know about keeping your donkeys fit and well.
  Resources for professionals
  From research projects to workshops and published books, our expertise and resources help animal welfare professionals to care for donkeys and mules.
  The Donkey Academy
  Free online courses for donkey owners and professionals.
  Webinar series
  These recordings of live webinars are created to help owners, handlers, carers and professionals.
  Report a donkey in need
  What to do if you see a donkey in distress.
Visit us
- Visit us
  Our Sidmouth headquarters is open to the public every day from 9am - 4pm. Free Entrance. Free Parking. No pre-booking.
  Explore our Sidmouth sanctuary
  Take our virtual tour
  Visit our Sidmouth sanctuary
  No trip to Devon is complete without visiting The Donkey Sanctuary - a tranquil corner of the Jurassic Coast where hundreds of donkeys are waiting to meet you.
  The Kitchen
  Take sanctuary in our award-winning restaurant and enjoy fresh, local, seasonal produce while soaking in coast and country views.
  Donkey Assisted Activities
  Discover the world of donkey-assisted activities and the different types of activity on offer at our Sidmouth sanctuary.
  Webcams
  Love donkeys? You’ll love watching our webcams any time of day!
  Events
  Discover the exciting events currently on offer at The Donkey Sanctuary.
  Belfast, Northern Ireland
  Buxton, Derbyshire
Support us
- Support us
  From just £3 a month, your ongoing support reaches donkeys around the world. It helps to provide food and medicines, pay for vets and builds shelters and hospitals.
  Most importantly of all, it can help rescue helpless donkeys from hopeless situations.
  Adopt a donkey
  Renew your adoption
  Donate
  Make a difference today.
  Where your money goes
  Find out how we use the money we raise through the kind generosity of our supporters.
  Donate in memory
  Remember your loved one by supporting the cause they cherished.
  Leave a gift in your will
  Leave a lasting legacy. Be forever by their side.
  Philanthropy and major gifts
  A major gift can make a huge impact on donkeys and their communities.
  Play the weekly lottery
  For just £1 to play, you could win our £1,000 weekly jackpot.
  Get involved
  Fundraise for us
  Volunteer
  Rehoming scheme: Become a donkey guardian
Shop
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