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Our vision is a world where every donkey has a good quality of life.
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08/11/2026

This Remembrance Sunday, we remember all those who have lost their lives in times of conflict – human and equine.

For millennia, donkeys and mules have helped people navigate conflict and crisis. Their contribution continues today, with working animals remaining a lifeline for many impacted around the world.

To mark the day, our Interim CEO Faith Burden reflects on this often overlooked role, and our commitment to ensuring they receive the care they deserve ➡️ bray.news/4zuPXrr

07/11/2026

Ashley is an energetic donkey with a zest for life! ❤️⁣
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Adopt this wonderful boy for yourself or as a gift from £4 a month ➡️ bray.news/4sAifxY

06/11/2026

Who here could just boop Boswell's marvellous muzzle? 🙋‍♂️🙋‍♀️

05/11/2026

Using your map, follow Waffles the donkey around the sanctuary and discover how our teams keep our herds happy and healthy all winter long. ❄️

Complete the trail and win a prize! Find out more ➡️ bray.news/4yWnf1s

04/11/2026

We hope this snap of Ricardo cleanses your timeline and brightens your day. 🥰

03/11/2026

Bonfire Night and firework season can be a worrying time for our equine friends, so it's important to know what you can do to support your donkey through it. 🎆

Our Senior Behaviour Lead, Ben Hart, shares some tips, routines, and what to look out for to help them brave the bang ➡️ bray.news/4sjDLab

02/11/2026

It's beginning to look a lot like... a Donkey Sanctuary Christmas! 🎄

Explore our Poppy Treffry Christmas range and make sure you're all set for the festive season ➡️ bray.news/4irusQO

01/11/2026

Time is running out to enter our Fantasy Neddy prize draw! ⌛✨

Enter by 11pm tomorrow (UK time) for your last chance to win* ➡️ bray.news/fantasy-neddy

*Open to UK residents aged 18+

31/10/2026

It's a double adoption donkey birthday week! Wishing Drizzle a very happy 16th birthday! 🎈

30/10/2026

“The most rewarding part of redesigning the minis’ paddock and housing was being able to let the donkeys guide us." 💬

Our new research reveals how adopting a One Welfare approach in the design of Dawn Barn is benefiting both the herd and the environment alike, two years on ➡️ bray.news/4i5tcTi

Address

Slade House Farm
Sidmouth
EX100NU

Telephone

+441395578222

Website

http://www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk/

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