Our sanctuary in Liscarroll is temporarily closed to the public. Caring for our donkeys is our priority and we know you understand. If our staff become sick or need to self-isolate our ability to care for our donkeys may be reduced. Thank you for your kind support at this time. We’ll keep you up to date with any changes on this page.

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LATEST NEWS

Adoption donkey Jacksie

Our sanctuary in Liscarroll

We know you miss visiting our donkeys at our sanctuary in Liscarroll and they miss you too!
Wintercare for donkeys

Preparing for the cold winter months

Winter care is about helping your donkey withstand the lower temperatures and stay healthy, rather than shutting them in completely.
Nightingale was thin and underweight when she came into our care

Working to save Nightingale

A winter rescue brought a donkey into our care whose recovery was hindered by the challenging welfare issues we encountered.
Have a teddy bear's picnic at home

Enjoy a Teddy Bear's Picnic at home!

Due to COVID-19, we can't hold our Teddy Bear's Picnic this summer. As well as a great day out it's a big fundraising event for us.

At home on the Open Farm

Seven foals saved

Seven foals found safety in our care after being rescued from hunger and cold. We recently caught up with their progress.

Honeybee and her foal Lockie, born at The Donkey Sanctuary

Donkey born during lockdown has been named ‘Lockie’

A handsome foal born at our sanctuary on Easter Monday during the COVID-19 lockdown has been named Lockie.